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  • Looking for Syncro VC
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 28 Sep 1998 14:25:45 EDT
    I have a customer that needs a Viscous Coupling for his syncro Vanagon. I have heard that German Transaxle sells these rebuilt (anyone have...
  • Syncro front diff for sale
    Historical mailing list - Aaron Gibson
    Fri, 15 Dec 2000 08:02:40 -0500
    Hi, I am selling a front diff from an 87 syncro for a friend. It came out of a wrecked Syncro that had 70...
  • Re: I was wondering . . .
    Historical mailing list - mike and shari
    Wed, 11 Apr 2001 18:27:30 -0700
    My syncro has it's spare tire in the front like most other vanagons. Mike G. '87 Syncaru Damian Shaw wrote: > If the syncro...
  • Re: re. Subject: German Syncro 16" driver is greeting...
    Historical mailing list - Thomas Myers
    Fri, 7 Oct 2005 17:04:48 -0400
    ...German Syncro 16" driver is greeting... Subject: Re: re. Subject: German Syncro 16" driver is greeting... I DON'T KNOW BUT IT'S ABOUT...
  • Towing a Syncro
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 19 Sep 1995 18:00:24 -0400
    Hi all (especially Syncro owners. Derek Drew, Tim Smith - are you out there?) I know the owners manual says that the only way to...
  • Re: Engine cutting out
    Historical mailing list - Michael J Vickey
    Fri, 8 Jan 1999 12:37:30 -0500
    ...gray 87 GL Syncro dove blue 87 GL Syncro Wolfram gray 88 Wolfsbrg burgundy (need table and rear bumper) 88 DblCab Pickup Tornado red...
  • Air Intake Boot syncro/non-syncro 2.1l (different?)
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 14 Feb 2000 12:32:27 EST
    ...Any syncro/non-syncro owners out there that can confirm or deny this or help me know what is going on? Thanks, Ken Wilford...
  • Re: 86 Syncro smog
    Historical mailing list - mike
    Mon, 8 Apr 2002 22:41:59 -0700
    ...Loretta Abbott-Kennon <SyncrogalVW@CS.COM> > Reply-To: SyncrogalVW@CS.COM > Date: Tue, 9 Apr 2002 01:38:27 EDT > To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON...
  • Re: Ford Galaxy Friday
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
    Fri, 20 Jan 2012 16:25:45 -0800
    ...BenT Syncro <syncro@GMAIL.COM> Subject: Re: Ford Galaxy Friday To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Date: Friday, January 20, 2012, 5:15 PM Because...
  • Re: Mount Hi Lift jack in luggage rack?
    Historical mailing list - James V
    Mon, 4 Apr 2011 15:55:17 -0700
    ...http://three91.com/vanagon/misc/Mogfest_1010-69_mud.jpg I gots me a mean shop-vac! James V 86 Syncro Westy
  • Re: Syncro CV Self Destruct
    Historical mailing list - Tyrone & Marilyn Greene
    Sun, 10 May 1998 11:08:47 -0400
    Martin Peitz wrote: > > Syncro suddenly self destructs a CV joint. > > U-Oh! > > I am shocked about the prices for a new joint. > It seems...
  • FS 88 crew cab SYNCRO - Waterloo, ONT, Canada $12000
    Historical mailing list - Michael J Vickey
    Wed, 28 Oct 1998 10:51:59 -0500
    ...84 Vanagon Wlfsbrg blue (parts) 85 DblCab Pickup lt gray 87 Vanagon Syncro GL Wolfram gray 87 Vanagon Syncro GL dove blue 88 DblCab...
  • Re: Is my Syncro box about to blow
    Historical mailing list - Jimmy Sanby
    Fri, 27 Nov 1998 08:16:26 +0200
    ...Jimmy Sanby Cape Town SA '89 Syncro 15" >>> Andreas <anjar@ONLINE.NO> 11/26 3:49 PM >>> Hi all, I read with some concern...
  • Re: New (used) Syncro
    Historical mailing list - Bob Stratton
    Mon, 12 Apr 1999 13:54:53 -0400
    At 09:43 AM 1999-04-12 -0700, Rich Durant wrote: >Flipping through the Syncro manual, it shows an air intake tube that you...
  • Mud flaps
    Historical mailing list - BRENT CHRISTENSEN
    Tue, 6 Jun 2000 17:49:15 -0700
    ...In the Syncro parts section, there are diagrams (and part numbers) for rear fender flares that look very much like the front flares that...
  • OPEN SPOT for Syncro Safari, Pacific Coast '11
    Historical mailing list - Jim Davis
    Wed, 20 Jul 2011 00:38:42 EDT
    Greetings Vanagonuts! Who's interested in a little adventure this summer? We've had one participant have to back out of Syncro Safari this...
  • Re: FS: '90 wolfsburg Syncro TDI
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Tue, 12 Jan 2010 13:27:44 -0800
    a syncro fuel tank is in the rear, above the transaxle, of course, with filler at the right rear corner of the van. It...
  • syncro fender flares
    Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
    Wed, 3 May 2017 07:21:29 -0700
    I'm not sure exactly what these are properly called, but some syncro Vanagons (I think only syncros) came with hard rubber flares that...
  • FRIDAY - Re: [VANAGON] Cur side classics article about syncro
    Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
    Fri, 27 Sep 2013 10:02:35 -0700
    ...Re: [VANAGON] Cur side classics article about syncro Syncros are like dogs. You can own one, and it's a fair bit of work...
  • Re: Syncro Transmissions
    Historical mailing list - Harry Yates
    Sun, 10 Mar 1996 07:43:24 +0000
    ...Am I looking for > trouble?? TO all who have a Syncro- did your trans. require work?? > > ERic ZEno > 86 GL > 86 Syncro > 72 240Z...
  • Re: anyone parting out a syncro?
    Historical mailing list - Joel David Shortlidge
    Wed, 14 Apr 1999 11:09:54 -0500
    I need some parts too, anyone got one to part out or know where one can be acquired? Joel '87 Syncro -----Original Message----- From...
  • Re: Syncro's Transmission....
    Historical mailing list - Sean Bartnik
    Thu, 23 Jul 1998 10:57:32 PDT
    >Hi Folks, > >I have a quick question about VW Syncros and their transmissions. > >Can Syncros come with an Automatic transmission? Personally, I have never...
  • Re: [Syncro] Re: K&N parts number for WBX's
    Historical mailing list - Brent Christensen
    Mon, 18 Mar 2002 20:23:52 -0800
    ...james walldow <jwall@arctic.net>, Syncro@yahoogroups.com >CC: Vanagon List <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> >Subject: [Syncro] Re: K&N parts number for WBX...
  • FS on CL: 86 Syncro $3K salvage title
    Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
    Thu, 4 Aug 2011 03:15:23 -0700
    ...Tintop Syncro. Fix or use as do not to Syncronize your Westy. Contact Seller via CL ad. Appears to be located about 45 minutes...
  • Re: Syncro as a daily driver?
    Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
    Tue, 8 Dec 2009 23:01:06 -0800
    But Dylan, has it always been the* same *syncro? Inquiring minds want some snow... Some humor intended. On Tue, Dec 8, 2009 at 9...
  • '87 Syncro For Sale
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 18 Mar 1996 23:02:35 -0500
    ...In today's Minneapolis Star-Tribune: '87 VW Vanagon Syncro 4X4. Good shape hi mi, needs engine, exec stereo. $300. (612) 789-9939 Haven...
  • syncro driveline (want)
    Historical mailing list
    Sat, 18 May 1996 14:39:22 -0800
    HI all Does anyone have a syncro driveline they would like to sell. It dosn't have to have good joints,or any joints...
  • TECH QUESTION: Will Syncro springs fit on 85' 2WD
    Historical mailing list - Smola, Tony
    Tue, 11 Dec 2001 18:22:27 -0600
    I need rear springs for my 85' Westy, Should I just install Syncro springs to give it a nice lift?, or should I just...
  • syncro question
    Historical mailing list - Hermann the German
    Wed, 13 Feb 2002 15:38:42 +0000
    Hi Volks! How many 89 syncro vanagons were actually imported into the US? TIA Cheers, Hermann de Boer Kansas City,MO 87 Westy Eurospec...
  • Pictures of 86' Syncro for sale
    Historical mailing list - David Wilhite
    Tue, 19 Mar 2002 19:18:58 -0500
    I've posted pictures of the 86' Syncro for sale. Try the following address: http://www.home.earthlink.net/~dnmwilhite/ look under the syncro...
  • Re: [Syncro] synrco trans swap into a non-syncro vanagon
    Historical mailing list - John McLean
    Fri, 30 Aug 2002 12:41:47 -0700
    ...it is a poor man's Syncro. Darryl at AAA transmissions has said that he can install a locking differential as an option with...
  • FYI: Syncro on Craigslist in Northern California
    Historical mailing list - David Kao
    Tue, 15 Jan 2008 09:07:35 -0800
    ...Anyone need syncro parts? It's not mine. http://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/pts/539095946.html ____________________________________________________________________________________ Looking for last minute shopping deals? Find them...
  • Re: syncro conversion, syncro westy cost and/or availability?
    Historical mailing list - 1980 VW Westfalia \"Pokey\"
    Wed, 18 Oct 2000 13:49:27 -0400
    For FAQ check out http://www.vanagon.com/syncros/faq/index.html and if you're looking to buy there are plenty listed across...
  • Re: Send Us a Flag to Fly at Syncro de Mayo 2005
    Historical mailing list - Richard Golen
    Sat, 5 Feb 2005 16:11:19 -0500
    ...But these are the countries I know have active Syncronauts based on >the syncro registry, syncro.org website traffic stats and spring sales. I...
  • Re: SWAY BAR DISCONNECTS.....GREAT FOR SYNCROS!
    Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
    Fri, 5 Jul 2002 10:45:07 -0400
    <html> <font size=3>I have both front and rear sway bars on my syncro. <br> <br> In order to determine whether the sway...
  • Re: [Syncro] synrco trans swap into a non-syncro vanagon
    Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
    Fri, 30 Aug 2002 07:11:21 -0400
    ...Re: [Syncro] synrco trans swap into a non-syncro vanagon >To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > >>I have this sneaking suspicion that http://www.2weddle...
  • Re: From Syncrofest to SyncroHaul
    Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
    Fri, 22 Apr 2011 09:40:29 -0500
    ...White, 91 Syncro AW. >
  • [Fwd: Syncro transaxle fluid]
    Historical mailing list - Terri Koesel
    Sun, 29 Sep 1996 21:41:35 -0700
    ...7bit Can anyone tell me how much gear oil a Syncro transaxle gets? What about the vicious coupling housing? Thanks Erik 87' Syncro Westy
  • Gear ratios for Syncro 16"
    Historical mailing list - Philippe Oudot
    Mon, 8 Jun 1998 17:54:15 +0200
    Hello Syncronauts, I'm trying to get information on different ratios. Mine is 6.17 (it's a 16" turbo diesel) and I'd...
  • Re: Syncro Vs Non-Syncro
    Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
    Tue, 14 Mar 2000 21:37:01 -0700
    ...Syncro Vs Non-Syncro > In a message dated 3/14/00 7:54:24 PM, larry_avery.johnson@SYMPATICO.CA > writes: > > << Who is this...
  • Re: bosch plugs/heater fan
    Historical mailing list - Raul Cisneros
    Fri, 17 Mar 2000 12:24:49 EST
    Lee, When I first bought my 86 Syncro GL a few years ago, it had Bosch Super single electrode plugs in it. I changed...
  • Re: Syncro Gas Tank Filling
    Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
    Sat, 22 Oct 2005 13:14:39 -0700
    ...Malcolm (91 syncro) --- Tom Salicos <Tom@SALICOS.COM> wrote: > I posted a comment on the SubaruVanagon group about why I think Syncros are hard...
  • Carat to Syncro interior swap
    Historical mailing list - Thomas Boyd
    Tue, 27 Jun 2006 13:27:50 -0700
    I have a 91 Carat and a 87 Syncro. I would like to swap out the interiors. If I make sure that I get...
  • Re: [Syncro] Re: Resend -Question about SA brake kits
    Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
    Sat, 2 Mar 2002 22:24:15 -0500
    If the pads are the same as stock syncro pads, then how are these brakes providing any more stopping power... apart from maybe some...
  • Re: Cur side classics article about syncro
    Historical mailing list - Dake Collins
    Fri, 27 Sep 2013 07:16:48 -0700
    Thanks for posting this article, now my 96 year old father understands why I want to upgrade from my standard Westy to a Syncro...
  • Re: Running Hot
    Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
    Sun, 5 Apr 1998 21:15:18 -0700
    ...Can you get us the part numbers of the the syncro thermostat and the non-syncro thermostat? That would be very helpful. Thanks, Mark...
  • Re: Syncro U-joint
    Historical mailing list - Tim king
    Tue, 14 Dec 1999 10:21:18 -0800
    Hey Mike -- please do measure! I could use some joints myself! Thanks, Tim King Seattle, WA 87 Syncro westy. PS -- check out the Onelist...
  • Re: Are syncro starters any different than 2WD
    Historical mailing list - Hans Achter
    Wed, 14 Jun 2006 23:32:36 -0400
    You can use the same starter for 2WD or syncro. I have heard somewhere that the original syncro starters were shorter, not sure if...
  • Re: PB recall on '86 Syncro
    Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
    Thu, 4 Jun 1998 10:37:54 -0400
    Recall PB applies to syncro fuel injectors. The gas tank replacment for PB applies only to 2WD Vanagons. Definitely have the repair. They are...
  • Front Brakes & Ball joint Q's [Syncro]
    Historical mailing list - Brent Christensen
    Sat, 11 Mar 2000 12:43:38 -0800
    ...Any of these fasteners really need to be replaced on a Syncro? Thanks in advance! Brent Christensen '89 GL Syncro Westy "Klaus" Santa Barbara...
  • Re: [Syncro] Resend -Question about SA brake kits
    Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
    Fri, 1 Mar 2002 10:11:17 -0500
    ...Re: [Syncro] Resend -Question about SA brake kits >To: feelstranger@hotmail.com, Syncro@yahoogroups.com > >In a message dated 2/25/02 4:02...
  • Re: [Syncro] Re: Re: SYNCRO FOR SALE, BAD MOTOR, SEATTLE
    Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
    Thu, 6 Jan 2005 09:08:54 -0500
    ...SYNCRO FOR SALE, BAD MOTOR, SEATTLE > > > > >>Reasonable priced Syncro on E-bay, west coast >> >> >> >> WITH GOOD MOTOR! >> >>http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI...
  • Re: New Version of ETKA Out
    Historical mailing list - Chris Stann
    Fri, 26 Apr 2002 17:24:49 -0500
    ...Pmails welcome. ________________________________________________________ Derek Drew New York, NY & Washington, DC derekdrew@rcn.com 212-580-6486 Email me for viscous couplings '90 Syncro Westfalia... ...seen...
  • Re: Syncro vs Touareg test?
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Thu, 3 Jun 2004 22:53:32 -0700
    There is a picture at http://www.fastforward.ca/gallery of a Touareg in some sand at the 2003 Karenz Syncro Treffen. Some VW...
  • Re: Front Brakes & Ball joint Q's [Syncro]
    Historical mailing list - Buettner, Peter
    Mon, 13 Mar 2000 08:29:51 -0800
    The calipers for the Syncro and 2WD ('86 and up) are the same. I just did that job (caliper rebuild) myself and didn't...
  • Re: '86 Wolfsburg Syncro Westfalia
    Historical mailing list - JordanVw
    Fri, 27 Feb 1998 14:21:23 EST
    ...Cory '86 Syncro Westfalia...Wolfsburg?? '86 Syncro Westfalia (parting out) '88 GTi 16V >> ALSO, DOES ANYONE OUT THERE WITH A '85-'86 WOLFSBURG EDITION...
  • Re: Mud flaps
    Historical mailing list - e-mail
    Wed, 7 Jun 2000 18:41:44 -0400
    My 87 parts Syncro has them on all 4 fenders. Walt ----- Original Message ----- From: Brent Christensen <bpchristensen1@HOME.COM> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM...
  • Syncro Registry
    Historical mailing list - Steve
    Sun, 9 Jan 2000 13:04:14 -0800
    I am pleased to announce that the syncro registry has been a great success thus far. there are already about 60-65 entries from...
  • 87 syncro vs 90 2wd slider door
    Historical mailing list - Gary McEachern
    Wed, 5 Sep 2001 21:05:38 -0400
    Are late model syncro and 2WD vanagon slider doors interchangeable? Do they use the same hardware? Gary Gary McEachern, Reading Ma. '90 Westy '87GL...
  • FS: '91 Syncro Westy
    Historical mailing list - Harry Yates
    Mon, 6 Oct 1997 20:20:21 +0000
    ...604-535-5286 --------------------------------------------------------- Harry Yates, Langley, BC, Canada '90 Syncro Westfalia www: http://syncro.cr.bcit.bc.ca/hyates '87 Golf Diesel email: hyates...