A2 1.8 8V question

Dec 01, 2003 1 Replies

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Mustangbrad 22 years ago

I have an 88 jetta with an automatic. I am in the midst of doing a motor swap to the same engine (out of a 92 Golf GTi) and the motor doesn't seem to be fitting against the tranny properly, there is a 1/2 inch gap after the tranny is bolted to the motor. The motor I am putting in was out of a

5-speed car. Is there something special about the crank on a manual versus an automatic like a washer at the end of the crank or are they different in some way? The bolts are tight on the top of the block and at the front but we cannot turn the torque convertor. My dad feels there is something in the way causing it to bind against the ring gear.

Thanks for the reply,

Brad

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dave 22 years ago

Brad, You may have to align the Torque Converter BEFORE you completely bolt down the engine to the trans. Also make sure that there is no rust that has built up in that crank hole! I did a similar engine transplant, GTI engine in an 88 auto. I had no serious issues.

later, dave Reminder........ Before you criticize someone, you should walk a mile in their shoes. That way, when you criticize them, you are a mile away from them, and you have their shoes. Frieda Norris

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