New to the Forum. I have a 2001 Wrangler 4.0L 5 speed that I bought new in
September of 2000. After running well over 12,000 gallons (about $30,000) of gasoline through it, enough is enough. I have my eye on a 2006 Jetta TDI automatic with less than150k miles. I am primarily after mileage. I want to use the 5 speed transmission, Jeep clutch and flywheel. I want to maintain the stock Jeep transmission location if possible. I hope to convert the TDI to a mechanical injection pump. The Jetta is mechanically complete. I will convert & drive it to fine tune it before the engine swap. I can make adapters and mounts. I would prefer to buy them if possible. Will this automatic TDI be a good donner? Will my gear ratio be ok? 64mph @ 2000rpm (33" tires). I am hoping for 38/40 mpg at 55/60 mph. Any advise??
Frank in Iowa
September of 2000. After running well over 12,000 gallons (about $30,000) of gasoline through it, enough is enough. I have my eye on a 2006 Jetta TDI automatic with less than150k miles. I am primarily after mileage. I want to use the 5 speed transmission, Jeep clutch and flywheel. I want to maintain the stock Jeep transmission location if possible. I hope to convert the TDI to a mechanical injection pump. The Jetta is mechanically complete. I will convert & drive it to fine tune it before the engine swap. I can make adapters and mounts. I would prefer to buy them if possible. Will this automatic TDI be a good donner? Will my gear ratio be ok? 64mph @ 2000rpm (33" tires). I am hoping for 38/40 mpg at 55/60 mph. Any advise??
Frank in Iowa
