twin - possibility of a2 subframes?

[sciroccos@attbi.com (Chris Z.)]

I don't know the tranny codes, but a local yard has a bunch of A2
Golfs/Jettas (there's one 16V Golf) and the trannies are $100.  I also asked
about the front suspension when I was there today.  The front cross-member,
A-arms and strut assemblies would be $80 if he pulls them.  Just something
to compare prices to for your twin-engined beast if you decide to use the A2
suspension.

Chris Z. in 02721




----- Original Message -----
From: "Allyn" <amalventano@sc.rr.com>
To: "Rabbit16v" <Rabbit16v@attbi.com>; "Scirocco List"
<scirocco-l@scirocco.org>
Sent: Tuesday, February 11, 2003 4:25 PM
Subject: Re: twin - possibility of a2 subframes?


> i've been to junkyards around here, not many vdubs at all, unfortunately
> ACN trannies for $75??? jesus, i could use like 2-3 of em
> where are you at again???
> i would kill to do ACN instead of FF on the twin (~8 years newer, probably
> much less miles on them, factory lsd, etc).
> Al
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Rabbit16v" <Rabbit16v@attbi.com>
> To: "Scirocco List" <scirocco-l@scirocco.org>
> Sent: Tuesday, February 11, 2003 4:38 AM
> Subject: Re: twin - possibility of a2 subframes?
>
>
> > Defineately A2 subs.  As far as where to get them???  Have you ever been
> to
> > a junkyard?  There are mor A2s in a junkyard than all German cars put
> > together.  Atleast out here there is!!  Anyone need an ACN tranny?  $75
ea
> > in our pick-a-part and there are GOBS!
> >
> > Dave
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: "Allyn" <amalventano@sc.rr.com>
> > To: "scirocco list" <scirocco-l@scirocco.org>
> > Sent: Monday, February 10, 2003 2:47 PM
> > Subject: twin - possibility of a2 subframes?
> >
> >
> > > ok, i've been uneducated in the past when o-so many listers have told
me
> > to
> > > use an a2 subframe in the twin. the events from this past weekend
> (clutch
> > > release arm finger snapped on the jetta, much thanks to Ron for the
tech
> > > assist), have given me some more insight as to just how the a2
subframe
> is
> > > laid out. enough insight to possibly justify using a2 subframes (yes,
2)
> > on
> > > the twin.
> > >
> > > pros:
> > > - simpler tubular subframe design in area of engines (fewer tie
points,
> > > slightly less weight as well)
> > > - future engine upgrades possible (twin vr6 anyone?)
> > > - can possibly use newer hubs that hold larger bearings
> > > - simpler removal/install of engines for rebuild
> > >
> > > cons:
> > > - many parts are not on hand (would need 2 sets of all mounts, mount
> > > brackets, subframes, power steering racks, suspension arms, hubs, etc)
> > > - expense of engine mounts (possibility of molding/making urethane
> mounts
> > > from broken old a2 mounts in-house?)
> > > - possible net weight increase in the end (due to added weight of
> > subframes)
> > >
> > > so, guys/gals, what should i do? stick with a1 style (cheaper, but
more
> > > intrusive/complex subframe), or go with a2 (making the subframe
simpler,
> > but
> > > adding expense)???
> > >
> > >
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