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Engine Specific Info and Questions => Diesel Swaps => Topic started by: ratfink1 on October 22, 2024, 08:34:53 am

Title: VW Baja Bug, TDI Engine Choices
Post by: ratfink1 on October 22, 2024, 08:34:53 am

Hi everyone,
Appologies for asking same question.
Not able to find info Im looking for that is less than five years old.

Project is VW Baja Bug.

I want to use a TDI Diesel and need to know which years are popular, easiest to get, power upgrades, etc...

Wiring up ECMs, Tuning, dealing with cam/lifter mechanical issues, I can deal with.

I was thinking about buying an entire car, however will probably purchase complete engine with harness/ecm from wrecking yard.

Again, appologies for the repeat questions. Thanks to everyone in advance for the help.

Title: Re: VW Baja Bug, TDI Engine Choices
Post by: Dennis Froelich on October 22, 2024, 09:30:42 am

Most likely an ALH TDI engine would be your best bet.
AHU from 98 Jetta is also a possibility.