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Subject:Re: 5 speed vanagon transmission
From:JordanVw
Date:Sun, 3 May 1998 04:19:12 EDT

In a message dated 98-05-02 13:32:39 EDT, jimoliver@EARTHLINK.NET writes:

<< The transmission in my 87 Westy is about to go. In searching for a
 rebuilt, the only one I've been able to find is a five speed. But, is
 there such a beast? And will it work with my stock 2.1 engine without
 modification?

 The seller wants $500 for his five speed, says it's in good shape, but
 offers no guarantee. >>

do you have a Syncro??  if not, then this "five speed" (obviously the seller
doesnt know it's not a true 5 speed, its just a 4speed w/ a low gear) wont
work...

chris