901 gearbox question

[gmcgowan99]

Are the internals interchangeable between a side shift and rear shift 914 transmission? Mainly curious about the synchro rings. (New to the forum) Thanks.

[Matt Monson]

Yes.

[gmcgowan99]

Great. Next question. Can a tail shift be converted to a side shift?

[Tobra]

Yes, there is a list of the parts you need around here somewhere, probably at 914 world too.

[Dave at Pelican Parts]

Yes, it can be, but it's generally easier just to swap the whole thing.

You need the shift rails and forks, the selector, and the side shift console from the later transmission. Changing over the tail cone is optional; the swap is a little cleaner if you do.

--DD