Francesco,
As for the number of teeth, the best way to verify is to just count the # of
teeth on the ring, divide by the # of teeth on the pinion shaft, that will
let you verify the ratio.
Also keep in mind the input shaft on a 8V R&P is smaller than the input
shaft on the 16V R&P, so you would have to change out the clutch disc, which
would be relatively easy since you already have the transmission out.
If you have plans to add a LSD, this is definitely the time to do so as
well.
GBergthold
From: "Oleg M. Smirnov" <[email protected]>
Errr, I'm pretty sure Francesco means the _ring_ & pinion, i.e., the
transmission final drive.
I've never done it myself, but the Bentley seems to cover the procedure
pretty well. It's straightforward, but definitely not for the shadetree
mechanic. Lots of tricky bits that need to be done right, such as
preloading the diff bearings, etc. You'll need a press, a torch, and some
special tools. Might as well think of a full rebuild while you're at it
(new bearings, synchros, etc. -- these can be had from the dealer.) And
definitely definitely _definitely_ get a bolt kit for your new diff.
Dunno about the number of teeth, but there's a table of all available gear
ratios over here:
http://www.scirocco.org/gears/
I believe the highest available R&P ratio is 4.25, and it came only in the
Eco-Diesels. Pretty rare. I would guess you're getting a 3.94. It would be
a good idea to swap in a lower 5th gear, to keep those highway-speed rpms
down.
Cheers,
Oleg
From what I remember the GTI's and Jetta GLI/GTX came with a short ratio
steering rack.
I don't know what racks the regular Golf./Jettas came with.
I'm pretty sure that the short ratio rack is 4 1/2 turns from end to end.
Mark.
----- Original Message -----
From: "Francesco Fontanot - IT Works" <[email protected]>
Hello guys
i might be able to get a rack and pinion in really good condition from a
vw mk2 turbo diesel engine really cheap. I know changing the rack and
pinion involves tearing down the whole transmision, but i wanted to know
if its a straight forward thing to do? I mean if nothing special aside
from the R&P is needed, etc. Anyway do any of you how many teeth does
the diesel R&P has?
thanx,
francesco.
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