Engine swap question.

[Predictable Bob]

I've no idea if it's possible to do what you want easily but I suspect that if you do drop engine size you're going to end up with a vehicle that's ptetty much gutless or an engine that's being pushed to its limits. If you actually need the Surf probably be cheaper to forget the engine swap, get rid of the 3.0, get a 2.4 and purchase a sign that says "Slow Vehicle - Please Pass"

Realistically I'd suggest that you go back to basics so that people have an idea of your requirements ...


1. What do you need a vehicle for

2. What is your budget for a. purchase b. running costs


IF you actually need the power/functionality of the Surf then I'd suggest that you take the hit on the road tax and try to save some dosh elsewhere by running veg or going bio

[davidy2980]

fill the back up with batteries and fit an electric motor then it will be a hybrid and i am sure the tax is cheaper or take out the engine and fit more batteries and the tax will be free

[BUSHWHACKER]

[Bald Eagle]

Hi Guys, I drive a 3.0ltr 3rd gen and got a reminder for my road tax today (€1293) for the year. I can only think of one way to get around this and it's to swap in a smaller engine and either have an engineers report confirming the swap or bring it in for inspection. I'd like it to be as small as possible (1.6-1.8ltr) which would reduce the road tax considerably. The 3.0ltr could be chucked back in when finished. Anyone got any suggestions for a particular engine to use or indeed any other ideas ?