Yesterday I was sitting in the empty engine compartment of my '80 Westy,
looking for trouble.  I have the engine out and I was wondering what else I
should do while she's so indisposed.  I'm wondering about my transmission.
It has lately been bumping a bit when shifting from 1st to 2nd - probably a
problem in the 1st/2nd synchro unit, right?

I wonder if I can now remove the trans. and take it for repairs.  Is this
realistic, or would they want to drive the van first to get a feel for the
problem?  If this seems like a good idea, where should I take the trans to?
A local VW shop (would they do their own trans work, or sub it out?) or a
transmission shop (Aamco, or the like)?  Anyone have similar work done on
their ride who would have an idea of the cost?  

Any info appreciated, thanks!  

 
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<<>>  Don Geiger                        <<>>
<<>>  '80 Westy in NJ                   <<>>
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