Date:         Tue, 27 Jan 2004 22:05:39 EST
Reply-To:     BenTbtstr8@AOL.COM
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From:         Ben T <BenTbtstr8@AOL.COM>
Subject:      Re: auto I-4 engine conversion
Comments: To: jrunberg@MAC.COM
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In a message dated 1/27/2004 6:46:24 PM Pacific Standard Time,
jrunberg@MAC.COM writes:
Has anyone installed a VW I-4 conversion in an auto. Can you use the Kennedy
adaptor w/ the other diesel parts? After taking a good look at the donor westy
we found (and getting permission from the wife) I'm tempted to convert it or
install a rebuilt engine instead of chopping the top.

I'd love to hear from anyone who's done a VW conversion w/ and automatic.
The bolt pattern looks different on the auto than the diesel bellhousing. KEP
does make adapter plates to put it on.

I have one that I bought from Seth at H&R in Santa Barbara. He was replacing
w/ a Subaru IIRC. I can poke around it if you have any specific questions.
It's going to sit on my garage floor until I can find a suitable van to put it
in. This mounts in the more upright position which requires a different rear
mount as well. I believe there is a strong possibility that this is a Fast
Forward packaged conversion. You can out your own package together if you have the
time and patience to do so. It'll save you some money as compared to having a
company source everything for you.

Only you can say which plan can be tolerated by your wallet and/or your
significant other.

BenT
Vanagon Cafe