numbersix Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 Hi, I have now finished the bodywork on my 400 replica, and want to start on the engine replacement. I do have a Calibra Turbo that I wanted to transplant, however I’m now thinking of the 30/24v Carlton. Could anybody tell me what I will need to get for the Carlton transplant? I have a donor car lined up. Thanks for any help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mantadoc Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 The 3.0 doesn't have as adverse an effect on handling as people would make you think with properly sorted suspension. Not really the best country road car though. Avoid any setup that involves moving / dropping the ARB. If moving the rad crossmember put a replacement in FIRST without it you can grab the chassis rails and move them in your hand. Power to weight ratio with a 16V will be better especially if tuned. Handling and centre of gravity will be better. 3.0 does make an excellent cruiser with long legs though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonnysideways Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 The 3.0 can munch clutches when driven with too much vigor Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTEPETE Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 I would stick to the Calibra Turbo engine ( personally I would go for a low mileage late model Zafira/Astra engine) it's easily tuned and you will get more bhp and torque than the old 24v and its less weight and easier fit....have a look for the 400ps Calibra turbo'd manta on you tube....however about a 3.2 Omega V6???? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonnysideways Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 ask the doc to sell you his 2.4 Lump thats gathering dust in one of his part stores. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mantadoc Posted February 3, 2009 Share Posted February 3, 2009 (edited) Deleted Edited October 2, 2017 by mantadoc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonnysideways Posted February 6, 2009 Share Posted February 6, 2009 I bet its got mice in the bores. Its prob only a 1.9 now lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mantadoc Posted February 6, 2009 Share Posted February 6, 2009 (edited) Deleted Edited October 2, 2017 by mantadoc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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