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Subject:Transmission- won't hold a parked car on a hill
From:M.R. Nimmo
Date:Sun, 27 Jun 1999 13:28:19 -0700

Because my emergency brake cables have not yet been
replaced (shame on be) I park my 84 4 speed (150k)
with only the tranny holding it.  I know-- I know. I'm
going to do the cables sometime soon.

I parked the thing on a fairly steep hill a couple of
nights ago and I could here a very odd straining
noise.  Then the vehicle would lurch forward about a
foot.  Then the straining noise and another lurch.
This being enough for me, I parked on a level area.

What's wrong?   The only drivetrain symptoms I've had
is a pop from the left rear when I accelerate from a
stop making a tight left hand turn.

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84 Vanagon GL (sunroof & weekender)
FreeLoveIXOYE

I use DIGEST mode, pmail me at mrnimmo@yahoo or mrn@farrell3.com if you need an immediate response.
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