Wait for more favorable weather/conditions and don't tempt murphy's law, working in those conditions should be on a must do basis not a can't wait.  If it were your only ride I could see though....
 
 
 
> Date: Tue, 21 Dec 2010 22:23:07 -0500
> From: phishman068@GMAIL.COM
> Subject: Syncro Transmission Removal Advice?
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> 
> So I'm pulling the transmission to see if I can't find the problem with the
> clutch and while I love to just get in there and get my hands dirty, I like
> to ask sages for advice first.
> So, any advice?
> 
> I've got the bars off, the driveshaft off, the shifter disconnected, the
> ground strap off, and the CV bolt heads cleaned. First thing on the list is
> removal of the CV's. I presume that really just leaves (aside from the
> engine to transmission bolts), the Clutch Slave, the coolant pipes, and the
> starter.
> 
> Clutch Slave- Leave in place and disconnect the line? Or remove. If so,
> tricks?
> 
> Coolant pipe- I don't need to remove any hoses or drain any coolant right?
> Just unbolt it.
> 
> Starter- Last. Do it with the transmission lowered a few inches.
> 
> It is worth noting that it is quite cold outside, and there is a good amount
> of snow surrounding the bus. I also have the grave inconvenience of having
> to have one hand far too overly well bundled which burdens dexterity. This
> is being performed on a deep bed of loose gravel, with floor jack with
> wheels that insist upon simply sinking into the gravel.
> But I like to say, when life gives you lemons..... find some rum.
> I've got rum. Soo, the situation can't be that bad.
> 
> Advice?
> 
> -Craig
> '87 SUNROOF Syncro
> '85 GL turned WESTY
> BOSTIG in the back