Re: shifter/tranny match

[SailingFC@aol.com]

In a message dated 97-03-26 17:39:42 EST, you write:

<<I have a 1977 Scirocco with 1.6L and four-speed tranny.  I also have a
five-speed tranny that I've been assured will work.  So the question is, do I
need a new shifter to use the five-speed?  Are there any  modifications that
I need to do to the shifter or linkage?
 
 > Not a problem.  I've done this swap before.  As long as the tranny is from
the same era, they'll be no issues. What's it from? <
 
 I think it's from a '78 Scirocco, but who knows?  I bought it from a
mechanic, and that's what he told me.  It's even got a mount attached to it!
>>

FWIW, The tranny is from at least a '79.  I have a '78 and I missed the
5-speeds by one year.  The linkages are different.  The vertical rod, coming
up from the ball, is longer to accomodate the extra L/R throw needed for the
5th gear and one of the relay rods are longer to keep the shifter in the
correct position.

Have Fun.
SailingFC@aol.com
'78 Scirocco, original owner.
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