VW Diesel Transplant?

[Tony Hoffman]

Just one correction on this. The 90Q has both patterns on it. The 016 does
not, and the 4-cyl and 5-cyl are NOT the same bolt pattern. As a VW/Audi
tech I've had plenty out, and know this for a fact. So, you can put the TDI
4-cyl onto the 01A, but not any version of the 016, which is what the 5000
comes with. The T44's in europe that have 4-cyls have a different
transmission.

Tony

On Thu, May 19, 2011 at 11:50 PM, Sean cole <v8coupe at gmail.com> wrote:

> It can be done.  I'm looking at doing this in my 90Q which is currently a
> 20v I5.  The bell housings on almost all vw/audi engines are the same,
> except vr6's and some of the v8's AFAIK, and other vr variants.  The
> alh/BEW
> (01-06 tdi engines) will bolt up to any 016 or 10E/A!  you use a A4 clutch
> or Coupe GT for 016 and the matching flywheel.  Mounts might be tricky, but
> can be done, I think t44's did come with 4 bangers in europe in FWD.
>
> Now the 4 cylinder gives you tons of room up front for intercooler and
> such.  You will need a different turbo then the transverse setup used, but
> 8v VW manifolds can be had in both versions.  If your using the stock ECU
> you will need to match the turbo size or get it tuned for the turbo you
> want.  The nice thing about the newer engines is they are much nicer for
> everyday driving then the older motors.  They run smoother and use less
> fuel.  Gearing the thing to cruise at freeway speeds will need to be done
> with the correct transmission.  A 6-speed would be ideal, but it is a
> little
> spending needing new mounts, shifter, trans, and axles.  a diesel 016 can
> be
> found, but might be a little more then most would want.  a 5k box with 3.8
> R&P isn't a horrible setup, but is a little short.
>
> For a perspective a ALH code 8v TDI with injectors, tuning, IC upgrade, and
> 2260 turbo from a 3.0L TDI can make 200+WHP in a MK4 VW golf/jetta.  That
> would be a potent little motor for a t44, yet still get mid to upper 40's
> on
> the highway.
>
> Sean