That stuff is a standard for my rebuilds...
Resurface and even up the crosshaft as well, so no worries Paul.
Daryl of AA Transaxle
(425) 788-4070
aatransaxle.com
----- Original Message -----
From: "neil N" <musomuso@GMAIL.COM>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Sunday, June 08, 2008 10:04 AM
Subject: Re: transaxle being rebuilt

> Check input shaft seal and small-ish dome shaped seal inside each
> flange on tranny, (where inboard CV bolts to) inspect cross shaft for
> play/wear, (especially bushings on Driverside end..... make sure the
> bolt holding these bushings in position is doing its' job) if ok add
> some grease to both ends of cross shaft, inspect throwout bearing
> tube, (not loose or excessively worn.... add a little grease to it
> when putting things together) throw out bearing, (turns easily, but
> doesn't spin too long and/or have excessive play) make sure throw out
> bearing is installed correctly.
>
> Cheers,
>
> Neil.
>
> On Sun, Jun 8, 2008 at 9:43 AM, Polly <wognacious@gmail.com> wrote:
>> Just fishing for suggestions on maintenance stuff while the transaxle is
>> out. Already doing CV joints, starter and boots. What else?
>> TIA,
>> Paul
>>
>
>
>
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