Hi dave, welcome to the list!

DaveC wrote:

> Hello,
> I'm new the list. Don't own a Vanagon (yet).
>
> I'm looking for a Synchro, and I have a few questions:

First lesson,. its Syncro without "H"

>
>
> 1. Did the Synchro come only with a 5-speed transmission (no automatics)?

1. Yes, only the 4+G tranny. It is in effect a 4-speed with the low granny
gear.

>
>
> 2. Are all double-cab Synchros diesel?

2. No, gas available too.

>
>
> 3. Were there any double-cab Synchros sold (new or used) in the U.S.?
>
> 4. What's involved in importing a used double-cab Synchro from
> Canada? Is it possible?

3+4. I dunno, I don't live there.

>
> I read an article years ago in "VW & Porsche" (now "European Car")
> about some guy who imported one and put a Porsche 6-cylinder engine
> in it ( not that I'm interested in doing *that*...)

Yes, that is MSDS http://www.msdsinc.com but this is not advisable as the
tranny will not be able to take the power and torque of the Porsche engine :-(

PerL
87 Syncro 112i