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Date:         Tue, 26 Dec 2006 07:32:31 -0800
Reply-To:     Zeitgeist <gruengeist@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         Zeitgeist <gruengeist@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Limited Slip v. Syncro
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We're presently in vehicle reassessment mode and need some advice. Recently I asked whether it was possible to convert a 2wd Van to Syncro, but a number of list-killjoys pooped on my parade, so that doesn't appear to be in the plans. I haven't entirely ruled it out, but for now...

I really like the look and options found on our '89 WE, but my wife's alpine-related program activities (snowshoe, x-country ski, hike, etc.) require that she have a traction capable rig. I've been seriously considering installing a Peloquin torque biased differential, which coupled with aggressive Nokians mounted on 15" Mercedes rims, should greatly improve the traction, eh? But, how much of an improvement...enough? My '67 bus was hands down, the best snow/off road rig I've ever driven, but the Vanagons have never impressed me with their traction prowess. I've never owned a vehicle with limited slip, except perhaps my old '73 Thing with steering brakes, but that's another story altogether.

Anyone have real-world experience with a limited slip diff in a 2wd Vanagon? We're not talking serious offroad stuff, just old logging roads with potholes and/or snow. I'm in AA Transaxle's neighborhood, so they're obviously the source.

TIA

Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: "I drive in a persistent vegetative state" '87 300TD intercooler/propane #22 0-60mph 7.3sec (220k) '84 300D (218k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (187K) http://users.zhonka.net/zeitgeist/Misc/IMG_0171.JPG


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