Hi dave, welcome to the list! DaveC wrote: > Hello, > I'm new the list. Don't own a Vanagon (yet). > > I'm looking for a Synchro, and I have a few questions: First lesson,. its Syncro without "H" > > > 1. Did the Synchro come only with a 5-speed transmission (no automatics)? 1. Yes, only the 4+G tranny. It is in effect a 4-speed with the low granny gear. > > > 2. Are all double-cab Synchros diesel? 2. No, gas available too. > > > 3. Were there any double-cab Synchros sold (new or used) in the U.S.? > > 4. What's involved in importing a used double-cab Synchro from > Canada? Is it possible? 3+4. I dunno, I don't live there. > > I read an article years ago in "VW & Porsche" (now "European Car") > about some guy who imported one and put a Porsche 6-cylinder engine > in it ( not that I'm interested in doing *that*...) Yes, that is MSDS http://www.msdsinc.com but this is not advisable as the tranny will not be able to take the power and torque of the Porsche engine :-( PerL 87 Syncro 112i |
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