b5 a4 swap to 2.7

[Audifrog]

Hey guys,

I have a 01' a4 avant 2.8. I'm looking into swapping to the 2.7. More than likely ill be getting a cheap s4, allroad, or a6 as a parts car. Just seeing if anyone has any experience doing a CA legal swap or if you guys know of anything I should look out for besides blown turbos and timing belt issues. Thanks.

[GrapeBandit]

CA legal swap

i dont think there is such a thing

[BaseDrifter]

It is possible to do a CA legal engine swap, but it's not "easy" (what engine swaps are though?)

https://www.bar.ca.gov/Consumer/Engi...uidelines.html

All exhaust emission controlled vehicles with engine changes must be inspected by an official referee station and must have a Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) Vehicle Identification Label affixed to the doorpost.

Make sure the engine and emission control configuration on exhaust – controlled vehicles are certified to the year of the vehicle or newer, and to the same or a more stringent new vehicle certification standard.

Mixing and matching emission control system components could cause problems and is generally not allowed. Engine and emission control systems must be in an engine–chassis configuration certified by the California Air Resources Board (ARB) or U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The engine must meet or exceed the requirements for the year and class of vehicle in which it is installed.

These vehicles must pass a complete smog inspection (visual, functional, and tailpipe).

http://www.ehow.com/list_7168251_cal...swap-laws.html

An engine change involves swapping a car engine with another that is not identical, under California law. The state insists that the newly-installed block must be the same age or newer than the one coming out of the car. It must be from the same type of vehicle, such as a passenger car or light duty truck. If the car is California-certified then the engine going in to the car must also be California-certified. Car owners must make sure an engine change does not increase pollution levels, according to California's Air Resources Board. Car owners must submit their car for inspection after an engine change takes place. This is carried out at a state referee station where the vehicle is subject to an emissions test and checked to see that all required equipment is where it should be under California law.

Read more : http://www.ehow.com/list_7168251_cal...swap-laws.html

The bolded section above would be the most difficult part IMO. Pretty sure a 2.7T is going to emit more pollutants than a 1.8T.

[redline380]

That reply is way too comprehensive for the standard "2.7 swap" thread.

The proper answer is "search".

[GrapeBandit]

pretty much just sell your car and buy an s4
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[un1ko]

pretty much just sell your car and buy an s4
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I agree. S4 are not that expensive now a days.

[GrapeBandit]

I agree. S4 are not that expensive now a days.

if you look hard enough(craigslist), you can find them for $3500+ lol

[rodgertherabit]

I agree. S4 are not that expensive now a days.

exactly. Might as well save a TON of work as well!

[R490]

General repairs, and lots of them. Make sure that the engine that you get it in really good shape.