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• Re: 83-85 & 86-91 Gas Manual Gear Ratios
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Sun, 31 Jul 2005 14:40:17 -0700
  ...Tom Carrington's page has a link to Helmut's fairly complete listing of Vanagon transaxle ratios. Good Luck, Jake ----- Original Message ----- From: "chris...
• Re: Trans ID?-revisited
  Historical mailing list - Todd Hill
  Tue, 23 Jun 1998 00:18:10 EDT
  ...Anyone else with other info? Todd Hill VolksWerks Transaxles Olympia, WA
• Re: 85 westfalia tranny lube question
  Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
  Sun, 11 Jun 2000 11:42:16 -0700
  ...Daryl of AA Transaxle Duvall, WA.(Seattle area) (425) 788-4070 1-877-377-0773 toll free http://www.aatransaxle.com (web site)
• 83.5 no shift?
  Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
  Sat, 6 Oct 2001 20:10:59 -0700
  ...Daryl of AA Transaxle Duvall, WA.(Seattle area) (425) 788-4070 1-877-377-0773 toll free http://www.aatransaxle.com (web site) Subject...
• Where to find trans. shifter boot, what oil to use?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Thu, 8 Jul 2004 12:34:53 -0500
  ...What do others do? Also, what type of transaxle lube should I use? I don't think I can get redline around here, so...
• Re: CV Joint Dog Bone Question Years
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Wed, 9 Mar 2005 18:15:38 -0500
  ...axle shaft must be longer in order to reach from the transaxle to the wheel. This is why the axle shaft is different even...
• Re: Limited Slip Diff. sources?
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Thu, 6 Mar 2008 11:36:50 -0600
  ...I can make your 2wd either a limited slip or a Locker > >> limited slip...just takes $$$$ > >> Daryl of AA Transaxle > >> (425) 788-4070 > >> aatransaxle...
• Re: AAZ swap progress
  Historical mailing list - Scott Ohana
  Mon, 22 Jul 2013 18:33:05 -0700
  Did you try the clutch as soon as you had the engine mounted to the transaxle ? I have seen people spend hours and hours...
• Re: van wrecked; documenting selling prices
  Historical mailing list - VW Doka
  Wed, 17 Jun 2009 16:46:09 -0400
  ...put in a manual trans that was >> supposed to >> have been recently rebuilt by AA transaxle. >> >> Thanks for the input so far, >> Ed Duntz >> >
• Re: trans. main shaft scoring
  Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
  Fri, 18 May 2001 21:32:47 -0700
  ...How common is this and have others experienced similar > > wear? > >Daryl of AA Transaxle >Duvall, WA.(Seattle area) >(425) 788-4070 >1-877-377...
• Re: Will Porsche transaxle fit in Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
  Wed, 15 Aug 2001 13:46:21 -0700
  i've heard this being done on the type1 VW's, so i'm sure time and money anything is possible, next question what...
• Re: converting to 4 wheel drive - Quaife?
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Thu, 6 Dec 2001 23:09:01 EST
  ...trans and the donor trans to someone like Daryl at AA transaxle. Assuming of course that you are able to do w/o your...
• For Sale 88 Westfalia
  Historical mailing list - Todd Lund
  Wed, 21 Aug 2002 09:49:26 -0700
  ...Rebuilt manual transmission and new clutch disc, pressure plate and release bearing at 63,183 miles, on 08/26/00 (supplied by AA Transaxle...
• Golf/ jetta auto trans can be used with vanagon diffs
  Historical mailing list - Nock
  Sun, 9 Mar 2003 20:04:27 -0800
  I talked to german transaxle of bend or, who rebuilts vw automatics. They confirmed what john says to be true, except the vanagon has...
• Re: Transmission advice needed 3-4 syncro hype? (Also higher gear)
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
  Tue, 31 May 2005 11:33:52 -0700
  ...Camper with 149,000 miles and a stock, unopened 4-speed transaxle. I switched to Redline MTL and now have over 240,000 on...
• Re: KEP Plate Remove Transmission
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Tue, 16 Mar 2010 20:54:57 -0700
  ...Undo the nuts on the transaxle side and out she comes. Clutch problems? On Tue, Mar 16, 2010 at 7:49 PM, neil n...
• Recent Upgrade Experience (wheels/tires/transaxle)
  Historical mailing list - honemastert
  Fri, 15 Dec 2006 13:52:11 -0700
  ...the previous wheel/tire set that I had on there. Re: Transaxle re-gearing ------------------------- With the new gearing, I can cruise at 70Mph now...
• Re: Engine swap
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Thu, 16 Oct 2014 13:14:33 -0400
  "The Vanagon automatic transaxle can handle these engines just fine except it shifts too soon for high RPM engines. Grinding about half the weight...
• Shift Linkage Adjustment Problem SOLVED!!
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Mon, 5 Feb 2001 17:54:46 -0800
  ...I'd written earlier that after removing and replacing the transaxle I couldn't get the shift linkage adjusted properly. I was experiencing what...
• Re: grease on axek
  Historical mailing list - John Lauterbach
  Mon, 2 Oct 2023 07:53:22 -0400
  ...by inboard axle, you mean the one that goes into the transaxle, would it be a case of the a oil seal failing? John...
• Re: shifter ball and cup - cuup removal
  Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
  Sat, 7 Aug 2010 21:49:10 -0700
  ...Daryl of AA Transaxle 425-788-4070 "On the cutting edge of Old technology" 86 Syncro Westy with a Zetec in the trunk -----Original...
• Re: 4 spd transmission noise, low oil level
  Historical mailing list - aatransaxle
  Mon, 2 Feb 2009 16:07:44 -0800
  ...Daryl of AA Transaxle (425) 788-4070 aatransaxle.com 86 Syncro Westy Zetec in the trunk ----- Original Message ----- From: "Mike Collum" <collum@MYFAIRPOINT.NET...
• Re: St. Muir Solenoid Trick
  Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
  Fri, 14 Apr 1995 09:41:43 -0700 (PDT)
  ...Is the transaxle strap in good condition? I don't _have_ a trans strap - I'm using a solid trans mount. Solid meaning all...
• Syncro: Dyno smog test dangerous?
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stratton
  Thu, 25 Feb 1999 22:45:44 -0500
  ...testing on a dynamometer (engine output analysis and brake test) the transaxle drive shaft must be disconnected. The differential lock must not be engaged...
• Re: The (fill in blank) are after us!
  Historical mailing list - Todd Hill
  Sun, 21 Feb 1999 16:40:17 EST
  ...when I'll get a letter as well? -Todd Hill VolksWerks Transaxles Olympia, WA 360-412-0948 PS- For all of you in the...
• Re: Gearshift stuck!
  Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
  Wed, 1 Nov 2000 20:31:49 -0800
  ...yr warranty (plus shipping of course)...Good luck Daryl of AA Transaxle Duvall, WA.(Seattle area) (425) 788-4070 1-877-377-0773 toll...
• Re: Grinding into Secong Gear when Cold
  Historical mailing list - AA Transaxle
  Mon, 7 Jan 2002 09:29:05 -0800
  ...Daryl of AA Transaxle Duvall, WA. (Seattle area) (425) 788-4070 1-877-377-0773 (toll free) aatransaxle.com (web site) >> When I just...
• clutch release lever removal
  Historical mailing list - AA Transaxle
  Sat, 12 Apr 2003 09:41:54 -0700
  ...Goood Luck Daryl of AA Transaxle Duvall, WA. (Seattle area) (425) 788-4070 1-877-377-0773 (toll free) aatransaxle.com (web site)
• Re: canvas weather resistance?
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Thu, 18 Aug 2005 12:46:20 -0700
  ...canvas weather resistance? > Hi all, > > After several months of work (rebuilt transaxle, new > fuel lines, new (all!) cooling system hoses, etc. > etc.) I am...
• Re: Tranny rebuild/82 air-cooled
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Wed, 23 Jul 2014 09:40:18 -1000
  ...it's a 'minor conversion' but you'd be miles ahead to convert to the 83 and later 2WD transaxle and shift linkage.. ( from...
• Re: The Sounds of Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - harald.nancy
  Fri, 10 Apr 1998 14:47:52 -0700
  ...Low transaxle oil. Repair: Fill transaxle with oil and say a prayer. 9. Loud ticking and tacking from the back when you first start...
• Kudos for Daryl at AA Transaxle (syncro tranny work)
  Historical mailing list - Tim King
  Fri, 29 Sep 2000 14:08:29 -0700
  Last year, I had Daryl at AA Transaxle (http://aatransaxle.com) rebuild my syncro tranny. At the time, I was very glad the list...
• Re: How hard is it to rebuild a transmission?
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Mon, 4 May 2015 13:38:56 -1000
  ...manual transaxle rebuilding is very, VERY advanced work. 'if anything' ..get a dead trans for free somewhere to practice on. Then you'll see...
• Re: Powerflex transaxle bushing
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Fri, 29 Apr 2016 11:50:26 -0700
  Thanks for that. You installed this on a diesel Vanagon? If this was an issue before, did you notice if this new bushing reduced...
• Re: Gowesty posi traction differential
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 3 Nov 2015 21:46:28 -0500
  ...This is best justified when combined with a needed overhaul or at the least pulling the transaxle to service the clutch or some other...
• Re: Tranny Fluid - Manual Transmission
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 30 Mar 2013 08:26:04 -0400
  ...Tranny Fluid - Manual Transmission On my 88GL I need to service the transaxle and swap out the tranny fluid. I have been running Redline...
• ?'s 85-vanagon changing Trans.oilto synthetics
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 16 Nov 1996 11:09:10 -0600
  ...but I guess slicker is better!Any probelms adding Moly to transaxles? Bentley reads: To reduce shifting effort, reduce oil level 15mm below filter...
• Re: Register your VW (tm) domain name now!
  Historical mailing list - Todd Hill
  Wed, 24 Feb 1999 19:09:14 EST
  ...to do it right the first time but plenty of time to do it over! -Todd Hill VolksWerks Transaxles Olympia, WA 360-412-0948
• Re: German Trans Responds On Viscous Matters
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 24 Sep 1999 08:25:04 EDT
  Just as a side note, I have talked with and dealt with Forrest at German Transaxle several times. He is a very knowledgable and...
• Clutch release bearing shaft return spring?
  Historical mailing list - Steve Blackham
  Mon, 19 Mar 2001 14:36:42 -0700
  I've finally gotten around to putting the transaxle back in my "new 83". My question: Is there a return spring on the release...
• Re: aircooled transaxle with 1.6NA diesel
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Thu, 17 Jan 2002 10:08:13 EST
  Steve, Torque at the flywheel is obviously the same. Torque at the real wheel is not. Torque at the rear wheel (or more accurately...
• Re: Redline Oil
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
  Sun, 4 May 2003 11:07:00 -0700
  ...Redline Oil > I was hoping that someone could tell me the capacities of the front diff > and transaxle. I would like to get redline...
• transmission life expectancy?
  Historical mailing list - Art McGinn
  Mon, 12 Jan 2004 14:52:18 -0800
  at one time, the vw transaxle was described as "bulletproof," capable of 100,000 miles and perhaps much more of reliable service before it...
• Re: Update On Daryl
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 16 Mar 2010 05:11:51 -0500
  ...com/2010/03/daryls-multiple-myeloma-blog.html > > Daryl of AA Transaxle > > > > first it was boston bob..then warren C.... hang in there darryl...
• Re: auto vs. manual
  Historical mailing list - Darrell Boehler
  Thu, 10 Sep 1998 12:12:44 -0500
  ------------------- Hi Volks, I kind of like the way the 091/1 transaxle is designed. It has some improvements over the 091 or 002 that...
• Re: Limited Slip Diff. sources?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 5 Mar 2008 22:10:15 -0600
  ...I can make your 2wd either a limited slip or a Locker > limited slip...just takes $$$$ > Daryl of AA Transaxle > (425) 788-4070 > aatransaxle...
• Re: Interesting Vanagon Dash - Photos
  Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
  Thu, 28 Apr 2011 09:07:04 -0700
  ...Daryl of AA Transaxle 425-788-4070 "On the cutting edge of Old technology" 86 Syncro Westy w/Turbo Zetec in the trunk -----Original...
• Re: Autotranny
  Historical mailing list - Scott
  Wed, 11 May 2016 11:09:16 -1000
  ...I like German Transaxle for that. Scott On 05/11/2016 05:32 AM, John Rodgers wrote: > What would be some causes for the...
• Re: Trans Question
  Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
  Fri, 27 Nov 2009 17:59:42 -0800
  ...Daryl of AA Transaxle 425-788-4070 "On the cutting edge of old technology" -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon...
• FS 81 Camper
  Historical mailing list - Barbara Sutton
  Mon, 6 Oct 1997 17:04:23 -0700
  ...engine (with 30,000 miles in it) > -Both heads new > -New transaxle > -4speed > -new brakes > -all new 8 ply tires > -new shocks > -new balljoints...
• Re: Limited Vanagon content: using reverse running transaxles
  Historical mailing list - Joshua Van Tol
  Mon, 23 Nov 1998 19:08:24 -0600
  >> >>The Alternator and Water Pump will also be spinning backwards. > > >Oh yeah, accesories. I gues the power steering and AC would need attention >too...
• 87 Transmission Shifting
  Historical mailing list - Vern D. Moen
  Wed, 18 Aug 1999 09:52:37 -0700
  ...the PO has the clutch replaced last year and the transaxle rebuilt ('bad gear' he said). When downshifting into second gear, the gear will...
• Re: Tranny woes solved we think - update
  Historical mailing list - Marla Stelk
  Fri, 22 Nov 2002 10:06:33 -0500
  ...4 speeds use the same fluid in both sections of the transaxle. Sorry if I >misunderstood. > > Jay > > > _________________________________________________________________ The new MSN 8: advanced junk mail...
• Re: Stuck in Third Gear - New Transaxle Question
  Historical mailing list - Steve Cotsford
  Sun, 27 Apr 2003 22:23:26 EDT
  We can commiserate. Mine stuck in 4th gear on Monday. Folks have mostly told me not to try to fix it myself even if...
• Re: 2wd Syncro Traction
  Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
  Mon, 19 Jan 2004 10:09:00 -0800
  ...Daryl of AA Transaxle Duvall, WA. (Seattle area) 1-877-377-0773 toll free 425-788-4070 aatransaxle.com ----- Original Message ----- From: "Scott Walker...
• Re: Need Syncro Tranny
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Fri, 13 Jan 2006 23:33:31 -0500
  ...Chris On 1/13/06, Jake de Villiers <crescentbeachguitar@gmail.com> wrote: > Send it to Darryl at AA Transaxle. > > http://www.aatransaxle.com/index...
• Re: deal or no deal
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Fri, 2 Nov 2007 14:07:04 -0400
  ...I wonder what they mean by "South African rear transaxle"... On Nov 2, 2007, at 1:41 PM, Brendan Slevin wrote: > For a wish...
• Adios
  Historical mailing list - Geo & Kathleen Hahn
  Sun, 26 Aug 2007 09:23:05 -0700
  ...Hope to see you on the road! Geo 84 Westy (Yellow) Engine by GoWesty Transaxle by Daryl Fun by Franz Knobel & Sohne
• Re: Limited Vanagon content: using reverse running transaxles
  Historical mailing list - Pat
  Sun, 22 Nov 1998 11:24:27 -0500
  ...I am proficient at tearing down transaxles and the possibility stills exists, but I too was thinking of just making a rabbit motor run...
• Re: Stuck in Third Gear - New Transaxle Question
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Mon, 28 Apr 2003 00:18:33 -0500
  ...I had Weddle Engineering rebuild me a tranny, but both he and AA Transaxle come very highly recommended. I spent about $1500 on my...