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Subject:Re: T-3 Transaxle Needed: 82 Diesel Westy
From:Mark B. Magee
Date:Wed, 29 Apr 1998 10:31:59 -0500

> Mark, et al.
> Hi, i'm new to the list so here is my first small contribution.
> i have an 82 westy Diesel that is now a TD thanks to jetta TD that
> rolled over one to many times.  after the added power i needed the gear
> change also.  my cheap fix was larger wheels off of a jeep wrangler.
> looked good, small price to pay at local salvage yard.  should not be
> too hard to find. super fit.  it now cruises at 65 without to much noise
> from the back.  also, clearance is an added bonus when camping.
>
 Questions:
How fast will your Westy D go now, will it run easily at 70 MPH. Volks
drive very fast down here in Texas, 70 MPH is the baseline now on the
freeways. I am hoping to be able to cruise easily at 65, but to have the
gearing to be able to pass with authority, and cruise easily at 70 MPH
if needed.

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Shalom
Mark B. Magee
82 Diesel Westy
87GL
96 Suzuki 4WD Sport
Kemah TX USA
John 14:6

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