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    S3 complete rebuild. Advice needed re gearbox!

    Nothings that difficult, awkward - yes, frustrating - yes, impossible - no. Per my original question, will the gearbox I’ve found, will it mate hassle free to the 300tdi?
  2. M

    S3 complete rebuild. Advice needed re gearbox!

    Are these auto boxes easy enough to source?
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    S3 complete rebuild. Advice needed re gearbox!

    Getting back to my original question about gearboxes, I’ve been made aware of a Range Rover Classic auto box fairly local which is always a bonus for me but - is it compatible with the chosen route of 300 tdi?
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    S3 complete rebuild. Advice needed re gearbox!

    I’ve actually already spoken to the DVSA about this, which is unusual for me to be ahead of the game!
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    S3 complete rebuild. Advice needed re gearbox!

    Valid points that I hadn’t considered. However, I’m still committed to going down the tdi route mainly due to fuel consumption. Living right at the bottom of Cornwall, everything is a long way away so fuel consumption is a genuine consideration.
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    S3 complete rebuild. Advice needed re gearbox!

    Hi. I’ve recently managed to source a ‘75 Station Safari in need of a complete resto. I’ve got some plans for her but, nothing will be happening for a couple of years until I retire!! However, I intend to use the time wisely and start sourcing some of the bits I need for her but, I need some...