Torque converter for an '82 ,1.6 L Diesel

[rednrusty]

I have an '82 ,1.6 L diesel out of a Rabbit pickup that I want to put in a GEO Tracker. The Tracker has a Geo A/T and its torque converter is not compatible with the power output of a diesel. Is there a VW diesel with an A/T that I can use ,either as a whole unit or just its torque converter ? If there is I will try and adapt that or, if not, I will have to replace the A/T with a GEO 5 speed M/T, which I know will work. Thank you, Ken

[Rockerchick]

There were auto mk1 diesels. Not sure about mk2's.

Keep in mind too, even if you go with a 5-speed, you need the correct gearing to make it work well with a diesel. Yes, a gasser manual will work, but the gearing will be off and you'll be in high RPMs at highway speeds more than likely.

[rednrusty]

I'm not familiar with the MARK series . Ken

[Rockerchick]

Year ranges. There are forums for each below. Mk1 is through '84. Mk2 is '85-'92 I think.