05-01-2023, 09:02 AM
Yes, they are rated for 600 kg towing with an auto according to a 77 manual I have. They are a later gearbox that I think came from a Golf so might be a better design.
I have just been looking at a copy of the 75 manual and that would be the 1800 engine (2 litre and later auto came out in 1976) and the older auto trans and it states 600 kg for an auto transmission. Seems to depend on which source you use. I am fairly certain the autos only came out in Australia with a Type IV engine even though the manual trans had the option of a 1600 Type 1 engine (cheaper). Regardless I would take it easy especially on a hot day.
Adrian
I have just been looking at a copy of the 75 manual and that would be the 1800 engine (2 litre and later auto came out in 1976) and the older auto trans and it states 600 kg for an auto transmission. Seems to depend on which source you use. I am fairly certain the autos only came out in Australia with a Type IV engine even though the manual trans had the option of a 1600 Type 1 engine (cheaper). Regardless I would take it easy especially on a hot day.
Adrian
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1975 Kombi The Doctor
1976 Dual Cab Bumble Bee
1974 Microbus Matilda (parts bus)
+1975 Kombi The Doctor
1976 Dual Cab Bumble Bee
1974 Microbus Matilda (parts bus)