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Dsg conversion is it worth it
Posted: Sun Feb 19, 2023 12:18 pm
by gjseb
Been searching for a caddy for around 4 weeks now can't seem to find one in right year and colour in dsg just wondering what cost roughly would-be to have 66 plate caddy converted from manual to dsg,
Thanks in advance
Re: Dsg conversion is it worth it
Posted: Sun Feb 19, 2023 12:24 pm
by Doc
This totally depends on the price you can get the gearbox and selector for. Used prices range wildly as it's totally up to the guy in possession of the used part as to how much he wants for it. I've seen DSG boxes listed for sale for £400-2000. If you are going to buy new parts, at least double that higher end price.
You are looking at 2-3 days labour for a mechanic/auto electrician to get it in and working.
Re: Dsg conversion is it worth it
Posted: Sun Feb 19, 2023 12:30 pm
by hef355
I’ve done a few of these conversions bud and it honestly transforms the van it really does!
I happen to have a very low mile dsg 7 speed box from a 68 plate Caddy that I could supply and fit for £2500
Cheers
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Re: Dsg conversion is it worth it
Posted: Sun Feb 19, 2023 12:32 pm
by hef355
Completely agree with doc there, 100% correct
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Re: Dsg conversion is it worth it
Posted: Sun Feb 19, 2023 2:02 pm
by gjseb
Heff found my perfect van perfect colour just manual, that price you said would it go into a 66 plate also what about pedals and electronics side of it all mate,
Re: Dsg conversion is it worth it
Posted: Sun Feb 19, 2023 2:05 pm
by gjseb
Also heff where you based and what sort of time frame you looking at mate
Re: Dsg conversion is it worth it
Posted: Sun Feb 19, 2023 3:50 pm
by hef355
Hi bud, yes it would be perfect for your potential 66 plate van.
Work would take approx 3 days as doc indicates and pm me to discuss dates that suits you as I’m quite flexible
Cheers
Hef
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Re: Dsg conversion is it worth it
Posted: Fri Feb 24, 2023 6:22 pm
by J999YYL
I would personally say yes! I’ve got a converted 2.0tfsi dsg caddy and I’ve never looked back! The gear changes are great and I’m a lazy driver
If you’re anywhere near Huddersfield HD Caddy did mine.
Re: Dsg conversion is it worth it
Posted: Sun Feb 26, 2023 7:44 pm
by gjseb
Thanks guys struggling to find a van to even get started lol
Re: Dsg conversion is it worth it
Posted: Sat Mar 04, 2023 10:47 am
by DW2207
Heff and his good friend medz converted my mk3 caddy to tfsi.
Fully recommend them for this work. Did a fantastic oem finish on my van and 2 very nice blokes too.
Re: Dsg conversion is it worth it
Posted: Sat Mar 04, 2023 1:03 pm
by hef355
Cheers Dan. Your compliments are much appreciated mate thank you!
Hope the van is still making you smile my friend
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Re: Dsg conversion is it worth it
Posted: Sat Mar 04, 2023 3:07 pm
by DW2207
Hi heff, all good mate. I've sent you a pm buddy
Re: Dsg conversion is it worth it
Posted: Sat Mar 04, 2023 10:11 pm
by Robert VW
DSG is the best gearbox and definitely worth investment.
Re: Dsg conversion is it worth it
Posted: Thu Jul 25, 2024 11:15 am
by Dave10066
Hi. Just wondering if anybody could help me out. I'm looking to fit a dsg6 from a skoda car in to my caddy3 1.9tdi factory fitted dsg6. Question would it just be plug and play or are there any other issues?. Thanks for any advise.