On Thu, 1 Apr 2004, brian M. wrote:

> Hey all- thinking of a Diesel swap in my 84 van. Besides the special oil
> pan and all- is it possible to bolt the diesel engine to the gas trans??
> Anyone ever do this or try it??
>  What were your results??

You need the diesel bellhousing, but if you use that it will bolt up.
You'll also need the engine mounts and carrier bars.  I wouldn't try this
with a 1.6L NA, it doesn't have the oomph to pull the taller gearing.
I've heard it works well with a TD, though.

David Brodbeck, N8SRE
'82 Volkswagen Diesel Westfalia
'86 Volvo 240DL wagon