LAC - Which version of Quattro was the Synchro

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I don't know which car you're referring to in your post, but the
Quantum Syncro aka VW Passat Syncro (B2 chassis) was pretty much
exactly the same as the type 85 Audi 4kq/80q/90q of the same era.

If you're talking about a Vanagon Syncro or a Golf Syncro, I have
no idea- I think those were viscous coupling systems in those two
vehicles.

Taka

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From: quattro-admin at audifans.com [mailto:quattro-admin at audifans.com]On
Behalf Of Mihnea Cotet
Sent: Thursday, April 19, 2001 4:07 PM
To: quattro at audifans.com
Subject: LAC - Which version of Quattro was the Synchro


The Syncro was none of them.

Actually, it's got a center diff that disengages the rear transmission from
the engine via a second clutch during deceleration. It's only a
snow-starting help, but not as useful as the 5k quattro or even as the
TorSen quattro, which, for me is a real crap, as it's more dangerous on snow
as the first generation of the quattro systems (80-88). A friend of mine
nearly hit a house while attempting to corner a 90 degree crossroad at about
50 mph on snow. The 4-2 downshift and full throttle didn't work, nor did the
handbrake and steering wheel help at all. He was just going straight ahead
towards that house. The only thing that helped him not hit the house was the
pavement border that was about 5 feet from the house and that stopped him.
With a pre-88 quattro system, I never had such problems, as I love a lot
playing with my quattro on snow, which is really rare here in Belgium.

Here was my quattro testimonial..

Mihnea
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