2wd transmission into a syncro?

21
Sam. The adaptor plate is just a modified 2wd gearbox mount. So when you source your 2wd 5 speed box get the front engine mount as well. No other mods required,certainly not chopping your syncro. The gearbox linkages all work the same. Your g gear will now become first etc. I'm hoping to be at old bar this weekend. Are you heading that way or anybody coming from your direction? I could pass it on. Otherwise australia post will do. Regards Bill
22
Hi All,

I'm actually in a slightly different position where I have a Syncro van with No gearbox/motor, was purchased this way. Of course I have now found out that gearboxes are almost impossible to find ! Looks like I'll also have to go with a 2wd box for the time being till I find a better offer :)

Cheers

Scotty


--- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, Gary Cookson <gary@...> wrote:
>
> Sam, surely you'd be better off getting your syncro box rebuilt? If
> you have to go to all the trouble of dropping it out and fabricating
> parts to fit the 2wd it is not going to be that cheap plus the cost of
> fixing the syncro box in the future remains.
>
> You might find the syncro box only needs a new bearing or two. I think
> the major cost in most Syncro box rebuilds is when the crown and
> pinion is stuffed. I can't remember but it didn't sound like that was
> the case with yours. I know you wanted to do oil plates and taller
> gearing but maybe that bit could wait.
>
> Anyway, i'll shut up now...
>
> Good luck with whatever approach you take.
>
> Gary
>
> [2 0 / 2 1 Design]
> 28 Gwynne St
> Richmond
> Vic 3121
> gary@...
> www.twentytwentyone.net
> Tel 3 9429 1868
> Fax 3 9421 1110
> Mob 0417 352782
>
>
>
> On 2 Sep 2009, at 09:47, heysamuelarnold wrote:
>
> > Thank you so much to everyone on this forum.
> >
> > I'm still exploring my options at the moment, and a few more phone
> > calls to make, but it is looking like I might go down the 2wd path,
> > as I have found a cheap 2wd 5-speed box. If anyone knows of a syncro
> > or 2wd 5-speed box at a good price, please get in touch.
> >
> > Bill, Martin, is this custom adaptor plate the only modification
> > required? It bolts on?? Bill, I may definitely take you up on the
> > offer to copy your adaptor plate.
> >
> > Boris from Volkscare who said he has done this conversion said he
> > cut the rear mount off his syncro? I don't like the idea of cutting
> > my precious van.
> >
> > Will give you all an update as I progress.
> >
> > Sam
> >
> > --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, "muddy3267"
> > <marg_bill@> wrote:
> > >
> > > Sam. I ran my syncro with a 2wd box while my 4wd box was being
> > rebuilt. I have the adaptor plate fabricated by my very capable vw
> > mechanic. If you wish i could send it to you to copy and return.
> > Regards Bill Sullivan.
> > >
> >
> >
> >
>
23
You will probably have to source overseas and get a box shipped to Oz which other people have done. With sea freight it can be done economically especially as Oz dollar is quite strong against pound and euro at the moment. Make sure you get the right box to match your front diff. An engine you can probably source here easily.

Try the following suppliers


Cheers
Gary

[2 0 / 2 1 Design]
28 Gwynne St
Richmond
Vic 3121
gary@twentytwentyone.net
www.twentytwentyone.net
Tel 3 9429 1868
Fax 3 9421 1110
Mob 0417 352782



On 3 Sep 2009, at 11:44, haddenator wrote:

Hi All,

I'm actually in a slightly different position where I have a Syncro van with No gearbox/motor, was purchased this way. Of course I have now found out that gearboxes are almost impossible to find ! Looks like I'll also have to go with a 2wd box for the time being till I find a better offer :)

Cheers

Scotty

--- In Syncro_T3_Australia @yahoogroups. com, Gary Cookson <gary@...> wrote:
>
> Sam, surely you'd be better off getting your syncro box rebuilt? If 
> you have to go to all the trouble of dropping it out and fabricating 
> parts to fit the 2wd it is not going to be that cheap plus the cost of 
> fixing the syncro box in the future remains.
> 
> You might find the syncro box only needs a new bearing or two. I think 
> the major cost in most Syncro box rebuilds is when the crown and 
> pinion is stuffed. I can't remember but it didn't sound like that was 
> the case with yours. I know you wanted to do oil plates and taller 
> gearing but maybe that bit could wait.
> 
> Anyway, i'll shut up now...
> 
> Good luck with whatever approach you take.
> 
> Gary
> 
> [2 0 / 2 1 Design]
> 28 Gwynne St
> Richmond
> Vic 3121
> gary@...
> www.twentytwentyone .net
> Tel 3 9429 1868
> Fax 3 9421 1110
> Mob 0417 352782
> 
> 
> 
> On 2 Sep 2009, at 09:47, heysamuelarnold wrote:
> 
> > Thank you so much to everyone on this forum.
> >
> > I'm still exploring my options at the moment, and a few more phone 
> > calls to make, but it is looking like I might go down the 2wd path, 
> > as I have found a cheap 2wd 5-speed box. If anyone knows of a syncro 
> > or 2wd 5-speed box at a good price, please get in touch.
> >
> > Bill, Martin, is this custom adaptor plate the only modification 
> > required? It bolts on?? Bill, I may definitely take you up on the 
> > offer to copy your adaptor plate.
> >
> > Boris from Volkscare who said he has done this conversion said he 
> > cut the rear mount off his syncro? I don't like the idea of cutting 
> > my precious van.
> >
> > Will give you all an update as I progress.
> >
> > Sam
> >
> > --- In Syncro_T3_Australia @yahoogroups. com, "muddy3267" 
> > <marg_bill@> wrote:
> > >
> > > Sam. I ran my syncro with a 2wd box while my 4wd box was being 
> > rebuilt. I have the adaptor plate fabricated by my very capable vw 
> > mechanic. If you wish i could send it to you to copy and return. 
> > Regards Bill Sullivan.
> > >
> >
> >
> >
>


24
Hi Sam,
 
You may like to give Ron Schmidt a call on (02) 6562 5730.  He is a VW gearbox guru, sells Albins gears and his labour charges are very reasonable.  Ron specialises in kombi gearboxes used in offroad racing buggies but I know he has done Syncro boxes too and he has fitted a diff lock and Albins gears to my gearbox.  He has the proper VW jigs for setting up the crown wheel and pinion so there is no guesswork. He can build it as mild or wild as you want it to be.  Good idea to stop driving before something breaks as parts will be the biggest cost of the rebuild. 
 
Neil.

From: heysamuelarnold <me@samarnold.org>
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Monday, 31 August, 2009 3:10:42 PM
Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] 2wd transmission into a syncro?

 

Hi Everyone,

I know this is sacrilegious, though unfortunately dollars to spend on my van are short at the moment, and a lot of winding noise is coming from what I assume is the transmission / diff. Best to pull it out before something breaks. And with my viscous completely passive, I am driving a 2wd anyway.

So, my question, does a 2wd 4 or 5 speed easily fit into a syncro? Just remove the prop-shaft? Do you need any other 2wd mounts or??

My plan is until I can save up some $$ and properly rebuild my box, add the taller 3rd and 4th gears and perhaps a LSD or locking diff, I will just put in a cheap 2wd box for a year or two. Which I guess leads me to my last question, does anyone know where I can get a cheap 2wd transmission? Unless of course someone knows of a cheap syncro box floating around somewhere...

Ok, sadly, thanks for your help guys,
Sam.


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Neil,
 
There is a guy named Terry from Lake Illawarra NSW who wants to do a similar thing to his 74 bay kombi as you have done to yours.
 
His email address is:
 
If you are interested in pointing him in the right directions.
 
He has a large old Bus he is planning a round Oz trip in and is going to tow the kombi behind until he finds somewhere restrictive he wants to go.
 
By the way - I found this link to the Kombis to the Kape trip you did.
 
 
Maybe bring back some nice memories.
 
Cheers,
 
Scott
 
----- Original Message -----
From: neil smith
Sent: Monday, September 07, 2009 10:27 PM
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] 2wd transmission into a syncro?

 

Hi Sam,
 
You may like to give Ron Schmidt a call on (02) 6562 5730.  He is a VW gearbox guru, sells Albins gears and his labour charges are very reasonable.  Ron specialises in kombi gearboxes used in offroad racing buggies but I know he has done Syncro boxes too and he has fitted a diff lock and Albins gears to my gearbox.  He has the proper VW jigs for setting up the crown wheel and pinion so there is no guesswork. He can build it as mild or wild as you want it to be.  Good idea to stop driving before something breaks as parts will be the biggest cost of the rebuild. 
 
Neil.

From: heysamuelarnold <me@samarnold. org>
To: Syncro_T3_Australia @yahoogroups. com
Sent: Monday, 31 August, 2009 3:10:42 PM
Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australi a] 2wd transmission into a syncro?

 

Hi Everyone,

I know this is sacrilegious, though unfortunately dollars to spend on my van are short at the moment, and a lot of winding noise is coming from what I assume is the transmission / diff. Best to pull it out before something breaks. And with my viscous completely passive, I am driving a 2wd anyway.

So, my question, does a 2wd 4 or 5 speed easily fit into a syncro? Just remove the prop-shaft? Do you need any other 2wd mounts or??

My plan is until I can save up some $$ and properly rebuild my box, add the taller 3rd and 4th gears and perhaps a LSD or locking diff, I will just put in a cheap 2wd box for a year or two. Which I guess leads me to my last question, does anyone know where I can get a cheap 2wd transmission? Unless of course someone knows of a cheap syncro box floating around somewhere...

Ok, sadly, thanks for your help guys,
Sam.


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Hi Scott,

 

That youtube footage is Volkers compilation of footage from the trip. I think all the participants have it on disc, but I never realized that it had been posted. Good find. It was nice to see it again.

 

BRIAN REED

FAIRFIELD NATURAL THERAPIES

185 Wingrove St

Fairfield, Vic. 3078

03 9481 5673   0407 319 521

From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Mr Scott Pitcher
Sent: Thursday, 17 September 2009 10:18 PM
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] 2wd transmission into a syncro?

 

 

Neil,

 

There is a guy named Terry from Lake Illawarra NSW who wants to do a similar thing to his 74 bay kombi as you have done to yours.

 

His email address is:

 

If you are interested in pointing him in the right directions.

 

He has a large old Bus he is planning a round Oz trip in and is going to tow the kombi behind until he finds somewhere restrictive he wants to go.

 

By the way - I found this link to the Kombis to the Kape trip you did.

 

 

Maybe bring back some nice memories.

 

Cheers,

 

Scott

 

----- Original Message -----

From: neil smith

Sent: Monday, September 07, 2009 10:27 PM

Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australi a] 2wd transmission into a syncro?

 

 

Hi Sam,

 

You may like to give Ron Schmidt a call on (02) 6562 5730.  He is a VW gearbox guru, sells Albins gears and his labour charges are very reasonable.  Ron specialises in kombi gearboxes used in offroad racing buggies but I know he has done Syncro boxes too and he has fitted a diff lock and Albins gears to my gearbox.  He has the proper VW jigs for setting up the crown wheel and pinion so there is no guesswork. He can build it as mild or wild as you want it to be.  Good idea to stop driving before something breaks as parts will be the biggest cost of the rebuild. 

 

Neil.

 

From: heysamuelarnold <me@samarnold. org>
To: Syncro_T3_Australia @yahoogroups. com
Sent: Monday, 31 August, 2009 3:10:42 PM
Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australi a] 2wd transmission into a syncro?

 

Hi Everyone,

I know this is sacrilegious, though unfortunately dollars to spend on my van are short at the moment, and a lot of winding noise is coming from what I assume is the transmission / diff. Best to pull it out before something breaks. And with my viscous completely passive, I am driving a 2wd anyway.

So, my question, does a 2wd 4 or 5 speed easily fit into a syncro? Just remove the prop-shaft? Do you need any other 2wd mounts or??

My plan is until I can save up some $$ and properly rebuild my box, add the taller 3rd and 4th gears and perhaps a LSD or locking diff, I will just put in a cheap 2wd box for a year or two. Which I guess leads me to my last question, does anyone know where I can get a cheap 2wd transmission? Unless of course someone knows of a cheap syncro box floating around somewhere...

Ok, sadly, thanks for your help guys,
Sam.

 

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Brian,
 
Volker went all the way up with his equipment and back and only took 5 minutes of good footage?
 
I cant believe that.
 
He must have hours of awesome stuff.
 
Scott
 
----- Original Message -----
From: Brian Reed
Sent: Thursday, September 17, 2009 10:51 PM
Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] 2wd transmission into a syncro?

 

Hi Scott,

That youtube footage is Volkers compilation of footage from the trip. I think all the participants have it on disc, but I never realized that it had been posted. Good find. It was nice to see it again.

BRIAN REED

FAIRFIELD NATURAL THERAPIES

185 Wingrove St

Fairfield, Vic. 3078

03 9481 5673   0407 319 521

From: Syncro_T3_Australia @yahoogroups. com [mailto:Syncro_ T3_Australia@ yahoogroups. com] On Behalf Of Mr Scott Pitcher
Sent: Thursday, 17 September 2009 10:18 PM
To: Syncro_T3_Australia @yahoogroups. com
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australi a] 2wd transmission into a syncro?

 

Neil,

There is a guy named Terry from Lake Illawarra NSW who wants to do a similar thing to his 74 bay kombi as you have done to yours.

His email address is:

If you are interested in pointing him in the right directions.

He has a large old Bus he is planning a round Oz trip in and is going to tow the kombi behind until he finds somewhere restrictive he wants to go.

By the way - I found this link to the Kombis to the Kape trip you did.

Maybe bring back some nice memories.

Cheers,

Scott

----- Original Message -----

From: neil smith

Sent: Monday, September 07, 2009 10:27 PM

Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australi a] 2wd transmission into a syncro?

 

Hi Sam,

You may like to give Ron Schmidt a call on (02) 6562 5730.  He is a VW gearbox guru, sells Albins gears and his labour charges are very reasonable.  Ron specialises in kombi gearboxes used in offroad racing buggies but I know he has done Syncro boxes too and he has fitted a diff lock and Albins gears to my gearbox.  He has the proper VW jigs for setting up the crown wheel and pinion so there is no guesswork. He can build it as mild or wild as you want it to be.  Good idea to stop driving before something breaks as parts will be the biggest cost of the rebuild. 

Neil.

From: heysamuelarnold <me@samarnold. org>
To: Syncro_T3_Australia @yahoogroups. com
Sent: Monday, 31 August, 2009 3:10:42 PM
Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australi a] 2wd transmission into a syncro?

 

Hi Everyone,

I know this is sacrilegious, though unfortunately dollars to spend on my van are short at the moment, and a lot of winding noise is coming from what I assume is the transmission / diff. Best to pull it out before something breaks. And with my viscous completely passive, I am driving a 2wd anyway.

So, my question, does a 2wd 4 or 5 speed easily fit into a syncro? Just remove the prop-shaft? Do you need any other 2wd mounts or??

My plan is until I can save up some $$ and properly rebuild my box, add the taller 3rd and 4th gears and perhaps a LSD or locking diff, I will just put in a cheap 2wd box for a year or two. Which I guess leads me to my last question, does anyone know where I can get a cheap 2wd transmission? Unless of course someone knows of a cheap syncro box floating around somewhere...

Ok, sadly, thanks for your help guys,
Sam.

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> Brian Reed <breed@bigpond.net.au> wrote:

>
> That youtube footage is Volkers compilation of footage from the trip. I
> think all the participants have it on disc, but I never realized that it
> had
> been posted. Good find. It was nice to see it again.
>
>


Can I get a DVD copy of that?
Phill
(Pick up at DOVW)
29
Brian,
 
I'd love a copy to if there is a chance of that.
 
Thanks,

Scott
 
----- Original Message -----
From: Brian Reed
Sent: Thursday, September 17, 2009 10:51 PM
Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] 2wd transmission into a syncro?

 

Hi Scott,

That youtube footage is Volkers compilation of footage from the trip. I think all the participants have it on disc, but I never realized that it had been posted. Good find. It was nice to see it again.

BRIAN REED

FAIRFIELD NATURAL THERAPIES

185 Wingrove St

Fairfield, Vic. 3078

03 9481 5673   0407 319 521

From: Syncro_T3_Australia @yahoogroups. com [mailto:Syncro_ T3_Australia@ yahoogroups. com] On Behalf Of Mr Scott Pitcher
Sent: Thursday, 17 September 2009 10:18 PM
To: Syncro_T3_Australia @yahoogroups. com
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australi a] 2wd transmission into a syncro?

 

Neil,

There is a guy named Terry from Lake Illawarra NSW who wants to do a similar thing to his 74 bay kombi as you have done to yours.

His email address is:

If you are interested in pointing him in the right directions.

He has a large old Bus he is planning a round Oz trip in and is going to tow the kombi behind until he finds somewhere restrictive he wants to go.

By the way - I found this link to the Kombis to the Kape trip you did.

Maybe bring back some nice memories.

Cheers,

Scott

----- Original Message -----

From: neil smith

Sent: Monday, September 07, 2009 10:27 PM

Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australi a] 2wd transmission into a syncro?

 

Hi Sam,

You may like to give Ron Schmidt a call on (02) 6562 5730.  He is a VW gearbox guru, sells Albins gears and his labour charges are very reasonable.  Ron specialises in kombi gearboxes used in offroad racing buggies but I know he has done Syncro boxes too and he has fitted a diff lock and Albins gears to my gearbox.  He has the proper VW jigs for setting up the crown wheel and pinion so there is no guesswork. He can build it as mild or wild as you want it to be.  Good idea to stop driving before something breaks as parts will be the biggest cost of the rebuild. 

Neil.

From: heysamuelarnold <me@samarnold. org>
To: Syncro_T3_Australia @yahoogroups. com
Sent: Monday, 31 August, 2009 3:10:42 PM
Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australi a] 2wd transmission into a syncro?

 

Hi Everyone,

I know this is sacrilegious, though unfortunately dollars to spend on my van are short at the moment, and a lot of winding noise is coming from what I assume is the transmission / diff. Best to pull it out before something breaks. And with my viscous completely passive, I am driving a 2wd anyway.

So, my question, does a 2wd 4 or 5 speed easily fit into a syncro? Just remove the prop-shaft? Do you need any other 2wd mounts or??

My plan is until I can save up some $$ and properly rebuild my box, add the taller 3rd and 4th gears and perhaps a LSD or locking diff, I will just put in a cheap 2wd box for a year or two. Which I guess leads me to my last question, does anyone know where I can get a cheap 2wd transmission? Unless of course someone knows of a cheap syncro box floating around somewhere...

Ok, sadly, thanks for your help guys,
Sam.

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Hi Scott & Phil,

 

I discovered I don’t have it on disc, but rather on my laptop hard drive. I guess if it is posted on you-tube it is in the public domain now. Any-way I was able to copy it, and a 1000 or so pics, which you can look at (or not) if you like.

 

I’ll have my lap-top with me at old bar, so if any-one else wants a copy, just bring a blank DVD. (File size is ~600Mb)

 

Les, you might also want to post a link to the you-tube video on our site if it’s not there already. (address below).

 

BRIAN REED

FAIRFIELD NATURAL THERAPIES

185 Wingrove St

Fairfield, Vic. 3078

03 9481 5673   0407 319 521

From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Mr Scott Pitcher
Sent: Friday, 18 September 2009 8:00 AM
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] 2wd transmission into a syncro?

 

 

Brian,

 

I'd love a copy to if there is a chance of that.

 

Thanks,


Scott

 

----- Original Message -----

From: Brian Reed

Sent: Thursday, September 17, 2009 10:51 PM

Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australi a] 2wd transmission into a syncro?

 

 

Hi Scott,

That youtube footage is Volkers compilation of footage from the trip. I think all the participants have it on disc, but I never realized that it had been posted. Good find. It was nice to see it again.

BRIAN REED

FAIRFIELD NATURAL THERAPIES

185 Wingrove St

Fairfield, Vic. 3078

03 9481 5673   0407 319 521

From: Syncro_T3_Australia @yahoogroups. com [mailto:Syncro_ T3_Australia@ yahoogroups. com] On Behalf Of Mr Scott Pitcher
Sent: Thursday, 17 September 2009 10:18 PM
To: Syncro_T3_Australia @yahoogroups. com
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australi a] 2wd transmission into a syncro?

 

Neil,

There is a guy named Terry from Lake Illawarra NSW who wants to do a similar thing to his 74 bay kombi as you have done to yours.

His email address is:

If you are interested in pointing him in the right directions.

He has a large old Bus he is planning a round Oz trip in and is going to tow the kombi behind until he finds somewhere restrictive he wants to go.

By the way - I found this link to the Kombis to the Kape trip you did.

Maybe bring back some nice memories.

Cheers,

Scott

----- Original Message -----

From: neil smith

Sent: Monday, September 07, 2009 10:27 PM

Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australi a] 2wd transmission into a syncro?

 

Hi Sam,

You may like to give Ron Schmidt a call on (02) 6562 5730.  He is a VW gearbox guru, sells Albins gears and his labour charges are very reasonable.  Ron specialises in kombi gearboxes used in offroad racing buggies but I know he has done Syncro boxes too and he has fitted a diff lock and Albins gears to my gearbox.  He has the proper VW jigs for setting up the crown wheel and pinion so there is no guesswork. He can build it as mild or wild as you want it to be.  Good idea to stop driving before something breaks as parts will be the biggest cost of the rebuild. 

Neil.

From: heysamuelarnold <me@samarnold. org>
To: Syncro_T3_Australia @yahoogroups. com
Sent: Monday, 31 August, 2009 3:10:42 PM
Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australi a] 2wd transmission into a syncro?

 

Hi Everyone,

I know this is sacrilegious, though unfortunately dollars to spend on my van are short at the moment, and a lot of winding noise is coming from what I assume is the transmission / diff. Best to pull it out before something breaks. And with my viscous completely passive, I am driving a 2wd anyway.

So, my question, does a 2wd 4 or 5 speed easily fit into a syncro? Just remove the prop-shaft? Do you need any other 2wd mounts or??

My plan is until I can save up some $$ and properly rebuild my box, add the taller 3rd and 4th gears and perhaps a LSD or locking diff, I will just put in a cheap 2wd box for a year or two. Which I guess leads me to my last question, does anyone know where I can get a cheap 2wd transmission? Unless of course someone knows of a cheap syncro box floating around somewhere...

Ok, sadly, thanks for your help guys,
Sam.

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Brian, Les and all,

I have posted a link to the video on www.syncro.com.au as well as an approximate map of the route:

http://www.syncro.com.au/kombis-to-the-kape-preview-T3-Syncros-to-Cape-York

Regards
Mark.

PS - just back from German Autofest in Canberra - a great day - we were the only Syncro, and at the end of the day a 2nd T3 turned up - Caravelle GL with NSW reg.



On Sun, Sep 20, 2009 at 6:44 PM, Brian Reed <breed@bigpond.net.au> wrote:

Hi Scott & Phil,

I discovered I don’t have it on disc, but rather on my laptop hard drive. I guess if it is posted on you-tube it is in the public domain now. Any-way I was able to copy it, and a 1000 or so pics, which you can look at (or not) if you like.

I’ll have my lap-top with me at old bar, so if any-one else wants a copy, just bring a blank DVD. (File size is ~600Mb)

Les, you might also want to post a link to the you-tube video on our site if it’s not there already. (address below).

BRIAN REED

FAIRFIELD NATURAL THERAPIES

185 Wingrove St

Fairfield, Vic. 3078

03 9481 5673 0407 319 521

From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Mr Scott Pitcher
Sent: Friday, 18 September 2009 8:00 AM
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] 2wd transmission into a syncro?

Brian,

I'd love a copy to if there is a chance of that.

Thanks,


Scott

----- Original Message -----

From: Brian Reed

Sent: Thursday, September 17, 2009 10:51 PM

Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] 2wd transmission into a syncro?

Hi Scott,

That youtube footage is Volkers compilation of footage from the trip. I think all the participants have it on disc, but I never realized that it had been posted. Good find. It was nice to see it again.

BRIAN REED

FAIRFIELD NATURAL THERAPIES

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From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Mr Scott Pitcher
Sent: Thursday, 17 September 2009 10:18 PM
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] 2wd transmission into a syncro?

Neil,

There is a guy named Terry from Lake Illawarra NSW who wants to do a similar thing to his 74 bay kombi as you have done to yours.

His email address is:

If you are interested in pointing him in the right directions.

He has a large old Bus he is planning a round Oz trip in and is going to tow the kombi behind until he finds somewhere restrictive he wants to go.

By the way - I found this link to the Kombis to the Kape trip you did.

Maybe bring back some nice memories.

Cheers,

Scott

----- Original Message -----

From: neil smith

Sent: Monday, September 07, 2009 10:27 PM

Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] 2wd transmission into a syncro?

Hi Sam,

You may like to give Ron Schmidt a call on (02) 6562 5730. He is a VW gearbox guru, sells Albins gears and his labour charges are very reasonable. Ron specialises in kombi gearboxes used in offroad racing buggies but I know he has done Syncro boxes too and he has fitted a diff lock and Albins gears to my gearbox. He has the proper VW jigs for setting up the crown wheel and pinion so there is no guesswork. He can build it as mild or wild as you want it to be. Good idea to stop driving before something breaks as parts will be the biggest cost of the rebuild.

Neil.

From: heysamuelarnold <me@samarnold.org>
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Monday, 31 August, 2009 3:10:42 PM
Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] 2wd transmission into a syncro?

Hi Everyone,

I know this is sacrilegious, though unfortunately dollars to spend on my van are short at the moment, and a lot of winding noise is coming from what I assume is the transmission / diff. Best to pull it out before something breaks. And with my viscous completely passive, I am driving a 2wd anyway.

So, my question, does a 2wd 4 or 5 speed easily fit into a syncro? Just remove the prop-shaft? Do you need any other 2wd mounts or??

My plan is until I can save up some $$ and properly rebuild my box, add the taller 3rd and 4th gears and perhaps a LSD or locking diff, I will just put in a cheap 2wd box for a year or two. Which I guess leads me to my last question, does anyone know where I can get a cheap 2wd transmission? Unless of course someone knows of a cheap syncro box floating around somewhere...

Ok, sadly, thanks for your help guys,
Sam.

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And, speaking of videos, this one popped up on a US Syncro group – originally from Mike Plompen:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JX1iiqgkILQ

Les

 

From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com [mailto: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com ] On Behalf Of Mark Kofahl
Sent: 20 September 2009 20:23
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] You-tube video

 

 

Brian, Les and all,

I have posted a link to the video on www.syncro.com. au as well as an approximate map of the route:

http://www.syncro. com.au/kombis- to-the-kape- preview-T3- Syncros-to- Cape-York

Regards
Mark.