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Re: valve body pictures- This is different from the Bentley
Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
Tue, 26 Dec 2006 15:47:53 -0800
...Darryl at AA Transaxle could probably have better information. -- Jim Thompson 84 Westfalia 2.1 "Ole Putt" 73 K Ghia Coupe "Denise" 72 411...
Re: 82 vanagon tranny output shaft
Historical mailing list - Bob Donalds
Thu, 26 Apr 2007 15:21:50 -0400
...They work > fine till the collar moves too much and when you go into reverse, then the > shafts can separate. > Daryl of AA Transaxle...
Re: Tranny oil cooler,(homemade kit?)
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Fri, 24 Feb 2012 11:28:49 -0500
...a cooler. > > Link: <http://www.weidefamily.net/vanagon/> > > Chick-on Transaxle then Transaxle R/R. Nice photo essay on the install. > > Pz > on a...
86 Syncro GL $3500 -San Jose, CA
Historical mailing list - Ken wallich
Mon, 9 Oct 2000 12:44:13 -0700
...If you just bought her, tore off the tires, shocks, and transaxle, you'd be doing pretty well at $3500. Send me email if...
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
...Which automatic transaxle (A/T) has the best chance of life I dropped the A/T pan and found about a 1/4 cup...
Re: grease on axek
Historical mailing list - David McNeely
Mon, 2 Oct 2023 07:29:03 -0700
...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: steering wheel
Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
Fri, 2 Mar 2012 16:51:18 -0800
...not 17 Daryl of AA Transaxle 425-788-4070 "On the cutting edge of Old technology" 86 Syncro Westy w/Turbo Zetec in the...
Re: FS: 5 Speed Diesel Tranny
Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
Sat, 23 Jan 2010 19:04:02 -0800
...is ..........( since I think the ad said 80 to 82 >>> vanagon transaxle ) .... >>> is it a DK, >>> or is it an 82 diesel 4 speed...
Re: Vanagon Wrecks & Insurance
Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
Tue, 15 Dec 2009 11:56:54 -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...
Re: Fw: Oil Advise
Historical mailing list - EMZ
Sun, 7 Mar 1999 02:28:25 -0500
...to which one of their > > products I should use in my transaxle (84). > > > > -----Original Message----- > > From: Mobil Oil Corporation <mobil@ourdataworks.com> > > To: Jason...
Re: Syncro Differential Lock-reply
Historical mailing list - Todd Hill
Mon, 8 Mar 1999 20:07:13 EST
...to have something and not need it rather than need something and not have it. -Todd Hill VolksWerks Transaxles Olympia, WA 360-412-0948
Re: Report on the cause of death, my 1.9 TD Vanagon
Historical mailing list - Steve Schwenk
Mon, 12 Jul 1999 20:55:24 -0700
I need to get my transaxle oil analyzed to find out what the silver sheen in it is...definitively...anyone know where I can...
Re: Diff lock in a 2wd
Historical mailing list - Todd Last
Thu, 6 Mar 2003 21:07:21 -0800
...You can use the housing > from a Syncro transaxle, or what I did, is have a block > welded on to the side of the...
Re: CV Joint Dog Bone Question Years
Historical mailing list - Jonce Fancher
Wed, 9 Mar 2005 19:15:24 -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: Bostig Zetec kit...WOW...
Historical mailing list - Joel VanderKwaak
Wed, 11 Oct 2006 16:57:15 -0700
...heartbeat...I gotta > drive > one...man o man... > Daryl of AA Transaxle > Duvall, WA. (Seattle area) > 425-788-4070 > aatransaxle.com > 86 Syncro Westy...
Re: Crunchy Clutch Pedal Feel - intermittant
Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
Tue, 15 Apr 2008 16:35:23 -0700
...the issue? Do I rip out > the dash, or drop the transaxle (again)? > > Grazzi, > -R > -- Jake 1984 Vanagon GL 1986 Westy Weekender "Dixie" Crescent...
Re: Redline MT90
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Fri, 1 Apr 2016 18:17:02 -0500
...Transaxle swears by, > and will only warranty their trans if run on that. > Expensive ...12 bucks a qt easily. > Worked fine in the transaxles...
Re: Anyone shipped an auto trans?
Historical mailing list - Anthony Hecht
Thu, 13 Mar 2003 00:48:39 -0500
...According to Daryl's (sp?) info on shipping at the AA Transaxle web site, "A Vanagon trans weighing 100 Lbs costs about $90 to...
Re: sounds of doomed tranny?
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Mon, 17 Mar 2003 18:16:15 -0600
...Others may have better advice, but with 134 > miles on > >> the > >> transaxle you might need a rebuild or new tranny. Mine was > replaced > >> by...
Re: 2wd Limited Slip
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Wed, 23 Mar 2011 07:48:03 -0500
...a snowy hill with easy gentle throttle control. > > Daryl of AA Transaxle > 425-788-4070 > "On the cutting edge of Old technology" > 86 Syncro...
Re: Considering an engine swap for the past decade, but WBX just keeps going
Historical mailing list - Todd P Last
Sun, 30 Nov 2014 13:44:02 -0800
...or even a replacement. > I've never had it or the transaxle out of the vehicle in the decade I've > owned it, and...
Re: Sad Bus
Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
Wed, 9 Jul 2003 13:50:19 -0400
...I need to also state that I have a Syncro, and the front transaxle mounts are not the same as a 2Wheel drive. Eric...
Re: Suckers beware: Re: Interesting item on eBay web site item# 2467602
Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
Wed, 17 Mar 2004 19:45:42 -0600
...He's =20 >obviously hoping some sucker won't read it. > >does not include an=A0engine assembly=A0or transaxle > >EXACTLY, I spoke to him...
Fw: Tranny Linkage Boots, etc. no 1st gear
Historical mailing list - B Feddish
Tue, 3 May 2011 21:11:43 -0400
...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: Draining motor
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Fri, 12 Jan 2007 13:52:16 -0600
...2? Are we talking ice cream bucket or kid's wading pool? > Also should you drain the transaxle before yanking it as well? > > Nathaniel >
Re: Backup light switch malfunction - blinking backup lights when shifting
Historical mailing list - aatransaxle
Sun, 9 Nov 2008 23:16:15 -0800
Yours is a bad switch Max...His may be as well...(not quite stumped ..yet...) Daryl of AA Transaxle (425) 788-4070 aatransaxle.com...
Re: Short shift for 5 speed
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Fri, 29 Jun 2012 12:27:02 -0700
...That's a 5 speed, ( or even 6 speed ) subaru transaxle with a reversed Ring & Pinion installed in it. There are a few vanagons...
Re: Short shift for 5 speed
Historical mailing list - mark drillock
Fri, 29 Jun 2012 14:02:50 -0700
...particularily with a subaru engine. >> That's a 5 speed, ( or even 6 speed ) subaru transaxle with a reversed >> Ring & Pinion installed in it. >
Re: Turnkey Proposal Rocky Mountain Westy
Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
Thu, 24 May 2012 18:49:18 -0700
...the price by a fair amount I think Daryl of AA Transaxle 425-788-4070 "On the cutting edge of Old technology" 86 Syncro...
Re: Snap On 17mm 21mm trans wrench $1
Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
Tue, 2 Mar 2010 08:50:52 -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...
Re: '88 Westy Transmission Repair $2500?
Historical mailing list - Don in North Carolina
Fri, 27 May 2005 15:59:21 -0400
...Drain the transaxle, remove the pan, replace the filter and adjust the second gear brake band, reassemble and refill with Redline D4 ATF. While...
happenings with home engine repair: burnt oil smell at front seal
Historical mailing list - Brian Cochran
Fri, 23 Feb 2001 20:54:55 -0800
...burnt oil smell. Any thoughts anybody???? As for the other side.... transaxle...another thread.... Brian Cochran _________________________________________________________________ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at...
1st gear shifting problem
Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
Wed, 17 Oct 2001 09:28:53 -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...
Re: new tranny growls
Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
Tue, 16 Nov 2004 09:40:31 -0800
...Daryl of AA Transaxle Duvall, WA. (Seattle area) 1-877-377-0773 toll free 425-788-4070 aatransaxle.com ----- Original Message ----- From: "Warren Lail...
Re: should I get a new transmission?
Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
Wed, 25 Aug 2004 16:28:05 -0700
...Daryl of AA Transaxle Duvall, WA. (Seattle area) 1-877-377-0773 toll free 425-788-4070 aatransaxle.com ----- Original Message ----- From: "Daniel Brideau...
Re: Vanagon Wrecks & Insurance
Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
Tue, 15 Dec 2009 22:29:09 -0700
...think than just hoping Farmers would pay what its worth. > > Daryl of AA Transaxle > 425-788-4070 > "On the cutting edge of old technology" > >
Re: eBay ship to US only - why
Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
Fri, 5 Aug 2005 17:53:25 -0700
...Anyone else ever heard that???? Daryl of AA Transaxle ----- Original Message ----- From: "The Bus Depot" <vanagon@BUSDEPOT.COM> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent...
Re: serial hybrid conversion?
Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
Fri, 18 Nov 2005 16:13:32 -0500
on a related note, if you have a high torque low rpm electric motor, you could always hook the motor to the transaxle and...
Re: Tranny rebuild--> take it to AA
Historical mailing list - Matt Barclay
Tue, 14 Nov 2006 09:41:09 -0800
...Cheers, Matt On 11/13/06, Matthew <mpteleski@yahoo.com> wrote: > Folks, > just a shameless plug for AA Transaxle > > http://www.aatransaxle.com/ > > I...
Re: Aircooled transmissions better?
Historical mailing list - aatransaxle
Fri, 12 Sep 2008 08:57:15 -0700
...Daryl of AA Transaxle (425) 788-4070 aatransaxle.com 86 Syncro Westy..Happy the Camper Zetec in the trunk ----- Original Message ----- From: "Gerry Lepage...
Re: MT Transmission Gasket Set Install Question
Historical mailing list - Ben Cichowski
Fri, 9 May 2008 09:56:16 -0500
Thanks Daryl, I was hoping you would hop in on this post, being the master of all things transaxle and all. So NO need...
Re: Popping out of 4th gear!!
Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
Tue, 24 Jan 2012 23:02:58 -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: Dumb differential question
Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
Tue, 1 Dec 2009 11:47:18 -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...
Re: Where can I buy Redline synthetic manual transmission fluid
Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
Sun, 29 Nov 2009 09:50:52 -0600
...which and they >>> have a list of vendors >>> >>> Daryl of AA Transaxle >>> 425-788-4070 >>> "On the cutting edge of old technology" >>> >>> >>> -----Original Message...
Re: Chris W stranded in Sante Fe
Historical mailing list - Todd Hill
Wed, 16 Sep 1998 04:07:26 EDT
...Sorry Bud! Like they say timing is everything! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Todd Hill VolksWerks Transaxles Olympia, WA
Re: Selling of 1986 Vanagon Synchro
Historical mailing list
Sun, 19 Sep 1999 09:45:02 -0700
...It also puts an undue stress on the entire drive train and will ruin the transaxle. i'm speaking from experience. "Eric Thomas Smith...
Re: oil change/filter
Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
Sat, 12 Feb 2000 05:12:32 -0800
...I finally got them to >tell me that they had drained the transaxle instead of the engine, and >couldn't figure out how to...
Re: locking rear diff on 2WD van or Limited Slip?
Historical mailing list - Smola, Tony
Wed, 12 Dec 2001 20:54:07 -0600
...Positrack- like the General Lee :-) is not an option with our transaxles. To put a diff lock, you would need a syncro case and...
Re: 2WD 5-speed transmissions
Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
Tue, 3 Jun 2008 12:43:25 -0700
There is an excellent chart of VW Vanagon transaxle gear ratios at Jeff's website under 'Technical Information' > 'Tranmission' > 'ID & Gear Ratios' http://www...
Re: Rebuilding Man. Tranny-Questions regarding taller gears??
Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
Sun, 22 Feb 2004 20:38:09 -0800
...Daryl of AA Transaxle Duvall, WA. (Seattle area) 1-877-377-0773 toll free 425-788-4070 aatransaxle.com ----- Original Message ----- From: "John Rodgers...
Re: Turbo for Vanagons?
Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
Tue, 4 Jan 2011 22:07:32 -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: 4 speed/5 speed shifter
Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
Wed, 19 May 2010 14:46:39 -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: Zetec Install Pics
Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
Tue, 19 Jan 2010 18:36:45 -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...
Last Call: For My 87 Tiico syncro before I part it out
Historical mailing list - Ki
Mon, 17 Nov 2003 16:25:16 -0800
...Tiico engine with all mounting hardware, headers, exhaust-- $2950 Transmission -- 1500.00 Front Differential --?? make offer Transaxle --?? make offer All other parts Let me...
Re: I need a trailer hitch
Historical mailing list - Don in North Carolina
Fri, 24 Jun 2005 16:55:53 -0400
...The above are the limits for a stock van, with all systems (brakes, transaxle and engine) in good repair. The only high capacity trailer...
Re: Peloquin experience?
Historical mailing list - --------
Fri, 16 Nov 2007 13:41:49 -0500
...is that most of us..just want one > Daryl of AA Transaxle > (425) 788-4070 > aatransaxle.com > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Lee Peterson" <iridewheelies@GMAIL...
Re: no power to tranny??
Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
Mon, 12 Jul 2010 09:12:41 -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: Reverse Gear Problem - 4 speed manual
Historical mailing list - aatransaxle
Mon, 31 Aug 2009 18:47:52 -0700
...Daryl of AA Transaxle (425) 788-4070 aatransaxle.com 86 Syncro Westy Zetec in the trunk ----- Original Message ----- From: "Evans Waldron" <ewald51476@CHARTER.NET...
Syncro Springs On My 2WD 84' Westy
Historical mailing list - David Wilhite
Mon, 21 Jun 2004 16:18:05 -0500
...While checking the transaxle fluid the other day, I noticed that one of my CV boots have gone bad. That makes two going bad...
Re: Favorite Mods
Historical mailing list - Tom Salicos
Sat, 13 Aug 2005 08:15:02 -0700
...Subaru EG-33 flat six with new seals, timing belt, etc Rebuilt tranny by AA TransAxle, with taller fourth gear New KEP Stage 2...