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The outer part of a constant velocity joint

In a Syncro drivetrain, a driveshaft decoupler disconnects the prop shaft so the front axle is no longer driven through it; it is not the front differential lock. A Gerry discussion on 16 May 2004 compares the original non-viscous-coupling layout, which used a driveshaft decoupler, with viscous-coupling Syncros while debating front-lock behavior. The thread is historical community discussion, not a retrofit procedure; identify the drivetrain configuration before interpreting parts or controls.

A short axle used in the rear suspension of a vehicle

A rubber or plastic component that reduces friction in the rear wishbone

Chrome that has been damaged by water or age, resulting in small blemishes.

Protective component for the rear inner fender of a Vanagon

Term referring to the smaller rear axle nut and reduction box design used in pre-1964 VW Buses

Slang term for lowering a vehicle's suspension

A device in the front differential of a Syncro that provides the switching action between the rear diff/wheels and the front.

The outer casing of the gearbox