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Questions to ask when purchasing a 1987 Vanagon Syncro
What are the primary questions concerning a syncro that should be asked
prior to purchase? Steve |
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Questions to ask when purchasing a 1987 Vanagon Syncro
On Jun 17, 10:43*pm, ZZyZX > wrote:
> What are the primary questions concerning a syncro that should be asked > prior to purchase? You DO like adventure, don't you? A couple of things: a) Service Records - with specific reference to the transmission- cooler if automatic. b) Check the _entire_ Synchro system for leaks. Check, most especially, the CV joints and axles, transmission & differential seals and so forth. Keep in mind that the Syncro system as used by VW is an adaptation from Audi, and not really designed against a machine as heavy, awkward and underpowered as the Vanagon. And if it starts to fail there are perhaps half-a-dozen mechanics worldwide who might be comfortable servicing it - if you are lucky. After which you are faced with the typical 22-year-old-vehicle-that- also-happens-to-be-a-VW issues. Starting with rust and ending with suspension and steering. Peter Wieck Melrose Park, PA |
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