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rjz5400 · #7 05-22-2013, 03:14 PM

well as dan stokes put it, " the best reason to use the auto is that it exists"

All those performance upgrades seem logical and doable, well the stage one ones.

Maybe i can work harder at keeping the manual, but it needs a rebuild and i just don't have the cash to throw at adaptor machining and parts. Also i didn't get the flywheel PP for the manual. That went with my buddy for his 4 speed swap.

My goals here are Great mileage like 30+, the ability to haul people, furniture, dirt, and a trailer. and not have to worry about the stupid gas motor needing a sensor or some dumb gas tuneup stuff.

I dont care if it will only hit 60 or 70 mph, I can mess with the gears in the rear if I want better top or bottom end. And I have driven a 240d for years so i don't mind if it is a little slower than todays modern rocket machines either.

BUT!!!! if someone has any ideas or tips about making the adaptor parts or any experience doing it, I will certainly take them, I do have some metalworking friends like with bandsaws, plasma tables, and access to a water jet machine. Also Bridgeport mill and lathe stuff. So i CAN get it done I just don't know if I am willing to do all the work it will take to bolt it up.