Steve,

Is the 1.8L 87 GTI on it's way out, like smoking badly or something?

I'm one of the more hard-core diesel nuts, yet I understand the GTI
transplant is especially nice, and seriously considered such a swap in my
'85 before I had Scott Daniel install a 1.9L AAZ turbodiesel. I really like
the way the 1.9 TD drives, but if I already had a good GTI gasser I would
not seriously be considering a diesel swap, at least not until I wore the
GTI totally out!

Maybe you're like me, I looked at the gas swaps available, and it finally
came down to just liking the sound and smell of a diesel over gas!

Gary

> Date:    Thu, 1 Sep 2011 08:36:07 -0700
> From:    zzyzx <zzyzx9@GMAIL.COM>
> Subject: Diesel Engine Upgrade
>
> I am the new proud owner of an 82 diesel pass. van.
> Currently it has a gas 1.8L 87 GTI.
> What are some suggestions on the best diesel transplant without
> involving adapters to the trans.
> With your suggestions I would hope it includes the make model and year
> of the donor
> I'm told it do have all the diesel components like oil pan etc.
>
> Thoughts are appreciated
>
> Steve
>
>