I don't remember the Mk3 transaxle codes but the 4-cylinder Mk3 cars had the "16v trans" which had the larger input shaft than the 8v trans. That having been said, I'd suggest finding an 8v trans and having it rebuilt with a bolt kit - total cost would probably be the same and from what I can tell, the Mk3 transaxles aren't necessarily any more reliable than the early 020 boxes.
I'm currently using an 8v trans with a 3.94 FD and a .71 5th gear - the net effect is that the car is tonnes of fun around town and it quiets down significantly at highway speeds (2500ish at 55 mph). It sucks for hills but power is just a quick downshift away. Matthew ----- Original Message ---- > From: Les Noriel <[email protected]> > To: A2-16V List <[email protected]> > Sent: Sun, October 17, 2010 12:28:32 PM > Subject: [a2-16v-list] Sorry--Repeating an old question regarding 020 >transmissions for the Golf MKII 16v > > My 16v project marches onward. > I asked this question a couple years back but left it on an old computer and >no longer have it. > > > My previous question was which transmission code suggested for an 020 5sp >transmission that will give me good freeway driving. I want a tall final >drive >because in LA, most miles are spent on the freeway. I'm now at the point >where >I'm running through salvage yards looking for parts and the transmission is >next. > > The answer I received was one for which I had forgotten the details. Was it >the "CHE" code transmission from the 2.0l MKIII? > > With this transmission, can I still use the 16V flywheel and clutch? Or do I >have to get different clutch? 210mm? > > If the 16V list expertise can "refresh" my aging memory--it would be greatly > >appreciated! > > Thanks > > -Les > > > > _______________________________________________ > a2-16v-list mailing list > [email protected] > http://mail.a2-16v.com/mailman/listinfo/a2-16v-list > For list archives, see listinfo link above. >
