>The "slider" referred to earlier...is it unique to >Syncros or is it a common manual tranny part, and if >so, is it internal or external? The "slider" is actually the outer part of the internal 3rd/4th shifting mechanism that actually moves between the two gear positions. The hub it rides on is actually the part that breaks on all Vanagons at some time. The original design was the same as most all other slider hubs in all VW trannys and seems to not be an issue in the earlier low powered engines with less weight to push. The forces applied to our newer rigs appears to make the marginal design fail regularly. (I am not an engineer mind you...just a rebuilder) Most all rebuilders replace the hub with a newer design that MOSTLY cures the problem. I use a custom built hub that is from a different material and manufacturer and so far has been flawless. On disassembling cores, I have seen some genuine VW factory replacement hubs that have cracked. Although that is rare, it can happen. Hope that helps and holler if any questions. Daryl of AA Transaxle Duvall, WA. (Seattle area) (425) 788-4070 1-877-377-0773 (toll free) aatransaxle.com (web site) |
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