Date:         Sun, 8 Mar 2009 11:53:29 -0700
Reply-To:     "dhanson@gorge.net" <dhanson@GORGE.NET>
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From:         "dhanson@gorge.net" <dhanson@GORGE.NET>
Subject:      Locking differential..?
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  Hi all

  I've heard vague rumblings of  available locking differential kits for the 2wd Vanagons.  I've
googled it and I only come up with some various brands of limited slip options..from Peoquid, etc.
While those might be the best way to go overall, I really don't want to spend a few $K if I can help
it, and with just a quick search, I don't see one that would fit into my 5 speed manual tranny
(Probably out of a diesel vanagon) anyhow.
  Someone referred to full locker aftermarket kits that might be workable, perhaps as used in dune
buggys or Baja Bugs.  I am looking for something similar in action to how manual locking hubs work
on a HD 4x4 truck...something that I could lock when I enter deep sand or want to climb an icy snowy
hill, then release again...not something I can switch in 'on the fly' even..(unless that is also
available)  I'd like the option to occasionally cross some soft sandy patches or attempt a  beach
crossing or get up a snowy back road,..not a full time 4wd capable van..

  Anybody know of anything available like this?  I have been on the lookout for a Syncro Locker
tranny, but those are as rare as hen's teeth and extra pricey, plus I'm sure I'd have to rebuild and
re-gear if I did somehow find one..

  Thanks Don Hanson