Date:         Wed, 11 Oct 2000 18:20:38 -0600
Reply-To:     John Klun <jklun@GJ.NET>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         John Klun <jklun@GJ.NET>
Subject:      Re: Syncro vibration
Comments: To: RAlanen@AOL.COM
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Wheel bearings?

Frank Condelli wrote:

>        I have a 1987 Vanagon Westy Syncro that I'm trying to find the
> vibration problem on and need some help.  Here is what's happening.
>        When driving off the van will begin to vibrate, just like your driving
> on those highway vibration strips to wake you up, when getting near 50 km/hr.
>  At 55 to 60 km/hr it seems to be the worst.  After that it seems to subside
> somewhat but is evident at all speeds right up to 140 km/hr.  At 120 to 140
> km/hr the vibration seems to smooth out and when your release the gas pedal
> it seems to go away all together for a moment or two.  When you depress the
> accelerator the vibration continues.  Also when lugging the engine in any
> gear the same vibration is produced.  I have had the vehicle up on four jack
> stands and inspected all eight CV joints and the two propellor shaft U-joints
> and find nothing loose.  I do see one torn CV joint boot on the RH outer rear
> drive shaft.  I am going to replace this boot and may find the CV joint
> damaged but so far it seems good.  I also notice that when turning in a tight
> radius the rear wheels scrub and the van seems to not want to roll freely.
> Is this normal on the syncro ?  This van does have the diff lock and the
> dashboard selector is off.  Maybe it is defective and engaged ?  Trying to
> find a cure for the vibration !  Any help appreciated.
>
> Cheers
>
> Frank Condelli
> '87 Westy & Lionel Trains
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