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Hilux V8 Conversion

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Hilux V8 Conversion

Post by mallen101 »

Hello All,

I have a RN46 83 Hilux. It currently has a 18r engine. I use it for work and have noticed that the 18r is a little underpowered for full loads, towing etc.

Anywho I'm thinking of a V8 conversion and after a little advice. Basically I'm looking at whatever is the best all round. Price, ease and compatibility and what is the best engine to put in it.

I assume there's a few people here that have done this so I'd be heaps appreciative of your advice.
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Post by Struth »

Carburetted 308 for ease and cheap as well as extra grunt.

Cheers
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Post by mental1 »

x2
IF IN DOUBT GO FLAT OUT
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Post by johnsy86 »

Struth wrote:Carburetted 308 for ease and cheap as well as extra grunt.

Cheers
aslong as u put it on gas, stuff carbys on steep climbs!
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Post by mental1 »

yeah well thats true
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Post by redv8lux »

I'll sell you one already converted an engineered for $2500,rego till sept ,but no rwc 308 black block with early red heads ,
Motor is pretty tired though.
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Post by 51AKA »

sux we are in queensland as now it is illegal i believe but correct me if i am wrong
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Post by SIMMO84 »

Nope not illegal, spoke to an engineer on monday about a 5.0 in an 86 lux. The engine was the least of his worries :twisted: :twisted:
Wtb, 105 series rear tyre carrier, alloys and tyres.
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