Hardgraf 0 Posted June 19, 2008 Hello I'm putting an S16 into my phase 1.5 1988 1.6 GTi. Will the be1 1.6 box couple fine with the S16? Also the box has done 140k so is it worth rebuilding before the conversion? Also, is it advisable to use 1.9 driveshafts & hubs over the 1.6 items? The engine has been dynoed at 180bhp @ flywheel. Thanks Tom Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pug_ham 244 3 Cars Posted June 20, 2008 The gearbox will fit fine on the engine but use the right release bearing to suit the clutch & your box. I'd rebuild it before fitting it to the S16 if its done 140k & the power is being increased from ~115 to 180bhp at the fly & try to get a later casing which can take the Be3 clutch arm if yours hasn't got the blanks fitted to make it easier to fit the right release bearing. Graham. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jackherer 543 Posted June 20, 2008 I'd rebuild it before fitting it to the S16 if its done 140k & the power is being increased from ~115 to 180bhp I agree, I tried to get away with a similar age box with a 160bhp Mi16 and the synchros lasted about two hours. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Miles 331 1 Cars Posted June 20, 2008 Check that the hole for the TDC sensor is in the box, being 88 it might not as there where some earlier late reg'd car's around that time Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
