The lower engine-to-trans bolts (studs) are shorter on the automatic engine
by about a half inch.  You need to use the longer bolts from the manual
engine otherwise you won't be able to get the lower nuts on.  You will also
need to install a pilot bearing and must set the flywheel end-play as well.

Bill Knight
Raleigh, NC

> -----Original Message-----
> From: CARY CHIANG [mailto:chiang1@USA.NET]
> Sent: Thursday, March 25, 1999 3:08 PM
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> Subject: Differences between manual/auto trans. equipped engines?
>
>
> Dear Listees:
>    I was wondering if there were any differences in engines
> on 1985 vanagons
> between manual and automatic transmission equipped vehicles
> other than the
> flywheel.  I am considering swapping an auto trans equipped
> engine into a
> manual trans equipped vanagon (same year) and was concerned about
> compatibility and parts required. Please respond to me at
> "chiang1@usa.net" .
> TIA!!
>
> Cary
>
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