Date:         Wed, 8 Dec 2004 03:22:49 -0600
Reply-To:     Al and Sue Brase <albeeee@MCHSI.COM>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Al and Sue Brase <albeeee@MCHSI.COM>
Subject:      Re: Diesel engine/trans question
Comments: To: Denmiester <jolliffe@MGL.CA>
In-Reply-To:  <41B5CF05.4000305@mgl.ca>
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Denmiester wrote:

> I believe both have been changed by the PO...he
> got less than 1500 miles out of the $3400 used engine...the bill had a
> $65 welding charge for the oil pump, so I'll be looking for one of those
> for sure...

Anyone welding the oil pumpis scarey. Sounds like they used a different
oil pump and then modified it to fit the Vanagon. Why not just use the
one that fits?

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> #1. I have a 5 speed in mine...all I've ever seen is 4 speeds...is there
> any physical visual differences between the 4 & 5 speed trannies...I've
> never seen them side by each...

The 5 speed 094 is a very close relative of the late 4 speed 091/1,
except that it has one more gear in the very front case forward of the
reverse slider hub. Therefore, it has a larger and longer front
housing.about 1-3/4" to 2" longer,  about twice as long as the 4 speed,
and much more cube shaped. Plus, it will say 094 on it cast in the front
housing.
Personally, I'd go for the turbo. Having a bit more power for certain
situations doesn't mean you can't still drive it 55-63 and get really
fabulous mileage, it just means you don't HAVE to all the time.
And a turbo is the only way to keep the power up when you are in the
mountains.

Al Brase

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