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22956
Things to check: Center drive shaft U-joints and balance CV Joints Wheel bearings (usually not load dependant) Transaxle or front Diff Engine or trans mounts ...
Dennis Haynes
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Nov 1, 2004
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22957
Saturday I went to open the sliding door after unlocking the doors (power door locks) and noticed it wouldn't open from the outside. I noticed the latch...
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Nov 1, 2004
1:51 pm
22958
Does a clutch/pressure plate from a 1.9L (Vanagon 84) fit in a 87 Syncro with 2.1L? tks Christian...
christianpelletier
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Nov 1, 2004
5:20 pm
22959
Christian, Yes, the same clutch kits fit all WBX vanagons and some earlier vanagons and vans - look at the parts numbers and comments on some of the list...
Sam Walters
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Nov 1, 2004
6:14 pm
22960
After pulling my hair out on this one, its my turn to help. In short, cut off the battery terminals, flip the seat. You have to cut off the battery posts (with...
brokegearbin
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Nov 1, 2004
6:47 pm
22962
... I suggest soldering the cut post with lead (which can be the lead you cut off, melt it in the V of angle iron to make a nice piece of stick) and a torch. ...
Otmar
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Nov 1, 2004
9:59 pm
22963
I'm baffled on how to get that little latch thingy off the sliding window. The latch is stuck (open) which means anyone could walk up to the can in slide the...
Jon Brown
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Nov 2, 2004
12:14 am
22964
if this is not a joke you simply push the thing down like the arrow says & then push or pull to slide uhmmm .. syncro related ??...
mark lortie
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Nov 2, 2004
12:38 am
22965
sorry upon re-reading it appears the question had to do with removal rather than operation of the syncro window thingy .. sorry cant help . Mark J Lortie PhD ...
mark lortie
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Nov 2, 2004
12:54 am
22966
No, not a joke, but I must not have been clear. The latch is JAMMED open. I need to remove it and rebuild (unstick) it. ..and no not syncro related, but after...
Jon Brown
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Nov 2, 2004
1:00 am
22967
It's a regular (slotted) screw in there. I've had luck with two methods: 1. A really small screwdriver that was barely able to engage the slot, but needed to...
Simon Reinhardt
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Nov 2, 2004
1:26 am
22968
Jon- What you need is a screw driver that the heads are removable then just use the tip, insert it from the underside of the latch and turn it with a 1/4 in...
Joe Federici
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Nov 2, 2004
1:30 am
22969
Hi all I am new to the group and in desperate need of a used lower thermostat housing. I removed the upper thermostat housing on my 86 Syncro to replace a hose...
vwalmida
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Nov 2, 2004
4:11 am
22970
Thomas and Everybody, ... What about a Wiki-Server instead of the archives? It's a modern and promising technique. It "only" requires somebody to have...
Dr. Rainer Woitok
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Nov 2, 2004
9:10 am
22971
I've been told that the 2 WD vanagon housing will work in this application. I currently am installing one. I have aligned everything and so far I can not...
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Nov 2, 2004
12:21 pm
22972
Hey, Anybody have this problem with Optima Red. Rain and cold weather - loses charge quickly with temperature changes overnight and high humidity. The battery...
David Hosack
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Nov 2, 2004
4:01 pm
22973
What pattern are you using, and what pressures do you run in a syncro westy? Tires are Michelin LTX M/s 215/75/15 on SA rims. Steve...
Steve
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Nov 2, 2004
8:13 pm
22974
I always read the list on the web, but I was wondering if those of you that get the list on email might have never deleted a message? Essentially, the question...
fourwdvw
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Nov 2, 2004
9:38 pm
22975
Can anyone tell me the position for the 4WD stickers on the doors please? Or does it really matter? Thanks. new owner... '87 syncro camper...
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Nov 2, 2004
11:17 pm
22976
I have a good chrome front bumper w/ trim I will trade for good beer or wine. I live in Chico Cali. I do not want to ship it, Ebayer, or toss it!...
bmweuro2003
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Nov 3, 2004
4:32 am
22977
... I had it that way originally, but as there are two sets of terminals, right now, I have the cables screwed onto the screw terminals, and tin-snip notched...
Bob Stratton
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Nov 3, 2004
4:40 am
22978
Yes, the 2wd will fit against the block and the thermostat top will also fit, as will all hoses. The difference is the temp sensor, which on the syncro is a...
Zoran Mladen
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Nov 3, 2004
7:50 am
22979
hey all. i would like to get a new/good working diff lock mechaism for the dashboard[knob, and vacuum assembly behind dash] i' sure there are are more...
evankanga
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Nov 3, 2004
8:25 am
22980
Syncro Volks, Reminder ..... If you haven't voted for your SdM Calendar photos ... Please take a minute and cast your ballot today. The top 12 choices will me...
Larry Chase
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Nov 3, 2004
12:11 pm
22981
Wiring for this would be easy. The second lead from the sensor would have to be run to a good ground. I've had this same problem in the Golf/Jetta world.... ...
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Nov 3, 2004
12:38 pm
22982
If your on the east coat I would work the same deal. I've got a front and rear I don't want to toss but I really don't need either. Joe F south new jersey On...
Joe Federici
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Nov 3, 2004
1:31 pm
22983
My first choice would be Derek Drew: derekdrew@... He lives on the east cost and even installs front lockers. ...
Joe Federici
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Nov 3, 2004
1:35 pm
22984
I just installed the yellow top in mine. Plenty of room if you turn it on it's side. Protect the terminals. Hawk...
rhawk007
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Nov 3, 2004
4:28 pm
22985
I'm getting killed with spam. I think my E-mail address is being harvested from my Vanagon SS engine swap WEB page. I need to figure out how to make my e-mail...
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Nov 3, 2004
7:23 pm
22986
Thanks for the replies and advice. I went ahead and ordered the 2wd setup complete with new gaskets, bolts, cover, a hose and sensors and will wire...
vwalmida
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Nov 3, 2004
7:56 pm
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