My engine A3 1.8 (non-turbo) has died. Timing belt went and has wrecked it. Have pumped a lot of money into this little motor - it is almost a full S3 replica at this stage.
My question is how difficult would it be to replace engine with a 1.8T? Ideally thinking of trying to find a cheap 1.8T donor car and transplanting engine, ecu etc. Is this do-able or is this madness?
I realise it would be much simpler to just get an S3 but the car has sentimental value and has been a bit of a project that I'm determined, within reason, to complete.
What sort of things should I consider and what sort of costs (excluding parts) am I looking at? Any help, tips and advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks guys.
My question is how difficult would it be to replace engine with a 1.8T? Ideally thinking of trying to find a cheap 1.8T donor car and transplanting engine, ecu etc. Is this do-able or is this madness?
I realise it would be much simpler to just get an S3 but the car has sentimental value and has been a bit of a project that I'm determined, within reason, to complete.
What sort of things should I consider and what sort of costs (excluding parts) am I looking at? Any help, tips and advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks guys.
