What is a VW IRS transmission?

I.R.S. (Independent Rear Suspension) IRS transmissions use solid axle shafts to connect the wheels to the transmission via CV joints at either end of the axles. IRS axles easily can be identified by the 2 CV boots on opposite ends of the drive shafts.

What is the difference between a Type 1 and Type 2 VW bus?

Type 2 “Upright” Engine: Early Type 2s were fitted with Type 1 engines. The engines were essentially interchangeable, but since the Transporter was a heavier vehicle which needed more power to move, they typically had a larger sized engine in any given model year.

How can you tell if a transmission is DSG?

To tell if your vehicle has DSG, there’s one very easy test – simply look at the top of your gearstick! If your vehicle has DSG, you’ll see these three initials embossed on the top of the stick (or sometimes on the body of the stick, facing the rear of the vehicle).

Who makes VW DSG gearbox?

the Volkswagen Group
In simple terms, a DSG automates two separate “manual” gearboxes (and clutches) contained within one housing and working as one unit. It was designed by BorgWarner and is licensed to the Volkswagen Group, with support by IAV GmbH.

When did VW switch from swing axle to IRS?

Swing axle production ended in July 2003. VWoA stopped selling swing axle in 68 as Glen stated. They instead sold only cars with the Porsche type IRS. All of the nasty handling problems that swing axle cars have, were completely eliminated with IRS.

Is IRS axle better than swing?

For all forms of racing, IRS is superior. Swing axle isn’t “10 times better” and it isn’t stronger. The only advantage swing axle has in drag racing is that its cheaper to make strong enough to survive. An IRS can be made to survive by using 930 Turbo CV joints, type 2 output stubs, SAW axles.

What is a Type 2 VW bus?

The Volkswagen Type 2, known officially (depending on body type) as the Transporter, Kombi or Microbus, or, informally, as the Bus (US), Camper (UK) or Bulli (Germany), is a forward control light commercial vehicle introduced in 1950 by the German automaker Volkswagen as its second car model.