New T3 case (auto, F.I.)

[jadney@vwtype3.org (Melissa & Jim)]

>From: Jeff <jknipe9@mail.idt.net>

>In December someone wrote about using a universal case and cutting out a
>window for the torque convertor/drive plate bolt access.  Does anyone
>know of any other necessary modifications?  How about a supplier that
>they recommend for a new case?

I mentioned that you could modify a MT case for AT use by just cutting away 
this material.  VW used to sell a replacement case already modified like 
this; I don't know if it is still available.  I probably have a good AT 
engine if you are looking for a core to buy.

>By the way, anybody else notice that the Benchley manual says there are
>FOUR of the above-mentioned bolts instead of three?  Muir got it right,
>though, and put my mind at ease about that missing bolt...

Good eye.  The Bentley manual is the best there is, but it is not without 
its mistakes.  For some reason auto stick shift beetles have 4 bolt drive 
plates.  That must be the source of the confusion.

Jim
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