The BEST way to enjoy the shifting experience at a high performance level (not racing) and low RPM's at higher speeds in a 1949 through 1965 Classic Volkswagen Type 1 Beetle and Karmann Ghia is with a PRObuilt Performance Transaxle equipped with *OEM sized Short Axle/Short Spline Axles (SASS) . *(It can fit others, see the Complete Details section for more information).Perfect for a Performance application . Key features of this transaxle are 3.88 Ring and Pinion ,
overdrive 4th, along with new synchros, bearings and seals in a rebuilt
SASS 12 volt platform. It comes with welded gears, steel shift forks,
super diff and heavy duty side plate. All transaxles that come from the PRO's are 12
volt and do not come with OIL. The PRO's recommend This oil from LAT or this on Amazon. You will need 3.5 quarts normally. Product updated 1/18/24 by Pete Related: Can I add Disc Brakes to this transaxle? | What wheels are you wanting to run? | What axles do I have? Tools Needed
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What's included?
OEM 12 volt Case Core New Seals New Gaskets New Bearings New Synchros New One Piece Boots OEM Gear Stack Welded Gears Steel Shift Forks Super Diff Heavy Duty Side Plate OEM checked axles New Powder Coated Axle Tubes New Nose Cone Seal New Reverse Light Switch (Year Specific) New for 2024, German Throw-Out Bearing included and installed Painted
What's recommended?
Picking up the install kit is a must. It comes with seal kits, hardware, axle nuts and seal races .
Billet Bearing caps are also a nice touch and make the installation easy.
The PRO's recommend 85/140wt oil. This oil from LAT or this on Amazon. You will need 3.5 quarts usually.
It
would be wise to update the trans mounts, nose cone seal and shift
coupler/bushing if equipped.
Kewl Features
American Assembled by a PRO with 40 years of experience 3.88 Ring and Pinion Gear Ratios - 378-206-126-.89 This is the shortest axle set up you can use with out modification to the torsion housing. That means that this application will allow for more dish on your wheels than with a Long Axle application. If you have a higher offset wheel application, then a Long Axle Transaxle is needed.
FAQ
Do I need to send in a core? No. The PRO's do not need your core.Does the transaxle come with oil in it? No. Will this transaxle work with my stroked 2 liter engine? No, try this one. Will this fit my type 2? No. Try this one.What starter should I use? 12 volt or self supporting starter. Can I add disc brakes to this? Yes. Check them out here .
What does this product fit? 1949 through 1965 Type 1 Beetle-Bug-Fusca fits 1966 through 1968 Beetle's and Ghia's who want to have more dish in their rear wheels because they would be going from a Long Axle/Short Spline Axle (LASS) to a SASS.
Accessories, check the box to include with your order.
