What kind of car is a Volkswagen transaxle?
Part # Description GT 136166 61-66 VW Type I & III transaxle, swing, GT 136768 67-68 VW Type I & III transaxle, swing, GT 136970 69-70 VW Type I & III transaxle, IRS, 12 GT 137172 71-72 VW Type I & III transaxle, IRS, 12
How long does it take to replace a VW transaxle?
Volume 5: Features the removal and replacement of older Volkswagen swing axle transmission and the newer Independent Rear Suspension (I.R.S.) transmission. 105 minutes. All the decisions and aspects of when you are either rebuilding a transaxle, or exchanging it.
What kind of transmission plate does a VW Beetle use?
This HD Side Plate fits IRS VW Beetles, Ghias, and Type 3s. This plate replaces the stock thrust side cover to prevent flexing damage. VW Bug Transaxle Detent Plug Kit replaces the original detent plugs in the transmission when complete servicing is necessary.
When to replace transaxle plugs on VW Bug?
This plate replaces the stock thrust side cover to prevent flexing damage. VW Bug Transaxle Detent Plug Kit replaces the original detent plugs in the transmission when complete servicing is necessary. The detent plugs must be removed when the shift selector forks require attention and new detent plugs must be installed.
What happens when you shift gears in a VW transaxle?
Notice how the gears on the pinion shaft (lower) reverse direction as the transmission is put into neutral and then reverse. When you shift gears, the transmission has to switch from one set of gears to another. During this time, the engine has dropped in speed because you’ve put your foot on the clutch and disengaged the clutch from the flywheel.
What kind of transmission does a transaxle have?
Air Cooled transaxles get all new synchos, German main shaft bearings and a bushed carrier housing. Nosecone included. Also see Hi-Performance Transmissions. Also see ’72 and later Bus Transmissions. Also see Water cooled Transmissions. We have no Automatic Transmissions available.