Engine Options
Recovery Vehicle
Joined: Jan 2013
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From: Seattle, WA
I can vouch for Turner Engineering as being the dog's whatsits, they have been in the engine business for many years and also specialise in Rover engines. They aren't 'el cheapo' but they guarantee their work.
As for a TD5 engine, brilliant engine and I can't fault it but I believe it wasn't sold in the US and is banned in many states. If you went down the TD5 route you'll need matching engine, turbo, ECU and gearbox and maybe check the diff ratios for compatibility. Just a few other things, you'll need a total TD5 exhaust system and maybe a TD5 engine wiring loom.
As for a TD5 engine, brilliant engine and I can't fault it but I believe it wasn't sold in the US and is banned in many states. If you went down the TD5 route you'll need matching engine, turbo, ECU and gearbox and maybe check the diff ratios for compatibility. Just a few other things, you'll need a total TD5 exhaust system and maybe a TD5 engine wiring loom.
It's a rough time for an engine swap, shortage of respectable rv8 builders and no install network for the trailhead LS solution makes it a tough deal if you need an engine NOW.
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Rock Crawling
Joined: Nov 2014
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From: Eugene, OR
We have until June to get this taken care. Would be nice to have it a lot sooner to fix any potential issues should there be any.
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Rock Crawling
Joined: Nov 2014
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From: Eugene, OR
Looks like we'll be ordering an engine from Turner. I've been talking with them for the last couple days, and have fill in the blanks for me. Essentially we'll be getting a long block from them with a few more parts as add-ons.
Baja
Joined: Aug 2013
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From: Near Bordeaux, France
Good one, I'm sure Richard and his guys will look after you well.
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Rock Crawling
Joined: Nov 2014
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From: Eugene, OR
I'm looking forward to it. I should be placing my order this week for a long block, and I'm going to order some other items while I'm at it.
Three Wheeling
Joined: Mar 2012
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From: Santa Clarita Ca
Good for you. I got a Cannibal V* motor (about to do a write up review) long story short, leaking oil in two spots ans Steve Johnson will not return a phone call....ALL UNDER WARRANTY...
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Rock Crawling
Joined: Nov 2014
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From: Eugene, OR
I'm very sorry to hear that. Hearing things like this is what made us uneasy. My wife made the executive decision to cancel, and seek other options.
Last edited by Mstudt; Feb 21, 2017 at 11:53 AM.
The motor is much livelier than my old stock engine.
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Rock Crawling
Joined: Nov 2014
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From: Eugene, OR
I was a little hesitant about sending funds to them since you can only do a wire transfer. Was a bit difficult to send that kind of money oversea's, but I'm sure it'll be worth it.