Date:         Thu, 23 Mar 2000 19:33:35 +0100
Reply-To:     Per Lindgren <lindgre@ONLINE.NO>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Per Lindgren <lindgre@ONLINE.NO>
Subject:      Re: advice on 80-83.5 engine convrsn?
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Helmut "Vanagaudi" installed a 5-cyl Audi in his Aircooled Vanagon. He also has
a web site with pictures, that should give you tips on what to do with radiator
etc. I cant remember his URL though.

PerL
87 Syncro 112i

Sean Garrett wrote:

> I have been looking at the TIICO 2L Golf Motronic engine conversion for the
> 83.5-91 Vanagons. I have a 80 Westy. Besides the fact that I would have to
> put in a radiator and hoses to the front of vehicle and maybe a alternator
> w/mount. I do not see why this would not work in the older Vanagons like
> mine. Does anyone have in-depth knowledge of the differences between the
> model years? For example, is the engine compartment the same size? would the
> trany have to be traded for a wasserboxer trany? If so are they compatible?
>
> My main concerns are will it fit without modifying the engine compartment
> lid and if it will then what other parts will I then have to trade out from
> a wasserboxer.
>
> I know this could get expensive but I want my van to eventually be around
> for a long time.
>
> Sean
> 80 Westy
> seangar@hotmail.com
>
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