putting shifter in drive does not go

1984 VOLKSWAGEN VAN
200,000 MILES
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JVARGAS986
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auto tranny, starts, shift to drive and car does not go. shift to other positions results in same no movement
Feb 23, 2012 at 10:51 PM
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EXOVCDS
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Could be a broken driveshaft bearing (CV joint).

Could also be a transmission problem... but I would check the 4 cv joints first (two per side).

Any history with the van? Sitting for some time? Was it OK the day before?
Feb 24, 2012 at 12:04 AM
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DRCRANKNWRENCH
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Sounds like you have a bad input shaft bearing or even a broken shaft. The torque converter could be shot as well or the pump has lost pressure.
In any case you are looking at a full rebuild. Just so you know, go to a repair facility that is a TRANSMISSION SHOP. Do not go to a standard garage. Also, AAmco is overpriced and you can get a quality shop near you by using the search engine on this site.
Feb 24, 2012 at 4:36 PM
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