Thinking of buying a RX8 with a blown engine, think i would be looking at fitting a normal engine in it rather than a rotary. What would be the easiest engine to use, don't mind changing the gearbox as well if i have too. Suggestions welcome.

Ls3 v8...

Several conversions done using the VAG 1.8 turbo

Thread here on the same subject, but a think iys got to a v8 of some sort, rover v8 cheap option would be my choice



http://www.locostbuilders.co.uk/forum/9/viewthread.php?tid=185939

Duratec

BMW V8?
Or Lexus V8, not sure about manual box though, maybe Supra?
Would a straight 6 go in? Plenty of BMW or Jap options. Or Jag V6?

F20C honda, whith it's box! Should be a great option!

I like the idea of the charged duratec as that sort of keeps it in the family.

To my mind its got to be not to heavy and around 230bhp and reliable or there is no point.

Here you go and it's still an RX'8'

landrover discovery 2 4.0 v8 engine

A bit off the wall - 3.0D engine from a BMW?