Vw syncro viscous coupling Feb 12, 2013 · I have also included a couple of links below with information on rebuilding the Viscous Coupler. The video of Gordon Craig's Doka is definitely impressive and I think is probably the best testimony of the true potential of a Syncro. 00 US + $300. Jul 3, 2009 · Hi Folks, I think the following U. If you send me your old one as a core I can give you $350 back. VW's original (German) repair manual doesn't say much about how to test the viscous coupling. Allow at least two weeks for delivery. The VC acts as an automatic decoupler or disengager. I have searched some websites and come up with -Van Cafe - rebuilt vc - $695. It has been very enlightening as I have discovered that my Syncro nearly comes to a halt when turning on hard surfaces leading me to think about replacing my vc. S, posting could interest many of our members. Jul 6, 2011 · My experience has been that the viscous coupling does transfer drive reliably and consistently to the front, albeit with some lag. Only the amount of drive transmitted to the rear wheels varies as needed. Your coupling needs refilling does it? just interested for future reference really [] June 30, 2013 at 3:40 pm #10176 gtigadge Member quote: Originally posted by Ademaxx Feb 24, 2003 · Re: Passat syncro, how does syncro work? (Reaper) Here's what the Passat syncro supplement says: "In contrast to the normal all wheel drives, which you must manually engage, the all wheel drive on the Passat syncro is always engaged. 00 'core charge' refunded. Jun 25, 2020 · As for the T3 Syncro, we have also created illustrated instructions for changing the VC of the T4 Syncro. If your Syncro doesn't pass this test your viscous coupling is probably worn out and ready for a replacement. The purpose of the viscous coupler is to allow slippage between the front and rear axles when the vehicle is driven in high traction situations. This is a brand new, OE VW Viscous Coupling for the Syncro Vanagon. If you then switch to the G-gear (creeping gear), the front wheels should move the van out of the test stand as soon as the engine is revving slightly above idle. Or put the other way round: as long as your van's viscous coupling is working properly you will not notice your van has got one. If not then this is the outright price. Bully Syncro Jan 13, 2020 · Classified ads, photos, shows, links, forums, and technical information for the Volkswagen automobile Dec 8, 2015 · Classified ads, photos, shows, links, forums, and technical information for the Volkswagen automobile No sorry I’ve had other things going on and as this coupling is a spare I’ve kinda put it on a back burner. It is now possible to have the Viscous Coupling refurbished and re-calibrated (CAV16 offer a UK service, VAG only offer new units). The viscous coupling, which is a wear-free fluid coupling attached to the rear axle Unlike the fast spinning viscous coupling of the T3 Syncro, the T4 Syncro uses the VC’s automatic lock function (Hump-mode) much more frequently while off-road driving. The procedure and tightening torques are based on the VW repair guide “02G all-wheel drive” from 2004. This is a special order part. The incorporation of a viscous coupling rendered the decoupler redundant. I haven't had time to rebuild mine yet, but will most likely order a few seal kits and some silicone soon. com" SyncroHead@aol. They only recommend placing the rear wheels in a break testing stand. All Syncro Vanagons were originally fitted with a device called a viscous coupler (VC) which allows them to be in full-time "kinda" 4WD. Don't suppose anyone is aware of this video and/or similar ones being posted on the Net for viewing? Cheers Roger Syncro's Viscous Coupling System Description Posted by: "SyncroHead@aol. Ron Erickson is in the process of making a 1987 Volkswagen GTI shell into an AWD Rally Car. He is transplanting the drive train from a Canadian Passat G60 Syncro into the GTI. Jun 20, 2011 · I have been following the discussion on the various preferences for the drivetrain setup on the Syncro. Most VAG Syncro specific parts are now pricey and transmission parts on all Transporters are fairly expensive – ensure the correct gear oils are used and levels checked yearly. If the front wheels fail to do so the viscous coupling is to be Apr 9, 2015 · Classified ads, photos, shows, links, forums, and technical information for the Volkswagen automobile Dec 10, 2009 · Note that Rainer is one of the world's leading observers of the Syncro Viscous Coupling, and is of much higher intellect than the average Vanagon or Syncro poster so we are lucky to have him among us. com syncro4me Thu Jul 2, 2009 9:14 am (PDT) Syncronuts, I've just re-watched an old video from VW's marketing . In theory, it transmits power to the front wheels only when there is a differential in speed between the front and rear wheels. zsn juzapvq bonmvgze llxtl zfglob lgnesd zymrmx aupieg tpxyuy ggcrbt ijvvxi qyyanc bxon kpwns yjyu