Speedo

1

Reposted from a reply to Ben Tan:

Ben,

When I pulled the panel out, I found that a spur gear had moved along its shaft and disengaged.  The gear is nylon and is a push fit; it has no retainer.  I pushed it back into engagement and the odometer now functions.

Most of the replies suggested that the speedo is driven at wheel speed and is not related to the gear ration of the diff.  What I have not done is check ETKA to see if there are different speedos for different gear ratios.  Following your prompt, I will do so.

Best wishes for 2011 Ben and thanks for the many valuable contributions that you have made to the group over the years.

Les

Sent from my now-functioning odometer.

(I have just looked at ETKA and it shows only two speedos – one in MPH and one in KPH.   I am not entirely sure about this but Phill holds all of the several versions of ETKA that we use.  Phill, can you add anything to this?)

From: BenT Syncro [mailto:syncro@gmail.com]
Sent: 30 December 2010 08:45
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Cc: leslieharris@optusnet.com.au
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Instrument Cluster

 

Les,

 

A recent discussion started on the Vanagon List got me thinking to revisit this thread.

 

Apparently, the speedometer drive is matched to the gear ratio. It would interesting to confirm this via differing part numbers.

 

 

BenT

 

2
Les,
Very useful info re finding the displaced spur gear.

So when it is said, "only ever reset the odometer when vehicle is NOT in motion otherwise the odometer may malfunction" and having now inspected and made your discovery, do you feel this displacement of the spur gear may prove to be the root cause of a typical odometer malfunction? It's an interesting and valuable point, I'm unaware anyone has ever discovered nor reported findings on this issue. Also, do you feel then that with some tinkering with bits and pieces, one could create/fit a retainer. Is there space?

Cheers.
Ken

To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
From: leslieharris@optusnet.com.au
Date: Thu, 30 Dec 2010 11:24:35 +1100
Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Speedo

 

Reposted from a reply to Ben Tan:

Ben,

When I pulled the panel out, I found that a spur gear had moved along its shaft and disengaged.  The gear is nylon and is a push fit; it has no retainer.  I pushed it back into engagement and the odometer now functions.

Most of the replies suggested that the speedo is driven at wheel speed and is not related to the gear ration of the diff.  What I have not done is check ETKA to see if there are different speedos for different gear ratios.  Following your prompt, I will do so.

Best wishes for 2011 Ben and thanks for the many valuable contributions that you have made to the group over the years.

Les

Sent from my now-functioning odometer.

(I have just looked at ETKA and it shows only two speedos – one in MPH and one in KPH.   I am not entirely sure about this but Phill holds all of the several versions of ETKA that we use.  Phill, can you add anything to this?)

From: BenT Syncro [mailto:syncro@gmail.com]
Sent: 30 December 2010 08:45
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Cc: leslieharris@optusnet.com.au
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Instrument Cluster

 

Les,

 

A recent discussion started on the Vanagon List got me thinking to revisit this thread.

 

Apparently, the speedometer drive is matched to the gear ratio. It would interesting to confirm this via differing part numbers.

 

 

BenT

 


3
Les,
Very useful info re finding the displaced spur gear.

So when it is said, "only ever reset the odometer when vehicle is NOT in motion otherwise the odometer may malfunction" and having now inspected and made your discovery, do you feel this displacement of the spur gear may prove to be the root cause of a typical odometer malfunction? It's an interesting and valuable point, I'm unaware anyone has ever discovered nor reported findings on this issue. Also, do you feel then that with some tinkering with bits and pieces, one could create/fit a retainer. Is there space?

Cheers.
Ken

To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
From: leslieharris@optusnet.com.au
Date: Thu, 30 Dec 2010 11:24:35 +1100
Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Speedo

 

Reposted from a reply to Ben Tan:

Ben,

When I pulled the panel out, I found that a spur gear had moved along its shaft and disengaged.  The gear is nylon and is a push fit; it has no retainer.  I pushed it back into engagement and the odometer now functions.

Most of the replies suggested that the speedo is driven at wheel speed and is not related to the gear ration of the diff.  What I have not done is check ETKA to see if there are different speedos for different gear ratios.  Following your prompt, I will do so.

Best wishes for 2011 Ben and thanks for the many valuable contributions that you have made to the group over the years.

Les

Sent from my now-functioning odometer.

(I have just looked at ETKA and it shows only two speedos – one in MPH and one in KPH.   I am not entirely sure about this but Phill holds all of the several versions of ETKA that we use.  Phill, can you add anything to this?)

From: BenT Syncro [mailto:syncro@gmail.com]
Sent: 30 December 2010 08:45
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Cc: leslieharris@optusnet.com.au
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Instrument Cluster

 

Les,

 

A recent discussion started on the Vanagon List got me thinking to revisit this thread.

 

Apparently, the speedometer drive is matched to the gear ratio. It would interesting to confirm this via differing part numbers.

 

 

BenT

 


4

Ken,

Yes, indeed I have several times pushed the reset while the vehicle was in motion and this would arrest the mechanism while the cable was still driving it.  This could well have induced the gear to move outwards along the shaft. This tendency would be accelerated if there was even the slightest wear on the teeth which could provide a ramping effect.

One of the Loctite range would probably provide enough grip so long as the reset is not used while traveling. 

Les

 

From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com [mailto: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com ] On Behalf Of Ken Garratt
Sent: 30 December 2010 12:17
To: Syncro _T3_Australia forum
Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Speedo

 

 

Les,
Very useful info re finding the displaced spur gear.

So when it is said, "only ever reset the odometer when vehicle is NOT in motion otherwise the odometer may malfunction" and having now inspected and made your discovery, do you feel this displacement of the spur gear may prove to be the root cause of a typical odometer malfunction? It's an interesting and valuable point, I'm unaware anyone has ever discovered nor reported findings on this issue. Also, do you feel then that with some tinkering with bits and pieces, one could create/fit a retainer. Is there space?

Cheers.
Ken

5
Message
Try this link;
 
 
Ralph
 

...when you have eliminated the impossible, whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth.

 

-----Original Message-----
From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Les Harris
Sent: Thursday, 30 December 2010 2:27 p.m.
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Speedo

 

Ken,

Yes, indeed I have several times pushed the reset while the vehicle was in motion and this would arrest the mechanism while the cable was still driving it.  This could well have induced the gear to move outwards along the shaft. This tendency would be accelerated if there was even the slightest wear on the teeth which could provide a ramping effect.

One of the Loctite range would probably provide enough grip so long as the reset is not used while traveling. 

Les

From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com [mailto: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com ] On Behalf Of Ken Garratt
Sent: 30 December 2010 12:17
To: Syncro _T3_Australia forum
Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Speedo

 

Les,
Very useful info re finding the displaced spur gear.

So when it is said, "only ever reset the odometer when vehicle is NOT in motion otherwise the odometer may malfunction" and having now inspected and made your discovery, do you feel this displacement of the spur gear may prove to be the root cause of a typical odometer malfunction? It's an interesting and valuable point, I'm unaware anyone has ever discovered nor reported findings on this issue. Also, do you feel then that with some tinkering with bits and pieces, one could create/fit a retainer. Is there space?

Cheers.
Ken

6
Les,
Excellent finding and I'll remember this for the future. Live and learn eh.

I love the following simplistic instruction found in the user manual:

"The trip recorder can be zeroed by pressing the knob in the speedometer dial."

A shame they didn't expand on that and add an appropriate warning as well.

Ken

To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
From: leslieharris@optusnet.com.au
Date: Thu, 30 Dec 2010 12:27:20 +1100
Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Speedo

 

Ken,

Yes, indeed I have several times pushed the reset while the vehicle was in motion and this would arrest the mechanism while the cable was still driving it.  This could well have induced the gear to move outwards along the shaft. This tendency would be accelerated if there was even the slightest wear on the teeth which could provide a ramping effect.

One of the Loctite range would probably provide enough grip so long as the reset is not used while traveling. 

Les

 

From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Ken Garratt
Sent: 30 December 2010 12:17
To: Syncro _T3_Australia forum
Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Speedo

 

 

Les,
Very useful info re finding the displaced spur gear.

So when it is said, "only ever reset the odometer when vehicle is NOT in motion otherwise the odometer may malfunction" and having now inspected and made your discovery, do you feel this displacement of the spur gear may prove to be the root cause of a typical odometer malfunction? It's an interesting and valuable point, I'm unaware anyone has ever discovered nor reported findings on this issue. Also, do you feel then that with some tinkering with bits and pieces, one could create/fit a retainer. Is there space?

Cheers.
Ken

7
Ralph,
I just knew you would come to the rescue! Well found indeed!

I see another useful cut and paste link there is:

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=292298&postdays=0&postorder=asc&highlight=odometer&start=0

Cheers.

Ken

 

To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
From: rrmoss@xtra.co.nz
Date: Thu, 30 Dec 2010 14:41:11 +1300
Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Speedo

 

Try this link;
 
 
Ralph
 

...when you have eliminated the impossible, whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth.

 

-----Original Message-----
From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Les Harris
Sent: Thursday, 30 December 2010 2:27 p.m.
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Speedo

 

Ken,

Yes, indeed I have several times pushed the reset while the vehicle was in motion and this would arrest the mechanism while the cable was still driving it.  This could well have induced the gear to move outwards along the shaft. This tendency would be accelerated if there was even the slightest wear on the teeth which could provide a ramping effect.

One of the Loctite range would probably provide enough grip so long as the reset is not used while traveling. 

Les

From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Ken Garratt
Sent: 30 December 2010 12:17
To: Syncro _T3_Australia forum
Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Speedo

 

Les,
Very useful info re finding the displaced spur gear.

So when it is said, "only ever reset the odometer when vehicle is NOT in motion otherwise the odometer may malfunction" and having now inspected and made your discovery, do you feel this displacement of the spur gear may prove to be the root cause of a typical odometer malfunction? It's an interesting and valuable point, I'm unaware anyone has ever discovered nor reported findings on this issue. Also, do you feel then that with some tinkering with bits and pieces, one could create/fit a retainer. Is there space?

Cheers.
Ken


8

Ralph,

I opened the link but the pictures did not open.  Did you get the pictures to open?  If so, could you please send them to me?

Thanks

Les

 

From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com [mailto: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com ] On Behalf Of Ralph Roden
Sent: 30 December 2010 12:41
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Speedo

 

 

Try this link;

 

 

Ralph

 

...when you have eliminated the impossible, whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth.

 

-----Original Message-----
From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com [mailto: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com ] On Behalf Of Les Harris
Sent: Thursday, 30 December 2010 2:27 p.m.
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Speedo

 

Ken,

Yes, indeed I have several times pushed the reset while the vehicle was in motion and this would arrest the mechanism while the cable was still driving it.  This could well have induced the gear to move outwards along the shaft. This tendency would be accelerated if there was even the slightest wear on the teeth which could provide a ramping effect.

One of the Loctite range would probably provide enough grip so long as the reset is not used while traveling. 

Les

From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com [mailto: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com ] On Behalf Of Ken Garratt
Sent: 30 December 2010 12:17
To: Syncro _T3_Australia forum
Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Speedo

 

Les,
Very useful info re finding the displaced spur gear.

So when it is said, "only ever reset the odometer when vehicle is NOT in motion otherwise the odometer may malfunction" and having now inspected and made your discovery, do you feel this displacement of the spur gear may prove to be the root cause of a typical odometer malfunction? It's an interesting and valuable point, I'm unaware anyone has ever discovered nor reported findings on this issue. Also, do you feel then that with some tinkering with bits and pieces, one could create/fit a retainer. Is there space?

Cheers.
Ken

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Hi Les,
 
The first few pictures don't show (I think they have been deleted at their source?) but the posts further down have pictures and show you the fix, especially the one from Tencentlife.
 
Ralph 
 
 
 -----Original Message-----
From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Les Harris
Sent: Thursday, 30 December 2010 4:04 p.m.
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Speedo

 

Ralph,

I opened the link but the pictures did not open.  Did you get the pictures to open?  If so, could you please send them to me?

Thanks

Les

From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com [mailto: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com ] On Behalf Of Ralph Roden
Sent: 30 December 2010 12:41
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Speedo

 

Try this link;

Ralph

...when you have eliminated the impossible, whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth.

-----Original Message-----
From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com [mailto: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com ] On Behalf Of Les Harris
Sent: Thursday, 30 December 2010 2:27 p.m.
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Speedo

 

Ken,

Yes, indeed I have several times pushed the reset while the vehicle was in motion and this would arrest the mechanism while the cable was still driving it.  This could well have induced the gear to move outwards along the shaft. This tendency would be accelerated if there was even the slightest wear on the teeth which could provide a ramping effect.

One of the Loctite range would probably provide enough grip so long as the reset is not used while traveling. 

Les

From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com [mailto: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com ] On Behalf Of Ken Garratt
Sent: 30 December 2010 12:17
To: Syncro _T3_Australia forum
Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Speedo

 

Les,
Very useful info re finding the displaced spur gear.

So when it is said, "only ever reset the odometer when vehicle is NOT in motion otherwise the odometer may malfunction" and having now inspected and made your discovery, do you feel this displacement of the spur gear may prove to be the root cause of a typical odometer malfunction? It's an interesting and valuable point, I'm unaware anyone has ever discovered nor reported findings on this issue. Also, do you feel then that with some tinkering with bits and pieces, one could create/fit a retainer. Is there space?

Cheers.
Ken

10
Many many years ago (maybe about 12) I fixed mine with Loctite Quick Metal press fit repair. Been working fine ever since.

Still got the little tube here, might as well throw it out as it has gone hard. 

Bruce

On 30/12/2010, at 11:27 AM, Les Harris wrote:

 

Ken,

Yes, indeed I have several times pushed the reset while the vehicle was in motion and this would arrest the mechanism while the cable was still driving it.  This could well have induced the gear to move outwards along the shaft. This tendency would be accelerated if there was even the slightest wear on the teeth which could provide a ramping effect.

One of the Loctite range would probably provide enough grip so long as the reset is not used while traveling. 

Les

 

From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com ] On Behalf Of Ken Garratt
Sent: 30 December 2010 12:17
To: Syncro _T3_Australia forum
Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Speedo

 

 

Les,
Very useful info re finding the displaced spur gear.

So when it is said, "only ever reset the odometer when vehicle is NOT in motion otherwise the odometer may malfunction" and having now inspected and made your discovery, do you feel this displacement of the spur gear may prove to be the root cause of a typical odometer malfunction? It's an interesting and valuable point, I'm unaware anyone has ever discovered nor reported findings on this issue. Also, do you feel then that with some tinkering with bits and pieces, one could create/fit a retainer. Is there space?

Cheers.
Ken



11
Hi there,

Just got back from a trip down the Mornington Peninsula. For us Melburnians the new Peninsula Link has just brought it a whole lot closer (Northcote to Balnarring in a whisker over 1 hour with zero traffic lights).

The speedo thing seems to be catching, though, as despite recent good behaviour from our Syncro the speedo died while down there. Just wondering how to determine whether it's the cable that's gone or whether we need to replace the whole unit. Sadly I realise that these are Syncro-specific parts.

Thanks for your thoughts,

Francesca.
12
Is it the speedo or just the odometer.

Normally if it is the complete speedo it is just a broken cable or drive gear.

Phill



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"Syncro_T3_Australia" <Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com>
Cc:

Sent:
Fri, 25 Jan 2013 19:08:08 +1100
Subject:
[Syncro_T3_Australia] Speedo


Hi there,

Just got back from a trip down the Mornington Peninsula. For us Melburnians the new Peninsula Link has just brought it a whole lot closer (Northcote to Balnarring in a whisker over 1 hour with zero traffic lights).

The speedo thing seems to be catching, though, as despite recent good behaviour from our Syncro the speedo died while down there. Just wondering how to determine whether it's the cable that's gone or whether we need to replace the whole unit Sadly I realise that these are Syncro-specific parts.

Thanks for your thoughts,

Francesca.

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Hi Phill,

Good point. It is both the speedo and the odometer, suddenly and without warning.

Are the cables just the regular T3 ones? I assume so.

Thanks,

Francesca.
--- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, plander@... wrote:
>
> Is it the speedo or just the odometer.
>
> Normally if it is the complete speedo it is just a broken cable or
> drive gear.
>
> Phill
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> To:"Syncro_T3_Australia"
> Cc:
> Sent:Fri, 25 Jan 2013 19:08:08 +1100
> Subject:[Syncro_T3_Australia] Speedo
>
> Â
>
> Hi there,
>
> Just got back from a trip down the Mornington Peninsula. For us
> Melburnians the new Peninsula Link has just brought it a whole lot
> closer (Northcote to Balnarring in a whisker over 1 hour with zero
> traffic lights).
>
> The speedo thing seems to be catching, though, as despite recent good
> behaviour from our Syncro the speedo died while down there. Just
> wondering how to determine whether it's the cable that's gone or
> whether we need to replace the whole unit. Sadly I realise that these
> are Syncro-specific parts.
>
> Thanks for your thoughts,
>
> Francesca.
>
> -------------------------
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> Links:
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> [1]
> http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Syncro_T3_Australia/post;_ylc=X3oDMTJyODJpa25nBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE0BGdycElkAzEzMjY3MzE1BGdycHNwSWQDMTcwOTkyNjI0MARtc2dJZAMyMDE0MwRzZWMDZnRyBHNsawNycGx5BHN0aW1lAzEzNTkxMDEyOTA-?act=reply&messageNum=20143
> [2] mailto:fcoles6@...?subject=Re%3A%20Speedo
> [3] mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com?subject=Re%3A%20Speedo
> [4]
> http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Syncro_T3_Australia/post;_ylc=X3oDMTJmYWFwZTYwBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE0BGdycElkAzEzMjY3MzE1BGdycHNwSWQDMTcwOTkyNjI0MARzZWMDZnRyBHNsawNudHBjBHN0aW1lAzEzNTkxMDEyOTA-
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14

No, it drives from the front diff.  Talk to Lloyd.

Les

From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Francesca
Sent: 25 January 2013 20:25
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Speedo


Hi Phill,

Good point. It is both the speedo and the odometer, suddenly and without warning.

Are the cables just the regular T3 ones? I assume so.

Thanks,

Francesca.

15
No, syncro is different from 2wd.



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To:
<Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com>
Cc:

Sent:
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Subject:
[Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Speedo



Hi Phill,

Good point. It is both the speedo and the odometer, suddenly and without warning.

Are the cables just the regular T3 ones? I assume so.

Thanks,

Francesca.
--- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, plander@... wrote:
>
> Is it the speedo or just the odometer.
>
> Normally if it is the complete speedo it is just a broken cable or
> drive gear.
>
> Phill
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> To:"Syncro_T3_Australia"
> Cc:
> Sent:Fri, 25 Jan 2013 19:08:08 +1100
> Subject:[Syncro_T3_Australia] Speedo
>
> Â
>
> Hi there,
>
> Just got back from a trip down the Mornington Peninsula. For us
> Melburnians the new Peninsula Link has just brought it a whole lot
> closer (Northcote to Balnarring in a whisker over 1 hour with zero
> traffic lights).
>
> The speedo thing seems to be catching, though, as despite recent good
> behaviour from our Syncro the speedo died while down there. Just
> wondering how to determine whether it's the cable that's gone or
> whether we need to replace the whole unit. Sadly I realise that these
> are Syncro-specific parts.
>
> Thanks for your thoughts,
>
> Francesca.
>
> -------------------------
> Email sent using Optus Webmail
>
> Links:
> ------
> [1]
> http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Syncro_T3_Australia/post;_ylc=X3oDMTJyODJpa25nBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE0BGdycElkAzEzMjY3MzE1BGdycHNwSWQDMTcwOTkyNjI0MARtc2dJZAMyMDE0MwRzZWMDZnRyBHNsawNycGx5BHN0aW1lAzEzNTkxMDEyOTA-?act=reply&messageNum=20143
> [2] mailto:fcoles6@...?subject=Re%3A%20Speedo
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> [4]
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Ah, right. I guess that makes sense. The hunt begins...

Thanks,

Francesca.

--- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, "Les Harris" wrote:
>
> No, it drives from the front diff. Talk to Lloyd.
>
> Les
>
> _____
>
> From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> [mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Francesca
> Sent: 25 January 2013 20:25
> To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Speedo
>
>
> Hi Phill,
>
> Good point. It is both the speedo and the odometer, suddenly and without
> warning.
>
> Are the cables just the regular T3 ones? I assume so.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Francesca.
>
17

I have just had this come in from Darryl Robins:

 

G'Day Les

Decided to sell my Syncro, see details attached For Sale

1989 Volkswagen 4WD Syncro , Low Km

Fully Equipped Safari Camper Pop Top,

3 way fridge,

Sink,

Stove,

HWS/shower,

Microwave,

Aux Fuel Tank,

sleeps 2 + 2,

CB Radio,

SatNav + Rev Camera,

Airconditioning,

Power Steering,

Rear Diff lock,

Decoupler,

CV Joint Protectors

15” Wheels,

2 x Rear Mounted Spare Wheel Carriers with Tyre Covers,

Front Panel Protector Bra,

TowBar,

Fiammi awning,

Roo Bar,

Driving Lights Dual Batteries,

Solar Panel,

battery charger,

inverter,

Workshop Manual,

Recent motor, gearbox & diff overhaul

Ready to Tour

$25,500

 

Ring Darryl – 0427186 771

Perth, Western Australia

 

18
Hi Les,  wonder if this one is the Super Syncro out of Freemantle, can you remember ? Few years ago it changed hands almost new at the time.... Hart




On 25/01/2013, at 9:32 PM, Les Harris wrote:

 

I have just had this come in from Darryl Robins:

 

G'Day Les

Decided to sell my Syncro, see details attached For Sale

1989 Volkswagen 4WD Syncro , Low Km

Fully Equipped Safari Camper Pop Top,

3 way fridge,

Sink,

Stove,

HWS/shower,

Microwave,

Aux Fuel Tank,

sleeps 2 + 2,

CB Radio,

SatNav + Rev Camera,

Airconditioning,

Power Steering,

Rear Diff lock,

Decoupler,

CV Joint Protectors

15” Wheels,

2 x Rear Mounted Spare Wheel Carriers with Tyre Covers,

Front Panel Protector Bra,

TowBar,

Fiammi awning,

Roo Bar,

Driving Lights Dual Batteries,

Solar Panel,

battery charger,

inverter,

Workshop Manual,

Recent motor, gearbox & diff overhaul

Ready to Tour

$25,500

 

Ring Darryl – 0427186 771

Perth, Western Australia

 



19

Hart,

Not sure but some of the WA members might add some information.

Les

From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Hartmut
Sent: 26 January 2013 09:54
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Syncro for Sale WA

 

Hi Les, wonder if this one is the Super Syncro out of Freemantle, can you remember?   Few years ago it changed hands almost new at the time.... Hart

 

20
I suggest actual visual inspection and real diagnosis before searching for a part.

the right thing to do is, unclip the speedometer cable from the back of the speedometer ..
and with the front wheels turning ..
look at the upper end of the cable and see if it's turning .

if it's not, I'd undo the bottom end at the front differential ...
if the drive gear is turning there..
it does sound like a speedo cable all right.

I see a lot of people 'decide' what part could be faulty and get that part as the first step ..
which often leads to you getting the wrong part, or one that you don't need, or not all the parts you need, etc.

 
On 1/25/2013 1:56 AM, Francesca wrote:
 

Ah, right. I guess that makes sense. The hunt begins...

Thanks,

Francesca.

--- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, "Les Harris" wrote:
>
> No, it drives from the front diff. Talk to Lloyd.
>
> Les
>
> _____
>
> From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> [mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Francesca
> Sent: 25 January 2013 20:25
> To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Speedo
>
>
> Hi Phill,
>
> Good point. It is both the speedo and the odometer, suddenly and without
> warning.
>
> Are the cables just the regular T3 ones? I assume so.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Francesca.
>