07-01-2023, 12:39 PM
(This post was last modified: 07-01-2023, 01:08 PM by Mr Beckstar.)
(07-01-2023, 10:39 AM)syncro Wrote: I've just looked at a '74 Australian owner's manual. It says 1000kg with brakes and 600kg without. It does not mention 1600 or 1800, manual or automatic. As this is a genuine VW supplied manual I would tend to believe it.
These owner's manuals are much better than manuals with modern cars. They tell you how to change the oils and service the cars. Modern manuals tell you not to drink the contents of the battery. How stupid are we evolving.
Personally, I would not tow with the automatic without adding an oil cooler. Even with oil cooler, I'm not sure it's a good option.
I recently had my auto rebuilt in my '76 at Dantrans Automotive down at Bankstown. Danny was very knowledgeable on these transmissions and I was super impressed with his attitude. He also said he's been modifying these transmissions for many years even beefing them up for racing purposes! I wish I had asked more questions about that because I can't for the life of me imagine what you'd use a 70's vintage VW automatic transmission in for racing.
Anyway, I suggest you give him a ring and ask what's possible with your auto; I'm sure he'll be able to give you good, practical advice on it.
Dantrans Automotive Link
Chris and Sharyn
1976 Campmobile Adventurer Deluxe 2L Automatic in Riverina Orange named Harry
1971 Kombi 8 Seat Manual in Flipper Blue named Layla
1976 Campmobile Adventurer Deluxe 2L Automatic in Riverina Orange named Harry
1971 Kombi 8 Seat Manual in Flipper Blue named Layla