Re: [DML] new V6

[Martin Gutkowski <webmaster@xxxx>]

Sorry for the delay: Just got this back from my engine guy:-

> That mail about the PSA engine is incorrect. The PSA engine
> came out in about '97 and was fitted to Renault Laguna's, Peugeot 406's and some
> Citroens. It produced 194 bhp out of the box. The new V6 is a different kettle
> of fish. It is a collaboration between Renault and Nissan (Ren have the
> controlling share of nissan) and is 3.5 litre, it is fitted in the Renault
> Vel Satis and the Nissan 350Z. The bellhousing bolt spacing is completely different on
both
> these units to the PRV family of V6's.

Well, there you go....

Martin

"ferdaniraphael " wrote:

> You can see in the files section a pic of the new PSA V6.You can t
> call it a PRV since it's actually designed by Renault and
> Nissan...and I'm not sure the bell housing pattern is the same as
> the "old" PRV. But if you're looking for a performance swap while
> keeping your car "original",powerful PRVs equipped French cars like
> the Renault Alpine ( turbo )or the Venturi ( single or twin turbo ).
> Latest versions of this engines were 4cams 24valves, 300hp.If you
> can read French, you can find such engines for sale in the ad
> section of an Alpine related
> site :http://alpinerenault.free.fr/annonces/frannalpinepiecevente.php
> In response to John,The PRV equipped the Peugeot 604.I was told this
> car was sold on the US market in late 70s/early80s..... Did anyone
> ever saw one ????
> Raphael