Outer Limits 4x4 Board

Im selling my range rover but if it doesnt sell im gonna put a new motor in it... which do you guys think is better and for what reason? a 3.5 or 3.9? at the moment mine is a 85 3.5 twin carby and i hate it cause i can never getting going alright so i think fuel injection is the go...

secondly... has anyone got a 3.5 or 3.9 they wanna get rid of??

I can get a 3.5 with loom and all the bits for $1500 or a 3.9 with all the bits for $2200...

Most likely the 3.5 cam and/or timing chain is worn out. A properly running 3.5l should have lots of power. A friend has a carb 3.5 that puts out around 200 hp. He can spin all four wheels on the bitumen without problem. Of course you can get more with a 3.9l The plus to injection is more reliable operation in off camber situations. Properly tuned, power should not be any different. The down side is more bits to go wrong.

Your cheapest route would be to get the 3.5 rebuilt and put in a proper cam and timing chain with a few other mods. Then cet the carb adjusted properly. Next in the money cost would be the 3.9l built properly. Your best bet is to get a knowledgable local engine builder that know Rover V8s.

I'll just add, don't just buy a used 3.5 or 3.9 and throw it in. They all have worn out valve gear.... It is why most people think Rover V8s are dogs, they have never driven a properly running unit. Best to get a rebuild that incorporates some select properly designed aftermarket parts.

Get a 4ltr short and use the rest of your engine, 4ltr's are about $1700 for a new short, fit your 3.5 heads and away you go.

Who sells new 4 litre bottom ends for $1700.00. Saw some the other day at a well known Rover parts dealer in Melbourne for $2700.00. If I can get one for $1700 then I will buy one. Thanks in advance.

Ian