unsolicited, I will advise building an ABA hybrid and using that.  Simple,
cheap, dependable, adequate power...

On Jun 1, 2017 9:27 AM, "Alistair Bell" <albell@shaw.ca> wrote:

> Hi,
>
> I'm still dawdling about new engine for my syncro. To be honest the
> adapter plate vs diesel bell housing ( and no doubt unobtainium in North
> America syncro diesel fuel tank) has me a bit daunted.
>
> I have a couple of used motors in the shop, old 1.8 digifant and a 2.0 aba
> (also have a 2.5 subie core) . Was leaning heavily to the 2.0 rebuilt and
> slightly modded. But recently I was given the option of a complete Jetta
> with AWP ( I believe it's AWP ) 1.8t for a good price.
>
> I'd like conformation that the AWP engine bolt pattern is different than
> the older I4 blocks and will not mount to diesel vanagon bellhousing. And
> similarly, the diesel oil pan will not fit the AWP.
>
> Am I right?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Alistair
>