I have an '83 DL wagon and I want to install a Hi/Lo 4WD transmission in it for the low range.

What transaxles are compatible?  I assume that any '80-'84 hi/lo will fit, but is this correct?  Will any of the later transmissions work?

Also, is there a difference in the shifter (transfer case) between the two?

Thanks,

GB in WV

• You will find many threads on EA82 5MT DR into EA81 body. I have done a few.
• It is a conversion, not a direct replacement, yet quite an easy conversion
• The hi lo 4sp 4wd from EA81 will be more straightforward

Thanks for the reply. 

Just yesterday I picked up a parts car with a 4 speed hi lo trans in it.  I think I'll be using it in the DL.

GB

 

That was quick work and one of the better ways to get job done or just shift to driving the donor. I did. Got eight years / 110,000 km on it before it donated it's organs

It's just too rusty.  Been sitting a while with the windows down, and the brakes are totally shot. 

Gonna pull everything I can off of it.  Ea81s are super rare around these parts.