IRS trans, swap or sell

[norville]

I have a bug IRS tranny here I'm looking to swap for a swing axle trans for a spare. The code on the side say's AT , I think It's from a 73 super.

I really don;t want to ship it but it's not out of the question. I'd sell it for $75 or swap for some parts, towbar or ??
I'm in Pa 18707

[74baja1915vw]

What kind of condition is it in?

[Ol'fogasaurus]

Without looking up what an AT code is; if it is in good condition and a dual side cover transaxle then you should be able to convert it to a swing setup fairly easily cheaper than buying a used SA unit and fix it up. Gearing might be off a bit ring and pinion wise if it is a Super Beetle unit though (taller ring and pinion). It might be something worth looking into before you sell it off. Check the front mount also.

Lee

[Marc]

AT should be a single sidecover with 3.875:1 R&P, .93 4th and the late stronger 1st. Big late TOB cross-shaft and 3-bolt front mount (although a 2-bolt may be fitted),
Supers & Standards have identical gearing, year-for-year.
Reverse is a weak point on these transmissions; if it works well enough that it'll stay in when backing up gently the trans is likely worth the $75 being asked. If not, it's a core and $25 would be fair. I'd pay $125 for one with a strong Reverse (stays in gear even when romping on the throttle) so it's a $50 gamble either way.

[Ol'fogasaurus]

Thank you for the clarification Marc, I just wasn't sure if the SB all were that way or not. I thought the question was worth the extra discussion. Over the years I have seen several transaxles litterly been given away only to find that they could have been converted, which ever way was needed, (either SW to IRS or vice-versa) and the guy was out more money than it would have taken to convert. One does not always think in this direction in the heat of battle.

Lee

[norville]

What kind of condition is it in?

It's in good shape a little dirty, Still has the TO bearing and Starter attached , I just don't think shipping would be worth it.

[mrblyoung]

I agree with Ol'fogasaurus. I had a later IRS tranny converted to swing axle for my type 4 conversion. You don't have to worry about finding a swing axle that has not been clearances for a 12V 200mm flywheel, you get to buy the later (and cheaper) clutch assemblies, you have the nice, later model throwout bearing guide; the bonuses keep going.

I would keep it and have it converted down the road. Hell, it costs more to upgrade to a 3.88 in a tranny rebuild than you are selling this tranny complete.

[Marc]

SSC transmissions, which this AT is nearly certain to be, cannot be converted to swingaxle.