Engine Swap

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Dobbin

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Hi all

I have a 1.7 dti astravan its millage is getting high and stuff seems to be failing more often. I dont want to get rid of it as I love the thing, now my idea is getting a donor engine I am thinking 1.9 cdti so it has some power. Has anyone dones this? I know it will be a nightmare to do with the electrics so what electrical things should I be looking to change so I can start buying the stuff I need in stages.

Thanks for any help
 
Hi dobbin and welcome to torquecars.

Your best option is to buy a wrecked donor and strip off the bits you'll need. Get the gearbox, ecu and wiring loom and you may need to change over the engine mounts depending on the donor vehicle.

Is the suspension brakes and bodywork good enough to justify a transplant?
 

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