Well, the Van is a new to me one
and I have only owned it for about a month.

The trans was making a little bit of noise;
nothing too bad.
No vibration though?

So, mostly, so I didn't have to check the level of the oil,
I just changed it.  ;o)

I usually do this when I get a new one
just as a part of my catch up program on maintenance.

thanks,
John

On Mon, Sep 9, 2013 at 4:59 AM, Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@hotmail.com>wrote:

> Why did you change the gear oil? Planned maintenance or was there some
> symptom developing that you were trying to fix with new fluid.
>
> Dennis
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
> John C...
> Sent: Sunday, September 08, 2013 1:31 PM
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> Subject: Re: Rear Vibration
>
>  Hi Dennis,
> My gut tells me you're probably spot on!
> In fact, thinking about it,
> I didn't have the vibration
> until I changed the gear oil?
> thanks,
> John C...
> PS: still enjoying my "Haynes Hitch"
> these some 15 years later !!!
> ( thing will defiantly out last me !!!  ;o)
>
> On Sun, Sep 8, 2013 at 10:12 AM, Dennis Haynes
> <d23haynes57@hotmail.com>wrote:
>
> > A vibration that changes with throttle is almost always driveline
> related.
> > The gear shifter rattling can indicate a problem inside the transmission.
> > In 3rd gently keep forward pressure on the shifter and work the throttle.
> > If the shifter pushes back under load you have a bad main shaft ball
> > bearing and/or the gear carrier housing is shot.
> >
> > Dennis,
> > From my phone.
> > ________________________________
> > From: John C...<mailto:oregonejohn@GMAIL.COM>
> > Sent: 9/8/2013 1:03 PM
> > To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM<mailto:vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
> > Subject: Re: Rear Vibration
> >
> >  Hi All,
> >
> > Nice to see everyone at this Sun AM Cafe!
> > I don't post very often, so sorry if this one is a little long, slow &
> > live  (CSN&Y;o)
> >
> > Just some thoughts on my vibration problems, and the one I am
> > currently having;
> >
> > As, I've developed a easy, steady vibration upon accelerating or when
> > applying torque, usually above 30 MPH, even on a smooth freeway.
> >
> > Along with this vibration, the shifter Jiggles (or is it Giggles? ;o)
> > when applying or letting off of the gas.
> >
> > Since this is a new to me 91 Westy with 112K, I've come up with a list
> > of a half dozen maintenance items I will need to address.
> >
> > Starting with thoroughly checking the motor and trans  mounts.
> > I will then move on to the CV's / Wheel bearings, Brakes.
> >
> >  And, if that doesn't do it I'll have to pull the tranny & redo the
> > clutch system. (I've changed the tranny fluid)
> >
> > Also the fellow that mentioned shocks.
> > This sounds like it should be on my list as well.
> >
> > Oh cracky may as well do the wheels, springs & tires while I'm at it
> > !!!???
> > (why my wife calls these vehicles my sickness  ;o)  heh heh...
> >
> > Turning 65 next week & time to relax, travel the country, instead of
> > turning so many wenches !
> > What a long strange trip  (these buses) it's been!
> > ( I've just got to get down to ( ONE ) bus !!!
> > ( Help!  I've slid out from under my bus on my Creeper & cant get up !!!
> > ;o)
> >
> > best,
> > John C
> > (hiding out in the forest)
> >
> > PS: thanks to Larry & Dale & their wives for a real nice time up at
> > Dosewalips!
> > PS:PS: My fear is that my Westys' vibration is that it's trying to
> > synchronise with the vibrations of the universe & sail me out to sea
> > !!!???  ;o)
> >
> >
> > On Sat, Sep 7, 2013 at 5:45 PM, Finn Runyon <finnrunyon@gmail.com>
> wrote:
> >
> > > Hi All,
> > > I  are having a vibration issue with my 87 Westy.  It seems like the
> > right
> > > rear wheel, and it diminishes around a right turn at speed.  The
> > vibration
> > > decreases with speed about 60mph.  In an effort to eradicate the
> > > issue I have replaced the rear wheel bearings right and left,
> > > rotated and
> > balanced
> > > the tires,  and replaced the CV joints.  It is an automatic with
> > > just
> > over
> > > 200K.  I don't know where else to look.  Is there a wear issue with
> > > the automatic transmission that could be causing it?
> > > Thanks,
> > > Finn
> > > Taos, NM
> > > 87 Westy Pooh
> > > 89 Westy Roo
> >
>