1.  get rid of vibrations he got sick of.
2.  viscous coupling binding in tight turns when very warmed up.
3.   see number one again ..vibrations.
4. worn out driveshaft

You are not aware that syncro's commonly have vibration issues associated
with the drivetrain ?
It's chronic.

I assume you mean remove the Driveshaft.
you can't remove the two front axles..
the bearings in the hubs depend on the stub axles, part of the front axles,
being there.

yeah Peter, I don't know if you are new to Syncro's ..but believe me..
they are their own whole set of special problems !

also ..you'll find 'they like money' ..some times they like money a lot .

Congrats on your fine new rig.
May it not eat you out of house and home.

Scott
www.turbovans.com

----- Original Message -----
From: "A PETER MARSH" <apetermarsh@MAC.COM>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Thursday, July 21, 2011 3:32 PM
Subject: What would make you disconnect your front axle on your Syncro?

> Syncro Listers,
>
> Challenges with 86 Syncro
>
> Transmission is out (STUCK in 2nd gear) and an investigation is about to
> commence.
>
> Stranger still is why the PO would disconnect the front axle.
>
> What reasons can you think of that might cause an owner to do this?
>
> Thanks again
>
> Peter Marsh
> Naples