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Re: AT Question
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sun, 30 Jun 2013 23:48:57 -0400
...BTW when the tranny starts to slip and do real funky stuff it will make lots of heat until the torque converter seal fails...
Re: '84 Westy, dead automatic tranny - help
Historical mailing list - John Anderson
Fri, 7 May 1999 22:44:32 -0400
...It requires a good solid days work, 2 paper final to tranny seal, one such O-ring, and the torque converter seal for common...
Re: Auto to manual conversion
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Fri, 9 Sep 2005 09:04:03 -0400
...The only problem at highway speed is the slippage of the torque converter as there is no lock up. The overall final drive ratio...
Re: LVC Auto Tranny & Neutral at Stop Lights
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sat, 23 Jul 2011 09:09:51 -0400
...Maybe it reduces some heat in the torque converter and it does make the engine idle easier. If everything is working as it should...
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Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sun, 19 May 2019 15:12:09 +0000
...As the Vanagon auto does not have a locking torque converter there is the variable of slip which is massive at lower speeds, especially...
AT and final drive removal questions
Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
Wed, 15 Jan 2003 21:12:11 -0500
...I find that the input shaft, where the torque converter goes has a big splined outside, then a smaller splined shaft inside, then a...
Autotrans as a stall converter!
Historical mailing list - mark keller
Sat, 6 Dec 1997 15:00:41 -0400
...This is because the stall converter is slipping very little after this RPM. Manual engine bus setups are not at the same advantage in...
Re: 090 (automatic) transmission questions
Historical mailing list - C. Abney
Sat, 21 May 2016 22:01:30 -0700
...drive and torque converter >> attached to the crank/engine block? Seems to me like the oil pump shaft >> can >> just slip on and off...
Re: Cost of AT rebuild?
Historical mailing list - Daniel Rotblatt
Thu, 13 Oct 2011 16:12:44 -0700
...I would recommend replacing the torque > converter (they get rebuilt) and cleaning, pressure testing the oil cooler. > Parts prices will vary depending on needs...
Re: replaced tranny but no move. What next?
Historical mailing list - al sinclair
Sun, 18 Dec 2005 15:26:02 -0800
as far as I know it was in ok -- the torque converter was wired in place so it couldn't slip out. If it...
Re: Transmission, Automatic, Question
Historical mailing list - John Bange
Thu, 1 May 2008 18:25:39 -0700
...I reckon the hydraulic engine-transmission coupling provided by torque converter prevents any really serious mechanical damage. -- John Bange '90 Vanagon - "Geldsauger" '90 Vanagon...
Which automatic transaxle (A/T) has the best chance of life
Historical mailing list - aka.bugle
Sun, 23 Sep 2012 09:23:24 -0400
...having no problems with the unit) I put in a new torque converter seal, screen, the paper gasket under the screen, and a pan...
Re: Removing the three torque converter bolts
Historical mailing list - John Bange
Sat, 3 Jun 2006 09:00:57 -0700
...to be 13mm? I can't turn the socket without it > slipping, and a 9 won't fit. > > So if the dumb bolt head...
Re: drum brake adjustment
Historical mailing list
Tue, 7 May 1996 23:56:29 -0500
...For Replacement-- The nut needs to be torqued to some ungodly spec (390 ft-lbs?). I don't have a torque wrench in that...
Re: vanagon trans slipping
Historical mailing list - Daniel Rotblatt
Tue, 25 Oct 2011 13:09:25 -0700
...be checked hot at idle, slipping at a turn is usually low fluid. possibly a leaking torque converter. > took about a month for max...
Re: My poor MPG, O2 sensor seems okay
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Fri, 14 Sep 2007 14:48:21 -0400
...improvement than the torque converter is suspect. A bad toque converter can also make upshifts feel mushy like a slipping clutch. Dennis -----Original Message...
Re: RPM?MPH
Historical mailing list - Allen Hill
Thu, 11 Jan 2007 04:06:50 -0600
...standard trans that the auto trans would need higher rpms for any given speed due to slipping in the torque converter and transmission. Route...
curious ebay vanagon
Historical mailing list - John Bange
Sun, 14 Oct 2007 22:24:14 -0700
...MORE than 1.00 too, given the inherent slippage of a non-locking torque converter. I know little about the diesels, but isn't...
Re: 090 (automatic) transmission questions
Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
Sun, 22 May 2016 07:37:57 -0400
...drive and torque converter > >> attached to the crank/engine block? Seems to me like the oil pump shaft > >> can > >> just slip on and off...
Re: text only, and transmission question
Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
Thu, 28 Dec 2000 22:44:24 -0600
...There is obviously no way to drain all of the fluid because a large amount remains in the torque converter. Ideas, anyone? Thanks on...
Re: Highway driving
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sat, 12 Sep 2015 09:33:46 -0400
...I have seen that tire size on the automatics cause just enough continuous torque converter slip to heat things up and cause failures. If...
Re: Which automatic transaxle (A/T) has the best chance of life
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sun, 23 Sep 2012 10:42:31 -0400
...I would also consider a rebuilt torque converter since that is where all the wear stuff and debris goes due to the centrifugal action...
Re: automatic transmission slippage
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Mon, 18 Jun 2007 10:51:27 -0400
...A bad torque converter can also be a possibility but that is rare. Usually a pressure problem will show up when the tranny is...
Re: Hankook I-Pike Winter
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Mon, 30 May 2011 10:11:08 -0400
...Much more and the torque converter will constantly slip and make a real mess heat wise. External oil coolers will only be of limited...
Re: RPM?MPH
Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
Thu, 11 Jan 2007 08:58:08 -0800
...standard trans > that the auto trans would need higher rpms for any given speed due to > slipping in the torque converter and transmission. > > Route...
Aftermarket cruise control speed sensor
Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
Sun, 1 Aug 2004 21:04:19 -0400
...This won't work on the AT due to the slip in the torque converter. I actually have had some success using it, but...
Re: Which automatic transaxle (A/T) has the best chance of life
Historical mailing list - aka.bugle
Sun, 23 Sep 2012 11:26:41 -0400
...I would also > consider a rebuilt torque converter since that is where all the wear stuff > and debris goes due to the centrifugal action...
Re: Ever Notice Where The Needles Are on Speedo and Tach? Gear ratios automatic-manual.
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Fri, 7 Jun 2013 10:36:47 -0400
Except for torque converter slip the overall gear ratios for the automatic and 4 speed transmissions are the same. On a 25.5 inch...
090 (automatic) transmission questions
Historical mailing list - C. Abney
Fri, 20 May 2016 10:03:39 -0700
...drive and torque converter attached to the crank/engine block? Seems to me like the oil pump shaft can just slip on and off...
Re: Cost of AT rebuild?
Historical mailing list - Daniel Rotblatt
Thu, 13 Oct 2011 20:29:24 -0700
...I suspect it's little tricky seating the torque converter. As to the milage, it's probably around 125-130K. The odometer stopped with...
Re: 090 (automatic) transmission questions
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sun, 22 May 2016 10:44:26 -0400
...drive and torque converter attached to the crank/engine block? Seems to me like the oil pump shaft can just slip on and off.
Re: 090 (automatic) transmission questions
Historical mailing list - C. Abney
Sat, 21 May 2016 12:12:29 -0700
...drive and torque converter attached to the crank/engine block? Seems to me like the oil pump shaft can just slip on and off.
Re: curious ebay vanagon
Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
Mon, 15 Oct 2007 12:00:33 -0700
...MORE than 1.00 too, given the inherent slippage of a > non-locking torque converter. I know little about the diesels, but isn't...
Re: Warm up time
Historical mailing list - Blue Eyes
Thu, 31 Dec 1998 19:37:19 -0600
...throttle setting against the slipping torque converter for a minute or two. Then drive off. You aren't slipping any clutches. They are fully...
Re: 090 (automatic) transmission questions
Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
Sat, 21 May 2016 17:19:45 -0400
...drive and torque converter > attached to the crank/engine block? Seems to me like the oil pump shaft can > just slip on and off. >
Re: FW: 90 Carat Auto TDI Conversion: MPG ect.
Historical mailing list - Howard Allen
Tue, 11 Oct 2005 15:32:31 -0400
...The more wind resistance the greater slippage in the torque converter and everyone pretty much agrees these vehicles are prone to the influence of...
Re: Strange Auto Trans Behavior
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sat, 22 May 2010 18:44:02 -0400
...Is there a chance that it's just the torque converter that is bad? Afterall, all the gears seem to work when the trans...
Re: 090 (automatic) transmission questions
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Fri, 20 May 2016 22:00:43 -0400
...drive and torque converter attached to the crank/engine block? Seems to me like the oil pump shaft can just slip on and off...
Re: Stall Speed Question
Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
Fri, 16 Nov 2007 14:35:57 -0500
...9l auto > transmission), Dennis Haynes suggested I might check the torque > converter for slippage. > > Using the procedure in Bentleys 37.16, my readings were...
Re: curious ebay vanagon
Historical mailing list - Chris S.
Mon, 15 Oct 2007 10:51:41 -0700
...MORE than 1.00 too, given the inherent slippage of a non-locking torque converter. I know little about the diesels, but isn't...
Oil pressure sensor sabotage!!!
Historical mailing list - raul lince
Tue, 18 Mar 2003 03:00:23 +0000
...We did install a new torque converter will a flawed installation cause a knocking sound? Any help would ressurect my spirits! Thanks Raul '89...
Re: Which automatic transaxle (A/T) has the best chance of life
Historical mailing list - aka.bugle
Wed, 26 Sep 2012 16:46:05 -0400
...Black grit could be >> burned clutch material or stuff that washed out of the torque converter >> after the tranny swap. >> >> Dennis >> >> -----Original Message----- >> From...
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Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
Sun, 19 May 2019 11:47:19 -0500
...As the Vanagon auto does not have a locking torque converter there is the variable of slip which is massive at lower speeds, especially...
Re: Automatic Rebuild
Historical mailing list - SD Kraning
Mon, 24 Feb 2003 19:50:36 -0500
...The part on torque converters was really interesting. Seems they > slip about 10% normally, and can't really beat that without a lock-up...
Auto Tranny question...slipping,shudder
Historical mailing list - Jeff Birk
Mon, 5 Feb 2001 13:53:12 -0500
...When cold and first engaging Drive, it may shudder like a clutch might (torque converter?) When warm (oil temp @ 160f)and after driving several...
Re: Speed vs rpms w/ AT?
Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
Sat, 17 Nov 2007 14:59:30 -0800
...known then engine rpms should be derivable, with windage for torque converter bone slippage tossed in. Will a defective forward clutch in the AT...
'85 Westie Restore(?)
Historical mailing list - Scott Semyan
Mon, 17 Aug 1998 17:23:06 -0700
...It is an automatic but I am experiencing torque converter slip type problems when I am on the highway at high speeds (which for...
Re: A/T wont drive in 3rd.Assistance PLEASE...
Historical mailing list - raul lince
Wed, 19 Mar 2003 20:16:57 +0000
...was told by someone to rremove the govenor before installing the torque converter? Is someone pulling my chain? Raul >From: Kjmmensing@aol.com >To...
RE: 91 Vanagon Auto Trans Repair Part1
Historical mailing list
Wed, 28 May 1997 22:51:33 -0800
...Dennis is right about the torque converter... crud can cake on inside it that's impossible to get out for the DIYer, but will...
Re: Which automatic transaxle (A/T) has the best chance of life
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Tue, 25 Sep 2012 20:57:34 -0400
...Black grit could be burned clutch material or stuff that washed out of the torque converter after the tranny swap. Dennis -----Original Message----- From...
new Listee
Historical mailing list - dogsbody
Mon, 12 Apr 2004 15:37:45 -0700
...I appears to have an oil leak at the torque converter input seal which I will have to replace, it shifts nice and firmly...
Re: .................... and vanagons
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Fri, 12 Mar 2010 18:45:16 -0800
...due to the torque converter. Release the brake, give it a little gas ....and away you go. when it's time to hit second...
Re: Which automatic transaxle (A/T) has the best chance of life
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Wed, 26 Sep 2012 16:11:35 -0700
...Black >> grit could be burned clutch material or stuff that washed out of the >> torque converter after the tranny swap. >> >> Dennis >> >> -----Original Message----- >> From...
Re: Cruising Speed
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Mon, 28 Jun 2010 00:37:50 -0400
...A risk of oversized tires with the automatic is the torque converter can be put into a situation where it continuously slips. This creates...
Stall Speed Question
Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
Fri, 16 Nov 2007 11:15:55 -0800
...9l auto transmission), Dennis Haynes suggested I might check the torque converter for slippage. Using the procedure in Bentleys 37.16, my readings were...
Re: curious ebay vanagon
Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
Sun, 14 Oct 2007 23:05:13 -0700
...MORE than 1.00 too, given the inherent slippage of a > non-locking torque converter. I know little about the diesels, but isn't...
Re: transmission change: how to turn a/c engine to get at bolts???
Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
Sat, 3 Dec 2005 14:09:17 -0800
...to slip. Good luck, Tim al sinclair <alvanagon@GMAIL.COM> wrote: how do I turn the crankshaft to access the torque converter bolts? Bentley...
Re: Which automatic transaxle (A/T) has the best chance of life
Historical mailing list - aka.bugle
Wed, 26 Sep 2012 05:59:41 -0400
...Black grit could be > burned clutch material or stuff that washed out of the torque converter > after the tranny swap. > > Dennis > > -----Original Message----- > From...
Re: Auto Trans Modified Governor Test Report [addendum]
Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
Mon, 23 May 2011 22:11:29 -0400
...Being in a higher gear sooner means more "slip" in the torque converter, which means more heat there. Here's something I've long...
Re: Which automatic transaxle (A/T) has the best chance of life
Historical mailing list - aka.bugle
Tue, 25 Sep 2012 14:40:12 -0400
...having no problems with the unit) I put in a new torque > converter seal, screen, the paper gasket under the screen, and a pan...