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by zreak
September 8th, 2005, 6:42 pm
Forum: V6 Technical/Performance
Topic: Engine swap for dummies
Replies: 29
Views: 1441

We have some wicked taxes on changing enginesize over here. And the risk of getting caught, even though they look completely a like... And I'll go safe for now, and switch a K8 with a K8. Anyways, I've talked more with the shop that has what I think is a good engine. it's a '98 K8 with 42300 miles f...
by zreak
August 30th, 2005, 9:48 am
Forum: V6 Technical/Performance
Topic: Engine swap for dummies
Replies: 29
Views: 1441

So what do I need to check / know when buying an engine from overseas? When I can't check the engine? I looked through the manual found on this page, about removal and installation, and I fear it'll be to much for me and a couple of friends to do. I'm going to get professional help installing it, ju...
by zreak
August 29th, 2005, 11:39 am
Forum: V6 Technical/Performance
Topic: Engine swap for dummies
Replies: 29
Views: 1441

Thanks for the first input. I love this car and I really want it right. I have a couple of friends that are going to help me, they have worked a lot on cars before, just not this, and don't think they have switched an engine. But as we've come to realize this car is very special and there's not much...
by zreak
August 29th, 2005, 10:30 am
Forum: V6 Technical/Performance
Topic: Engine swap for dummies
Replies: 29
Views: 1441

Engine swap for dummies

I need to replace my old 1.8 with a new one, cuz I broke the old one.. :( I don't think I can afford or pull off doing a 2.5 switch. I'm a complete newb when it comes to working with cars, though I have some friends that will help. My first question is what to look for when I'm buying an engine? I'v...

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