Cool Engine Swap Thread
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Look at those names.I would say its on purpose. To keep them private maybe.
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- 2008 Mazda5 5MT Sport w/ Popular Package
Maniac Transplants Audi 4.2-Liter V8 Into 1981 Lotus Esprit
. Don't forget to check out the video...
This is one of those rare occasions where the most appropriate reaction to an engine transplant is to stand from your chair, and begin a slow clap of awe-inspired appreciation. It takes a certain kind of bonkers maniac to wrest the 2.2 liter 4-cylinder Lotus engine and Citroen gearbox from an otherwise impeccable example of a 1981 Lotus Esprit and install a monster German V8 of aluminum und schteel. Follow along in forum format as our hero goes about the heart transplant, and wonder in awe as he custom machines parts for the beast. We want to be like him when we grow up.
Source, Jalopnik
http://jalopnik.com/376281/maniac-transplants-audi-42+liter-v8-into-1981-lotus-esprit
. Don't forget to check out the video...This is one of those rare occasions where the most appropriate reaction to an engine transplant is to stand from your chair, and begin a slow clap of awe-inspired appreciation. It takes a certain kind of bonkers maniac to wrest the 2.2 liter 4-cylinder Lotus engine and Citroen gearbox from an otherwise impeccable example of a 1981 Lotus Esprit and install a monster German V8 of aluminum und schteel. Follow along in forum format as our hero goes about the heart transplant, and wonder in awe as he custom machines parts for the beast. We want to be like him when we grow up.
Source, Jalopnik
http://jalopnik.com/376281/maniac-transplants-audi-42+liter-v8-into-1981-lotus-esprit
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- 2008 Mazda5 5MT Sport w/ Popular Package
Sandrail with a Mazda Rotary...
Would this count as an engine swap?
. Come on, it is cool to say the least!
In order to try something unique, I decided to upgrade my sandrail from the stock VW 1600 to a mazda rotary. The mazda rotary is a very different engine, based on the original wankel rotary engines. It doesn't have pistons -- instead it has "rotors" which spin around in a sort of spirograph type motion. Common rotary engines are the mazda 12A and 13B, which each have two rotors.
Since I didn't find a real good source of information on how to do the engine swap on the web, I've put together this page that documents the process that I went through (right, wrong, or otherwise...) to do it.
In order to test the concept, and make sure I liked the engine, I purchased a used engine and tranny from a junk yard for $150 ($100 for the engine, $50 for the tranny). For a narrative of what it took to get the junk engine running, click here.
I also have page that describes the necessary mods I had to make to get things working.
Once the junk engine proved the idea viable, I went ahead and ordered a good rebuilt engine for a reputable builder, and the necessary adapter to connect the 12A to the volkswagen transaxle.
I also put together a step-by-step list of the process I went through to get the motor up and running.
The three most important rules about swapping out a VW engine for a higher performance engine:
1. You're going to blow out the transaxle
2. You're going to blow out the transaxle
3. You're going to blow out the transaxle
What I'm trying to get at here is that you should either have a close look at your tranny and beef up any weak parts, or be sure to be careful in how you drive the thing.
Source and creative credit:
http://www.smbaker.com/rail/mazda.html
Attached the pics here so not to hit the server with pic requests...
Would this count as an engine swap?
. Come on, it is cool to say the least!In order to try something unique, I decided to upgrade my sandrail from the stock VW 1600 to a mazda rotary. The mazda rotary is a very different engine, based on the original wankel rotary engines. It doesn't have pistons -- instead it has "rotors" which spin around in a sort of spirograph type motion. Common rotary engines are the mazda 12A and 13B, which each have two rotors.
Since I didn't find a real good source of information on how to do the engine swap on the web, I've put together this page that documents the process that I went through (right, wrong, or otherwise...) to do it.
In order to test the concept, and make sure I liked the engine, I purchased a used engine and tranny from a junk yard for $150 ($100 for the engine, $50 for the tranny). For a narrative of what it took to get the junk engine running, click here.
I also have page that describes the necessary mods I had to make to get things working.
Once the junk engine proved the idea viable, I went ahead and ordered a good rebuilt engine for a reputable builder, and the necessary adapter to connect the 12A to the volkswagen transaxle.
I also put together a step-by-step list of the process I went through to get the motor up and running.
The three most important rules about swapping out a VW engine for a higher performance engine:
1. You're going to blow out the transaxle
2. You're going to blow out the transaxle
3. You're going to blow out the transaxle
What I'm trying to get at here is that you should either have a close look at your tranny and beef up any weak parts, or be sure to be careful in how you drive the thing.
Source and creative credit:
http://www.smbaker.com/rail/mazda.html
Attached the pics here so not to hit the server with pic requests...
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Vintage VW Bug Gets Turbocharged V8
Holly smokes, now we are talking!
We're not sure what makes this vintage Volkswagen more terrifying, the turbocharged V8 engine or the unconventional (for a Bug) engine placement. Either way, this car fulfills a few dreams and, likely, a few nightmares.
"Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds," was the phrase uttered by J. Robert Oppenheimer shortly after developing the atomic bomb. We can only hope he builder of this certain-death machine felt a similar emotion the first time he planted the progress pedal and rocketed himself into hot rodding lore.
Details are scarce, but we do know this street weapon is powered by a turbocharged 5.3 liter LSx-based engine. Taking the extra indie step forward, the fuel is managed by the beautifully homebrewed Megasquirt system. Die hard vintage VW fanatics will throw a rod when they notice very little original Bug remains, as it sits on a fully boxed one-off chassis with matching integral cage. Enough with the chatter we'll let the pictures and video below do the talking.
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Source:
http://jalopnik.com/5118944/vintage-vw-bug-gets-turbocharged-v8-probably-one-of-the-four-horsemen
Holly smokes, now we are talking!
We're not sure what makes this vintage Volkswagen more terrifying, the turbocharged V8 engine or the unconventional (for a Bug) engine placement. Either way, this car fulfills a few dreams and, likely, a few nightmares.
"Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds," was the phrase uttered by J. Robert Oppenheimer shortly after developing the atomic bomb. We can only hope he builder of this certain-death machine felt a similar emotion the first time he planted the progress pedal and rocketed himself into hot rodding lore.
Details are scarce, but we do know this street weapon is powered by a turbocharged 5.3 liter LSx-based engine. Taking the extra indie step forward, the fuel is managed by the beautifully homebrewed Megasquirt system. Die hard vintage VW fanatics will throw a rod when they notice very little original Bug remains, as it sits on a fully boxed one-off chassis with matching integral cage. Enough with the chatter we'll let the pictures and video below do the talking.
<embed width="448" height="361" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" src="http://i142.photobucket.com/flash/player.swf?file=http://vid142.photobucket.com/albums/r109/v8bug/turbobugtest.flv"></embed>
Source:
http://jalopnik.com/5118944/vintage-vw-bug-gets-turbocharged-v8-probably-one-of-the-four-horsemen
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- 2008 Mazda5 5MT Sport w/ Popular Package
V8-Powered Honda S2000 (GM LS Engine)
The Honda S2000 is a competent, taught little street fighter, but markedly lacking in torque. What does any self-respecting gearhead do when faced with such a situation? Go totally overboard while shaving weight!
Almost becoming an expected swap for just about any vehicle, both rear and front wheel drive, GM's LSx engine architecture is a strong stalwart in the ever-increasing engine power arms race. Over a decade old now, it still offers a terribly potent mixture in a tiny aluminum box.
With no other reason besides bowing to the Gods of Speed, we bring you this ideal combination-in-progress of precision driving equipment. Brought together in holy matrimony, you've got a lithe Japanese roadster revered many times over for its great balance and poise implanted with a healthy dose of red-blooded American V8 torque-nasty power. May the oversteer be with you, amen.
The Honda S2000 is a competent, taught little street fighter, but markedly lacking in torque. What does any self-respecting gearhead do when faced with such a situation? Go totally overboard while shaving weight!
Almost becoming an expected swap for just about any vehicle, both rear and front wheel drive, GM's LSx engine architecture is a strong stalwart in the ever-increasing engine power arms race. Over a decade old now, it still offers a terribly potent mixture in a tiny aluminum box.
With no other reason besides bowing to the Gods of Speed, we bring you this ideal combination-in-progress of precision driving equipment. Brought together in holy matrimony, you've got a lithe Japanese roadster revered many times over for its great balance and poise implanted with a healthy dose of red-blooded American V8 torque-nasty power. May the oversteer be with you, amen.
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How To Swap A Ford Escort Engine In 32 Seconds
LOL (2thumbs)
Changing a VW Bug's generator belt in five seconds was darn impressive, but this team of British Royal Marines swapped an Escort's four-cylinder in an impossible 32 seconds. Amusingly, it took ten seconds to drive 33ft and finish the challenge.
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LOL (2thumbs)
Changing a VW Bug's generator belt in five seconds was darn impressive, but this team of British Royal Marines swapped an Escort's four-cylinder in an impossible 32 seconds. Amusingly, it took ten seconds to drive 33ft and finish the challenge.
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[Jalopnik]
Not yet. My buddy does not have it running yet. He needs to build a custom driveshaft for it.
