

| Subject: | Re: TDI |
| From: | Mark B. Magee |
| Date: | Wed, 25 Feb 1998 19:09:14 -0600 |
Kevin Disse wrote: > At 06:38 PM 2/23/98 -0600, Bob Berkemer wrote: > >I think I know the answer but have to ask the question anyway. Is it > >possible to convert an automatic vanagon to the TDI engine?? > > > >Bob > >84 westy, der bus > > > > An adapter plate between the engine and bell housing would be necessary > to retain the automatic. However, I wonder if the Vanagon automatic would > be a desirable match for the TDI. I don't think it's possible to change the > automatic shift points, unless you shift manually of coarse. I wonder if there > are any Porsche automatics that could be used (and wouldn't cost more than > a TDI engine) ? > Volks, I thought Helmut posted up some time ago that Winkler sells the TDI conversion kits for T-3 Vanagons with 4 speeds -and- Auto trannies. Helmut? -- Shalom ><> Mark B. Magee 87GL 82 Diesel Westy Kemah TX USA John 14:6
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