Need 83 rabbit engine running condition

[Squire]

Hey guys

Working on a project need a 83 rabbit engine needs to be in running condition. I've heard That you can put a 1.8t in but anyone know forsure ?

Thanks

[Kor]

Re: Need 83 rabbit engine running condition

Hey guys

Working on a project need a 83 rabbit engine needs to be in running condition. I've heard That you can put a 1.8t in but anyone know forsure ?

Thanks

Lot of engine swaps are possible but only the original engine will just hook right up...

Personally I have always wanted to put a 2.0 8v in a Mk1, I think that would be the best swap. Cheap, easy to find, easy to make run and run well (1.8t is always a *****), 120 hp or so should be fine in a Mk1 and not cause so many problems with other things breaking.

Think this guy did it:

[tirerub]

Re: Need 83 rabbit engine running condition

Lot of engine swaps are possible but only the original engine will just hook right up...

Personally I have always wanted to put a 2.0 8v in a Mk1, I think that would be the best swap. Cheap, easy to find, easy to make run and run well (1.8t is always a *****), 120 hp or so should be fine in a Mk1 and not cause so many problems with other things breaking.



Think this guy did it:

I have a mk4 2.0 with ecu if you go that route. Pm/ text me if you need details

[btimbit]

Re: Need 83 rabbit engine running condition

Do a 2.0 swap, that would be fantastic

[Stonewall]

Re: Need 83 rabbit engine running condition

Psst 2L is what I am putting in my cabby

[CGDoig]

Re: Need 83 rabbit engine running condition

Also the route I want to go with my daughters cabby

[Stonewall]

Re: Need 83 rabbit engine running condition

On another not the engine from my cabby will be looking for a new home but I likely won't get around to the swap for a couple months.

[newfie_veedub]

Re: Need 83 rabbit engine running condition

2.0 aba bottom end with a 1.8 rabbit gti head. hold 8000rpm all day. high lift cam and some port work and it would make for a great little motor.