| T O P I C R E V I E W |
| new2vn |
Posted - 07 Jun 2011 : 5:46:37 PM
Hi to all,
I have a series 2 VN from 9/1991 (The last factory fitted engine revision in a VN, as the workshop manual says anyway.) If I am looking to have a changeover engine fitted:
A: What engines are a straight bolt-in option for this vehicle?
VP, VR? Or just stick with the same model engine?
(No ECU, gearbox changes etc.)
B: Should I be able to pick up a reasonable 2nd hand runner for around $500 fitted?
(they are as common as boat anchors in SA)
Any thoughts or recommendations anyone?
Cheers, Ben.
I don't want extra power, options or installation issues, just a changeover engine that does the job. |
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| thedunga |
Posted - 08 Jun 2011 : 12:33:03 AM
and your tappet covers too |
| thedunga |
Posted - 07 Jun 2011 : 10:00:00 PM
vn s1 can be mod'ed to be a s2 i have done it to my car use ur intake, injectors, water pipe from behind the pump and thats about it. |
| VNGRPA |
Posted - 07 Jun 2011 : 9:02:16 PM
the vn's had no cam sensor were as the vr's v6 do |
| VNSVLE |
Posted - 07 Jun 2011 : 8:55:39 PM
Series 2 VN through to the end of the VP will go in no dramas. VR has a different ecm as it has an integrated security system but I believe engine is identical (not 100% on that though) |
| dryVN |
Posted - 07 Jun 2011 : 6:24:04 PM
Hi , simple change over would be S2 VN or S1 VP , not sure about S2 VP could also be easy.
The VR motor and box need to be fitted together , and some of the electronic gear to go with it.
Just a thought for ease of fitment.
Wreckers will have a boat load of engine's and if you find a good one $500 - $1000 could cover it
if you have space , pickup a pranged rear ended car with good motor for the same cash and heaps of parts.
Cheers Mate. |
