I have to tell you, I would not worry about putting a V8 in my chassis, which is the original frame and floor and tunnel and firewall, all very radically stiffened by rollcage galore rising up out of my unpatented Speedway Rocker Panels. Many people think the reason for this is merely because the B-GT isn't as popular, but there is more of a reason.Uh-oh. Time for a quick lesson about one of my personal favorite sports cars, the MGB GT. Using aluminum heads and light weight components, i would bet you could get the weight of the small block close enough to the 1.9 that the GT would not know the difference No disrespect to the GT purist...the GT is a neat little car just the way it was built, but if a fella wants to modify it...why not. So if you can help please post thanks. I'm in Arizona and want to introduce Air conditioning and a new engine. Any recommendations on the 2.0 through 2.7 up to 3.0? Never saw one "pop out a windshield'. Probably cost less in the long run and save a alot of time hacking the engine bay. The Opel ones just cant take the power.Arguing online is the same as racing in the Special Olympics; The body weighs about 200-300 lbs more than the stock I-4 body, and that doesn't include the suspension upgrades to handle the extra engine weight. Come join the discussion about restorations, engine swaps, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, maintenance, and more! I had converted one with an Iron Duke engine years ago so this one will definetely be a project.
Oh i do realize how much work would be involved...and can understand the hell that Ron went through stuffing the V6 in his GT, and that a subframe and roll bar set-up would really enhance the install, but ruined handling and popped out windshields...i'm not buying in to. Well i did some more researching and found there are many more things that would need to be done. I am currently starting on my project to put a Chevy small block 350 in my 69 Opel gt and was looking for some tips on how to get it ready like beefing up the suspension and or anything else. V8 Rover Conversion in Opel GT Thanks guys for the info. horsepower on a REAL no B.S. Never saw one "pop out a windshield'. You are comparing apples to oranges, most MGB V-8 conversions are done on the convertibles and not the MGB GT because the convertible has a beefed up unibody that allows the car to supports itself and also enough to handle the additional hp and torque that the V-8 puts out (within reason.) I just have always liked that motor. This 1970 Opel GT is owned by Brandon Sutton and was filmed at 2016 Goodguys Nashville Nationals competing in the autocross course. Plus like he said, suspension and drivetrain have to be modified or built to be able to handle it too. I've heard the oil pan and pickup tube are the hardest parts, but short of that I have no idea what is involved in actually making the swap...I recently picked up a complete powertrain from a 300ZX for cheap, and after doing some quick measurements it should fit, but I was wondering if any of y'all have done/heard of a swap like this? I am currently starting on my project to put a Chevy small block 350 in my 69 Opel gt and was looking for some tips on how to get it ready like beefing up the suspension and or anything else. Hello all, As long as horsepower and torque are kept reasonable. rear wheel dyno takes some work- beyond stock.You are comparing apples to oranges, most MGB V-8 conversions are done on the convertibles and not the MGB GT because the convertible has a beefed up unibody that allows the car to supports itself and also enough to handle the additional hp and torque that the V-8 puts out (within reason.) After being a member for almost a year and a half, albeit with only 11 posts, I suspect that you should know to search first, then add to an existing thread, BEFORE you start a new thread, ESPECIALLY in the WRONG Forum (this was in the GT Forum, which is reserved for non-technical topics relating ONLY to the GT, so I moved it to the Engine Swap Forum). NINE 5 speeds - (6 sold - THREE FOR SALE) $3000 Personally, I still like the Rover/Oldsmobubble V8. Course this is getting into a rather spendy little wet dream here, but I didn't see this thread start with the usual "how much is" baloney.
Sad to say but true. You'll need to tube the chassis, upgrade the brakes so you can actually stop the beast, and also a whole new rear end is a must. Many people think the reason for this is merely because the B-GT isn't as popular, but there is more of a reason. As near as my research shows it was last inspected and on the road in Rochester in 1993.
But i was wondering if there was anyway to make the frame stronger without replacing it with a tubed frame? We got some recent inventory : I've had two of them. One was in my S10 for a while, but then that idea got changed to 412 cubic inches... lots more fun to drive!I agree to agree....many successful unibody Chevy Vega, Monza, and Ford Pinto V8 conversions. I have a 71 Gt 1900 with a Getrag 5 speed thats been sitting covered for 14 years. Also it makes for a much more interesting car, the original tiny opel engine putting out your power goal, or a big v-8.....big deal.Who wants a 200 HP V8?....Buick/Rover 215 V8's are so popular with MGB owners that it makes this engine hard to get. It sports a built 215 Buick all aluminum V8 with T5 transmission, narrowed rear, and enough meat on the back tires to let you know it means business.
The video says the car runs a 6.0 L LSx V8 which means it’s probably running a LS2 or iron-block LQ4/LQ9. Arguing online is the same as racing in the Special Olympics;Yes, I would say as well if you have a 200hp goal I would just build a hot opel engine. We call it the Katrina Beast.