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[techieboy]

Bit OT but can this engine be used in RWD? Looking at alternatives to the norm for my bathtub

Iirc ppc mag stuck one in a mk2 escort a few years back

They did but they're still trying to get it up and running.

[siztenboots]

 

 

Bit OT but can this engine be used in RWD? Looking at alternatives to the norm for my bathtub

Iirc ppc mag stuck one in a mk2 escort a few years back

 

They did but they're still trying to get it up and running.

 

 

gearbox from an omega R28 , same bolt pattern and starter motor position ( as LET and B2x4/5 )

 

depends , does the engine sit on top of the steering rack , as you might have to make room for the sump  

[Escy]

Great post AiM. Thanks.

Good read this thread If the vx conversion with 400bhp will only be used on the road... why don't you just buy a astra vxr, loads cheaper to go to 400+

I've got a AE86 that's running a 200sx engine. It's about 270bhp at the moment and is pretty quick as it is with more power easily available. I don't just want a fast car, I like projects. I've fancied putting one of these Saab engines in something for a while (VX220 would be the best base car as it'll bolt up to the standard gearbox and it's mid engined). Part of me wonders if I'd prefer my AE86 to a big power VX220 anyway. I've also got a MR2 Roadster with a Corolla T-Sport 190bhp engine and it's a fantastic car but after spinning it on a wet roundabout at about 50mph I'm wary of mid engined handling. It's great but you can't take liberties. What appeals to me with the VX is that they handle so well that one with say 450bhp would be an immense proposition, i'd expect it to be able to mix with pretty much anything on the road or track. If I go for it this will probably be a project for next winter now. There is a good thread with a guy fitting the Saab engine into an RX8 if you want to see it converted to RWD.

[Captain Vimes]

I had a 200bhp 1zz turbo mk3 mr2 and now have a 245bhp supercharged vx. I'd say the handling on the vx is friendlier if the back starts to slide - easier to catch than the mr2 but still much spikier than a front engine rwd machine (I had a e36 m3..). If you haven't been out in a vx then you need to get to a local meet and go for a drive as it's world's away from a mk3 mr2 in terms of comfort and noise/vibration.

Edited by Captain Vimes, 06 January 2015 - 04:21 PM.

[Escy]

I've driven a n/a, only for a couple of miles but I loved it, it handled great. I might see if I can pop along to a local meet in the spring time, everyone seems quite friendly.

[Pete berry]

Any updates on this engine swap?

[vocky]

the weight of the engine probably crushed the chassis

[Nev]

It's a shame it never happened

[ditonics]

It sounded promising if you wanted cheap big power. What engines have been shoe horned into the vx successfully.

[smiley]

From the top of my head; Rover V8, Honda K20, a Volvo engine and a Saab B207.

 

[The Batman]

There is a seat arosa engine aswell

[oakmere]

And an old school GM 1.9 Diesel.

[ditonics]

And an old school GM 1.9 Diesel.

Diesel in a vx220 :'(

[oakmere]

I would like to fit a V8 Hayabusa engine but they are 23k ☹️ If I win the lottery I am doing it 🤑

Edited by oakmere, 14 January 2017 - 05:23 PM.

[smiley]

 

And an old school GM 1.9 Diesel.

Diesel in a vx220 :'(

 

 

 

[ditonics]

How about a Toyota 1.3 turbo lump as used in the glanza starlet. 350hp easily achievable with some tuning and lighter than the stock turbo unit..... Just a thought

[Pete berry]

I'd love a rx8 rotary just for the noise , I imagine it to be fairly small and light too

[chickendippers]

There is a B204 engined VX, look up Phil Hillyard on facebook or export001 on here. First one to be done I believe, pm me or him if you need any info

[Nev]

Don't forget some people called Vauxhall fitted a lot of lawn mower engines into VXs

 

[Rosssco]

As much as I like the old Toyota lumps, I think technology has moved on a bit..

 

Saying that, there's a chap who's installed a 3S-GTE engine in the Projects section..

 

How about a Toyota 1.3 turbo lump as used in the glanza starlet. 350hp easily achievable with some tuning and lighter than the stock turbo unit..... Just a thought