As the title states. I finally made a decision, and sold my 2.7 V6 Biturbo.
Buyer came down last night with a box van, and took it away.
I've just purchased a complete S8 engine, from a 1999 Audi S8. Being delivered sometime next week, along with the airbox, MAF, instrument cluster, ECU / wiring harness. Only part missing is the viscous fan, but that's ok, as I'm running 2 electric units at the front (grille side) of the radiator. So, 340PS stock, loads of grunt, and of course, the V8 rumble.
Now, a lot of folk say it won't fit a B5, but I'll get it in. The more folk say it won't (guys that haven't tried) the more determined I am to prove it will. I never go by hearsay.
I have great confidence in my mechanical / electrical abilities, and not the sort to just give up. I'm initially going to fit the motor as it is, but will be going the forced induction route later. Either turbo/s or supercharger, will need to review space, first once installed.
Ordered a flywheel from Audi today - the V8-engined cars were never available in the UK with manual transmission. I'll of course, be installing it with my 01E 6 speed tranny, coded DSY.
Over the next few weeks, I'll be posting regular updates. Can't wait to get rid of the lame 2.6L V6 12V.
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