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Old Jul 4, 2011 | 08:30 PM
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Hi everyone,
I own 2.8L quattro, the engine on it is beggining to go. I was considering an engine swap because 2.8L I think is lacking performance compared to other engines (like 2.7T) I have seen A4 with a 4.2L V8 swap, was wondering if there is a lot of fabrication needed to be done for that engine to fit? Alternatively what other engine can I get? (will newer platform engine fit?) please give your advise
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Old Jul 5, 2011 | 02:55 AM
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Originally Posted by bishop420420
I own 2.8L quattro, the engine on it is beggining to go.
What does this mean?

Engine swaps are a huge undertaking. Unless you are very familiar with wiring, fabrication and the emissions laws, stay with the configuration you have.

What does your engine need?
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