They both have the same basis in the old O series engine, so I just wondered if anyone had actually seen it done either an engine swap or conversion or knows a sound reason why not.
I fancy a fast MG ZR but not the K series engine.
2006-10-12 12:05:10 · 7 answers · asked by "Call me Dave" 5 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
I can't see any reason why the T-series 2.0-litre engine wouldn't fit in a ZR. You'd have to get the fuel tank and sender from a petrol ZR, and the exhaust system might be tricky.
The front-end structure of the ZR is essentially the same as the second-generation R8 (1989-1995) Rover 200 series. So in theory the engine and transmission from any of those should fit - including the 2.0-litre turbo from the early 90's 220 coupé.
2006-10-12 12:53:59 · answer #1 · answered by Neil 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi Dave
I'm not up on modern engines, but when I was taught mechanics I learnt that petrol and diesel combust in different ways because they have different flashpoints. A diesel is a "compression ignition" engine. This means that the fuel is injected under pressure,in a fine spray into the cylinders and when the piston rises and compresses the fuel, it then reaches that flashpoint and ignites.
The petrol engine is an internal combustion engine, so when the petrol/air mix is compressed by the piston it needs a spark to ignite the fuel, so strange as it may seem; When diesel is atomised it actually has a lower flashpoint than petrol.
If you were to attempt a conversion you would have to replace the head and probably the pistons, the fuel lines and fuel delivery systems. It would be easier to put a new petrol engine in the car.
I havent worked as a mechanic for over 25 years and a lot has changed in that time, but i'm sure that the basic way that diesel and petrol engines work has not.
2006-10-12 19:45:55 · answer #2 · answered by wizard prang 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can, but you will need the following parts=
Complete engine and box
Driveshafts
Full exhaust
Front half wiring loom
Instrument cluster
Front road springs
Ecu
Fuel tank and pump
Or, you could sell it and buy a petrol!
The K series engine isn't half as bad as the know it alls make out, is quite quick (105BHP in 1.4 multipoint version), still returns 40mpg and those that did have head gasket failure have had the modified gasket fitted by now.
Don't knock them till you've tried them.
2006-10-12 20:54:06 · answer #3 · answered by Kyle 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why would you want to? The diesel will out live you and give good service and mileage. Consider that complete car is setup for that engine. Changing engine may require changing transmission, springs, fuel tank, fuel pump, exhaust system and who knows what else. If you want gas car sell diesel, buy petrol car. If you where in US I would buy your diesel car....
2006-10-12 19:09:34 · answer #4 · answered by tonytt 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well you cant use normal fuel in a a diesel but you can use "bio-diesel" which is just filtered fry grease. and it has a really cool effect of making your exhaust smell like fried chicken and french frys
2006-10-12 19:37:51 · answer #5 · answered by let it be 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it would cost you a fortune also the wiring loom would need changing and diesals best if you sell the car
2006-10-16 18:19:08 · answer #6 · answered by tonyinspain 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not economically viable.K series often slated by people that know little about them.
2006-10-13 09:29:20 · answer #7 · answered by mick 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋