Date:         Fri, 14 Apr 1995 14:57:09 -0700
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@vanagon.com>
From:         amiga@halcyon.com (Jesus Dizon)
Subject:      Re: new van, inspect'n & warrnty questions

>I may be soon moving from wannabus to '86 syncro camper. I understand 
>that the engine has about 20K on a rebuild and the trans has been done 
>too.  I don't know what it needed or what was done.  Total miles ~= 110K.
>
>I have a question about extended warranties and this vehicle.  I am going
>to have it inspected by a mechanic today or this weekend to check on cv
>joints, water pump, heads, trans, etc.  I have the opportunity to get a
>warranty called 'Flextech 1' (sp?) that would cover engine, drivetrain,
>electrical, steering, AC for 18 mo.  for $1K.  In your option, is this
>recommended?  How much can an inspection uncover about (un)expected and
>expensive problems?  This list has warned me in the past about $$$$$ 
>maintenance. 
>
>I'll have to pay closer attention to the syncro bits on this list. TIA for 
>your advice.
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I have heard bad reviews of the VW synchro from mechanics and owners.  
Apparently the cylinder heads are flakey.