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HI all i have 3dr 1.0 corsa b gls ive got it looking smart alloys coilovers etc . but i just want more power but not to much was wondering if the 1.4 corsa b engines can be swapped over to and fit right into the block without having to have a new gearbox etc im not exactly the best when it comes to mechanics so dont give me to complicated replys plz cheers

If your not to good at mechanics an engine conversion is not for you

You'd need a full New loom New engine mounts New driveshafts your old gearbox will bolt on but I'd recommend gettin a box from a sport, need a new exhaust New clocks

I wouldn't recommend a noob doing a straightforward swap as in 1.0 for a new 1.0, it's basically bolt off bolt in but if you don't know what your doing you can hook stuff up wrong and fry sensors or fry your ecu, start an electrical fire while doing 60-70mph

If you have a mechanic friend you would help I'd say go for it but it's still maybe a month or longer project depending on your funds

Or do a turbo project, costs about the same

yeah i was not going to fit it myself haha was going to get some just wondering what would need to be done and the costs cheers for the advice mate and you can put a turbo on the 1.4 ? that would be awesome . ive got plenty of cash so that aint a problem but how much do you reckon this all gunna cost in total ?

Cost depends on alot of variables like where you get the engine, who does it, cost of Labour,

Engine prices vary from couple hundred to over a grand

Your going to have alot of hours in labour in it(5-14 days, can be done quicker but depends on who does it) so at a good garage it's going to be 35-45 per hour but different areas different prices

I'd budget 2k and that includes a full doner car(2-600)