Rear Axle — General Description (VW Transporter T3)

The rear wheels are guided by guide rods. Each rod is connected to the structure by two rubber-metal bearings. The inner support has an elongated hole, which allows for the adjustment of the wheel camber. Shock absorbers are supplied in normal and reinforced versions. The drive force is transmitted by cardan shafts and homokinetic synchronous joints. The wheel hub with a toothed clutch sits on the wheel shaft.

(1) helical spring
(2) cardan shaft
(3) guide rod
(4) rubber-metal bearings of the guide rod
(5) drum brake (self-regulating)
(6) wheel shaft
(7) hub
(8) shock absorber

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Rear Axle — General Description (VW Transporter T3)

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