2.0L to VR6

[Valver.]

To be completely honest, 16vs are crap in anything but Mk1s and light Mk2s. I think you really need a VR6 or something turbo in a Mk3, but that's just my 2c. Much the same as the Ibiza 16v - not enough torque to lug it around.

I would save up some money and be patient for a nice, manual VR6 to pop up if it was me

[GoLfMan]

Yes, thats the future plan as well, its in the pipe line. Only problem is Im 18 years old and have been caught with the P plate non turbo restrictions. I think I'll just concerntrate on upgrading my current engine and get it ready for a turbo when Im off my P's. I've been looking at 16v conversion kits but they are in the uk so I'm not sure if I would have much trouble getting it here or not. Any other suggestions? or should I start a different thread in a different part of the forum, I'm kinda new to all this stuff. Thanks for your advice so far guys, when I first bought my car I was worried that I wouldnt be able to find many people who were interested in VW's and would have trouble finding help but you guys have shown me there are others like me out there

golf3 on this forum did a 2L 16v conversion on his 8v mk3 he has a wealth of realistic knowledge of what it takes to complete a conversion...
goes pretty good and ohh that scream!

[gldgti]

golf loon on here may be able to aid you in getting hold of stuff from the UK.

[WABIT]

golf3 on this forum did a 2L 16v conversion on his 8v mk3 he has a wealth of realistic knowledge of what it takes to complete a conversion...
goes pretty good and ohh that scream!

MMMMMMMMMMmmmmmmmmm yes............. that scream *drools*

wabit

[GermanwithaVdub]

sounds like your serious about it. i'm going along the same path as you (and have the same annoying p plate restrictions) except im going to put a vr6 into an mk2. much lighter which means much faster. you can basically directly swap all the parts.

[Spyda]

Cant he just do a half cut like the japs do?

8v turbo is about 250hp yeah?

[Whist]

Somehow I think I might have a bit of trouble finiding a half cut VR6 unless someone knows something I dont. I think I might just improve the current motor and other stuff, maybe drop one in at a later stage. Im looking at upgrading the brakes first as they are somewhat... weak, I was thinking of putting on VR6 or GTI hubs and brakes.

[peedman]

You wont find a half cut for a vr6, i assume that most people either source an engine + gearbox locally or buy an insurance wreck.

[Whist]

Yeah, that what i thought, Ill just keep my eyes open on ebay and in wreakers and see what comes up, Ill be looking around for hubs and brakes anyway so you never know, I might even just end up sticking to the 2L, like some of you guys said, why build a car you can buy.

[wayz]

Hey there dude, if you want more go (I would love a VR6 just for the zorst note!!!) then strap on a turbo and go from there. It will leave you with a better handling car coz of the lower weight of the 2L over the VR6 and with more power as well as good fuel economy. Just my 5 cents worth. Good luck with whatever you do though.
Tim

Is there a bolt on turbo kit for the MK3 golf?