914 1.8T, Modern power, now modern shifting Options

[okieflyr]

I've been running my 03 VW 1.8T conversion for a couple of years now, and I'm about to complete the final drive train component. I located an "012" transmission which is used in the Boxster and Passat longitudinally. Shine racing installed the Quaiffe for me, and the the trans bolts straight up to the engine with out any adapter.
The cable shifting is the best thing since sliced bread, as the shift is much more direct and confirming than my 901 setup ever was. I was able to use an 84 Carrera electronic speedo directly, but it does need a little tweeking in the calibration dept as it reads about 5mph fast @highway speed.

One of the benefits of this update, is the improved gearing. As this specific transmission was designed to be behind this engine.

Did I mention the nice power? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif)

YMMV

[dakotaewing]

Kevin -
Please post more pics ! Can you give us an idea as to how much HP
your set up has, and what kind of MPG you get?
I know the mpg could be dificult with your car primarily being an AX car -

Thanks -

Thom

[okieflyr]

[quote name='dakotaewing' date='Jun 14 2008, 12:15 AM' post='1044862']
Kevin -
Please post more pics ! Can you give us an idea as to how much HP
your set up has, and what kind of MPG you get?
I know the mpg could be dificult with your car primarily being an AX car -


I had the ECU flashed by REVO, and they eliminated the immobilizer as well.
I'm currently running their Stage 1 flash, and they claim 205 hp/230 tq. This starts coming on strong around 1700 rpm.

I once thought I was getting fuel mileage in the 40's, but then tested the speedo calibration with a gps and I wasn't getting the correct range per tank that I thought. I suspect it is in the mid-upper 20's.