4K vs. 2Y, not much difference?

[area53 at validpath.com (Jeff Toomasson)]

I've missed virtually every post in this thread so far so forgive me if I'm 
missing some specifics, but the FN (or like 3.89 wide-ratio box) is IMHO the 
best setup for any N/A A1 VW; unless you're going to track it and then all bets 
are off.

If your goal is a higher R&P w/ a .75 5th setup, why not start w/ the 4K? One 
thing I remember from my conversations w/ Ron is that the teeth on the 3.89 
are "less robust" than those on the 3.94 (at least I think that's how it 
went...)

Also, the designation "8v 020 box" can't be used in your context - some A3 
trannies, like my DFQ, came from an 8v but have the larger "16v-style" input 
shaft.

HTH, JT

> Dan, do you think I will have any complications with the R&P (3.89) from
> the FN and a 9A (close ratio 8v)?  From what you described I believe
> keeping it all from an 8v 020 box should work.  Also, just to add more
> information, I have a .75 fifth gear set to go in it too.
> Next, I am reading between the lines a little here and I get the idea that
> you think the stock 16V close ratio with the 3.67 R&P is a good match for a
> built NA 2.0l 16V.
> Thanks, Rick.
>