Swapping an 02j for 02s in a mk2?

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  1. Tristan

    Tristan Paid Member Paid Member

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    From a general look around here, reading the likes of Eddies Jenvee thread etc, am I right in thinking that once you've "02j'd" a mk2, swapping to an 02s is simple? I'm using a cable clutch, and a Polo shift tower.
    Is the 02s gear change sweeter than 02j? Will my Polo shifter and cables swap over?
     
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    Toyotec CGTI Committee - Happy helper at large Admin

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    The gear change is the same quality.

    Any Golf or Polo/Ibiza shifter works.
    I also use a clutch cable.
     
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    Tristan Paid Member Paid Member

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    Thanks Ed .
     
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    You can't use 02S casing in mk2....You should use 02J casing with 5 speed forks, 02J selector...
     
  5. Tristan

    Tristan Paid Member Paid Member

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    Why can't you?
     
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    Because you can't bolt it to gearbox mounts. Casing is different. Missing holes for mk2/mk3 gearbox bracket.
    I have done 02J 6 speed in mk3 :) I know.
     
  7. Toyotec

    Toyotec CGTI Committee - Happy helper at large Admin

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    ^^ He is right.

    I did not just bolt an 02S to JENVEE. If it was a bolt up, then there is nothing to report.

    The gearbox was taken to Martin in Wales and the while the guts is 100% 02S, the casing is 02J as is the bellhousing.
    That allows the fitment to be a strightforward '02J/02A conversion.

    Best speak to Martin who knows these gearboxes to a tee!
     
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    Apologies if I seemed argumentative. It was an honest question, I didn't know the answer, I wasn't doubting you.
    Thanks for the explanation.
     
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    Adjusting the fork isn't an issue. With the case built up and in neutral, just adjust as necessary so the finger is loose on the fork . Then try the tower by hand with the case off.
    They also missed out a vital step in that write up.
     
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