Auto bug. Can it be done?

gcorona · Post by **gcorona** » Mon Jun 30, 2003 5:00 pm

I was searching around, but didn't find any related posts. Has anyone every tried to fit an automatic tranny from a Type 4 into a Type 1 ? Can it be done? Personally I like shifting, but I can't ignore the possibility. Especially in Southern Cal traffic.

Regards,
Genaro
.oO(1969 T1 / 1776cc)Oo.

miller · Post by **miller** » Mon Jun 30, 2003 5:24 pm

To my understanding anything that can physically fit on a bug is possible. Some other options are subie transaxles and newer acura transaxle might work. Its worth reasearching. It would be kinda cool to make a total luxury bug with heated seats and auto tranny and A/C. Dont forget the dvd and gps. The luxury idea kinda came from nowhere but thats ok.

VWGirl · Post by **VWGirl** » Mon Jun 30, 2003 7:13 pm

This is going to bring up my question about automatic bugs... I have **heard** of automatic beetles, and talked to people that said they have owned automatic beetles, but have never actually **seen** an automatic beetle. So are these just a myth or did they really exist? I once saw a VW ad that said fully automatic and had a pic of a beetle... i wish i had that ad now...

yes i am refering to fully automatic and not autostick...

vwfreek · Post by **vwfreek** » Mon Jun 30, 2003 8:14 pm

I'm pretty sure VW never made an official fully automatic Beetle. I've got a collection of autostick trannies, because I was going to swap one into my '61 Baja Bug. But I've found out there's a lot of work involved, so I might as well put that effort towards trying to swap in a fully automatic. Now if I can only find a Porsche tiptronic at a reasonable price...

gcorona · Post by **gcorona** » Mon Jun 30, 2003 8:26 pm

I wonder if the Type 2 automatic can be fitted into a T1.

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vwfreek · Post by **vwfreek** » Mon Jun 30, 2003 8:47 pm

Type 2, 3, and 4 automatic transmissions are all pretty much the same. The Vanagon auto tranny is also similar in design, but has some differences. An autostick from a Bug will bolt in, but it has all the extra vacuum and ATF lines, tanks, pumps, solenoids etc. that need to go with it.

ANT · Post by **ANT** » Mon Jun 30, 2003 9:01 pm

Thought I heard that a T3 transmixer would fit. Have thought how slick it would be to have a fully automagic trans in a daily driver.

Alright, I'm a lazy sumbish. You happy now?
-ANT

gcorona · Post by **gcorona** » Mon Jun 30, 2003 9:26 pm

Right!, See? ANT's got the idea! An automatic daily driver was what I was thinking of. Drive to work and drink my coffee in peace.
What's a transmixer?

ANT · Post by **ANT** » Mon Jun 30, 2003 9:42 pm

gcorona wrote:Right!, See? ANT's got the idea! An automatic daily driver was what I was thinking of. Drive to work and drink my coffee in peace.
What's a transmixer?

Same as Slushbox......mix master.....slip n' slide.....you want some wine (whine) to go with that Powerglide?
-ANT

gcorona · Post by **gcorona** » Tue Jul 01, 2003 6:15 pm

Sooooo, no one has any input on this? I've been scowering the web for info but I haven't found anything yet.

VWGirl · Post by **VWGirl** » Tue Jul 01, 2003 8:27 pm

It's been done... like someone else said anything CAN be done... and most of it has

Travis S · Post by **Travis S** » Wed Jul 02, 2003 11:41 am

Why don't you try and find a used auto stick.

gcorona · Post by **gcorona** » Fri Jul 04, 2003 12:33 am

Autostick looks more complicated than a fullon automatic. What about the Bus/Transporters? Didn't they come in automatic? I've already been told that the type 3 trannies will not fit. I checked a diagram and found that the Type 3 chassis is slightly different than the bugs.

Busguy71 · Post by **Busguy71** » Sun Jul 06, 2003 3:22 pm

It depends what you mean by "fit." Anything will fit, its just a matter of how much fabrication you are willing to do..........I like bolt-on stuff myself

Marvelicious · Post by **Marvelicious** » Mon Jul 07, 2003 1:08 am

I can make it fit, where's my hammer?

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