could someone please tell me which engine would allow me to make a 1971 1500cc beetle auto.
I have a disability and cannot change the gears
mobbug Commited Dubber
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automatic transmission
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If you want to put a Full auto out of a Type 3 into a Beetle then you will have to do a fair bit of modifying
there was a semi auot Beetle that you need to use the gear selector to change gear but it dosent have a clutch 68 to 72
there was a semi auot Beetle that you need to use the gear selector to change gear but it dosent have a clutch 68 to 72
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I have seen a few VW trikes with an automatic EA81 or EA82 subaru engine. Modifying the body work isn't a problem. We will be using a completely new fibreglass shell to allow the added height needed for the wheelchair
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get the gearbox out of a automatic Type 3 for your trike
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My Trike has a type three auto fitted c/w subaru 2 ltr quad cam
I also have two auto type three gear boxes here for sale
I also have two auto type three gear boxes here for sale
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mobbug Commited Dubber
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Thanks everyone.
Could you please tell me if the type 3 is a reasonably simple swap or do the mounts need changing? While we are at it is it worth changing to IRS?
Could you please tell me if the type 3 is a reasonably simple swap or do the mounts need changing? While we are at it is it worth changing to IRS?
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I forgot to ask, how common are the type 3 autos and how much do you think they should cost
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as per above its LOTS of work
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quite simply, it's not a bolt in setup.
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MickH Hairy Gutted Sloth
3,389 posts · joined Sep 2003 ·
A semi auto would bolt straight in but it does require specific engine mods to work and a different shifter as well.Doing a complete auto insert would require removal of the frame horns and fabrication of a mount to support the box and engine but it is doable...just $$$$ and time and fab skills.
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mobbug Commited Dubber
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Thanks everyone, have been looking everywhere for a type 3 auto gearbox. They are almost impossible to find.
How much more modification is needed to use the Subaru gearbox instead?
How much more modification is needed to use the Subaru gearbox instead?
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I have one in Sydney where are u located ???
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how reliable are they? Since it sounds like you need to modify the rear end a reasonable amount would it be worth doing a little more and using a Japanese transmission/engine combined
how reliable are they? Since it sounds like you need to modify the rear end a reasonable amount would it be worth doing a little more and using a Japanese transmission/engine combined