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Model specific boards => Golf mk2 => Topic started by: iyda on 23 October 2011, 10:36

Title: MK2 GTI 16v 1.8 Gearbox Replacement- Can I Use Corrado Box?
Post by: iyda on 23 October 2011, 10:36

I don't know much on the gearbox front so hoping someone can help!

I'm looking at replacing the gearbox in m '91 MK2 GTi 1.8 16v.

Do you know if this is more hassle than its worth putting an 02a box from a Corrado (link below)? Or is it pretty straight forward for someone that knows what they are doing! Which i don't unfortunately.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Mk2-Golf-corrado-1-8-16v-Gearbox-02a-AGC-kr-/170710662076?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item27bf25fbbc

Or would it be better just to stick with a straight swap?

Title: Re: MK2 GTI 16v 1.8 Gearbox Replacement- Can I Use Corrado Box?
Post by: VeeDubGTI16v on 23 October 2011, 11:06

you would be better with a straight swap tbh, lots of things needed to go 02a, pedal box, shifter etc. Its only necessary if you have lots more power tbh and even then you will lose the nice short ratios of the 020 so have to look into changing the final drive as well.

why are you changing? if you want a stronger box get someone to change the rivets holding the diff in with bolts, there is a kit available I believe.

Title: Re: MK2 GTI 16v 1.8 Gearbox Replacement- Can I Use Corrado Box?
Post by: iyda on 23 October 2011, 19:45

Thanks for the reply, only changing cos my box is whining, crunching and starting to be a pain when i change into 2nd!

Not bothered about power, just a gearbox that works like a normal gearbox  :smiley:

I will keep my eye out for a straight swap i think.