In a message dated 12/19/03 8:44:55 AM Eastern Standard Time, lostranger@MINDSPRING.COM writes:
> I'm considering buying a '90 Vanagon with transmission trouble. The > auto will be a new experience for me. All my current and previous vans > are manuals. > > How good is the automatic? I'm not a fan of autos with small engines, > but I'm willing to try if they tend to hold up. Any recommendations on > repair shops in the NC/TN/VA area? Any thoughts on converting to a > manual? > > the automatic trannys in vanagons are generally more reliable than the manual trannys. the manuals all tend to develop a crack in the 3/4 slider hub at one point or another. the automatics are usually trouble free barring owner negligence. If you need a good low mileage auto tranny i have one for sale. chris |
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