Re: type IV into Type III?

[Kenik Hassel <n9440539@beaker.cc.wwu.edu>]

GB's 5 speed kit is $750.  A little bit steep, but you get a tranny with 
a close ratio 1st and 2nd, rated to over 350lb/ft of torque, plus the 
famed GB quality.  You need to send in your ring and pinion to get the 
shafts lengthened, but the labor is included in the kit price.  This kit 
gives race durability, all the advantage of a close ratio four speed, with 
the overdrive for easy freeway driving.  If you decide to go for it, let 
us all know how you like it.

Kenik Hassel
'71 fastback

On Tue, 3 Jun 1997, Lucas Penner wrote:

> How much do they want for this 5 speed kit?
> 
> Lucas Penner
> Winnipeg, Canada
> 71 Fastback (automatic)
> 
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> > From: Kenik Hassel <n9440539@beaker.cc.wwu.edu>
> > To: JonesVWs@aol.com
> > Cc: type-3@umich.edu
> > Subject: Re: type IV into Type III?
> > Date: Monday, June 02, 1997 12:35 PM
> > 
> > If you're worried about smoking you stock type 3 tranny, why not spend 
> > the money to do it right.  Get a Gene Berg 5 speed and set it up right.  
> > I got one for my 1900cc Berg motor (78mm stroke, 88mm bore) and it runs 
> > like all hell was let loose.  I know a stock 914 motor can't hold a 
> > candle to mine, so the Berg will hold up great.  Berg will work with you 
> > 100% on the gearing too.
> > 
> > Kenik Hassel
> > '71 fastback
>