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27350
Seth Hatfield wrote: "You do not however need to upgrade the CV joints in order to change to a higher quality axel than stock." But then he didn't tell us how...
Sam Walters
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Mar 1, 2006
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27351
I don't know how you guys feel about the north, but we have some great logging roads up here in NH, ME, and VT that have endless possibilities. It may be a bit...
Ben Schott
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Mar 1, 2006
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27352
I am going to Synchronize my 2wd 1.6TD Westfalia. Thanks for all the information I got from people on the list. It seems the best choice for the conversion is...
Alexander Sfakianos
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Mar 1, 2006
2:18 pm
27353
Seth, that's pretty low. Especially since you haven't driven my TDI. Maybe your intro to 'diesels' was presented my the lame-arse conversion Overland used to...
Karl Mullendorf
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Mar 1, 2006
2:24 pm
27354
I am looking for a syncro diesel tank as well. Even if no one has one they want to part with do you have any details like part numbers, and what vehicle they...
Christopher Gronski
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Mar 1, 2006
2:29 pm
27355
245 201 075C NLA according to my dealer. :-( Ebay.de? Karl...
Karl Mullendorf
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Mar 1, 2006
2:46 pm
27356
I'll second that emotion. Ben, do you have a place in particular that you would consider for such an event? I am somewhat familiar with the North East Kingdom...
feelstranger
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Mar 1, 2006
2:53 pm
27357
The tanks have been special ordered from Germany by several people in the past. AFAIK, they are no longer available that way through VW. Part number 251 201...
mark drillock
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Mar 1, 2006
2:56 pm
27358
Oops...didn't read far enough down the part list, my mistake. Going from memory of oh, eight years ago I was thinking 'C' was the one I ordered....
Karl Mullendore
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Mar 1, 2006
3:05 pm
27359
Hey I was just joking. I could'nt resist. I have nothing against diesels at all. I even own one. A '05 Ford 6.0 4x4 van with 295 75r16 BFG on it I might add....
Seth Hatfield
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Mar 1, 2006
3:05 pm
27360
Same question for me, I'd really like to go--never been don't know how I need to signup or even if there is a signup. The early summer date is giving me...
David Vickery
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Mar 1, 2006
4:13 pm
27361
I agree that need for upgraded CVs/axles...and which ones....is heavily dependent on which van you have, (how heavy it is), how much torque your engine is...
Warren Chapman
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Mar 1, 2006
4:25 pm
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Yep, smoothness and planning go a long way. Not that I don't fail at either myself from time to time! :-) Warren I'm wondering if the shattered cage caused the...
Karl Mullendorf
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Mar 1, 2006
4:35 pm
27363
Warren and Seth Do you know whether the axles that snapped in half were original OEM or aftermarket ?...
eric abercrombie
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Mar 1, 2006
4:48 pm
27364
i have a newish german trans, with taller 3rd and 4th gears. i also have 215/75r15 tires. i am now thinking about putting in higher-ratio r+p's (5.42) in...
Aaron
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Mar 1, 2006
6:05 pm
27365
Sway-away will make custom length axles. The best axles are made from 300M material. It is like a super clean 4340 from what I understand. I would imagine they...
Todd Francis
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Mar 1, 2006
6:48 pm
27366
Just spoke with my local dealer: There are still some TD Syncro tanks in the system in Germany. Getting them here is more of a challenge than years past, VW...
Karl Mullendorf
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Mar 1, 2006
9:06 pm
27367
I ordered a chassis front cross member for a Syncro a few years ago and had to go through some hoopla. The part was one of the few welded in pieces needed to...
mark drillock
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Mar 1, 2006
10:00 pm
27368
Well, getting my Syncro ready and really looking forward to meeting many of you at the upcoming Syncro De Mayo in May. Just installed my Rheins this morning...
TJ Ferreira
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Mar 1, 2006
10:31 pm
27369
TJ, Nice looking van! You may want to remove the front air dam before the trail does it for you, though. I can't even keep my front license plate flat! Larry...
Larry Hamm
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Mar 1, 2006
11:20 pm
27370
I have a suspect hall effect unit in my distributor (a series of smaller pulses appear on the ocilliscope after each pulse at idle, + the tacho needle bounces...
nickbellau
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Mar 1, 2006
11:27 pm
27371
I planned on actually maybe selling it. Not sure I like it. Does it aerodynamically actually helped in anyway for long drives or just for looks? I wonder? ...
TJ Ferreira
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Mar 2, 2006
12:15 am
27372
dont have the cash to throw down on a propex. other options?? issues?? thanks...
Justin & Gia
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Mar 2, 2006
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27373
Hey all I'm actually wondering about a east cost event myself. I'm game for a north east event. I'm willing to help plan an event any helpers, people with...
Brady Horrace
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Mar 2, 2006
1:38 am
27374
... Hall effect sensor is P/N 1.237.010.027 and many of the list vendors in the US carry them, so they are still available - at least here. But they are not...
Don in North Carolina
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Mar 2, 2006
1:59 am
27375
... Check out Mr. Heater Buddy, about $99.00. I got mine on a special sale at Northern Tool for $70.00 plus shipping ($8.00). Don Trowbridge '89 Westy Syncro ...
Don Trowbridge
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Mar 2, 2006
2:07 am
27376
... Dave & TJ The camping area is reserved for Syncros (and related vehicles) and it is first come first serve. Lots of room for camping. Flush toilets and...
Don Trowbridge
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Mar 2, 2006
2:16 am
27377
I'm all over the idea of Paragon! Not that WV isn't beautiful and all that, but somewhere new would way cool! Karl...
Karl Mullendorf
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Mar 2, 2006
2:27 am
27378
Chris, there were no US Syncro diesels imported. There may always be the odd Canadian or Yurupean one floating around.... I am going to call my dealer in the...
Alexander Sfakianos
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Mar 2, 2006
3:34 am
27379
I have one legally imported Syncro 16" TD. I asked the dealer today what is needed as 'proof' to satisfy VW's stupid rules, they said I need to produce customs...
Karl Mullendorf
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Mar 2, 2006
3:46 am
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