Hi all.

Finally got off my rear, dug out the two spare transmissions, and took
some pics.
I doubt it makes any difference in terms of transmission/mount bracket lengths,
but the code on the WBX transmission is "AB 3008 4". August 30, 1984
build date.
Seems it could be an ABB, ABD or ABE if I'm reading this chart correctly:

http://www.relitech.com/helmut/GEARBOX.HTM

Sorry about the dim lighting on some. I may redo some of the pics.

As per Mark Drillock and Scott Daniel's comments regarding swapping in
the WBX shift linkage
to an air cooled Vanagon, pics show differences in transmission and
mount bracket length.
I also snapped shots showing where vent holes are, magnetic drain plug
fuzz differences
and just how dirty these things get!

For your perusing enjoyment!

http://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/ABVsDKTransmissions#

Neil.

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