Hi,
as in the subject - I am considering swapping into my 2003 Niva a MB drive-train - engine and gearbox.
The goals/must have are:
-Reliability
-Small dimensions and weight - the Niva has very short bay and gearbox tunnel and is a light car
-At least 110bhp
-Smoothness (balance shafts desired)
-Simplicity (I don't expect a bolt-in, but I don't want to cut my Niva's body)
I'd be very grateful for any idea or suggestion.
I am considering other brands as donors, e.g. Mitsubishis and the likes. But in Spain (where the swap will be done) we have lots of really cheap w123, w124 and w201 floating around in still good condition and such cars have always had a reputation of being bullet-proof if it's about reliability.
Cheers!
David
as in the subject - I am considering swapping into my 2003 Niva a MB drive-train - engine and gearbox.
The goals/must have are:
-Reliability
-Small dimensions and weight - the Niva has very short bay and gearbox tunnel and is a light car
-At least 110bhp
-Smoothness (balance shafts desired)
-Simplicity (I don't expect a bolt-in, but I don't want to cut my Niva's body)
I'd be very grateful for any idea or suggestion.
I am considering other brands as donors, e.g. Mitsubishis and the likes. But in Spain (where the swap will be done) we have lots of really cheap w123, w124 and w201 floating around in still good condition and such cars have always had a reputation of being bullet-proof if it's about reliability.
Cheers!
David