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Kombi g/box (late) to '83 T3
Avignon - November 8th, 2011 at 03:54 AM

Hi all, I need some advice/pointers please.

Intending to replace my '83 T3 gearbox with a late model (77-78ish) Kombi unit.

1. Is it possible ? Any custom/fabricated parts I should be aware of ?
2. Any body / suspension modifications ?
3. Drive shats and CV joints all the same ?
4. Any reliable method of checking a 2nd unit gearbox before installing it ?

Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

Justin:blush:


Andy - November 8th, 2011 at 06:33 AM

Is your '83 4 or 5 speed? That is the change over year.

Can't say I know all the answers, but the big obvious difference is the gear change inlet moved for the T3 (from the nose in a T2 to the side in a T3). Not sure if this is as simple as swapping the nose cones.
Maybe post the part number of the gear box to help out know exactly what you have.


Avignon - November 9th, 2011 at 10:25 AM

Thanks Andy.

The '83 g/box is 4 speed. I'll try to find out the part number.

Justin