gearbox..how do i know

Post by **timmo** » Thu Apr 16, 2009 6:15 pm

The engine in my resto was removed and stripped, Log book says 948cc but the engine has ali tag with 1100 on it, so i take its a 1098...How can i tell if i have a 1098 gearbox?
Cheers Tim

Post by **alex_holden** » Thu Apr 16, 2009 6:19 pm

The 1098 has a ribbed case with a hole in the top of the bell housing:

The 948 has a smooth case:

Post by **timmo** » Thu Apr 16, 2009 7:27 pm

Thanks alex....1098 it is

Thu Apr 16, 2009 7:43 pm

you should inform the DLVA that you have a 1098 engine in it.. so if you come to sell the car all the numbers match

Post by **timmo** » Thu Apr 16, 2009 9:05 pm

Will do