Diesel conversion - transmission options Options

[type11969]

Mulling over a tdi swap into my 914 while I should be working on dynamics HW . . . One big hurdle seems to be the transmission. 914 tranny isn't geared for a diesel and it would be expensive to re-gear it (if even possible). What other options are available? Seems like it would be convenient to use a VAG diesel tranny that was already set up for the tdi engine . . . but most are front engine front wheel drive. Anyone know of any VAG front engine RWD cars using a tdi engine? Old Audi, perhaps? I suppose a diesel Vanagon tranny might work but my guess is the gearing wouldn't be great in that either.

Other options? Linkage I figure I would do with cables.

Thanks,

Chris

[type11969]

Nope, no joke. I've been intrigued by the tdi engine for a long time. Thought about getting any one of the tdi powered vehicles but I have enough cars already. Figured the 914 needs an engine once I am done and the tdi would definitely be something different.

Thanks for the link, all good info. I'll post over there to see if any progress has been made.

I forgot that Audis/passats were set up longitudinal but still fwd, those would be the trannies I would be looking for. Vanagon definitely wouldn't be that desirable regardless but can't you flip the R&P? I would think that the sandrail guys that run mid-engine setups might do this but maybe they move past the bus trannies at that point.

Thanks,

Chris