Cary,

Auto transaxle complete: ~200 lbs. (225 lbs in a crate).

Sitting is the worst thing for an auto tranny.  Lots of seals and rubber
type parts that get hard and crack.  Be careful.

Cheers,

Jeff
www.vanagonparts.com

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM]On Behalf Of
Cary Chiang
Sent: Thursday, October 13, 2005 1:27 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Two Automatic Transmission Questions

Hi Folks:
I need the following info, and informed opinion.

(1)What is the approximate shipping weight of a Vanagon automatic
transmission, with final drive assembly?

(2)If such a transmission was in good working order, and was stored
away in a garage for four years , is it more likely that:  (A) it
would still be in good working order when installed in a van, after
a fluid/filter change, or  (B) it would more than likely NOT be
functional, and would need a rebuild due to sticky valves, hard
seals, etc.?

As always, thanks in advance!

Cary