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  • [Syncro] HELP - Ft Nelson, BC, Canada (fwd)
    Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
    Thu, 11 Jul 2002 10:31:47 -0700
    ...Syncro@yahoogroups.com Subject: [Syncro] HELP - Ft Nelson, BC, Canada My Syncro just quit running. The Coil is OK, but there is no voltage...
  • Syncronaut??
    Historical mailing list - JohnB Mtl
    Wed, 25 Mar 1998 20:00:33 EST
    ...Welcome! Do you own a Vanagon Syncro (making you a Syncronaut) ? Regards, Jim Davis>> Sorry but I don't. I own a Eurovan Westfalia...
  • Dual fuel tanks
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Wed, 27 Feb 2002 19:56:37 +1200
    >The syncro tank would fit, if you lowered the engine/tranny as it is stock >in Syncros. The space above the tranny is too...
  • Re: Syncro speedo is different?
    Historical mailing list - Doug in CA
    Sat, 10 Apr 2004 01:50:18 -0700
    Ben, will it connect up? What percentage is off? Will it read higher or lower with a 2wd speedo in the syncro. Thanks, Doug...
  • Re: impending winter maintenance (Syncro Tire Pressure)
    Historical mailing list - David Bogle / Architecture
    Fri, 11 Sep 1998 11:26:17 -0400
    ...You are the second listmember to say 40 psi for rear of the syncro. My Bentley manual says Front 2.5 bar (36 psi...
  • Syncro Photos
    Historical mailing list - Steve Schwenk
    Mon, 15 May 2000 13:28:01 -0700
    The Syncro Photo page has been updated. Please submit any photos or links you would like listed. I have added Peter Seikel's racing...
  • Re: syncros
    Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
    Wed, 20 Jun 2001 23:59:40 -0700
    ...syncros > How many people on this list own syncros? Doesn't seem like many because > it is hard as hell to get help from...
  • Syncro whine on deceleration???
    Historical mailing list - Gregg Scharff
    Tue, 7 Apr 1998 10:21:31 -0400
    A friend is looking at '87 Syncro which has a whining noise on deceleration, coming from the front differential area. I have heard warnings...
  • Re: Carat Syncro or Syncro Carat?
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 30 Aug 1999 22:54:50 EDT
    In a message dated 99-08-30 21:44:13 EDT, virtual-angst@HOME.COM writes: << Was the Carat ever available with a Syncro...
  • Re: [syncro.org] Who is this van
    Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
    Thu, 20 Dec 2007 15:08:46 -0800
    On 12/20/07, B Monk <greenwesty@yahoo.com> wrote: > > > *I have seen a white Syncro with the plate from CA* > *reads COYOTE is...
  • Syncro Upper Control Arm Bushing Replacment
    Historical mailing list - --------
    Tue, 8 Jan 2008 09:07:00 -0500
    Anyone know if the Upper Control Arm Bushings are Welded in on a Syncro? Any unusual problem with this same project but on a...
  • Re: wtb: PS intermediate shaft for Syncro ALSO wtb AC brackets - note to MD
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Wed, 13 Jan 2010 14:32:27 -0800
    ...PS intermediate shaft for Syncro ALSO wtb AC brackets for 2.1 > The Syncro steering shaft is shorter, as Ben knows, that is why...
  • Re: T3 syncro production
    Historical mailing list - Simon Glen
    Fri, 12 Jan 2001 17:44:37 +1000
    ...I personally would not tackle the job of converting a non-syncro to a syncro. I have the expertise to remove and rebuild an...
  • Re: FS: '91 Syncro Westy
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Tue, 17 May 2005 21:20:29 -0500
    > http://tinyurl.com/9ovsc > That's the url to that Syncro at autotrader.... whew! $$$ > http://hochmotors.tripod.com/inventory.htm > GOLD $6,995. > 116...
  • Re: [Syncro] Re: [syncro.org] Who is this van
    Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
    Thu, 24 Apr 2008 09:12:35 -0700
    ...I recently sold my syncro to a wonderful > sailor from Connecticut. > > coyote > > �������������������� > ron lussier glassdoor.com > ron@glassdoor.com 3 harbor drive suite 101...
  • Re: Disadvantages of syncros AND syncro question
    Historical mailing list - Dr. Rainer Woitok
    Tue, 8 Dec 1998 10:28:07 +0100
    ...The two Syncros I've owned so far didn't show this problem. Maybe, that's peculiar to just your Syncro's tranny rather...
  • Syncro Testing & Syncro Page
    Historical mailing list - Steve
    Mon, 21 Feb 2000 11:09:05 -0800
    The syncro testing weekend at Hollister Hills will now take place in April. Betts is producing two sets of prototype rear springs for us...
  • RE: 87 Syncro - Manual
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 15 Mar 1996 12:06:00 -0400 (EDT)
    ...87 Syncro - Manual |Date: Friday, March 15, 1996 10:19AM | |<<File Attachment: 00000000.TXT>> |What is the best manual for a 87 Syncro? Price...
  • Searching for the Syncro Logos
    Historical mailing list - Anthony Egeln
    Fri, 17 Feb 2012 09:12:42 -0800
    Does anyone have the Syncro and the 4x4 logos on a pdf or jpg file? I really thought I had this artwork, but can...
  • Viscous Coupling, when it goes out, what signs.
    Historical mailing list - Modl6971
    Mon, 11 May 1998 02:12:08 EDT
    I've have noticed that my syncro doesn't grind its tires like other syncros do when making sharp turns in parking lots. I...
  • Rebuilding a Syncro Transmission
    Historical mailing list - John Hansen
    Fri, 16 Mar 2007 16:14:37 -0500
    My shop is in the process beginning stages of rebuilding my syncro transmission. I think the challenge is more than they expected, parts wise...
  • Re: Collision Averted
    Historical mailing list - Aristotle Sagan
    Tue, 12 Jun 2007 14:45:17 -0700
    ...tim On 6/12/07, BenT Syncro <syncro@gmail.com> wrote: > > > > On 6/12/07, BenT Syncro <syncro@gmail.com> wrote: > > > > > > dislexic. > > > > Whoops.... "Y...
  • Re: Re[5]: SYNCRO - Different lands
    Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
    Thu, 21 Oct 1999 14:35:26 -0700
    ...SYNCRO > > > > > > I just read your post regarding Syncro 16s. I would like to ask > > a favour: > > > > I have just accepted a job with the...
  • Re: Installing Golf/Jetta/Fox Speedo in a Syncro w/ Oil Pressure Buzzer
    Historical mailing list - dylan
    Fri, 23 Jul 2010 05:45:01 -0700
    Having to import a part from Germany to make a junkyard pick work doesn't resonate with me when good used and rebuilt Syncro...
  • Re: [Syncro] aux. battery wiring and ACR issues
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Sun, 6 Jan 2013 14:26:53 -0800
    ...Text-Only > <mailto:Syncro-traditional@yahoogroups.com?subject=Change%20Delivery%20Format:%20Traditional>, > Daily Digest > <mailto:Syncro-digest@yahoogroups.com?subject=Email%20Delivery:%20Digest> > . Unsubscribe...
  • 87 Syncro - Manual
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 15 Mar 1996 10:18:23 -0500
    What is the best manual for a 87 Syncro? Price? Jim Hager 87 Syncro 79 Rabbit 83 Subaru (this is the best 4 x...
  • Wanted: left muffler holding bracket for '87 syncro
    Historical mailing list - Tom L. Neal
    Mon, 3 May 1999 21:03:13 -0700
    Per earlier heads-up post (thanks)....anyone have a left syncro muffler bracket? Has four holes for sideways bolts. Thanks, Tom Neal '87 syncro
  • Re: 3 broken studs at exaust ports on 86 syncro HELLPPP!!!!
    Historical mailing list - Benny boy
    Tue, 26 Apr 2005 19:03:20 -0400
    Easy way: http://www.benplace.com/syncro/syncro29.jpg Hard Way: Jim Way... drill you're way there slowly.... Cheers, Ben
  • Re: Strange location for a fuel filler?
    Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
    Sat, 4 Feb 2006 16:39:50 -0500
    Curiously, that's about the fuel filler location on Syncro Dokas. Kim Brennan 86 Syncro. 91 Westy Syncro. 90 Tristar Vienna VA. Sugar Grove...
  • Syncro speedo is different?
    Historical mailing list - Doug in CA
    Fri, 9 Apr 2004 20:04:32 -0700
    My 87 speedo in my syncro is also kaput. I was planning on using the one from a 90 or my 87 parts van...
  • Re: [Syncro] Oil pressure switch
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Tue, 28 Mar 2006 19:23:19 -0500
    ...Syncro@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Syncro@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of knifepack Sent: Tuesday, March 28, 2006 12:06 PM To: Syncro@yahoogroups.com Subject...
  • Re: Syncro transplant?
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
    Wed, 9 Dec 2009 09:19:47 -0800
    For a blow-by-blow: � http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=349105&highlight=syncro+conversion� --- On Tue, 12/8/09, Mark...
  • Syncro speedometers...
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 28 Apr 1997 19:51:00 -0700
    ...I would not mind one for my syncro. I have a regular Vanagon speedo, but the cable on the Syncro turns at twice the...
  • Re: Do people see msgs like this?
    Historical mailing list - Jeanne Maly
    Tue, 25 Apr 2000 18:44:31 -0700
    ...I > > LOVE IT!!!! > > > > Works great! '89 Syncro Westie. I LOVE IT!!!! > > NT SIZE=2 FACE="Arial">Works great! '89 Syncro Westie. I LOVE IT...
  • Re: Can You make a syncro?
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Mon, 13 Mar 2006 10:27:19 -0500
    7 passenger Syncros are low enough in value that it is not worht the effort to convert a 2wd to a Syncro. Only the...
  • VW Westfalias,or Syncro vans
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 14 Feb 1997 08:07:10 PST
    Dear listmembers; HAVE MONEY, WILL TRAVEL,WANT TO BUY 85 THRU 91 VW WESTFALIA'S , SYNCRO OR OTHERWISE,AND VW VANS ,86& UP WITH...
  • '86 VS. '87 Syncro
    Historical mailing list - Kevin Justice
    Wed, 10 Feb 1999 09:44:14 -0500
    It seems that the '87 Syncros are the most prevalent (of the Syncros) on this list, is there a reson for this? I am...
  • '86 Syncro FS in SF Bay Area
    Historical mailing list - Philippe Oudot
    Mon, 5 Jul 1999 08:07:38 +0200
    ...Maybe someone in this area might be interested : "VW '86 Syncro wgn cln rblt head nu clth $3100/obo 650-483-7926" Automotive Automobiles...
  • Dual Syncro Fuel Tanks & Skid Plate
    Historical mailing list - Steve Schwenk
    Sun, 7 May 2000 21:03:24 -0700
    The 100th entry to the syncro registry was posted today, and it registers a '91 syncro westy with 41,000 miles, dual fuel tanks...
  • Re: [Syncro] 89 Syncro driveshaft detached
    Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
    Tue, 24 Apr 2001 04:25:52 EDT
    Mick, I had a similar problem driving my Syncro. Fortunately, I discovered then coming loose before they completely came apart. After making several inquiries...
  • Re: Syncro gas tank in a 2WD?
    Historical mailing list - Ben T
    Tue, 13 May 2003 14:14:40 EDT
    ...and DON'T let anyone tell you you > can't cut &weld gas tanks! Andrew, Syncro gas tanks are plastic. Welding one is a...
  • PARTS SALE! 10% off for the next 7 days (www.SyncroWesty.com)
    Historical mailing list - Cory Zumbrennen
    Thu, 18 May 2006 11:47:52 -0400
    For the next 7 days, before a nice long road trip, I am discounting all the new and used Vanagon/Syncro/Subaru/Westfalia parts...
  • Re: Who syncro-knows it all?
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 5 Sep 2006 01:13:20 EDT
    ...to > Syncro, assuming I have a complete donor vehicle for swapping? I really > its easier to install the wolfsburg interior into a syncro pasenger...
  • Re: Should I Buy Syncro? '89?
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 15 May 1996 12:44:58 -0400
    ...An 89 would be a very good choice in the Syncro. In 1990 & 1991 I believe they only made the Syncro in two models...
  • the lure of the Syncro
    Historical mailing list - David E Most
    Sun, 4 May 1997 11:55:04 -0400
    I've got a lead on an '87 syncro w/113K westy (base camper - fridge, poptop). (I haven't seen this yet.....was this...
  • Re: fill up overfill
    Historical mailing list - EMZ
    Thu, 24 Sep 1998 07:22:40 -0400
    ...However, the non-Syncros were full > within one-half gallon when the automatic shutoff was reached. The Syncro, > on the other hand, can be...
  • Re: ECU: 022D vs 022X vs 022DX ??
    Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
    Thu, 10 Nov 2005 09:34:39 -0800
    --- "Warner, Jeffrey (Jeff) S (J6C)" <Jeff.Warner@DLA.MIL> wrote: > I always thought it was specifically for the Syncro but now > I see here...
  • AW: Sahara Syncro
    Historical mailing list - Thomas Niksch
    Sat, 18 Oct 1997 11:15:31 UT
    Sahara Syncro Hi there. I an using Hubbies logon and saw the pictures that you sent in to a web site of the "Sahara...
  • Fwd: 2 Syncro Westfalias FOR IMMEDIATE SALE
    Historical mailing list
    Sun, 11 May 1997 03:15:43 -0400 (EDT)
    ...Regards, Jim Davis 87 GL Syncro 88 GL Wolfsburg --------------------- Forwarded message: >From: synkro@best.com (Jan Peters) To: SyncroHead@aol.com ('SyncroHead@aol.com...
  • Syncro de Mayo 2003: Este MAY 29 - JUN 1, 2003
    Historical mailing list - Forhan, Thomas
    Fri, 20 Dec 2002 09:23:41 -0500
    It looks like we are going to have three outstanding syncro events next May under the Syncro de Mayo theme. The 2003 Syncro de...
  • Re: [Syncro] Re: [SyncroSafari] Custom Syncro Springs, Rear
    Historical mailing list - Buettner, Peter
    Fri, 14 Jan 2000 07:35:23 -0800
    ...drillock@earthlink.net; syncro list; vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Re: [Syncro] Re: [SyncroSafari] Custom Syncro Springs, Rear From: Steve <Steve@Schwenk-Law.com...
  • Re: Needed: line drawing of syncro
    Historical mailing list - Steve Lashley
    Fri, 28 Dec 2001 13:32:11 EST
    In a message dated 12/28/01 11:49:36 AM, steve@SYNCRO.ORG writes: << David Kelly is creating a logo for the 2002...
  • Re: Schvenk, Chains, OME/syncro.org shocks
    Historical mailing list - Don in North Carolina
    Tue, 12 Oct 2004 22:25:35 -0400
    ...Schvenk, Chains, OME/syncro.org shocks > SNIP < > So who uses chains on their vanagon, on the tires I mean. I have a syncro > and...
  • Re: FREE trailer hitch: Syncro(LVC)
    Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
    Tue, 7 Jun 2005 09:11:05 -0800
    ...Westyman <syncrowestytd@MINDSPRING.COM> Date: Monday, June 6, 2005 9:19 pm Subject: FREE trailer hitch: Syncro > Heavy duty trailer hitch, looks like it...
  • Addition to www.syncro.org
    Historical mailing list - Steve Schwenk
    Sat, 6 May 2000 22:21:41 -0700
    I've added a "Travel Resources" page to syncro page...in appreciation of those who made contributions toward the purchase of the URL. steve...
  • Re: [Syncro] Syncro lower control arm bushing tips?
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Thu, 26 Aug 2004 23:08:54 -0400
    ...Syncro@yahoogroups.com; Vanagon Mailing List Subject: [Syncro] Syncro lower control arm bushing tips? So, my hand was called. I've been sitting on...
  • Re: Cur side classics article about syncro
    Historical mailing list - Craig Cowan
    Fri, 27 Sep 2013 10:58:36 -0400
    ...Why own just one? -craig '87 syncro '87 syncro '87 2wd On Sep 27, 2013, at 10:16 AM, Dake Collins <wuwe423@YAHOO.COM...
  • Re: Syncro 16 and Tristar for sale in US
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 21 Oct 1999 01:03:06 EDT
    ...Basically a truck that you dont want to use as a truck :<) Syncro 16" = european model syncros that came with 16" steel wheels, instead...
  • Re: '87 syncro for 20k. Is this normal?
    Historical mailing list - Budd Premack
    Fri, 4 Jun 1999 01:44:59 -0500
    20K for an 87 Syncro is ridiculous! See my post last weekend about an 87 Syncro in the Minneapolis Tribune in very nice shape...
  • Re: 16" Transmission Codes
    Historical mailing list - Harald from Austria
    Sun, 28 Jul 2002 07:27:23 -0400
    Here you can see all syncro transmission codes (even from prototypes!): http://www.t3-forum.de/user/harald23/Transmission_code-syncro.JPG Harald Graz...