How many paper gaskets split case transmission?

[madflatfour]

I was unable to count the number of paper gaskets on this transmission when it was taken out. How many paper gaskets should I use when installing the axle tubes on this split case transmission? How does one determine, or is there a magic number?

Thanks Mike
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'58 356 Speedster
'59 356 Coupe
'60 Ragtop Beetle
Meyers Manx I

[Matthew Tolbert]

They also act as shims to set the “end play” of the axle tube. You have to do a little trial and error to find the right stack. From what I remember you want a little drag but no too much to cause issues with oiling. Do some searching and maybe someone explains it better.
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Matthew Tolbert
1958 ragtop
1961 doublecab
1965 Notchback S

[Bryan67]

I`m not sure about a split case. But I`ve don a lot of later swingaxles. Start with three gaskets. Put them on dry, tighten the tube down. There should be a very slight drag when you move the tube around. Add or remove gaskets until it`s right. Then take it apart and put a thin coat of ultra grey silicone on the gaskets and flanges for the final assembly.
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[Ovally]

Is it a split case transmission without the plastic packings, called daisy spacers?

On a split case transmission without the plastic packings, the end play of the axle tubes must be 0,4 - 0,6 mm / maximum 0,7 mm
If it is more than 0,7 mm, use a thinner gasket.
Still too much end play? Use no gasket and apply liquid gasket.

Regards, Armand

[Frodge]

Nice Porsche.

[madflatfour]

I do have daisy spacers. Sorry, they weren't in this photo.
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'58 356 Speedster
'59 356 Coupe
'60 Ragtop Beetle
Meyers Manx I

[Ovally]

[madflatfour]

Thank you all, this is the info I was looking for!
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'58 356 Speedster
'59 356 Coupe
'60 Ragtop Beetle
Meyers Manx I

[herbie1200]

[sunroof]

I don't think that wingnut is going to work with the clutch release arm that comes with split case transmissions.

Don
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[nlorntson]

This is what you need

https://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?p=5886493#5886493

[JMkarmann]

Hi,
It's the first time i am doing this.
I had toen mush end float on the original axle tubes even with no gaskets. So i bought new short axles. Now when i mountain these i have to put 14 gaskets so that is not locked up and it's stil not free moving.

What could be my problem.