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Gort Prowler Junkie From:Clinton Tn,USA |
posted 05-25-2015 03:37 PM
A friend called me from Texas and said he had a chance to buy a totaled(rear end crash) SRT Crossfire . He says it will bolt up to the prowler drive line without doing anything. 330 hp supercharger..stock V6. Question..is this true? If so what about the computer problems. This car is rare. Is the engine worth $4k? (complete) |
ALLEY CAT POA Lifetime Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:mesa, az, USA |
posted 05-25-2015 05:25 PM
You said it was a 'friend'.... Buy it and find out Report back after the in$tall.... |
Gort Prowler Junkie From:Clinton Tn,USA |
posted 05-25-2015 06:04 PM
quote: A friend maybe not a expert. I'm wondering why this hasn't ever been mentioned before. This message has been edited by Gort on 05-25-2015 at 06:19 PM |
TooHipCat POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Londonderry,NH |
posted 05-25-2015 06:20 PM
quote: My mechanic told me a while back, this is the power plant he wish the Prowler came with. Easy to swap out components? I'd have to give him a call. |
beachcat BANNED From:Ontario, Canada |
posted 05-25-2015 06:27 PM
I don't see why it would bolt up without doing anything. The crossfire engine and transmission are all mercedes. |
TooHipCat POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Londonderry,NH |
posted 05-25-2015 06:29 PM
quote: I think that's why my mechanic likes it so much! This message has been edited by TooHipCat on 05-25-2015 at 06:29 PM |
beachcat BANNED From:Ontario, Canada |
posted 05-25-2015 06:35 PM
I really like the crossfire. I don't know why it wasn't that successful. I place it in the Viper, Prowler, PT Cruiser, Crossfire group family of radical cars by Chrysler. |
alrtg POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Westminster, MD, USA |
posted 05-25-2015 06:40 PM
From what I understand, the computers used for the Crossfire communicate in German so a typical scanner at Chrysler won't work. I have been told that when diagnostics are needed, the car goes to a Mercedes shop. How accurate is this, I don't know as for me it is all hearsay. If the components would simply bolt up and use the OE computers then it might be worth a try. My suggestion would be to research compatibility prior to any purchase. |
Gort Prowler Junkie From:Clinton Tn,USA |
posted 05-25-2015 06:45 PM
quote: It seems after all these years,someone would have been curious about the exchange.A 330hp chrysler engine would be nice to have instead of a 253hp engine and it's got a supercharger on it from the factory. I wouldn't be up for throwing $4k plus shipping on a chance it "might" bolt up. From your previous posts and photos you seem to be very familiar with the engine and workings of the driveline. A few measurements or a quick glance of a photo could tell if it would be possible. Maybe the supercharger might not work as far as a fit under the hood. It seems that a 330hp blown Chrysler engine would be a huge selling factor. Putting a V8 LS chevy or 392 Chrysler would mean many custom one of a kind parts. If I could get a photo of the rear of the engine could you tell if it looks close or impossible...right?
This message has been edited by Gort on 05-25-2015 at 06:56 PM |
Gort Prowler Junkie From:Clinton Tn,USA |
posted 05-25-2015 07:01 PM
quote: That would be super. please do. I can hardly believe it would fit but would be willing to put a "supercharged" emblem on the prowler if it really was for $5-6k . If it will work ,I see several of these engines for sale on Ebay.That alone makes me think it won't work. |
beachcat BANNED From:Ontario, Canada |
posted 05-25-2015 07:02 PM
I would like to see a picture of the engine. It would have to bolt up to the prowler bell housing to be plug and play. If it would bolt up to a 42LE Transaxle, then it might work. i'm not a mechanic so maybe TooHip's mechanic would be a better person to comment. BTW a supercharger is not a blower. They perform similar things but in a different way and style. JMO |
Gort Prowler Junkie From:Clinton Tn,USA |
posted 05-25-2015 07:11 PM
quote: A supercharger is not a blower? What does that mean? A supercharger is a blower. A 671 supercharger on drag engines is in a blown class. A supercharger is direct drive a turbo runs off exhaust gases. Are you thinking about turbos? The engine I'm talking about is supercharged. This is a blown chevy engine with a GM 871 blower (supercharger) that was orginally meant for a huge GM truck engine. This message has been edited by Gort on 05-25-2015 at 07:16 PM |
padroo POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Chesterton, IN, USA |
posted 05-25-2015 07:14 PM
Looks like the Crossfire's haven't held their value like the Prowler. http://www.cargurus.com/Cars/l-Used-Chrysler-Crossfire-SRT-6-d171#listing=114801090
This message has been edited by padroo on 05-25-2015 at 07:19 PM |
Gort Prowler Junkie From:Clinton Tn,USA |
posted 05-25-2015 07:19 PM
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BeWare POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Acworth , Georgia , USA |
posted 05-25-2015 07:23 PM
I am no expert but the Crossfire has a conventional drive train and the Prowlrer does not. Crossfire engine bolted to transmission to drive shaft to rear axle. Prowler engine, propeller shaft to transaxle. How could it ossibly be a direct bolt in? |
padroo POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Chesterton, IN, USA |
posted 05-25-2015 07:32 PM
quote: Good point Rich. The Crossfire in the 2008 supercharged variety only came with an automatic. All the physical fit problems are one thing but to get all the electronics to talk to one another is where the real work is. JMO How about it Trey if you are out there and Rick who just went through it with his new conversion. |
jimsutton POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Ocala, FL, USA |
posted 05-25-2015 07:49 PM
I have a 2005 Crossfire not the SRT but a fun car and Fast the problem is that most every thing is German/Mercedes and Chrysler Most shops around here have a problem with PC read outs because they need to be able to read the Mercedes and the Chrysler if there is a problem and the dealers don't have all of the proper stuff to fix any thing on them here .My problem is some times it will not start No one knows what to do then next time it starts and runs fine ? 26000 miles I think I need to trim the Herd .. |
ALLEY CAT POA Lifetime Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:mesa, az, USA |
posted 05-25-2015 07:50 PM
quote: That is a fact,,,,,Crossfire OBII computers talk in German,,, Dodge/Chrysler dealers w/o the right equipment are of no help in diagnostic work. The Crossfire was just priced too high to capture the sales needed to keep it going.....plus, they had their share of problems like many Mercedes-Benz vehicles do. On the base V6 engine,,,the computer allowed speeds to 155 mph before limiting. Possibly the SRT6 model had more speed to be attained? The used car market on them is very weak..... |
Gort Prowler Junkie From:Clinton Tn,USA |
posted 05-25-2015 07:51 PM
quote: Exactly. This may be a case of wasted time and money. I sure would not rewire the car to get 77 hp. |
beachcat BANNED From:Ontario, Canada |
posted 05-25-2015 08:00 PM
Oh well, it was still worth talking about. |
mslc10 POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Bulverde, Texas, United States |
posted 05-25-2015 08:03 PM
Almost bought a 2005 for 11k about 4 yrs ago..bad thing about them is they smell, they have that vw import smell to them. It was Kewl but doesn't get the looks of a prowler. It was a fast solid little car tho! Don't think the german engine will bolt up. And the color options were crappy too!! This message has been edited by mslc10 on 05-25-2015 at 08:08 PM |
padroo POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Chesterton, IN, USA |
posted 05-25-2015 08:05 PM
The Crossfire had it's problems also, check out the picture of the base model and the SRT version for a good laugh. I don't think anyone has ever gone this low on a Prowler. lol http://jalopnik.com/you-forgot-all-about-the-chrysler-crossfire-didnt-you-511171936 |
beachcat BANNED From:Ontario, Canada |
posted 05-25-2015 08:20 PM
It sure would look good under a prowler hood |
treyb POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:West Orange, NJ |
posted 05-25-2015 08:47 PM
Don't do it. Anyone can out an engine into the car getting it to work and talk will be your problem. I'm pretty sure crossfire engine has bolt on Trans prowler in rear. Will need custom bellhousing lots of computer / wiring programming etc. not worth it |
padroo POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Chesterton, IN, USA |
posted 05-25-2015 08:55 PM
quote: I value your opinion and it didn't surprise me. |
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