Gearbox housing for the Bus

Housing / Complete

The Foundation for the Perfect Drivetrain – A New Housing / Complete for Your VW Bus T2

The transmission housing is the protective skeleton and indispensable carrier of every mechanical power transmission in your classic. When you drive the legendary VW Bus T2, you feel the passion of past decades, which nevertheless requires an intact and stable foundation. Over time, the toll of time, thermal loads, and enormous forces wear down the original transmission housings. Cracks, hairline fractures, or worn bearing seats can jeopardize the precise guidance of the internal components. A high-quality housing / complete offers the ultimate solution here to restore the structural integrity and mechanical reliability your Bulli deserves for the next millennia on the road.

Why is a new transmission housing the be-all and end-all for your classic?

Only when the housing is absolutely dimensionally stable and free of damage can gears, shafts, and bearings mesh precisely. Even if you replace all individual parts – a warped or damaged old transmission housing inevitably leads to premature wear, rough running, and in the worst case, fatal transmission damage. A new housing / complete forms the perfect basis to bring the drivetrain back to factory accuracy and sustainably protect the historical value of your VW Bus T2.

When does a housing / complete become necessary?

There are clear warning signs when you must take action! During an inspection or restoration, pay special attention to the following indicators:

• Visible cracks or oil leakage directly on the housing wall due to material fatigue
• Worn-out or enlarged bearing seats that no longer provide a firm hold
• Damage to threads or flange surfaces after improper disassembly
• An unresolvable transmission damage where metal splinters have irreparably damaged the old housing

How does the replacement and setup work?

These four steps accompany you through the professional replacement of the housing:

• A thorough inventory and disassembly of the entire old transmission
• Chemical cleaning and precise inspection of all reusable internal components
• The careful marriage of transmission internals into the new housing / complete while observing all tolerances
• Professional sealing and installation of fresh oil seal rings before reassembly

Please note that work on the transmission requires absolute precision. Precise adjustment of the backlash and bearing preload in the new housing / complete significantly determines the lifespan and quiet hum during operation.

Which housing suits your Bulli project?

Every T2 bus has its own history and specific requirements for the drivetrain. Whether it's an authentic restoration for historic registration or modified technology for greater performance – choosing the right housing is crucial.

• Original housing variants: They correspond exactly to the historical casting molds and VW specifications to perfectly preserve the original character of your classic car.
• Reinforced or completely overhauled variants: They provide additional reserves for high mileages, camping trips with heavy luggage, or higher-performance engines.