RE: VW syncro vs. 4000Q

[Joshua Hadler <josh.hadler@everest.com>]

Derek said:
>
> I think I've got the answer to this thread since I seem to remember a full
> VR6 engine swap into a 1992 GTI with a custom syncro drivetrain done by
> Ron's Parts Inc. out in B.C.  This car made it into the Jan. 1996 European
> Car.  The syncro system relies on a viscous coupling which is basically a
> sealed can filled with fluid and a driveshaft.

Nope. Let's try again. Yes, the syncro drivetrain that RPI put into
their GTI I believe was the viscous coupling system. But the original
question that was put to the list was regarding a VW _QUANTUM_ syncro,
which _does_ have the Audi quattro dirvetrain in it. VW released many
models with the syncro badge (only two in the US), most had viscous AWD
systems, but the quantums so badged were quattros thru and thru. "JT" 5
cylinder engine and lockable diffs and all. I consider it a 4000Q wagon.

> Audi content:  This is not the quattro awd system. 

I think we settled this one eh? :)

-Josh2

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                       '87 Quantum Syncro - aka stealth quattro

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