Introducing the Van Cafe rear drive axle for 1980-91 Vanagons with manual transmission
- 2WD and 4WD vans with manual transmissions
- Engineered and manufactured to stock specifications
- 944 joints are preferred for vans with suspension lifts
Includes:
- New drive axle
- (2) German 944 CV joints (greater articulation than stock!)
- (2) CV boots
- (12) 12-point CV bolts
- (2) CV molybdenum grease packs
Some customers reuse their serrated washers if they still have the concave property to them. If your washers are worn out, and you need new ones, they are available here.
If you need the left (driver) side axle, please click here.
If you want to order this kit with the premium Rockford boot, please click here.
Notes: These axles have extensive testing in our shop Van that's running 165 horsepower, and we feel confident in their quality. We will warranty breakage of these axles in Vans up to 165 HP under normal driving conditions. Syncros have caused most axle breakage that we've seen over the years, with uprated motors lifting a wheel while offroading and overloading the opposite axle. We cannot extend the warranty to these situations.
These axles are shipped in raw steel. We highly recommend proper finishing to maximize the longevity and aesthetic of your application. On the flip-side, you could be the first on your block to color match your axles to your van!
Note: As stated in the Bentley factory service manual (page 42.8), your CV joints will need to be installed onto these axles with a press and a bit of anti-seize. New axles are machined to exacting tolerances and are a tight interference fit with the joint. Please be prepared for this step of the installation. Trying to pound them on will only lead to much frustration!
