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  • Re: 87 Westfalia automatic transmission problem
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Mon, 11 Sep 2000 23:06:29 -0700
    ...87 Westfalia automatic transmission problem The automatic on my 87 Westfalia suddenly and without any prior problem stopped engaging. If I accelerate hard, the...
  • Re: Auto Transmission Fluid Ports
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Fri, 2 Mar 2012 04:51:49 -0800
    ...on cooling of automatic transmission > fluid, I am once again indulging my instrumentation fetish, this time by > adding a transmission oil temperature gauge. I...
  • Re: Automatic transmission, WTF?
    Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
    Thu, 27 Aug 2009 18:03:59 -0700
    ...Vanagons and mountain passes and automatics I've climbed quite a few mountain passes in a Westy, both stick and auto. A bunch in...
  • Re: Automatic transmission question--slipping
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Tue, 20 Oct 2009 22:21:49 -0400
    ...Automatic transmission question--slipping > > My daughter's 91 automatic has been behaving fine, but recently I > noticed a little spotting on the back hatch...
  • Re: Looking for waterboxer autotrans governor
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Thu, 18 Apr 2013 11:34:06 -0700
    ...I have a customer that needs the governor from an automatic Vanagon > transmission. The van is an 83 1.9l waterboxer. The governor is...
  • Re: 84 automatic trans reseal
    Historical mailing list - Rico Dagastino
    Sat, 19 Jan 2002 08:13:28 -0500
    ...Now the final drive fills up with transmission fluid. Any wisdom youcan shed fromyour experience? Rico Dagastino Munford. TN
  • Syncro Automatic??
    Historical mailing list - roger sisler
    Tue, 27 Feb 2007 13:08:51 -0800
    I was at the junkyard the other day .A fella said he had a syncro with an automatic transmission .He even said that there...
  • Re: Transmission Oil Cooler Leaking - Again!
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Sat, 16 Apr 2011 11:58:14 -0700
    ...Transmission Oil Cooler Leaking - Again! > Is it a common issue? I replaced my automatic transmission fluid cooler > (with a used one) about a year...
  • Re: Automatic transmission Issue
    Historical mailing list - Robert Clemmer
    Sat, 3 Mar 2018 16:40:42 -0500
    ...Automatic transmission Issue 1991 2.1 WBX, automatic transmission, 335,000 miles, transmission overhauled at 220,000 miles. All stock. On this last trip...
  • AT first gear whine?
    Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
    Sat, 2 Oct 2004 08:15:54 -0700
    Others who have an automatic transmission may be able to tell me if the whine I hear from the transmission when accelerating in 1st...
  • Re: Need auto transmission for '90 Vanagon in Marysville, Washington
    Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
    Mon, 18 Jun 2007 18:07:42 -0700
    ...Loren in Lynnwood On 6/18/07, Ken Taylor <kenandjean@comcast.net> wrote: > > It looks like the automatic transmission in my 1990 Vanagon 2WD...
  • Re: 85 westy, impending zetec conversion plus auto to manual conversion
    Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
    Sun, 6 Dec 2009 09:37:51 -0800
    ...I am also thinking that I want to switch from automatic to manual transmission at the same time. I am thinking about getting this...
  • Re: Talk to me about AT's!
    Historical mailing list - John Lauterbach
    Fri, 20 Jul 2007 01:24:21 -0400
    ...But there's just something about running an automatic transmission > for long periods in lower gears that worries me. Maybe it's because the...
  • Re: automatic transmission oil level?
    Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
    Mon, 20 Nov 2006 19:08:06 -0700
    ...automatic transmission oil level? > In a message dated 11/19/06 8:38:07 PM Eastern Standard Time, > garyowen@MAGMA.CA writes: > > > > Have 85...
  • Re: SYNCRO AUTOMATIC- POSSIBLE...
    Historical mailing list - Don Hundt
    Wed, 28 Feb 2007 06:13:40 -0800
    ...SYNCRO AUTOMATIC- POSSIBLE... > If one were to tap the hydraulic pressure from the test port on the > transmission case in order to run a...
  • Re: switching from manual to automatic
    Historical mailing list - Bruce Nadig
    Mon, 30 Oct 2006 16:14:09 -0800
    ...I converted from VW engine and automatic to Porsche 911 engine and Porsche G50 transmission. While I'd say that the switch is doable...
  • Re: Automatic transmission Issue
    Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
    Fri, 2 Mar 2018 15:12:54 -0500
    ...Automatic transmission Issue > > 1991 2.1 WBX, automatic transmission, 335,000 miles, transmission > overhauled > at 220,000 miles. All stock. > > On this last trip...
  • Re: Automatic Phobia (Vanagon)
    Historical mailing list
    Sat, 4 May 1996 09:39:08 -0400
    In a message dated 96-05-02 09:48:24 EDT, vvwca@primenet.com (Jon Christensen) writes: > >Any advice on rebuilding/replacing Vanagon automatics...
  • Re: Carat: Manual vs Automatic
    Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
    Thu, 11 Nov 1999 22:48:44 EST
    Ken, << how can you really take off any faster with the first gear on the manual transmission being so low? >> Switch to a five...
  • Auto Trans Throttle Rod
    Historical mailing list - lauterba
    Tue, 2 Sep 2003 23:36:52 -0400
    ...end of the rod that runs between the kickdown lever on the automatic transmission and the throttle? John Lauterbach Macon, GA '84 7-passenger
  • Re: Need Automatic Transmission
    Historical mailing list - Jeff Ensing
    Sun, 1 May 2005 23:37:20 EDT
    I would be happy to look at it for you John ,question is are you near Atl. Ga. (I use to work at a...
  • Re: manual transmission linkage
    Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
    Sat, 12 Jun 2010 09:21:29 -0400
    ...the linkage underneath, the joint on the > transmission??? I am trying to convert an 84 automatic to manual using > linkage from an 86 and...
  • Re: can't go forward
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:21:48 -0400
    ...wanted automatic transmission from a Vanagon of vintage >1978-1991. Anyone have one, that works, that they don't need? That same transmission (with...
  • Re: back-up lights, windshield wipers, interior lights
    Historical mailing list - Dave
    Wed, 21 Jul 1999 13:21:24 -0500
    ...This is assuming you have a manual transmission, I don't know about the automatics. dave dave@251.org
  • Auto Transmission Repair in NC
    Historical mailing list - Jim Huskins
    Fri, 19 Dec 2003 08:43:32 -0500
    ...transmission trouble. The auto will be a new experience for me. All my current and previous vans are manuals. How good is the automatic...
  • Re: Automatic Westy's vs Manual Westy's - two wheel
    Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
    Tue, 19 Dec 2006 20:21:09 -0500
    ...Opinions seem to be split but generally indicate that the automatic is a more robust transmission. I have one of each and I love...
  • Re: Vanagon automatic transmission second gear band pictures
    Historical mailing list - Doug
    Wed, 27 Dec 2006 12:23:13 -0500
    ...Hi, > > The second gear band is the only adjustment to the > automatic transmission. Best to click on the logo, and then > manually click on...
  • Re: Automatic transmission question
    Historical mailing list - J Stewart
    Tue, 19 Jul 2011 18:15:39 +0000
    ...Automatic transmission question > > >> Larry, >> I was told at the time it was due to mixing old/new trans fluid. It was >> back before the...
  • Re: Transmission leak
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Wed, 12 Feb 2003 21:49:07 -0600
    ...be on the side of the > transmission. > On my '86 GL, fluid is leaking from it. automatic or 4-speed? on the 4-speed...
  • WTD in BC: 85 Tranny
    Historical mailing list - Riley Kettner
    Mon, 5 Feb 2007 10:32:23 -0800
    Looking for a transmission in North Vancouver. My current transmission is an automatic tranny but i would move to a manual 4 speed or...
  • Automatic transmission question--slipping
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Tue, 20 Oct 2009 08:24:20 -0500
    My daughter's 91 automatic has been behaving fine, but recently I noticed a little spotting on the back hatch, which led me to...
  • cooling hose part number
    Historical mailing list - Hans Achter
    Mon, 15 Nov 2004 10:43:54 -0500
    ...tee'd into the middle of it that goes to the automatic transmission oil cooler. The various diagrams don't show anything like it...
  • Final Drive Oil Level
    Historical mailing list - Robert Clemmer
    Mon, 15 May 2017 10:30:58 -0400
    Anybody know what the oil level should be in the final drive section of a 2.1 WBX automatic transmission. Bentley says 1.3...
  • pointers for 74 westy stalling in curves?
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 18 Sep 1995 15:49:25 -0500
    We Just bought a '74 westy with automatic transmission. It runs great except for occaisional stalls when moving slowly around curves. Any pointers as...
  • Re: Buses FS (CT,MA,NY Areas)
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 26 Nov 1997 02:25:04 -0500
    ...Probably has an automatic Synchro transmission with 23 windows too! :) Jim Davis
  • O-Ring dimensions, P/N needed
    Historical mailing list - John Lauterbach
    Sat, 2 Nov 2002 12:54:02 -0500
    I need dimensions and/or VW part number for the governor O-ring seal for the automatic transmission on '84 Vanagon. O-ring is...
  • camper in gainesville, fl for $2500
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Sun, 7 Aug 2005 23:43:20 -0500
    88, automatic, "needs transmission" the ad sez. check it out for yourself ... http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=206322 now you...
  • FW: Engine conversion problem
    Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
    Sat, 15 Jul 2000 19:41:51 -0400
    ...there a flex plate for a manual transmission, and if so, > is it > different than the automatic? > > Thanks for any assistance you might be...
  • audi 5 cylinder
    Historical mailing list - Robert Berkemer
    Sat, 18 Jan 2003 10:16:58 -0600
    ...Since my transmission is an automatic I doubt that the diesel is a realistic option without transmission modifications to lower rpm's which I...
  • Re: 1980 starter...man vs auto
    Historical mailing list - DSTEVENS
    Wed, 26 Aug 1998 13:18:13 -0400
    ...Will a starter off an automatic fit >a 1980 with a manual transmission. > >Thanks. > >Don > >1980 vanagon camper >
  • Re: Auto Transmission service advice
    Historical mailing list - John H. Lauterbach
    Wed, 8 May 2019 09:28:38 -0400
    I am going from memory here, but I had a problem automatic transmission leaks at one time when I had my '84 Vanagon. I...
  • Re: Automatic Rebuilder
    Historical mailing list - J Stewart
    Fri, 21 Feb 2014 14:11:29 +0000
    ...Virginia, he said "oh, I forgot to mention, the transmission has been rebuilt" (automatic). I said, by who? He said "Me, I did it...
  • Re: Talk to me about AT's!
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Fri, 20 Jul 2007 11:49:01 -0400
    Automatic transmissions have those manual controls because they are occasionally needed. Even the computerized controls on my motor home allow for forced downshifts as...
  • Transmission Or Torque Converter Problems
    Historical mailing list - Frank & Susan Malinowski
    Tue, 25 Mar 2003 20:39:50 -0800
    I have a 1985 Westy automatic. I had problems with the differential part of the transmission. I picked up a unit from from a...
  • VW Power on hills
    Historical mailing list - Sharon Mendonca
    Tue, 9 Aug 2005 08:53:29 -0700
    I don't know about everyone else with automatic transmissions, but we go down to about 40 or so on bigger passes. We've...
  • Re: Type F?
    Historical mailing list - Robert Cardo
    Thu, 30 Sep 2004 04:45:33 -0500
    ...B&M has been a longtime expert on automatic transmission performance products and the best shifting transmissions forever. Ford Type F has is the...
  • Re: Automatic Transmission Fluid Change
    Historical mailing list - Bill M
    Thu, 26 Jan 2012 09:05:39 -0500
    I have experienced a automatic transmission failing right after a fluid change. It had very high miles,no previous services done,etc. The reason...
  • FS:1980-91 Vanagon parts. Taking apart several vans
    Historical mailing list - SORIN BEJENARU
    07 Feb 97 15:13:53 EST
    ...1981 automatic transmission for $350 3. 1981 engine block for $350 4. 1982 4 speed transmission $300 Also any other parts that you may...
  • Re: From the vw news rumor mill
    Historical mailing list - don spence
    Fri, 24 Dec 2004 12:33:03 -0700
    ...one version had an infinitely variable > automatic transmission using opposing cones and a belt for the > transmission. I always wondered what one of those...
  • Auto tranny cooling
    Historical mailing list - Cox Home Email
    Sat, 27 Jun 2015 19:07:25 -0700
    ...Sensor "tee'd" into transmission cooler outlet line back to the transmission. Runs about 185-210 degrees F, but got north of 250 degrees...
  • Transmission quits after 310,000 miles
    Historical mailing list - Rico Dagastino
    Sun, 13 Nov 2011 11:30:36 -0500
    ...I have an automatic transaxle, accelerator cable, axles, shifter, starter from and 84 that I would like to install. The only part I am...
  • Re: Automatic transmission leak - fixable?
    Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
    Mon, 5 Dec 2011 03:19:48 -0800
    Internal snap ring? Remove the bail and gently pry off the cover. There is an o-ring in the body of the diff. It...
  • FS 90 Carat $2800 New York City area
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Sun, 22 Apr 2001 20:11:24 -0500
    ...automatic transmission. rear-facing jump seats and table. now you know as much as me. :) good luck! joel
  • Do I need a new Transmission?
    Historical mailing list - Paul Borghese
    Mon, 6 Sep 1999 20:18:48 -0400
    Hi, I have a 1985 Automatic Transmission Vanagon. This thing has NO power! Even a moderately sized hill will force the van to slow...
  • Transmission mechanic
    Historical mailing list - Troy
    Wed, 27 Mar 2013 10:47:22 -0800
    I had my automatic transmission rebuilt by German transaxle, and several years later no problems. I also had a torque biasing limited slip differential...
  • Vanagon Conversion...
    Historical mailing list - Sylvain B�langer
    Mon, 30 Aug 1999 19:37:37 -0400
    I have a 1980 air cooled automatic transmission Vanagon and want to fit a 1990-1997 Jetta or golf engine. Can someone give advice...
  • Gear oil in the Automatic fluid
    Historical mailing list - Michael Tevis
    Sun, 29 Mar 2009 01:20:15 -0400
    ...So, I called the major transmission rebuilder in Oregon who does automatics and a major one here in california and they both told me...
  • auto trans ?'s
    Historical mailing list - Lee Tucker
    Sun, 23 Feb 97 00:23:11 -0400
    ...Didn't think I would ever consider an automatic, so I didn't read or save them. My questions are about automatic transmissions in...
  • Re: Automatic transmission
    Historical mailing list - Sean Cole
    Wed, 19 Jan 2000 00:13:45 PST
    ...I know its unfair to judge the design by my single bad experience, but I will never buy another automatic VW ever again. Sean...
  • Re: cruise control w/ relay?
    Historical mailing list - Raimund Feussner
    Wed, 5 Oct 2005 16:54:35 +0200
    ...vans with manual transmissions. I see a part number listed in ETKA > 431 951 253 F but it says Automatic under the model so...