Anybody have experiece with these? Seems like we may have discussed them before but the darn search part of the archives seems to be down. The '81 came with an interesting brochure from Weddle Engineering, Long Beach, CA. And the LOCK-RIGHT brochure was in it, frankly the literature makes this thing seem like the best thing since sliced bread. Exotic claims like installation in 1-2 hours without resetting backlash smooth operation without harsh noisy action 100% locking as necessary with full differentiation on turns etc. etc. Now the picture shows some stuff I can't fully comprehend, I assume this to be some sort of friction clutch mechanism, but not like the factory multi-disc clutch unit, nor like modern Torsen or Quaife geared units. Anyway the real glory is a price tag of only $264 (as of last years catalog) so since the '81 is going to get dissasembled once more to change engine mounts and the bell-housing (failing from stress/chemical corrosion combination of the magnesium alloy), I'm really thinking that this might be damn neat for winter. I note I hope to get the bell-housing from them, they list used for $30. The regular brochure is chock full of all kinds of neat T2 transaxle components, including full rebuilt 5 spds with your choice of ratios for a mere $1995 ooooof. But the prices on used stuff are genuinely incredible, and new late deep rib housings for under $100, diesel bell housings $35, etc. etc. I strongly rec picking up a brochure I'm calling tomorrow for more up to date info. They are also available for most any import or domestic 4wd by the looks of it, all priced in $200-$400 range. Weddle Engineering (310)598-2731 PO Box 15466 Long Beach CA 90815
Anyway seeking opinions or experiences. John vwbus@netbiz.net
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