Date:         Wed, 8 Jan 1997 15:27:27 -0500 (EST)
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@vanagon.com>
From:         SyncroHead@aol.com
Subject:      Re: Re(2): Re(2): Towing a Syncro

In a message dated 97-01-08 12:19:03 EST, cbennett@kpmg.com writes:

> The best method, I would think, would be to tow the Sycnro  using a
Flatbed,
>  where none of the wheels are moving.  

Correct. This is clearly the preferred method.

> But in a pinch, if I had to use a tow 
> bar, with all wheels on the ground, would it be O.K to just put it in
neutral, 
> with the VC still connecting the front and rear wheels?  

Yes.  The drivetrain has no problems with this.

> If I were to prepare for 
> a trip to pull a Syncro using a tow bar (say 1000 miles), would it be 
> worthwhile to disconnect the driveshaft or other normally connected drive
parts, like
>  universal joints?  What would be the best method to disconnect the 
> driveshafts?

Removing the driveshaft between the transmission and VC is pretty simple and
straighforward.  I think just 6 bolts at each end and it's out.  The U-joints
are attached to the driveshaft, so they'll come out with it.

Regards,
Jim Davis
87 GL Syncro
88 GL Wolfsburg