Unnecessary FUD.

It is simple to check the amount of suspension extension with syncro shocks on 2wd van and if one is concerned that it is too much, install a strap to limit travel.

No need to stay on the smooth roads.

alistair

On 2011-12-11, at 6:02 AM, Dennis Haynes wrote:

> The shock is the power suspension stop. The Syncro shocks are longer. This
> increased travel means that when the wheel drops the axle shafts now get
> over extended and the rear springs can become loose and pop out. Keep to the
> smooth roads.
> 
> Dennis
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
> Mike
> Sent: Saturday, December 10, 2011 12:51 PM
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> Subject: Re: Rear Shocks, syncro vs 2wd
> 
> I installed syncro rear shocks on my 2WD '84 Vanagon, and never had a single
> problem of any kind after years of use.
> He may want them in this case for the increased range of travel.
> 
> Mike B.
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: craig cowan
> Sent: Saturday, December 10, 2011 11:28 AM
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> Subject: Rear Shocks, syncro vs 2wd
> 
> A member of our Pittsburgh Vanagon club needs new rear shocks. He knows he
> has some kind of lift springs and believes now that they are syncro rear
> springs. He purchased 2wd factory shocks but is now concerned that syncro
> shocks are what he needs and that they're different.
> 
> Any thoughts?
> 
> Thanks.
> 
> -Craig
> '87 SUNROOF Synco Westy Zetec
> '90 GL "New Bus"
> '85 GL about to head to pasture
> 
> 
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