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Date:         Thu, 13 Aug 1998 01:04:59 EDT
Reply-To:     Jwilli941@AOL.COM
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From:         Todd Hill <Jwilli941@AOL.COM>
Subject:      Re: syncro clutch or tranny?-reply
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Eric S. wrote:


<<  Im having a hard time getting my 87 syncro
westie into and sometimes out of  1st gear, and
sometimes out of third gear.  Most times it shifts
great.  Question..is this a function of the clutch
or do I need to start saving for a  tranny rebuild. ?
 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~


Hard to say long distance but I do not think that
it is your clutch assy.  It sounds like it might be
the beginning stages of the cracking of the gear
hubs.  Normally only the 3rd/4th hub cracks but
I do see cracking of the 1st/2nd hub from time
to time as well.  Also, the pin retainer for 1st/2nd
can stretch and shear which can make those
gears difficult/impossible to engage.


Start saving your money.


Todd Hill
VolksWerks Transaxles
OIympia, WA
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