Vdubdude@aol.com wrote:
> 
>   I want you to know that the vanagon shared the same basic
> automatic tranny with the Rabbit, Golf, Jetta, Later Bus, Audis 4000 (both
> turbo and non-turbo) and Audis 5000 (both turbo and non-turbo.  The major
> difference is the differentials that they tacked onto them to make them fit
> the different cars.  The minor difference is the size of the clutches and
> other controlling parts inside.  The lightest duty of the trannys is the
> Rabbit.  The most bulletproof is out of the Audi 5000 turbo.  It is the
> strongest longest lasting tranny available for all of these cars.  I would
> suggest finding one in a junkyard and getting a guarrantee on it.  I would
(snip)

Thanks for the advice.  I managed to find a freshly rebuilt Audi 5000 Turbo 
automatic for $450 exchange.  I also may fall into a good deal on an 83 
Vanagon automatic for far less than that.  Which deal I'll get?  I'm not 
sure at this time.  I'll keep the List posted on the swap.  Thanks to all 
who responded to me personally with advice on this matter.  8-)

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