here we go, big block v's small block (not the normal thread)

[The Simps]

Been a good read this.

Reference Lee303's 1.8 TB'd lump. I "think" he got it all running but had gbox strength issues. He's now converted to a big block dog box and its just taking time to gather up the parts.

Its quite long now but I recommend anybody to read his thread as its got some great mods in there and a good read :- http://www.migweb.co.uk/forums/proje...es-garage.html

[Lee]

Z18 Engine, loom + ECU will set you back about £300-350..

You dont need to invest in engine mounts, drive shafts, hubs, **** around with gear selector mechanisms etc.. The only real 'hardcore' mechanical job is to fab the down pipe and make up some hoses for the heater matrix.

Surely the costs are relatively the same if people are doing the Redtop conversion and doing it properly?

TBH if it IS as easy as you say it is, and you CAN get the engines that cheaply (and from what you have posted, I have no reason to doubt you), then I may myself look into that engine a bit closer for my next project.

But for me track car, its got to stay big block.

To quote John Lydon

'DO I use big blocks to compensate for a small willy? NO, I use big blocks because they're the best'

I restus my case.

[The Simps]

I think in the generals case, with it likely to be used more on road than on track, he'll enjoy the extra power over the "maybe" slight difference in corners.

[Dar]

I might have to slip Dar a few bottles of iffy apple juice to blag a pilot of his, and of course just nick Lee's while hes not looking as I miss ranting that engine

You wont fit Chris is probably about your size and he can just about fit his left leg in.

[scott.parker]

I think in the generals case, with it likely to be used more on road than on track, he'll enjoy the extra power over the "maybe" slight difference in corners.

coilovers are a MUST though.

[The Simps]

You don't have to have coilovers for a fast, safe road going XE but I'd want them for track use.

[Lee]

Baxter would need 300lb'ers even before an engine was fitted

EDIT and the thing is, that comment isn't even valid, cos i found out at karting we weigh the same

[The Simps]

Oh, and reference fuel tank placement. Saloons/'loons/coupe's/sedan's have a perfect ledge at the back of the boot

[Stuart]

You wont fit Chris is probably about your size and he can just about fit his left leg in.

I'm used to fitting my hefty chassis into small cars though

[scott.parker]

You don't have to have coilovers for a fast, safe road going XE but I'd want them for track use.

Well i would want them after know what mine felt like on "good" road use shock spring combinations in comparison to the coilovers.

But then again guess it all down to personal preference.

Scott