For us automatic drivers, the GKN part isn't right, as it is manual only.

Unfortunately, they don't don't appear to carry the part for automatic
transmissions.

-MB

On Tue, Aug 17, 2021 at 1:27 PM Richard Koerner <rjkinpb@sbcglobal.net>
wrote:

>  Just for clarification, the axle assembly I bought was the one OlRiverRat
> (Dean in New Mexico) suggested:
> https://www.autohausaz.com/pn/GK-251501203GX
> NOT the Chinese version from GoWesty.
>
> Yes, with tax and shipping it was $150 US.  Sucks that you Canada guys
> have to go through all that stuff with customs and whatnot.
>
> Yes, package says GKN; built in Spain; I think that is OK.  Time will
> tell.  But like I said, I hope to never have to use it.  But in a pinch, I
> think it will get me back home to San Diego.  Or some other Vanagon guy on
> the side of the road.  (So long as he has a 4 speed tranny.)
>
>
>     On Tuesday, August 17, 2021, 01:04:06 PM PDT, Alistair Bell <
> albell@shaw.ca> wrote:
>
>  Richard,
>
> It’s a great deal on the axle. I’m really tempted but with shipping,
> exchange, and customs … it’s more money here. I do have a used axle made up
> . Used to carry it , now I don’t, I should  again…
>
> Alistair
>
> > On Aug 17, 2021, at 12:11 PM, Richard Koerner <rjkinpb@sbcglobal.net>
> wrote:
> >
> >  FedEx just delivered axle assembly to my front porch, right on time.
> Yes....this axle is packed full of grease....and has that distinctive "one
> of a kind" smell; if you've dealt with CV Joints, you know what I'm talking
> about.  Now, time for some heavy duty plastic bags and heavy duty Zip-ties
> to secure under Vanagon chassis where hopefully it will sit for decades.
> Might save me, or another Vanagon brother, I am happy I bought it.
> >
> >
> >    On Tuesday, August 17, 2021, 11:25:07 AM PDT, Neil <
> musomuso@gmail.com> wrote:
> >
> > Looking at the GW image of an EMPI complete axle:
> >
> >
> https://www.gowesty.com/product/axle-cv-driveshaft/3737/drive-axle-rear-m-t-
> >
> > This type of axle ships dry? i.e. can grease be effectively packed
> > into every "nook and cranny" using just a putty knife or similar?
> >
> > Neil.
> >
> >
> >> On 8/16/21, Richard Koerner <rjkinpb@sbcglobal.net> wrote:
> >>
> >> ..... I will secure the assembly under my Vanagon....and hope I will
> never need it.
> >
> >
> > --
> > Neil n
> >
> > VE7TBN
> >
> > 1988 Westy 50º ABA swap: https://tinyurl.com/yap5hpwt
> >
> > 1981 Westy 15º ABA swap: https://tinyurl.com/y9n4xob8
> >
> > VAG Gas Engine Swap Group <http://tinyurl.com/khalbay>
> >
>
>

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