I was considering having the 4.12 R&P in my type 1, swing arm trans changed to a 3.88 and I'm curious if this can be accomplished with the transaxle in the vehicle or if the transaxle must be removed?
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I was considering having the 4.12 R&P in my type 1, swing arm trans changed to a 3.88 and I'm curious if this can be accomplished with the transaxle in the vehicle or if the transaxle must be removed?
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not only do you need to remove the tranny from the car - you need to take it apart into a million pieces. with special tools (jig/pullers, etc) too.
This is not hard, but an engine rebuild is easier.
This is not hard, but an engine rebuild is easier.
Yes he is exactly right....
What part of the world do you live in??? I may know of a good transaxle guy in your area....
What part of the world do you live in??? I may know of a good transaxle guy in your area....
Kevin,
In my younger days, I've rebuilt several Ford and Chevrolet 3 & 4 speed transmissions as well as a few differentials but I think I'll leave this one to the pros.
I live in Portland, Oregon or Rainville as the locals like to call it. If you know of a good rebuilder up here I would appreciated the reference. Thanks, Rich
In my younger days, I've rebuilt several Ford and Chevrolet 3 & 4 speed transmissions as well as a few differentials but I think I'll leave this one to the pros.
I live in Portland, Oregon or Rainville as the locals like to call it. If you know of a good rebuilder up here I would appreciated the reference. Thanks, Rich
Rich--are you looking for a higher 4th gear for lower RPMs at higher speeds?
with a R&P swap that he's doing, it'll accelerate slower, but have a higher top speed.
I have a 3.88 in my T4 2L and 1st gear is pretty much useless, so i can't imagine was a 4.12 is like.
I have a 3.88 in my T4 2L and 1st gear is pretty much useless, so i can't imagine was a 4.12 is like.
1st gear is good to get you off the line but that's about it. I'm not all that concerned about acceleration; my desire is to have better freeway drivability. If my tach is accurate, which I'm not too sure about. With 225/50-R15 tires I'm turning between 3800-4000 rpm (I have the typical Chinese bouncing tach) at 70 mph (assuming the speedo is close to accurate). I've considered changing to a 60 series tire to gain a little top end but ultimately, I think the gearing will need to be addressed if I'm going to gain any real top speed.
Rich - you are in the early stages of "the disease":
I need a litle more top end at relaxed RPMs - I'll get a higher rear end ratio - but then I'll have less aceleration - well, while the tranny is out - maybe I'll look at a 2332 - or even a turbo - and while I'm at it - . . .
It's called "the madness". It has diabolical effects on a persons soul (and his pocketbook and his family relations). Re-tuning the jets while your main squeeze holds the trouble light is NOT (legally) a night out together, or even a date.
Welcome to the brotherhood!
I need a litle more top end at relaxed RPMs - I'll get a higher rear end ratio - but then I'll have less aceleration - well, while the tranny is out - maybe I'll look at a 2332 - or even a turbo - and while I'm at it - . . .
It's called "the madness". It has diabolical effects on a persons soul (and his pocketbook and his family relations). Re-tuning the jets while your main squeeze holds the trouble light is NOT (legally) a night out together, or even a date.
Welcome to the brotherhood!
LOL :) Hilarious!
This has happened and she did not complain. I think I may have skipped the early stages and gone directly to the advanced stages.
This has happened and she did not complain. I think I may have skipped the early stages and gone directly to the advanced stages.
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