Fourth gear is probably broken at the hub.  Further damage will include the
main bearing and possibly some of the housings.  The 3-4 slider hub will
also have to be replaced.  Depending on who is doing the work, and how well
you wan the Trans repaired, figure $1,500 to $2,500.  Especially with a
clutch replacement, Trans mounts, slave cylinder, etc.

Dennis

-----Original Message-----
From: Late braking <vwracer@HOME.COM>
To: Vanagon@VANAGON.COM <Vanagon@VANAGON.COM>
Date: Thursday, August 06, 1998 9:37 PM
Subject: whats up ? no 4th on an 87 syncro westy? Help

>whats likely to be the damage on a n 87 syncro westy with 150000 miles?
>I spoke with owners dad so he knew very little and son is away for a
>week!
>
>The van has been sitting at least a year without use and also starting
>to show some "bubbly" rust in spots.
>
>What would be a good price?
>
>How much to fix tranny?
>
>Any help appreciated, I'm so glad I found this list as it amazes me each
>day how much you people know!
>
>
>Bill K