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• Re: Locking differential..?
  Historical mailing list - aatransaxle
  Sun, 8 Mar 2009 20:22:37 -0700
  ...Locking differential..? > Hi all > > I've heard vague rumblings of available locking differential kits for > the 2wd Vanagons. I've > googled it and I...
• Re: Ltd. slip rear diff.
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Tue, 17 Oct 95 22:48:51 CDT
  ...I know a locking differential was a syncro >option, but was a similar rear diff available for two-wheelies? yup. but only in germany...
• Transmission Gurus?
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sun, 30 Nov 2014 08:37:31 -0800
  ...differentials and they are excellent, If cost is not too great, that would probably be the most convenient for my needs...A locking differential...
• 1987 VANAGON SYNCRO GL
  Historical mailing list - Vlach
  Wed, 4 Nov 1998 01:34:09 -0500
  We are selling our 1987 Vanagon Syncro GL (w/locking differential), 5spd, 2.1 ltr-water cooled, AM/FM/CASS, seats 7 plus storage...
• Re: Locking differential
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Tue, 2 Jan 2018 10:53:51 -0800
  ...Locking differential > > > > Vanagon list: > > > > What’s the verdict on lockers? I have an 88 GL with a Subie installed > and occasionally need to pull...
• Re: Locking differential
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Tue, 2 Jan 2018 17:10:40 -0800
  ...Locking differential > > Got stuck on the flat in similar snow. Very hard crust and about a foot or more of soft loose cold snow...
• Re: syncro locking differential stuck on!
  Historical mailing list - mike g.
  Tue, 25 Apr 2000 15:55:11 -0700
  ...noticed that in my 87 vanagon syncro gl > that the rear locking differential lock was stuck on, i only noticed a few > miles from...
• Locking differential
  Historical mailing list - Nemo, the Bus Captain
  Mon, 15 Jul 2002 20:57:46 -0700
  I remember Lilly saying he had this on his vanagon, but I've never seen them advertised before. Just the trick for you beach...
• Re: [Syncro] Re: locking differential in vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Stephen DeMocko
  Fri, 30 Sep 2005 08:43:06 -0700
  ...locking differential in vanagon Just so some of you know...There is now a limited slip torsen type diff available for the 2wd and...
• Re: Peloquin torque biasing differential
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Tue, 3 Nov 2009 07:10:16 -0800
  ...Odd handling behavior, diminished tire life and broken differentials can result. Excellent traction, however, and no wear and tear problems when used on loose...
• Re: Syncros. Positractions, Peloquins, and One Wheel Drives
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
  Wed, 29 Jan 2014 21:22:28 -0700
  ...http://www.weddleindustries.com/products/new-products/new-vw-094-atb-locking-differentials Also German Transaxle in Bend, OR NOT $150.00 bob
• Re: Re: [Syncro] synrco trans swap into a non-syncro vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Chris Weddle
  Fri, 30 Aug 2002 09:08:33 -0700
  ...Locking Differential Upgrade for Non-Syncro Vanagon Any 1984 or later 2wd Vanagon trans can fitted with the locking differential out of a 4wd...
• Re: Transmission Gurus?
  Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
  Mon, 1 Dec 2014 07:37:03 -0400
  ...differentials and they are > excellent, If cost is not too great, that would probably be the most > convenient for my needs...A locking differential...
• Re: Locking differential
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 2 Jan 2018 06:09:19 +0000
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• FS: Vanagon AW w/Subaru eng. & locking differential
  Historical mailing list - David J
  Mon, 12 Aug 2013 16:53:48 -0700
  Here's the ad on The Samba: � http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=1515713 � Upgraded and renewed in every way I...
• '91 Syncro Vanagon "Project" FS
  Historical mailing list - Michael J Vickey
  Mon, 1 Feb 1999 13:32:03 -0500
  ...Locking rear-differential setup. Needs a transmission. Too nice of a vehicle to part out. Not going to start another "project" this year as...
• Re: anyone put a locking diff in a 2wd?
  Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
  Thu, 7 Nov 2002 09:28:52 -0500
  ...So, its off to him this week. > >He says he can put in a locking differential (I guess it would need a >new case...
• Re: Peloquin torque biasing differential
  Historical mailing list - Daryl of AA Transaxle
  Tue, 3 Nov 2009 08:10:41 -0800
  There are LLSD's...Locking LSD's made as well for the manual trannys..but NOT for an automatic though..Just the standard lsd...
• Re: New Syncro - some questions
  Historical mailing list - Michael J Vickey
  Thu, 4 Dec 1997 17:57:04 -0500
  ...The actual locking of the differential can be delayed if the wheels are rotating at substantially different speeds. When driving around a corner it...
• Re: Syncro "factory" vacuum source
  Historical mailing list - Larry Hamm
  Thu, 18 Jan 2001 12:09:29 -0700
  ...Can someone explain exactly where the > intake manifold vacuum source is "supposed to be" for the Syncro locking > differential vacuum system? The Bentley doesn...
• Lock rite locking differentials
  Historical mailing list - Bob Bellanca
  Thu, 21 Aug 1997 19:42:18 -0700
  Well fellow list Volks, I believe someone warned me about locking differentials, but noooo, I had to give it a try...I now face...
• Re: 2wd locking diff - followship question
  Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
  Thu, 7 Nov 2002 10:38:09 -0500
  I think Derek Drew <derekdrew@RCN.COM> was sourcing the differential lock bits at one point. Thanks, Chris ---- Original message ---- >Date: Thu, 7 Nov...
• Re: Locking rear differential
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Thu, 28 Aug 2008 20:27:33 +0000
  ...great words I read. > > Does anyone have experience with a locking rear differential? I'm considering > having this done when I rebuild the tranny...
• WTB: Syncro Diff Lock Parts
  Historical mailing list - Jeff K
  Wed, 11 Dec 2002 07:30:45 -0700
  On the off chance that anyone is parting out a syncro with a locking rear differential, I could use most of the external locker...
• Re: limited slip differential (LVC)
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Sun, 3 May 2009 13:14:33 -0700
  ...Is there a Syncro out there > that can do this? Can Syncro differentials be set to full lock? Would this > only be possible with...
• Re: 14" or 15" wheels?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Berkemer
  Sun, 5 Jan 2003 17:57:36 -0600
  ...Heck, while I'm at it is it possible to put a limited slip set-up in the differential or even a "locking differential...
• Positive Vendor report
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Fri, 15 Aug 2003 21:48:02 -0700
  ...I had Weddle outfit a south African 5spd transmission with od 5th and syncro locking differential, and Cory motors did the installation along with...
• Re: Locking differential
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Tue, 2 Jan 2018 11:36:42 -0800
  ...Locking differential >>> >>> Vanagon list: >>> >>> What’s the verdict on lockers? I have an 88 GL with a Subie installed >> and occasionally need to pull...
• Limited slip differential (LSD) and getting stuck
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Tue, 12 Feb 2002 22:31:40 +1200
  ...and they >are hard to find and pricey. > >2.) Install a locking differential from a synchro. A little less pricey. > >3.) Get enough people...
• Re: WTB rear differential lock externals
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Tue, 21 Mar 2006 10:35:00 -0500
  ...Does anyone know the german word for locking differential? Chris On 3/21/06, mark drillock <drillock@earthlink.net> wrote: > No, I was saying...
• FS: 87 Vanagon GL Syncro Westie in Oregon (again)
  Historical mailing list - Brent Michael Gardner
  Sat, 9 Jan 1999 11:09:51 -0800
  ...1987 Vanagon GL Syncro Westie 110,000 miles dark red with gray interior locking differential A/C cassette deck with 4 speakers automatic locks...
• Re: Free limited slip differential. Was: Locking differential..?
  Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
  Sun, 8 Mar 2009 22:35:50 -0700
  I installed cheap turning brakes on my old '73 VW Thing. They consisted of levers that attached to either side of the emergency brake...
• About Red Line gear oil???
  Historical mailing list - Bob Bellanca
  Thu, 14 Aug 1997 07:10:36 -0700
  ...After rebuilding the Westy tranny and adding a locking differential, I'm interested in giving it something good to drink... Thanks, Bob Bellanca `81...
• Re: [Syncro] synrco trans swap into a non-syncro vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Ed DeBolt
  Thu, 29 Aug 2002 16:29:14 -0700
  ...That advantage would definitely be lost. >Realisticly the main advantage to the syncro tranny would be >to get one with a rear locking differential...
• Re: Diff lock in a 2wd
  Historical mailing list - Bill Knight
  Thu, 6 Mar 2003 10:02:32 -0500
  Jeff, Please tell us about the housing modifications you did for the locking differential. I'm seriously considering this option when I do my...
• Re: Limited slip differential on ice or snow
  Historical mailing list - Chris S.
  Sat, 3 Nov 2007 18:45:45 -0700
  Some have added a locking diff from the Syncro to the RWD transmission. This gives you some control over when to switch from 1WD...
• Re: Locking differential
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 4 Jan 2018 03:51:59 +0000
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• Re: Syncro without AC without diff lock @ $11K
  Historical mailing list - Mark Rokus
  Wed, 27 May 1998 19:44:46 -0400
  ...I want you to tell me if the price is OK. > > I want your opinions on how important the lack of a locking > differential...
• Re: limited slip differential question
  Historical mailing list - aatransaxle
  Sat, 2 May 2009 08:15:56 -0700
  The TBD is a gear operated differential..The True "LSD" uses clutch plates to control traction. As the differences in wheel rotation happen, the...
• Syncro passenger van for sale $3000
  Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
  Fri, 8 Feb 2008 23:28:16 -0500
  ...Rear locking differential. Needs complete exhaust pipes, but not muffler and cat. 240K miles, silver with blue interior, fold-down rear bed/seat. Will...
• Re: Front differential lock with a non-VC Syncro - valve safety question
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Sun, 16 May 2004 11:47:42 -0400
  ...on the vacuum actuator for the front differential lock that will apply > outward pressure on the locking pin, so if vacuum to the actuator...
• Re: limited slip differential for 2WD Vans
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Nadig
  Sat, 1 Oct 2005 14:43:39 -0500
  ...limited slip differential for 2WD Vans >Date: Sat, 1 Oct 2005 08:04:53 -0700 > >On 10/1/2005 7:53 AM George Goff...
• Re: SA Limited slip differential and getting stuck
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Tue, 12 Feb 2002 19:29:13 -0800
  ...locking differential from a synchro. A little less pricey. >> >> 3.) Get enough people together to convince Quaife to make a >> torque-biasing >> differential for...
• Re: [Syncro] synrco trans swap into a non-syncro vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Fri, 30 Aug 2002 18:45:15 +1200
  ...the syncro tranny would be >to get one with a rear locking differential... for all but >the hardcore off roader I am sure it...
• '89 - '91 Synchro differences
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Howard
  Tue, 21 Sep 1999 11:33:22 -0400
  ...Do all of them have a locking differential? Do they come with the GL package (pw, pl, cruise, etc.) standard? Anything special I should...
• Re: <Syncro> viscous coupling fluid !
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 10 Feb 1997 19:00:03 -0800
  ...Still I do not see why one could not join the VC concept with a differential to provide an automatic locking diff. But I...
• Re: Limited slip differential
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Fri, 1 May 2009 04:54:32 +0000
  I have a SA 5-speed transmission with a syncro locking diff on it. It works great! Todd '88 Westy ----- Original Message ----- From: "BenT...
• Looking for a synchro
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 26 May 96 5:30:12 EDT
  ...I'm new to this subculture, but I'm looking for a Synchro in a model year that has a locking rear differential. I...
• Re: Transmission Gurus?
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sun, 30 Nov 2014 18:48:17 -0800
  ...If so you just > need the locking differential pieces and to have the machine work done. The > factory set up used a vacuum operated...
• Answer:Re: Milestone reached and Traction question
  Historical mailing list - Sean Garrett
  Fri, 1 Jun 2001 10:17:01 -0700
  ...Michael Ramer <ramerm@EARTHLINK.NET> >> >Does anyone have experience with this suggested modification below? I've >always thought that with the locking differential, some...
• Re: About Red Line gear oil???
  Historical mailing list - CARVER, JEFFREY D
  Fri, 15 Aug 1997 05:44:19 -0700
  ...After rebuilding the Westy tranny and adding a locking differential, I'm interested in giving it something good to drink... Thanks,
• Re: WTB rear differential lock externals
  Historical mailing list - Florian Speier
  Tue, 21 Mar 2006 16:21:24 +0000
  ...I am now regretting. > > Does anyone know the german word for locking differential? > > Chris > > On 3/21/06, mark drillock <drillock@earthlink.net> wrote...
• Re: limited slip differential for 2WD Vans
  Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
  Sat, 1 Oct 2005 08:04:53 -0700
  ...Now, if Peloquin can also come up with a locking center diff >for a Syncro, we'll be in Fat City. > > It's not...
• Re: diff lock/limited slip axle
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 1 Dec 1997 21:26:56 -0500
  ...They are not NEARLY as effective at assuring power to both wheels as a LOCKING differential is. This is why VW didn't use...
• Re: [Syncro] synrco trans swap into a non-syncro vanagon
  Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
  Fri, 30 Aug 2002 07:11:21 -0400
  ...the syncro tranny would be >>to get one with a rear locking differential... for all but >>the hardcore off roader I am sure it...
• Re: Syncros. Positractions, Peloquins, and One Wheel Drives
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Mon, 3 Feb 2014 00:48:31 -0700
  ...resource: > http://www.weddleindustries.com/products/new-products/new-vw-094-atb-locking-differentials > > Also German Transaxle in Bend, OR > NOT $150.00 > bob
• 87 WESTY SYNCRO FOR SALE
  Historical mailing list - Brett and Barb
  Tue, 8 Jan 2002 05:13:37 -0800
  1987 SYNCRO WESTFALIA, Locking differentials, 4 Speed w/ low gear, approx 175k Miles, Power Mirrors, Front/Rear Hitch (Great for bike rack on front...
• Re: Lock rite locking differentials
  Historical mailing list - Bob Bellanca
  Wed, 27 Aug 1997 16:16:58 -0700
  ...Lock rite locking differentials > Date: Wednesday, August 27, 1997 11:56 AM > > I am sorry to hear this. > > But I think you have done...
• Re: locking rear diff on 2WD van or Limited Slip?
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Wed, 12 Dec 2001 17:28:48 -0800
  ...s the deal on converting a 85' 2WD to a locking rear differential? > > And what about just going to a Limited Slip? > > Install some...
• Locker Limited slips available...
  Historical mailing list - aatransaxle
  Fri, 7 Dec 2007 10:27:17 -0800
  Locking Limited slip differentials are now available for those of you who want the ultimate in traction choices. Am also getting togehter a "kit...