D1 Motor Swap to Chevy 327 0r 350
 

I'm probably going to get slammed for this but I'm seriously considering swapping out the factory 3.9L with a Chevrolet motor (GM made a few Rover motors correct?)....only because I already have them and most of the parts. I've got a 327, 350, and a 400...along with a variety of trannys. I found this video on one with suppossedly a 350 but with no info:
http://videos.streetfire.net/video/C...-Wi_154557.htm

Does anyone know of any D1's that have tried this? Looking to see what is all involved. Thanks!

RE: D1 Motor Swap to Chevy 327 0r 350
 

I have thought of that a few times as well. I saw a range rover classic with a 350 on ebay awhile back. I'd go for it, sounds like a good idea to me.

RE: D1 Motor Swap to Chevy 327 0r 350
 

As long a the transfer case and axles can handle the extra power and torque I'd say go for it. Take plenty of pictures too.

RE: D1 Motor Swap to Chevy 327 0r 350
 

Here is a link to some information.

http://www.rangerovers.net/rrupgrades/index.htm#swapgm

Willie

RE: D1 Motor Swap to Chevy 327 0r 350
 

Sounds like a whole drive train swap.

RE: D1 Motor Swap to Chevy 327 0r 350
 

I think you would be better off dropping in a diesel. From what I understand it is a very easy swap, especially is you use a Rover diesel.

RE: D1 Motor Swap to Chevy 327 0r 350
 

Good info..thanks!

If I do this..it will be a bit down the road. I know the Disco's motor will need to be replaced eventually...I would like to be ready with a swap when it does.

RE: D1 Motor Swap to Chevy 327 0r 350
 

Why not just have it rebuilt when it goes? It would be easier, probally cheaper and you could have it milled, bored and re-sleeved.

RE: D1 Motor Swap to Chevy 327 0r 350
 

http://www.mdengineering.co.uk/index.php?act=about

RE: D1 Motor Swap to Chevy 327 0r 350
 

http://www.obwcanada.com/
http://www.bellintercoolers.com
http://www.mdengineering.co.uk/
Everything you need to do a diesel conversion. I know a guy in TX who did this with great success.