VW Bug Bus Transaxle Comparison

This is a side by side visual comparison of a Volkswagen Beetle trans axle and a Volkswagen Bus/Van trans axle to help you identify which is which instantly. The VW Bus transaxle is idea for off road use in dune buggies. They have a very low 1st gear that makes them an excellent choice for hill climbing.
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[@adlerarmory8382]

Love the repurposed 81mm Mortar Ammunition Can behind the fuel tank. (I got routed here researching 002 vs 005 vs 091)

[@MrThegabbster]

That dam bob ring Redis every where. Dang

[@travmoo86]

Are these as cores worth anything? Long story how I came into one. Been told it’s got racing gears but reverse is out. From reading it’s a “002”? The guy was involved in dune buggy racing.

[@AxelPowersGarage]

Yes! The core is worth $150 cd. I delivered a trans axle personally to avoid expensive shipping charges. Now, it just so happened that I was going to be passing by AVR Import Specialties in Abbotsford British Columbia and they took the core in and handed my $150 cd cash on the spot.
Maybe if you check around you may be able find a VW parts supplier closer to home. This the guys in Abbotsford BC. avrparts.com/ The next link is for California Import Parts in the USA. www.cip1.ca/ Check around on the internet and maybe you will find some air cooled V-Dub parts people closer to your home. Good luck!
P.S. Reverse is the weakest gear in a VW transaxle. Always treat reverse with respect. ranchotransaxles.com/

[@travmoo86]

@@AxelPowersGarage Thank you so much for that information. I will research if there is anyone in my general area. I’m somewhat near St.Louis.

[@harolddalesr8365]

Very little sound

[@jpkat5028]

What was the cost?

[@AxelPowersGarage]

The new transaxle was around $2600.00.