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  1. 17th April 2008, 06:28 PM #1
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    Question engine swap ideas

    OKay as some know the engine on my '98 auto Disco 3.9V8 packed it in and need a replacement...

    What suggestions do you have for a nice simple swap for my mechanic to do... don't want to spend a fortune... cheap as possible really, around the 3k or under if possible.

    Something a bit more economical would be nice

    Cheers in advance

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    PS yes to lazy and don;t have the time to research everything myself as at the mechanics and want to give him an answer quickly

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  2. 17th April 2008, 06:40 PM #2
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    Another 3.9 is the only option with 3k budget AND a mech. doing the work
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  3. 17th April 2008, 07:06 PM #3
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    If you want it to be cheaper then why not rebuild what you've got and run it on straight LPG or dual fuel.

    That way you get $2k off the LPG and if it is being done at the same time it might not work out to be as much as if it was a straight install.

    What happened to your engine?
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  5. 17th April 2008, 07:51 PM #5
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    Could call Murray at Jag & Rover Spares 07 3356 5255 and see if he's got any import motors in stock
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    Yep, replace with another Rover engine. If you're heads etc are ok maybe get a 4.6 short motor.
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    $3k......

    That will get you a rebuild and thats it.....

    Get a good 2nd hand 3.9 and plonk it back in....

    Then you have change for a bus ticket to get to work cheaper
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    Three big ones will get you a rebuild. If you have done some damage like sticking a leg out of bed, or breaking a crankshaft and busting main bearing housings out of the block, then get a used engine and rebuild that. You wont get an engine swap done for $3k.
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    sorry not engine swap for 3k just an engine or close to it Been quoted 750 to install.

    Got a couple prices on reco 3.9's for that or up to 4500 for a 4.6.

    The straight LPG sounds like it could be an option... any idea if different bits are needed as have access to the gas attachments etc off a 3.9 from a '90 rangy

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    cheers for the help everyone

    Have taken the advice and purchased a s/h 3.9 with only 68k on it... will then put on gas later on

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