Engine Swap Worthwhile Or Nightmare

[PAUL 123]

Hi all :D

Just got hold of a low mileage, MK 1 TDI, bit rough around the edges, nice runner a few parts missing but deffo to good to scrap, so what do you all think?

 

1.Already own a very nice 99 ghia x 23 16v petrol, do i use the petrol while i fettle the diesel and replace parts, then sell 16v (cant run both)

 

2.Use engine and gearbox and turn good ghia x into diesel so very good shell with low mileage diesel engine.

 

What do you think any other options i've forgot, just cant run both,got to many vehicles and the petrol prices and my mpg are killing me any help or advice greatly appreciated

 

Thanks for reading Paul

[chrispb123456]

There will be a lot more work involved than just changing over the engine and gearbox, (that's the easy part) but doable if you have the time and space for both vehicles.

My advice don't do the change over, just do what needs doing to the diesel then sell one or the other.

[PAUL 123]

I thought as much would be quicker easier and cheaper option thanks for taking time to reply. :D