Hi,
Read somewhere that the engine fitted to automatic transmission Type 3's has a different case to that of a manual car, is that true? If so what is the difference & can a std/normal/manual engine be adapted to fit?
Cheers
M
Is auto engine different?
Re: Is auto engine different?
The auto case has a different casting at lower flex plate end to allow spanner access to the flex plate bolts. Standard case 'could' be modified - carefully - particularly if its magnesium -
The variant Project
Re: Is auto engine different?
Cheers, thanks for that. You have any photos by any chance or know of a site I could see the auto case design as really struggling find any details on this ....
Minty
Minty
Re: Is auto engine different?
i will check my photos from when I rebuilt the motor and see if I have anything useful
The variant Project
Re: Is auto engine different?
i have found a couple of good reference photos from my rebuild.
let me have an email address so I can send to you -
let me have an email address so I can send to you -
The variant Project
Re: Is auto engine different?
I fitted a Beetle engine to an auto box. To do it you have to drill an inch hole in the engine casing. Put gearbox next to engine and mark a hole through the flex plate onto the casing. The auto box has a cut out at the bottom and the beetle engine doesnt so this trick is the easiest way to do it. Mine has been fine for 10 years. If you need a picture showing where the hole is I will happily take one.. Gra.