need info on converting to a pyramid bus trans, and 3 x 3

[joemama]

So on my swing axle buggy, I want to convert to a pyramid bus trans, and add 3 x 3 arms. I would like to keep the shifter in the tunnel. What do I need? I have a 2" lift, and my body is a very good clone of a Manx, including battery tray and spare tire indent.

[BL3Manx]

I think there are 3 basic options for keeping the shift rod in the tunnel.

One is to use a piece like this in place of the coupling. The piece comes up out of the tunnel.

The second option is to use 10 degree mounts to mount the transaxle/engine at an upward sloping angle. That's how Joe Sellars (jsturtlebuggy) has his 091 mounted in his Manxter

Third is to buy and have the Gene Berg intermediate-housing installed on the bus (002)transaxle

http://www.geneberg.com/cat.php?name=BUS%20600A%20and%20BUS%20600L%20Adapter&cPath=363

BTW, you didn't mention what kind/how powerful an engine you are going to use but short of a turbo'd 150hp+ engine, a professionally built/upgraded Type 1 transaxle should reliably handle it and shift better at the same time.

http://ranchotransaxles.com/vw-transaxles.html

[joemama]

Its not about being able to handle horsepower, but lower gear ratios for steep rocky trails.