Re:Mk1 Van Diff / Gearbox combo
2012/08/10 23:11:07
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Your MK1 van would have the baby salsbry type diff (cover plate bots onto back fo housing). It will be easier/cheaper to replace complete diff assy with 2 litre unit from a mk2 (3.54:1) - from memory can use sedan diff assy in the van. Note change in ratio to 3.54 will blunt acceleration a wee bit....
Five speed conversion will need some fabrication skills where the gearshift comes up out of the trans tunnel, also the rear mount.
I would recommend change diff first then re evaluate.