So i have a HQ wagon
Its currently running a 173 with 3 on the tree
I got a donor car with a 308 and trimatic that i was going to throw in it
I have now decided to only change the motor and keep the manual trans as i have been told its not a problem to do
As far as i can gather all i need is a longer input shaft, V8 Bell housing and V8 clutch/pressure plate is this correct?
Also do i need to change the wiring loom or is it the same?
Is there a difference between a V8 3 speed box and a 6cyl other than the input shaft?
Will a M21 imput shaft fit in my 3 speed box?
I have managed to get my hands on 2 bell housings for the 308 one is standard length of 190mm which needs the longer input shaft, The othe has been shortened to 160mm so that the imput shaft doesnt need to be replaced (apparently) This would mean that i would only need to lengthen the driveshaft but it would also mean thet the gearbox would move 30mm closer to the front of the car
Would the linkages for changing gears still work?
Thanks