Converting to a Automatic trans..., I give up! |
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Converting to a Automatic trans..., I give up! |
barebrad |
May 27 2014, 11:56 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 54 Joined: 13-September 13 From: Huntsville, Al Member No.: 16,382 Region Association: South East States |
OK all, I've spent the last year restoring a 73 2.0 with my son. For the last 2 months we have been trying to teach him to operate the clutch. I give! During this same time, I've been able to teach his younger brother and sister to drive the clutch. Guess some people can't figure it out. So I am considering updating to an automatic. Been researching the web and it appears the transaxle from the Audi 4000 is a good candidate. I would like to keep the standard 914 2.0 engine. Anybody have any experience in such a swap? What costs are involved other than the trans? Where do you go to get an adapter plate?
Little help and advice! Thanks! |
messix |
May 27 2014, 09:33 PM
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AKA "CLUTCH KILLER"! Group: Members Posts: 6,995 Joined: 14-April 05 From: between shit kickers and pinky lifters/ puget sound wa.north of Seattle south of Canada Member No.: 3,931 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
funny about paper routes, I could do mine in half the time on my bike than if I was driven.
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bigkensteele |
May 27 2014, 10:07 PM
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Major Member Group: Members Posts: 2,197 Joined: 30-August 04 From: Cincinnati, OH Member No.: 2,660 Region Association: South East States |
funny about paper routes, I could do mine in half the time on my bike than if I was driven. Yep, Monday through Saturday was on my old Mongoose as the paper was maybe 1/2" thick. Sunday was another story altogether when it was 1" or more with all the ads. That's when Pops had to help me. I remember the first time I heard him throw an F-bomb - it was after a night out with his boys. That was the last time he helped me deliver Sunday papers and when I got my chance to start driving. To be honest, I miss that time with him, because now he is less one leg and has very little independence. For you younger members, don't just fret about how quickly your kids are growing up - cherish the time you have with your folks before they get too old. They are the reason you are a great person (assumed, since you are here), and they should be honored, enjoyed and respected. My Dad never really "got" me and my love for cars, but he taught me about life and being a good person. Perhaps failing at teaching your kid to drive a clutch could be one of the greatest gifts you could ever give him, since at the end of the day, he will know that you love him no matter what. |
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