WANTED, M8 2.6L Astron head in NZ

[Superscan]

Were the 2.6L M8 style Astron heads ever used in NZ? There is a person off an American Starion site that is wanting a M8 head with the kidney shaped chamber. They were on the TS Magna's (around 1992 to 1996 I think).

Shipping from Australia to US is best described as highway robbery, but he will be in NZ and thought he may be able to acquire one there.

Can any of the NZ members confirm or deny this?

Cheers.

[kiwieurospec]

The 4G54 never took off in this country, a few early Pajeros and some crappy Aussie Magnas aside we roll V6's.

But I see early Diamantes badged Magna (from Japan or Aussie) with the 2.6 engine, so if they are the ones then a second hand one is possible although unlikely.
Like this:
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-ca ... 962749.htm

We can get the M28 heads new ok though.

[Alspos]

Yeah, look for an old Magna like you said. Should be a dime a dozen in a wreckers...they are here

[dirtygalant]

yeah the TS Magnas sold in NZ are the Aussie built models, not to be confused with the V3000 which is a Verada V6 with a different badge.

[Superscan]

Thanks for the replies. I'll let him know.

Cheers.