New Boy with split question

TIN-BITS · Post by **TIN-BITS** » Tue Feb 23, 2010 7:47 pm

Hi all new to this site and have a question.
I have a 66 split with original box and reduction hubs. I have just purchased a worked 1600 to put in it. My question is what is the simple way to get rid of the reductions and what gearbox would be the best as far as ratios etc.

Great site and great stories.

Ian

paul willans · Post by **paul willans** » Tue Feb 23, 2010 9:44 pm

no simple way mate, irs or swing axle your choice ,irs a bit dearer better ride, swing a bit cheaper a bit lower,your money

Shaven · Post by **Shaven** » Wed Feb 24, 2010 6:59 pm

ian... firstly welcome.

secondly... sell me your split & buy one already done

matty

TIN-BITS · Post by **TIN-BITS** » Thu Feb 25, 2010 9:37 am

thanks for the offer but i just want to know what gearbox you use with IRS

Ian

kombi1976 · Post by **kombi1976** » Thu Feb 25, 2010 10:30 am

A single side plate gearbox from a '73-'79 Bug is best as the final drive is 3.88 r&p.
They're also a strong box.
Just check reverse gear is ok.
You best bet is to find a Beetle which has been front ended or is rusted beyond rego and drive it bit.
That way you get a 2nd hand motor as well.

BUSSBOY · Post by **BUSSBOY** » Thu Feb 25, 2010 10:35 am

Welcome Ian.
Firsly your question is not a simple yes /no answer, what you want in the end, cost,your ability to do the work,parts availabilityetc. Have a read here viewtopic.php?t=8300
Then ask more questions
Paul