Continuing my research to find the correct Sachs clutch parts I found a
giant database of these things at http://www.sachs-boge.co.uk/ceda.csv.

It seems to load some kind of big database program into my web browser so
possibly you need Microsoft Office to view this. Takes a little while to
load this big monster page too.

In any case, this database does indeed distinguish between pre and post 89
clutches (they do so by referring to letter F production year, '89).

Records 3603 through 3607 seem to be the relevant records.

They show that there is no difference between syncro and non-syncro Sachs
clutches but there is indeed a difference between clutches pre and post 89.

Part Numbers for 90-91 Vanagons with 2.1 litre motors syncro and non syncro

3000 053 011,   3082 086 435    1861 581 437    3151 193 041

Part Numbers for Earlier Than 89 Vanagons with 2.1 litre motors syncro and
non syncro

3000 053 010,   3082 086 434    1861 581 437    3151 193 041

It appears that the first set of numbers is the kit number, the second
number is the clutch cover (what we call the disk), the third number is the
plate (what we call the pressure plate) and the third number is the
throwout bearing. So, the clutch number I want is 3082 086 435 rather than
the same number ending in 434. But I think everybody and their mother sells
the 434 clutch disks so possibly I am butting my head against the wall and
I have no idea if this is important to get the 435 clutch.

Well that's enough research for tonight. Time to go to bed.

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Derek Drew                           New York, NY & Washington DC
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