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On 15 Apr 2002, at 23:31, Derek Flenniken wrote: > > Is it possible to use/convert a type 2 engine in a type 3 fastback? > > You can put it in, it will work, and it will run, but it won't last for long. The > upright engine will pull up hot air from below and overheat. The type 3 > air cooling system is different. > --> Couldn't he use the long block from the bus? and then all the cooling > tin and goodies from the fastback? Of course the oil filler wouldn't > work... right? unless it is actually a universal case with a block off plate > or whatever bug/bus people do with that hole.. He could, but that brings up a whole different can of worms, as others have pointed out. >From his post I was guessing that he wanted to do a simple transplant. If he is willing to do a lot more work, he MIGHT be able to do this. Potential problems: dipstick/oil filler tube, temp sender boss, rear mount crossbar (if after 68), distributor drive gear, etc. This just very quickly gets into a level of detail that takes it way beyond a quick & easy swap. - Jim Adney jadney@vwtype3.org Madison, WI 53711-3054 USA ------------------------------------------------------------------- Search old messages on the Web! Visit http://www.vwtype3.org/list/