[Vwdiesel] Dasher Gas to to Diesel conversion?

[William J Toensing]

On the Sacramento Craig's List, I spotted a local 1974 Dasher wagon for sale for $400. The seller says body & interior are good but it needs a: 1) carburetor  2) tires  3) electrical problem with ignition &  4) needs new shifter (what ever that is). I don't dare buy it for cash (wife) but am offering to swap some "stuff" I have for it. Don't know if he is interested but if he is, I have the following questions: How interchangeable are '74 body parts with an '80? I have a 1980 Dasher diesel wagon parts car. How easy is it to swap a 1980 Dasher diesel into a 1974 gas Dasher. 
Bill Toensing, Nevada City, CA