83 Rabbit info

norvak · #1 (**permalink**) 05-02-2007, 01:01 PM

Hey guys, I got a 83 rabbit conv. What motor is in this car? I know nothing about VW except I do know this motor is blown.

I need to buy a rebuilt motor, but I dont know where to look or what im looking for. I prolly need a new clutch too.

I need some MK1 love here.

98a4 · #2 (**permalink**) 05-02-2007, 01:04 PM

No point in rebuilding that motor. You can buy a 2.0 xflow (ABA) motor for ~ 200$ running. Things should bolt up almost perfectly.

Aaron, chime in.

JFryauff · #3 (**permalink**) 05-02-2007, 01:11 PM

1.7 litres of fun!

Depending on your budget, skillset, and willingness...a rebuild is an option, but a swap might be more benficial. Whether it be a 1.8, 1.8t, 2.0, or VR6.

norvak · #4 (**permalink**) 05-02-2007, 01:38 PM

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Originally Posted by 98a4

No point in rebuilding that motor. You can buy a 2.0 xflow (ABA) motor for ~ 200$ running. Things should bolt up almost perfectly.

Aaron, chime in.

2.0 sounds great.

My skillset has never let me down. Im not a mechanic, dont claim to be. Im just a computer guy that when something needs done, I get the info and learn how to do it myself.

Where do I go to get an engine like this?

JFryauff · #5 (**permalink**) 05-02-2007, 01:50 PM

Where are you located?
I have a complete 8v 2.0 (ABA), and 16v 2.0 (9A) sitting in my garage...and Lord knows I'll never get to them at this rate.

norvak · #6 (**permalink**) 05-02-2007, 01:56 PM

Im in Oklahoma City.

JFryauff · #7 (**permalink**) 05-02-2007, 02:03 PM

Oh...well, check out www.vwvortex.com classified section, I am sure there is someone closer to you with similiar options.

norvak · #8 (**permalink**) 05-02-2007, 03:01 PM

thanks! ill also continue to browse around on these forums. I seem to see tons of usefull information here.

trev0rbr · #9 (**permalink**) 05-02-2007, 03:37 PM

if you want to keep the stock fuel injection i would buy a 2.0 aba bottom end and put your old head on it bolt it in and call it good. theres a few little things that need to be done for this swap, but for the most part it's simple

norvak · #10 (**permalink**) 05-02-2007, 03:51 PM

I dont want to be a noob accused of not using the search function, but do you have a link with all that goes into the swap?

if you tell me to just search I wont be mad

hehe

norvak · #11 (**permalink**) 05-02-2007, 05:40 PM

Bored at work, pics in case anyones interested in seeing the before mentioned car.

slo goin · #12 (**permalink**) 05-02-2007, 10:44 PM

jfryauff get in touch with me i need a motor..........PLEASE!

JFryauff · #13 (**permalink**) 05-03-2007, 07:30 AM

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Originally Posted by ThE RaT

jfryauff get in touch with me i need a motor..........PLEASE!

PM sent.

98a4 · #14 (**permalink**) 05-03-2007, 08:07 AM

On vortex, in the DYI/FAQ thread in the mk1 section there is all the swap info you would ever need.

I guess I didnt read it was an MK1. Your best bet is going with a 1.8l 16 or the 2.0l 16v. Great reliable motors you can score for under 3-400$

norvak · #15 (**permalink**) 05-03-2007, 02:18 PM

just took a look at that. very very cool. thanks for pointing me in the right direction.