Originally Posted by
S2=RSTmatt
iv found complete engines for around 250/300 with gearbox and all ancillaries and stuff, is there any way i can do it all myself? id need to rent/borrow an engine crane obviously, but i really want this to happen, and i could probably stretcch to about 600 700 to get it done, labour costs alot these days lol, i just really want this done
You're doing well to get everything for £250/300, where's this from out of interest? Ebay or on here?
Bear in mind if your going to do it you want to do it properly, otherwise you're going to spend more time fixing it than driving which is NOT fun. Remember the CVH turbo's are getting on a bit now and can require a bit of attention especially if you get a dog.
It's all of the little odds and sods that end up costing a packet too, the bits you don't think about.
Did your 250 -300 include wiring loom, fuel tank and lines, ecu's, then mapping or a good set-up, suspension and brakes to cope with all that extra power. It all adds up unfortunately.
If your on a budget have you thought about a Zetec, much cheaper to do, easier to fit and potential for good NA power.
Not trying to put you off, but trust us, it can be expensive!
