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Model specific boards => Golf mk3 => Topic started by: matt2602 on 15 April 2009, 13:22

Title: 8v gear box removal
Post by: matt2602 on 15 April 2009, 13:22

hey guys can any1 give me a rough guide on how to remove the gearbox from a  mk2 8v 2e engine.  Cheers Matt

Title: Re: 8v gear box removal
Post by: Diamond Hell on 15 April 2009, 14:37

Support the engine, remove the driveshafts, disconnect the linkage, reverse light switch and clutch cable, unbolt the bellhousing and just pull it away.

Title: Re: 8v gear box removal
Post by: Rmachines on 15 April 2009, 14:48

If your on ramps or a jack you might find it easier to take the whole front of the car off, it comes off in 10 mins and does make it a lot easier so slip the box on, if your under a pit its ok to leave it on, its up to you.

Support the engine well,  be prepared for a bit of a fiddle getting the box on,  the diff tends to get in the way a little bit, you might be lucky and find it slips on lovly or you might not,  Either way follow diamond hell's advice basicly,  Other than being a bit of a fiddle sometimes its pretty straight foward!  Good luck  :smiley: