Date:         Sun, 22 Nov 1998 14:45:42 +0100
Reply-To:     Helmut Zeidler <Helmut_Zeidler@NOTESMAIL.NOKIA.COM>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@vanagon.com>
From:         Helmut Zeidler <Helmut_Zeidler@NOTESMAIL.NOKIA.COM>
Subject:      Re: 2 SA Vanagon 5 Speed Trannies FS!
Comments: To: vanagon@vanagon.com
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>To those interested:
>The 5 speed shifter linkage is different
>than the 4 speed. The needed parts
>will cost around $350 (The total price
>could be a little less, if the rear
>shift rod parts are similar to a 4 speed),
>I know this because I am
>switching to a imported German 5 speed
>and that is the price of all the
>parts needed.
>Also the front 4 speed trans mount needs
>to be shortened for the 5 speed to
>fit.
I was told, that the inner CV boots has to be
replaced by those used at Syncros. The 2WD and
4WD using boots of different diameter. I guess,
the SA 5 speed boxes are based on Syncro gear
boxes. Anyone out there to agree an this?

Helmut
'80 Vanagaudi