3800 Supercharged V6 in a Catera

[PEETYZ]

wow man you got it all figured out what do you estimate the total cost of project to be? motor, tranny, wiring ,etc?

[sccatera97]

I figure no more that $1500 - $1750 to do the complete the swap. I still have to get the mass air flow sensor. The Holden version uses a seperate throttlebody and MAF sensor. I also need to get a transmission from a Camaro / Firebird for the trans upgrade.

[PEETYZ]

I see well please keep track of everything as i may be interested in the swap and i know a fabrication guy so if you tell us exactly what is needed when your done you can be the pioneer of the 300 hp catera project =)

[sccatera97]

OK, I have been trying to keep up with the make and model of all parts I have been using. I have been trying to make this as painless as possible so other may follow if they so chose.

[Boris]

Originally Posted by sccatera97

I purchased another Catera that has rear body damage over the weekend so I could use it for parts

What are your plans for the motor mounts and the tranny mount out of that car ?
If they are decent and you don't need them I would gladly buy them.

[sccatera97]

As soon as I get the motor and trans out, I will see what kind of shape their in and let you know.

[Boris]

That would be great, thank you.

How are you getting the parts from Aussie ?
Through ebay or do you have a hook up ?

[sccatera97]

I been getting the parts on eBay. The only problem is some people won't ship outside of Australia. If you choose to buy something, have it shipped Sea mail, it take about 8 weeks but it is much more reasonable to ship. One cool thing I found is if you use a HSV spec prom (Holden Special Vehicles) it will raise the standard hp from 240 to 255 before any other mods. 300 hp is becoming a reality.

[Boris]

If you ever have trouble getting stuff shipped from Aussie I can give you a local address.
Have a bunch of family over there.

[sccatera97]

That would be great. I may have to take you up on that!