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• Re: Heads/GEX SAGA
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 31 Jul 1996 09:07:41
  ...I will also add that I am not a GEX supporter, having had both a GEX engine and transaxle fail almost immediately upon installation...
• Re: Toll inquiry: 12 spline thingy
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 16 Dec 1995 23:33:40 -0500
  ...I >wrecked >3 K-D versions taking the drive shafts off my Jetta transaxle, then chased >and >tackled a Snap-On truck and bought...
• Spring servicing...
  Historical mailing list - christian krahforst
  Tue, 19 Mar 1996 14:32:53 +0000
  ...With the engine out, I replaced the front transaxle mount (again). I replace the shift-coupler with a real one. (I didn't like...
• Auto tranny problem
  Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
  Wed, 1 Aug 2001 09:10:23 -0700
  ...Daryl of AA Transaxle Duvall, WA.(Seattle area) (425) 788-4070 1-877-377-0773 toll free http://www.aatransaxle.com (web site) Date...
• Re: Wurstfalia pops into neutral at 60 mph in fourth gear??
  Historical mailing list - AATransaxle
  Sat, 2 Dec 2006 18:38:52 -0800
  ...Daryl of AA Transaxle ----- Original Message ----- From: "Susmay" <susmay@YAHOO.COM> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Saturday, December 02, 2006 5:31 PM...
• Re: Transmission repair options
  Historical mailing list - aatransaxle
  Tue, 17 Apr 2007 08:42:39 -0700
  ...of things tired...$1095 exch for a rebuild Daryl of AA Transaxle (425) 788-4070 aatransaxle.com Subject: Transmission repair options > The WurstFalia had...
• Re: New on this list
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Wed, 1 Aug 2007 13:34:43 -0600
  ...I own an 83 Westfalia diesel 1.9 and an DK transaxle from Daryl. > > I am very happy with my vehicule I own it...
• Re: Auto Transmission Fluid Ports
  Historical mailing list - Phil Zimmerman
  Fri, 2 Mar 2012 12:00:17 -0800
  ...German Transaxle of America, inc. Address: 2185 NE 2nd st # C / PO BOX 5845 Bend, Oregon 97701 / Bend, Oregon 97708 Phone: 541-382-7723...
• Re: is there a resource to find out cost of labor?
  Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
  Mon, 6 Jun 2011 08:49:35 -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: Fuses
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Mon, 18 Oct 2010 17:06:40 -0700
  ...is 20 amp if my remembery is correct > > Daryl of AA Transaxle > 425-788-4070 > "On the cutting edge of Old technology" > 86 Syncro...
• Re: Shifting problems
  Historical mailing list - Otmar Ebenhoech
  Wed, 29 Apr 1998 18:18:42 -0700
  ...Needless >to say, it is driving me & everyone behind me at a stoplight, crazy!!! I'm >sure it is in the transaxle & will cost...
• Re: Strobing Reverse Lights -- bright light
  Historical mailing list - Horace K. Sawyer
  Thu, 30 Dec 1999 21:24:38 -0500
  ...I replaced the transaxle this summer. Is it possible >to put the 2 leads going to the switch on backwards or do I need...
• 4th to 3rd gear tranny issue
  Historical mailing list - AA Transaxle
  Thu, 6 Feb 2003 09:55:39 -0800
  ...Daryl of AA Transaxle Duvall, WA. (Seattle area) (425) 788-4070 1-877-377-0773 (toll free) aatransaxle.com (web site)
• Re: beware this syncro
  Historical mailing list - Don in Phoenix
  Fri, 19 Mar 2004 10:46:31 -0700
  ...If I could have found an engine/transaxle cheap enough, there was a time when I would have bought it. Don in Phoenix, AZ...
• Re: Cargo Barrier 85 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
  Mon, 20 Feb 2012 13:13:16 -0800
  ...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: aircooled transaxle with 1.6NA diesel
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Thu, 17 Jan 2002 00:28:38 -0800
  ...aircooled transaxle with 1.6NA diesel >Date: Thu, 17 Jan 2002 01:26:39 EST > >My advice is not to try unless your DNA...
• Re: Easiest Platform to Cnvert to I-4 FROM?
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Tue, 27 Apr 2004 11:14:10 -0400
  ...nice is it keeps the engine below the lid. > > The Diesel transaxle has a lower final drive which slows down the car > so the...
• Re: Fryeday: machine screws and Loctite?
  Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
  Fri, 9 Jul 2010 17:52:34 -0700
  My glass guru DID use blue locktite last time I had him tweak mine..sure why not Daryl of AA Transaxle 425-788-4070...
• 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...
• synthetic trans fluid notice
  Historical mailing list - Dan Houg
  Tue, 13 Jun 1995 09:04:49 CST6CDT
  ...83-up German Transaxle of America, Inc. 63120 Nels Anderson Rd Bend, OR 97701 503/382-7723 800/892-4327" ***end of quote***
• re. Who makes GL-4 transmission oil and why do I need it?
  Historical mailing list - Gary
  Tue, 29 Aug 2000 09:48:45 -0600
  ...Daryl, AA transaxle and Chris weedle both do not use GL4 (from what I recall). I think GL4 may affect the syncro rings in...
• Tranny oil-level (AA Trans take on the subject)
  Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
  Wed, 25 Jul 2001 22:51:08 -0700
  ...Just change it every 30K and use synthetic if available (esp in colder climates) Daryl of AA Transaxle Duvall, WA.(Seattle area) (425) 788...
• Re: aircooled transaxle with 1.6NA diesel
  Historical mailing list - Steven Denis
  Fri, 18 Jan 2002 16:05:10 EST
  In a message dated 1/18/02 3:29:12 PM Eastern Standard Time, vgonman@MSN.COM writes: > This is not completely correct.................. > > The...
• Re: tranny swap
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 27 Feb 2003 19:30:29 -0600
  ...crapped out tranny on my >"new" '81 westy with a aa transaxle rebuild... i'm >wondering if there is anything in particular to pay...
• Growling into reverse
  Historical mailing list - Jeremy Speer
  Tue, 3 Jun 2003 19:07:04 -0500
  ...am i nuts, or is he overreacting? While i'm on the topic can somebody provide the contact info for German Transaxle, just in...
• Re: Canada brokerage fees
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Thu, 26 Oct 2006 07:04:52 EDT
  ...I just had a tranny come in here from AA Transaxle in Duval, WA. Brokerage fee was $7 ! Yes, seven bucks. UPS and Fedex...
• Bostig Zetec kit...WOW...
  Historical mailing list - AATransaxle
  Wed, 11 Oct 2006 16:39:20 -0700
  ...Daryl of AA Transaxle Duvall, WA. (Seattle area) 425-788-4070 aatransaxle.com 86 Syncro Westy WBXTurbo
• Re: grease on axek
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Mon, 2 Oct 2023 09:56:29 -0400
  ...If by > inboard axle, you mean the one that goes into the transaxle, would it be a case of > the a oil seal failing...
• Re: Standard Transmission oil change - Redline MT-90 vs. Royal Purple
  Historical mailing list - Steve Williams
  Sun, 30 Aug 2020 12:48:44 -0600
  ...purchasing Royal Purple 75W-90? >> >> Originally, I had gone to AA Transaxle's website and figured MT-90 would >> be best. >> >> https://aatransaxle.com...
• 86 Syncro 2.1 surging at 2K rpm no load
  Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
  Wed, 23 May 2012 20:19:39 -0700
  ...Daryl of AA Transaxle 425-788-4070 "On the cutting edge of Old technology" 86 Syncro Westy w/Turbo Zetec in the trunk 90...
• Re: Auto Transmission advice
  Historical mailing list - Roger VanTill
  Wed, 3 Nov 2010 16:46:00 -0400
  Get a rebuilt from German Transaxle and swap them out. Easily done on a weekend. No more worries. On Wed, Nov 3, 2010 at...
• Re: 4 speed/5 speed shifter
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 19 May 2010 14:41:26 -0700
  ...4 speed/5 speed shifter > Hey gang, its become apparent that my low mileage 5 speed transaxle has a > dead bearing and needs to...
• Re: Peloquin torque biasing differential
  Historical mailing list - John Anderson
  Mon, 2 Nov 2009 09:32:14 -0800
  ...correctly called a torque biasing differential.� I have an 89 > automatic, and German transaxle out of Bend did the rebuild. As long as you
• Fwd: [Syncro] Junk yard Suburu conversion
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Sun, 28 Jun 2009 20:58:44 -0700
  ...The engine is all there > still mounted on the transaxle. > > From: Jim Arnott <jrasite@eoni.com> > To: Ryan <moone924@yahoo.com> > Sent: Sunday, June...
• Re: 3rd-4th gear lockup question
  Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
  Wed, 4 Apr 2001 22:34:15 -0700
  ...Daryl of AA Transaxle Duvall, WA.(Seattle area) (425) 788-4070 1-877-377-0773 toll free http://www.aatransaxle.com (web site) On...
• Question about replacing the Fiberglass tops for Westy's 84-8?
  Historical mailing list - Bergin, Richard
  Sun, 29 Sep 2002 15:03:35 -0700
  ...I am very grateful this community, through it I have acquired information on engines, transaxles, sway bars, rims, tires, techniques to stabilize handling and...
• Re: replaced tranny but no move. What next?
  Historical mailing list - al sinclair
  Sun, 18 Dec 2005 20:56:42 -0800
  ...Sept, before I went the cheapie "assumed good" route) was German Transaxle of America in Bend, OR (http://www.gtainc.biz/.) I've emailed...
• Re: Manual transmission grinds when shifted into into 2nd, 3rd gears
  Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
  Tue, 21 Feb 2006 09:39:16 -0800
  ...Daryl of AA Transaxle Duvall, WA. (Seattle area) 1-877-377-0773 toll free 425-788-4070 aatransaxle.com 86 Syncro Westy WBXTurbo ----- Original...
• Re: Increased WBX displacement
  Historical mailing list - aatransaxle
  Sun, 7 Sep 2008 08:57:28 -0700
  ...Daryl of AA Transaxle (425) 788-4070 aatransaxle.com 86 Syncro Westy..Happy the Camper Zetec in the trunk ----- Original Message ----- From: "Chris S...
• Re: idea?
  Historical mailing list - Mike B
  Thu, 24 Oct 2013 20:50:26 -0400
  ...POS booster > heater or in the area above or around the transaxle ? Will need fans > for each coil. > > Velma 82 1.9L AAZ td...
• Re: Headlight switch
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Fri, 13 Apr 2012 05:44:46 -0700
  ...some good ones fairly cheap according to Jim. > > Daryl of AA Transaxle > 425-788-4070 > "On the cutting edge of Old technology" > 86 Syncro...
• Re: Spillmeister burner grill thingies
  Historical mailing list - Daryl of AA Transaxle
  Sat, 31 Oct 2009 15:21:33 -0700
  ...Daryl of AA Transaxle 425-788-4070 ----- Original Message ----- From: "JKim" <jkim.phd@GMAIL.COM> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Saturday, October 31...
• Re: Help! Name this Mystery Part !!! :o)
  Historical mailing list - aatransaxle
  Wed, 5 Aug 2009 22:14:53 -0700
  ...Daryl of AA Transaxle (425) 788-4070 aatransaxle.com 86 Syncro Westy Zetec in the trunk ----- Original Message ----- From: "John C..." <jcarp2001@GMAIL.COM...
• Re: van wrecked; documenting selling prices
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Wed, 17 Jun 2009 16:32:37 -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: My new 5-min webpage
  Historical mailing list - Bill Knight
  Tue, 25 May 1999 14:24:32 -0400
  ...http://home.nycap.rr.com/transaxle/index.htm Jason M. Yasment '84 Westfalia (up for new trans and brakes) '98 Jetta TDI (in the...
• Euro-Drive: 85 Volkswagen Vanagon, Surge
  Historical mailing list - "Robert Philp III (by way of Derek Drew )"
  Sun, 29 Oct 2000 12:20:48 -0500
  ...4-speed Standard Transaxle Mileage: 150,000 miles VIN: WV2B0252FH050867 Symptoms: Surge Occurs: Always ____________________________________________________________ Hello Gentlemen, I have a 85 Vanagon that came in...
• Re: clutch dragging... hmmm
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Fri, 12 Aug 2005 00:23:52 EDT
  ...But, before you pull the transaxle, make certain the hydraulic line has been purged of air completely. Two other things which suggest a dragging...
• Re: Daryl Christensen/AA Transaxle's goodbye message
  Historical mailing list - Richard A Jones
  Tue, 29 May 2012 17:03:11 -0600
  > I suggest you try to "train" the listees to be brief and refrain from the > silly nonsensical comments. I know YOU try, but it...
• Re: CV Joint Bolts in Portland OR
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Tue, 11 Sep 2007 19:10:02 -0700
  ...Cunegonde's new transmission is in, but obviously the transaxles aren't yet, with a major trip planned for October and the rainy, cold...
• Limited Slip Diff. sources?
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 5 Mar 2008 17:26:02 -0800
  Hey all, I know I can probably get Daryl at AAA Transaxle to install a limited slip into my 84 with a diesel 5...
• Re: [vanagon] Common problems with Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - Ben McCafferty
  Wed, 20 Feb 2002 09:49:23 -0800
  ...blow motor seizes >> Syncro------ >> 1 - Drive shaft vibration >> 2 - Transaxle creeper gear trying to escape >> 3 - Transaxle Synchronizers 3th and 4th break >> 4 - Viscous...
• Re: Sad news
  Historical mailing list - Harold Teer
  Mon, 24 Feb 2014 14:02:26 -0500
  ...and I made an appointment to stop by and have the transaxle fluid changed, not that I thought it needed it, but I had...
• Re: clutch question
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
  Tue, 29 Nov 2011 17:28:02 -0700
  ...should I look 1st? Does this sound like a clutch or > transaxle issue? Is there anything to check that doesn't involve > pulling everything...
• Re: Bostig suspending AT kits
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:06:48 -0800
  ...one vehicle and the work done by one shop on one transaxle and one engine. If they have not seen the same problem occurring...
• Re: Legendary Tardis-Classic Car insurance for Westies?
  Historical mailing list - Geo & Kathleen Hahn
  Sun, 2 Aug 2009 15:28:45 -0700
  ...My approach with the Westy is to save all receipts (esp the big ones like rebuilt engine & transaxle) and many recent pictures showing its...
• Re: Build your own synchro westy - how hard is it?
  Historical mailing list - Bill Johnson
  Mon, 14 Feb 2000 19:03:58 -0600
  ...Front and rear suspension, brakes, engine ancillary systems, transaxle/transfer case, etc., etc., all would have to be removed and reinstalled, along with the...
• syncro driveshaft diconnect
  Historical mailing list - Gary Lee
  Mon, 21 May 2001 16:29:17 -0600
  ...It disengages the prop shaft > for highway driving so you can save your front diff/VC > and transaxle a lot of wear and tear...
• 1st and 2nd gear, where'd they go??
  Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
  Thu, 23 Aug 2001 22:24:30 -0700
  ...slider that is gonna break soon...Good Luck Daryl of AA Transaxle Duvall, WA.(Seattle area) (425) 788-4070 1-877-377-0773 toll...
• Re: help in Monterey, Ca
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Wed, 17 Dec 2003 21:41:20 -0500
  ...Put the transaxle then decide what you need. Eric 86-VW4x4 vw4x4@fyi.net 86-SS Syncro Pittsburgh, PA USA 1936-Chrysler 92-Jetta...
• Tornado Red OR Metalic black?
  Historical mailing list - Benny boy
  Tue, 12 Dec 2006 11:32:31 -0500
  ...gadget (African wheels and grille), a Subi 2.5L, an AA transaxle, everything mechanic will be NEW or rebuilt. I will, one day sell...