How hard or easy would this be??
08-29-2007, 07:45 AM
#1
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How hard or easy would this be?? http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/04-05...spagenameZWDVW
and insert this into my car to make a cts-v clone????
also what would it cost to pay someone for this job if i couldnt figure it out
please some guidence would be great
and insert this into my car to make a cts-v clone????
also what would it cost to pay someone for this job if i couldnt figure it out
please some guidence would be great
08-29-2007, 09:43 AM
#2
Just using the engine would not make it a CTS-V clone, there is more to the CTS-V, suspension, Brakes, etc.. This would be like taking a 4th Gen F-Body with a V6 and dropping in a Gen III/IV engine. You would most likely need most of the mounting parts, maybe the k-member, cooling system, fuel system updates, etc... it would be better to get the whole car as a donner if you really want to make a clone.. but just having the engine/trans would be a great upgrade.
I see that it has a reserved price.. which Includes engine, trans and accessories.. If this setup doesn't reach $6 or $7k, I would be supprised.
I see that it has a reserved price.. which Includes engine, trans and accessories.. If this setup doesn't reach $6 or $7k, I would be supprised.
08-29-2007, 10:34 AM
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cool yeah I understand....I already have the v-suspension and i dont care about the brakes......but yeah thanks for the info 
It was just somthing i was dreaming since the chassis are the same.....really just the drivetrain and brakes are the only difference for me now
It was just somthing i was dreaming since the chassis are the same.....really just the drivetrain and brakes are the only difference for me now
08-29-2007, 11:43 AM
#4
Keep us posted on your effort to do this, I know it has been posted before on doing this, but have not seen anyone really start it.
Oh, and swap part are at your local GM deal.. so no use asking for them, you should be able to get all of the part # from them too.
Oh, and swap part are at your local GM deal.. so no use asking for them, you should be able to get all of the part # from them too.
Last edited by bczee; 08-29-2007 at 11:52 AM.
08-29-2007, 12:15 PM
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Originally Posted by bczee
Keep us posted on your effort to do this, I know it has been posted before on doing this, but have not seen anyone really start it.
Oh, and swap part are at your local GM deal.. so no use asking for them, you should be able to get all of the part # from them too.
Oh, and swap part are at your local GM deal.. so no use asking for them, you should be able to get all of the part # from them too.
and yeah i have a good relationship with my dealer so i can get them for sure
08-29-2007, 04:53 PM
#7
SOunds like fun project but I would expect it would ruin the re-sale value of the car..
Probably much better off selling your car and buying a real CTS-V and have a warranty..
Probably much better off selling your car and buying a real CTS-V and have a warranty..