Originally posted by PA 3L SVT:

Oh, and nothing disallows a motor other than OEM, as long as all of the original emissions devices are present, such as cats, all O2 sensors, EGR, blah blah. Which I happen to have (98 2.5 and 01 3.0 with all the original emission control devices present). On top of the fact that I pass the sniffer with flying colors anyway.



I don't think that's 100% true from what I've heard (being in the industry) . If it's not the correct engine ... NFG . The only reason I even paid attention was the fact that I may (someday) do a motor swap in one of my Jettas . I wasn't happy . If they've already changed it , good , but from what I heard no-swappie . If you glance through the Auto-Locator (which I do weekly) , there all of a sudden a bunch of motor-swapped Hondas (& other stuff) for sale .

Originally posted by PA 3L SVT:
FWIW, by the VIN the 2.5L HO engine comes up by default anyway.



So true , but you don't want to divulge any more info than needed (was my point) .

Originally posted by chknhwk:
Unless you're related to the head mechanic.



I could say something silly ...


I will read more into the engine swap situation to say 100% , as soon as I get more time .

~~~~~~~ Phil Black & Tan 2000 SVT Contour #2137 of 2150 35,000 miles & counting !