Thread: series 3, 3.5 v8 engine upgrade?

Hi

Just wondering what would be a good upgrade choice for a series 3 ute with v8 and manual?

Was looking at the 3.9 and auto for sale here from a discovery?

Would something like this be an easy fit?

Im really new to the engine conversions, upgrades etc..

I want an AUTO, and a little more power. Was looking at a ford v8 etc, but i really would rather stay with the rover in a ROVER if you know what i mean.

Thanks for your help...

If someone could let me know the difference in engine size(physically), mounting etc...

also swap for the manual to auto size mount etc?

Chad

Originally Posted by Mick_Marsh

I've seen a Chrysler V8 in a SIIA. A few modifications had to be made to the chassis to fit it in. It must have been 400cui or more.

I think a better car for your project would be a Schuler Range Rover. Even if you change the body for a Landrover.
The Schuler Range Rover had a 5 litre V8 connected to a chrysler gearbox. 4WD of course. I started a thread on these not long ago as I had found one for sale. A few other people found some in perhaps poorer condition and possibly more reasonably priced.

http://www.aulro.com/afvb/marketplac...nge-rover.html

Good Luck

regards
Mick

I put a 318 into a series 1 a wile back Any thing is possible but will involve bulkhead modifications and upgrading the drive line.