Steve Q

Just an update on my research, coming back to the 2ar-fxe Toyota 2.5 na from the rav4. Spoke to a guru about these engines and he said not to worry about the auxiliaries as I can just fit a alternator and water pump from a normal 2ar-fe engine. So that's still an option. The guru said I'd have to mount my current A6 gearbox to it as the Toyota gearbox is transverse. Not ruling out a V8 either, as I've found a narrow body A6 like mine fitted with the 4.2 Audi V8. I'd be looking at the rover V8 3.5 or a lexus v8. I've ruled out the Toyota Hilux diesel (2LT) as they're not as reliable as I thought.

No probs

You might need specific car fabric cleaner. It's quite potant stuff adblue.

You'll be looking to spend a lot but I'd recommend you speak to autologics or Audi retrofits

Hope you got it out before it has a chance to stain.

It could be an engine mount, gearbox mount, driveshaft or durl mass flywheel.

Could it be a maf sensor?

What's it doing? Or dare I not ask! I'd recommend a diagnostic check to see what fault codes flag up 🙂

Nine one! It's good when you bag a bargain

I believe demon tweeks sell them 🙂 https://www.demon-tweeks.com/uk/performance/exhausts/catalysts-manifolds-downpipes/sports-catalysts/

Has the engine been coded to the ECU etc as I'm wondering if it could be an imobiliser issue?

Have you had a diagnostic check to see if any fault codes flag up? Could it be the turbo? If you're loosing coolant then it's got to be going somewhere. Could be a failing expansion tank cap.

It's not easy to source parts I find. Especially with the increase amount of scammers.

I'd say it could be an oil pressure switch. I'd also recommend getting an oil flush too.

Welcome to the forum you'll find the members on here are a friendly and helpful bunch 🙂

Speak to autologics or Audi retrofits as members have used them and been happy with the results

I'd recommend a diagnostic check to see if any fault codes flag up. Could be a motor the climate control module.

I believe the two common issues are with the timing chain and injectors/injection module etc. As with any Audi engine service history is key.

Sorry, it looked like a 12v socket for a cig lighter. But my eyes aren't great. Yep it could be a clip or could be the latch for that compartment door.

I'd also consider the mercedes om617a turbo diesel engine as fitted in the w123 or w124 as it's a hardy engine. But I'd want one that's new, which will be more expensive and harder to source bits for than the river V8.

Exactly, I could run it on carbs if I wish. Plus no turbo or egr to worry about. Glad it'll fit. Would my 6 speed manual gearbox work or would I need to fit a T5 gearbox?

I'm wondering this: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/195697202625?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=JbL9iQ_JQSW&sssrc=2349624&ssuid=IE07kO4STZy&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY A rover v8 was a suggestion from a colleague ex mechanic. Wondering whether simplicity is the way forward? The question is, would it fit? And would it mate to the current gearbox? 🤔

Thanks Kev, Think I'm aiming for a new engine, what ever engine that might be lol.

Glad you got sorted 🙂

No probs at all 🙂 please keep us posted on how you get on 🙂