What are the main benefits of installing a Driveshaft Decoupler in my Syncro?

The Decoupler allows you to switch between 2WD and 4WD on the fly at any speed using a dash-mounted knob. This reduces unnecessary wear on your tires and drive-train while improving your ability to perform tight turns on dry surfaces.

What else do I need to buy to make the decoupler work?

This product is for the decoupler only. You will also need to purchase a Knob & Switch Kit. Additionally, if your Syncro does not have a factory rear differential lock, you must purchase and install the vacuum system to operate the decoupler. If you do have the factory rear locker and console, you will also need an additional bulb for the console.

How difficult is the installation and what tools will I need?

The kit installs in roughly four hours using simple hand tools. Required tools include 13mm and 17mm wrenches and sockets, a Phillips screwdriver, pliers, a drill or Dremel, a soft hammer, a floor jack with six-ton jack stands, and a transmission drain and fill plug tool. We also highly recommend having the Bentley Service Manual on hand.

How does the core charge work for this product?

There is a $1,500 core charge, which is a deposit refunded when you return your transaxle's complete output housing assembly (including the main shaft, coupling sleeve, driveshaft drive flange, and cast aluminum housing). You can process your return through our return portal to receive an RMA.

Driveshaft Decoupler [Syncro Vanagon]

Name: Driveshaft Decoupler [Syncro Vanagon]
SKU: DECOUPLER-AM
Price: 1595.95 USD
Availability: InStock

Driveshaft Decoupler [Syncro Vanagon]

Product:	DECOUPLER-AM
Works With:	1986-1991
Manufacturer:	Quality Aftermarket
Availability:	Only 5 Left in Stock!

$1,595.95

Decoupler Core Charge: $1,500.00

GoWesty is committed to keeping your camper alive and "in the cycle" for as long as humanly possible. Oftentimes, brand-new parts are simply not available anymore, and we must find high-quality used parts to refurbish.

This core charge is a fee you pay in addition to the purchase price of the product. Once you return the item you paid a core charge on, you will be refunded, less any deductions if applicable.

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This driveshaft decoupler is what every Syncro should have been equipped with from the factory. In fact, every Syncro was supposed to come with one, but for cost saving measures (we think) the design was abandoned in favor of the Audi designed all-wheel drive "viscous coupler" approach. Full time all-wheel drive is great, but completely unnecessary for a great majority of Syncro owners. This driveshaft decoupler allows the driver to select between 2WD and 4WD on the fly at any speed via a dash mounted knob. It reduces unnecessary wear on the drive-train and tires and improves the ability to perform tight turns on dry surfaces. Put the choice back in your hands, and get a decoupler. Check out our related article here.

This decoupler kit works with any Syncro transaxle with or without the factory rear locking differential. The kit installs in roughly four hours with simple hand tools, and comes with complete detailed instructions for the job.

Additional parts required: This page is for the decoupler only. You will also need to purchase a Knob & Switch Kit regardless of whether or not your Syncro is equipped with the optional, factory rear locking differential and switch console.

Do you have the factory-equipped rear locking differential?

• If your Syncro is equipped with the factory rear locker and locker console, please also buy the additional bulb you will need for the console.

• If your vehicle is not equipped with a factory rear differential lock, you will also need to purchase and install the vacuum system to operate the decoupler.