Mk3 R32 info, and references

[Mikester]

Im after info and references for putting a r32 into a mk3. I already am collecting the parts. I plan to use the R32 on the VR6 gearbox with an uprated clutch to keep it easy with the fitting, and the vr6 pedal box.

The things i dont know anything about are changes to the mounts, as i have heard it needs to be put in lower than a vr6. And also the wiring, as im thinking about doing a mk4 dash into the car at the same time, to run the mk4 clocks. Although i have heard also you could use a mk3 vr6 ecu and loom?

Just after info, and links or anything really to this build, as i know it has been done a fair few times. But atm its looking like after ed38 this year, the engine will be out, r32 will be bolted in, and i will be totally clueless on getting it running. lol.

Cheers

Mike

[Paul86S2]

Mike

Some info here

http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=3232416

Doesn't give much specific info.

From stuff I've read you will need to change the gearbox to something like the vr6 box, or you can get an adaptor to adapt the R32 box to 2wd. If you go with the vr6 box I would think you will need an lsd fitted to get the power down. Gearbox mount looks like it will need to be a special. Storm do a conversion exhaust manifold to fit an R32 into a MK3.

If you are changing in the R32 dash then you might as well change the whole wiring loom to the R32 one, that will be a daunting task.

Paul

[Mikester]

Cheers. I have seen the storm ehaust part. Changing the whole cars loom sounds a bit intense but I would like a mk4 dash. Will read that link now. Cheers

[Wayne]

I believe you can splice the mk4 loom into a mk3, I am sure someone on ed38 did it that way.

[christomk3gti]

how much are R32 engines roughly?

And will you be doing the conversion yourself mikester?

if not, how much will it be costing?

I wouldnt mind having a swift r32 in mine. but mine is a gti 8v. Will this be more of an awkward job, Or do you need a 16v setup or Vr6.
meaning, brakes, clutch, gearbox etc.

something very interested in. 

[Mikester]

I'm hoping to get an engine for about 1100. Possibly with loom etc. Then need vr6 gearbox ontop. Going to fit it myself with friends. Then enlist help for wiring. All about who you know. Going to do the whole conversion over winter on the road for spring feat strip action. And under 3k

[christomk3gti]

Sounds good, good luck, when you've done it, i'll have it off ya, save me doing the fantastic task 

[Mikester]

Haha. No chance mate.

It wont be that bad to do to be honest, once september is over, i will just take it off the road, and have the engine already there.

I just need to find more info on exactly what is required to do the conversion in the wiring area.

[Mikester]

Would it be worth contacting storm to provide the engine mounts? As they have done this conversion before. Sure they would be up for it, if i used them for the conversion manifold also.

[Shady Pioneer]

Will really be looking forward to seeing this when it's done Mikester