3B conversion question?

[Chongo]

I have been planning on starting a "project" car for the last few months. Winter time is coming soon, and I was SET on buying a 90q20v. Unfortunately, they're hard to come by in my area, and, fueled by resources such as the Ersatz S2 conversion and my friend's fathers mechanical abilities and expertise, I decided I would purchase a 90Q and swap out the tired, slow engine for a 200 20vT. Unfortunately, I am no expert on the subject, but just the other day I test drove an '89 90Q. It was pretty solid all around except for its lack of power and a pretty paint job or wheels. The price is right, and should leave me enough cash to cover the conversion plus whatever else I see fit (*bling*). But back to the point... In Brandon Hull's how-to it states that his project was related to the 1990-91 90Q, and my main question was.... Is the '89 much different, in the terms of engine swap difficulty or compatibility? Sorry for rambling, but I thought I may benefit from the amount of Audi knowledge on the forum and possibly influence my purchase decision on the car Any input would be appreciated! Thanks people

PS- Is a 1991 200 20v the only year that is compatible with the 90q? That was also mentioned on his site but wanted it cleared up.

[audiman]

Im not too sure on the 90q as I have never really looked into it as I just went out and bought an S2

But yes, any 200 with a 3B engine will fit. They didnt use the 3B in the 200 for many years hence possibly why it says about using a 1991 model car.

HTH, its a bit of a crap reply but it may be useful

[porkkis]

In europe the 20V was sold 89-91. Dunno about the states. I presume that Chongo is in the states.

[layuca]

S2s were not sold in the United States, which is why some of us had no choice but make our own. Also, the 200Q was sold in the US with the 20vt motor only in 1991.

Chongo, as you will be required to use the 20vt ECU to go along with your engine, the level of difficulty should be similar as that described in Mr. Hull's website. Please note that Mr. Hull uses mainly stock parts. This means that, if you chose this route, you will need to source several parts that are generally not available in the US, unless you go through 2Bennett, or perhaps, Blaufergnugen.

After having done a 20vt CQ swap, if I had to do one again, I would consider an intercooler to fit the stock US front bumper system. You could easily spend $3k in the stock intercooler/bumper system.

Good luck!

[audiman]

I wouldnt fit a stock IC if you want big power. Get a custom made up. Loads better.

Try VAGparts.com , they will ship out the america.