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vg 3.8ltr to v8 conversion

beauzagar

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Hi I have a vg Ute 3.8 ltr. And am looking to convert it to a v8 I already have a engine and gearbox with wiring and computers out of a vs stato. I was just wondering what else will I need to do the conversion
 

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V8 K-frame.
 

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whats the difference between the v8 and v6 kframe ,an i able to just swap the engine mounts
 

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No, the whole K frame need replacing. Its about 6 bolts and takes under 20 mins to change one out.
 

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Judging by post #4, Clues - lots of clues. That's what you need. It would appear you don't have any :thumbsup:
 

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Judging by post #4, Clues - lots of clues. That's what you need. It would appear you don't have any :thumbsup:


My thoughts exactly.. Props to him for looking at giving it a go though ;)

We all gotta learn somehow, mine was always the expensive way though :(
 
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