Re: Engine Swap question

[Brett P VanSprewenburg <brettv@rocketmail.com>]

---Dave Novak <toastworks@hotmail.com> wrote:
>
> I have an '81... stock everything.
> 
> This spring I was considering an engine upgrade (1.7 is seemingly weak).

Pretty much true, it's just a stroked 1.6.

> 
> I don't have money for much... I was thinking just going to a JH 1.8l 
> and going from there.

This is where it's at for "cheap" and "easy" power.  Pretty straight
swap.

> 
> Now, I just saw an ad in the local classifieds for an '84 rabbit GTI 
> engine with 50k miles for $100. Is this a 1.8l?

If it's really a GTI, then yes it's a 1.8.  Yes get it if you're serious
about swapping.

> 
> Should I investigate this engine since coupling it with my old '81 car 
> would be easier than with a newer engine?

Incidently, all the newer engines pretty much bolt-in also.  There will
be some hood clearance problems with some newer 'tall' blocks.  Not an
issue with a 1.8 from the same era.

> 
> Will any of these engines mount right to my existing 5-spd?

Yes.  In fact the GTI should have a close ratio 2H tranny.  Probably needs
to be rebuilt before it succumbs to Self Machining. 

> 
> -Dave

==Brett

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