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- September 8th, 2005, 6:42 pm
- Forum: V6 Technical/Performance
- Topic: Engine swap for dummies
- Replies: 29
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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...
- 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...
- 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...
- 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...