On 12 Jun 2007 at 9:39, Mike Fisher wrote:
> I'm wondering how feasible it is to swap my 67/72 chassis's? I kind
> of hate to cut up a real solid 72 if I could pull off a chassis swap
> and keep 2 complete cars, although not original. The body must weigh
> less than the chassis? Any compatibility problems?
The '72 body has the rear engine mount supports welded to it that you need for
the IRS rear suspension that the AT needs. So even after swapping bodies, you'd
end up cutting and welding to make the switch I think you're after. Maybe I'm
unclear on your motivation for doing any of this; are you still trying to make
an AT '67? If you really want the AT so badly, why not work with the '72 and
make it into the car that you want?
As things now stand, IIRC, you now have a good MT '67 and a good AT '72. If you
start major swaps like this, you're most likely to end up with nothing. If the
'72 is sound, work with it rather than cutting up both cars to achieve a goal
that you've already got.
If you really want an AT with the early body style, you'd be miles ahead to
just look for a '69 AT. That would come with everything you want and more, for
a LOT less effort and probably a lot less money.
--
Jim Adney
jadney@vwtype3.org
Madison, WI USA
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