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• Baja Shakedown
  Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
  Sun, 13 Nov 2011 19:39:25 -0700
  ...Just what is the material?....and yes, I have emailed German Transaxle for advice. BTW internet has been scarce and unreliable when found...... Gracias...
• RE: boot: shifter linkage
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Tue, 21 May 1996 16:58:01 -0700
  ...shifter linkage Tried to get a new boot for the spot where the shift rod connects to the shift actuator on the transaxle. On...
• Re: syncro clutch or tranny?-reply
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Fri, 14 Aug 1998 14:46:54 -0400
  ...difficult/impossible to engage. > >Start saving your money. > >Todd Hill >VolksWerks Transaxles >OIympia, WA > <bold>Michael J. Sullivan </bold><italic>Director of Catalog Design...
• Re: Friday quiz- '53 le Mans
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Fri, 11 Feb 2011 09:53:14 -0800
  ...At first I thought the dead #6 must have a Ferguson >> transaxle in it but that's not it...its a Talbot Lago . >> >> So...
• Re: CV Joint Bolts in Portland OR
  Historical mailing list - C B
  Tue, 11 Sep 2007 20:53:16 -0700
  ...Also, I can bring fresh cookies (and old cigars) to > the locals. > > Cunegonde's new transmission is in, but obviously the transaxles aren't...
• Re: WBX Transmission: Failing 3-4 Hub Feels Like?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Mon, 12 Apr 2010 16:33:00 -0700
  ...turbovans.com> wrote: > I'll have to say a 2WD Vanagon transaxle is one of the sweetest, easiest > transmissions there is to remove and...
• Re: Snap On 17mm 21mm trans wrench $1
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 2 Mar 2010 20:57:38 -0800
  ...one end of a perfectly >> good 17mm tool >> >> Daryl of AA Transaxle >> 425-788-4070 >> "On the cutting edge of Old technology" >> >> >> -----Original Message...
• Re: Viscous Coupling
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 7 May 2016 17:50:34 -0400
  ...I'm trying to figure out if this is an emergency where I risk frying my transaxle, or if I can get away with...
• Re: Propane tank question
  Historical mailing list - Jay lefstein
  Tue, 31 Aug 2010 23:00:54 -0700
  ...Don't reef them super > tight but > when you fill it, check with soapy water to make sure nothing leaks. > > Daryl of AA Transaxle...
• Re: a (cv) day in the sun-reply
  Historical mailing list - Todd Hill
  Sun, 7 Mar 1999 23:10:18 EST
  ...then you get a rebuilt trans or drop it right then and get a rebuilt. -Todd Hill VolksWerks Transaxles Olympia, WA 360-412-0948
• Re: BBB to bURNINGvAN
  Historical mailing list - aatransaxle
  Fri, 13 Jan 2012 08:56:09 -0800
  ...Daryl of AA Transaxle 425-788-4070 86 syncro Westy w/Turbo Zetec in the trunk ----- Original Message ----- From: "Mike Miller" <mwmiller6@att.net...
• Re: End play
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 4 Sep 2007 07:07:40 -0400
  ...End play So, I've taken my broken transaxle off (off to Daryl when I get done packing it for shipping), and want to...
• Re: Buying a Van - New Question
  Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
  Tue, 19 Apr 2011 18:45:38 -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: Bostig suspending AT kits
  Historical mailing list - craig cowan
  Thu, 11 Mar 2010 20:58:36 -0500
  ...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: LVC: OPOC engine
  Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
  Fri, 4 Dec 2009 08:51:26 -0800
  ...loved it down there when things were crankin' Daryl of AA Transaxle 425-788-4070 "On the cutting edge of old technology" -----Original Message...
• Re: hot start relay didn't work - now what?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Thu, 23 Jul 1998 10:48:38 -0700
  ...them up and inspected the cables, pulled the groundstrap from the > transaxle to the chassis on both ends and cleaned it, and then wired...
• Re: Hang 'em High 2 (vendor perspective)
  Historical mailing list - Chris Shoesmith
  Thu, 9 Sep 1999 11:56:12 -0500
  ...My main concern about the transaxle vendor in question is, why isn't he defending himself. I'm sure this list is a large...
• Flywheel and orientation...
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Schmitz
  Sun, 22 Jul 2001 19:26:58 -0700
  ...Conversely, in the Porsche 914, where the engine is mid-mounted ahead of the transaxle, the front of the engine is the fan shroud...
• Re: List of vanagon engine conversions that fit below the stock engine lid...
  Historical mailing list - hunnam
  Fri, 29 Dec 2006 12:45:25 +1100
  Chris My 91 Transporter has a Subaru 2.7 flat six with 5 speed transaxle. Ground clearance ( measured from under Subaru headers ) is 8...
• Re: Suggestions?
  Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
  Fri, 18 May 2007 10:07:20 -0400
  ...Sell the EV and put an SVX engine in there with a rebuilt AA transaxle and some fresh paint. . The EV might be pristine...
• Re: known Vanagon problems
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Fri, 27 Aug 2004 06:58:04 -0700
  ...vibration/balance problem > 2 - Transaxle: creeper gear trying to escape, blows hold in case > 3 - Transaxle: Synchronizers 3th and 4th break, can not shift...
• Re: Ring and pinion - 1991 Carat
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 18 Nov 2022 13:22:11 -0600
  ...Ring and pinion - 1991 Carat > > Can the ring and pinion area be accessed without removing the whole > transaxle? Need to replace final drive bearings...
• Re: AA Transaxle: Happy! Relevant Info, Long.
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Fri, 20 Jun 2014 11:48:00 -0700
  I had the pleasure of viewing a 1.8T being prepped for install in a Vanagon. Good to get your input Stuart. I'm...
• Lockers -- how hard to install LLSD?
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Mon, 9 May 2011 16:18:23 -0700
  ...How difficult is it to pull the differential and install another? Transmission shop work only (I see that Daryl at AA Transaxle can do...
• Re: Blown fuse
  Historical mailing list - Bob Mund
  Thu, 17 Mar 2011 09:04:28 -0600
  ...with a trailer pigtail that is grounding out the stop lights. > | > |Daryl of AA Transaxle > |425-788-4070 > |"On the cutting edge of Old...
• Re: Advice Needed
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 11 Sep 1995 10:53:23 -0700 (PDT)
  ...In my case the bus has the > original style '56 36HP engine and split-case transaxle. To say that the > vehicle is slow would...
• 1985 Westfalia for sale (Boston Ma Area)
  Historical mailing list - John Hurley
  Thu, 16 Mar 2000 10:57:40 -0500
  ...15K on it) - German Transaxle rebuilt 4 speed manual, clutch (approx. 3-4k on it) - Cooper snows in rear (3K on them) Nokians on...
• Re: I need help on my conversion.
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Mon, 2 Jun 2003 00:13:49 -0400
  ...I received my freshly > rebuilt waterboxer trans (from Daryl at AA Transaxle)with diesel bellhousing > and input shaft and proceeded to install. I did...
• Re: 14" Tire option good for winter use
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sat, 15 Oct 2016 11:55:45 -0700
  ...I've been enjoying just driving my tintop 5sp especially with it's new AA Transaxle rebuild.. lottsa miles, just because it's fun...
• Re: Is anybody still on this list?
  Historical mailing list - Brook Barbour
  Sun, 15 Mar 2015 23:53:43 -0400
  ...His father paid for the new one > ($3000 for a German Transaxle rebuild installed), and he had to sell it to > pay him back...
• 2.2 Suby Stuff etc. FS Sandy Oregon
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Thu, 19 Jun 2014 11:59:54 -0700
  ...condition, if all needed parts present, or if adaptor plate present or correct for a Vanagon transaxle, but based upon shop owners comments, my...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 19 Feb 2014 to 20 Feb 2014 - Special issue (#2014-103)
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 21 Feb 2014 00:21:38 -0500
  Most any other auto transaxle that would seem to be a good fit turns in the wrong direction. The best upgrade would be for...
• Re: Gas mileage query for bostig converts
  Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
  Fri, 17 Feb 2012 09:38:38 -0900
  ...may have > something to do with that issue.. > > Daryl of AA Transaxle > > 425-788-4070 > > "On the cutting edge of Old technology" > > 86 Syncro...
• Re: Tranny noise: 1st and 2nd. (Short AUDIO Clip)
  Historical mailing list - Angus Gordon
  Tue, 22 Dec 2009 11:24:53 -0800
  I'm no transaxle expert, but "clucking" is usually caused by chickens. Whether or not they prefer Redline I don't know. Here's...
• Re: Proper Clutch use
  Historical mailing list - Darrell Boehler
  Tue, 29 Jun 1999 08:21:14 -0500
  ...Most people change throwout and pilot bearings anytime they pull the engine or transaxle so the clutch bearings rarely give problems. I usually set...
• Re: 84 vanagon transmission problem
  Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
  Mon, 30 Apr 2001 09:09:03 -0700
  ...Good Luck Daryl of AA Transaxle Duvall, WA.(Seattle area) (425) 788-4070 1-877-377-0773 toll free http://www.aatransaxle.com (web...
• upper ball joint hell
  Historical mailing list - Robert Harris
  Sun, 31 Oct 2004 17:14:04 -0500
  ...Any suggestions? Robert Harris Ithaca, NY '84 Westy "Busaru" EJ22 PS This morning I replaced my leaky transaxle seals (there's another job that...
• Re: Westifarian
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Mon, 13 Oct 2008 16:17:44 -0700
  ...been any type of ..farian...rasta or otherwise. > >> Daryl of AA Transaxle > >> (425) 788-4070 > >> aatransaxle.com > >> 86 Syncro Westy..Happy the Camper > >> Zetec...
• Re: Borescope: Inspect Transaxle 3/4 Slider Hub?
  Historical mailing list - Patrick Seurynck
  Fri, 15 Sep 2017 18:37:57 +0000
  David, it has been a while on this one. The clutch stopped disengaging, I bled the master cylinder as well as the slave cylinder...
• Re: Noisy transaxle??
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Tue, 22 Oct 2013 08:12:12 -0700
  The input shaft bearing goes out often enough but when you are driving down the road that bearing isn't spinning and can't...
• Re: Transmission/gear lube
  Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
  Tue, 27 Aug 2013 16:05:03 -0600
  ...Transmission/gear lube > > Any suggestions on heavier transaxle lube when pulling a trailer/loaded > heavy? I just want to know if its a good...
• Re: Shift buzz
  Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
  Mon, 26 Mar 2012 16:21:06 -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: Rooftop A/C Experiences
  Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
  Fri, 13 May 2011 23:10:46 -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: 2011 Syncro de Mayo
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Thu, 20 Jan 2011 10:59:03 -0800
  ...Wasserboxer can drive without blowing a headgasket > or the distance your transaxle can withstand your new engine conversion. > > I know some smartbasses out there...
• Re: Bostig suspending AT kits
  Historical mailing list - Mike South
  Thu, 11 Mar 2010 23:00:28 -0600
  ...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: more collision damage found
  Historical mailing list - Mark A Kippert
  Tue, 20 Oct 2009 17:46:58 -0400
  ...which I have > never done to any real degree. > > So, I'm leaning towards swapping my motor, transaxle and interior to > the > parts van...
• Re: CV 12 pt tool
  Historical mailing list - Pat Dooley
  Mon, 22 Mar 1999 20:25:29 -0500
  ...It looks more like 80* to me. > > Just some stupid trivia for your Monday enjoyment...... > > -Todd Hill > VolksWerks Transaxles > Olympia, WA > 360-412-0948...
• Re: Gearbox drain plug
  Historical mailing list - Anthony Polson
  Wed, 4 Sep 2002 14:54:49 +0100
  ...Gearbox drain plug > >Aha, I'm looking at a plug that is vertically in the middle of the >transaxle >unit and faces straight down...
• Re: beware this syncro KILL THE KYLE THREADS PLEASE!
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 19 Mar 2004 12:42:01 EST
  ...whats there to beware about? the above ads seem honest, he states there is no engine or transaxle, and the price is 900 or...
• Shameless Plug (AA)
  Historical mailing list - Tabe Johnson
  Tue, 14 Nov 2006 00:25:19 -0500
  ...Tranny rebuild--> take it to AA Folks, just a shameless plug for AA Transaxle http://www.aatransaxle.com/ I delived 4 vanagon trannies to...
• Re: Anyone interested in a Seattle area GTG in May or early June?
  Historical mailing list - aatransaxle
  Fri, 16 Feb 2007 09:16:26 -0800
  Count me in...picnic at my place, but only room for about 10 vans Daryl of AA Transaxle (425) 788-4070 aatransaxle.com ----- Original...
• Re: Hard thunk at startup
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Wed, 25 Oct 2006 08:32:39 -0700
  Check your engine to transaxle fasteners. Dixie was doing that when we got her, and I found a 1/8th inch gap at the...
• Re: Fixed my Honda, Thought: Honda 2.4 I-VTEC Engine into Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 29 Jan 2012 00:15:00 -0800
  ...Following your comment above, a CCW rotating engine mounted as per the older Hondas, transaxle engaged in a forward gear, the wheels would spin...
• 2.1L Power-Up Grade
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 4 Nov 1998 19:50:13 PST
  ...European Five speed transaxle, fully rebuilt with a .70 fifth gear (At 4K it will go about 97mph, I will not go that fast...
• Re: Sad news
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Mon, 24 Feb 2014 11:43:29 -0500
  ...I look forward to getting my WBX transmission rebuilt by AA Transaxle. > > Neil. > > On 2/24/14, Loren Busch <starwagen@gmail.com> wrote: > > > > BUT...
• Re: Audi V8 in Vanagon already exists!
  Historical mailing list - Raimund Feussner
  Wed, 13 Oct 1999 18:30:40 +0200
  ...Buick V6 conversions (3.0 & 3.8), and neither of >the transaxles behind them seemed to mind the additional torque. I >suspect, however, that...
• Aircooled (DK) transmission advice.
  Historical mailing list - Martin Jagersand
  Sat, 11 Aug 2001 23:41:57 -0600
  ...AA transaxle seem to be a favorite choice among listees. I'm a bit worried that the DK won't last as long unless...
• Re: Bend, OR -- my goodness, lots of Vanagons!
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Tue, 6 May 2008 14:47:07 -0700
  German Transaxle is there too. as for a 'really good' Vanagon shop around there, let me know if you discover one. scott wwww.turbovans...
• Re: idea?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 25 Oct 2013 08:06:32 -0500
  ...verizon.net> wrote: > > > Careful how you use that space above the transaxle. It could cause a > > space restriction should you decide to remove the...
• Re: Fire Wall
  Historical mailing list - Gnarlodious
  Sat, 3 May 2014 11:37:13 -0600
  ...The job needs to be done while the transaxle is out for best results, which means you order the truck go come and do...