"britcars@hpfckjs.fc.hp.com" writes:
[a description of a 6-cyl engine designed to be mounted at an
angle]
This is quite definitely a Triumph 2000 engine. This was similar
to a Mk I GT6 engine, but without the block castings for the side engine
mounts, and it was installed at a 15-degree slant to help it fit under
the bonnet. Note the 15-degree slope in the oil pan. While it is
theoretically possible to put one of these in a GT6 or Vitesse by swapping
the backplate, the oil pan and designing new mounts for the block, AND
replacing the dip stick which won't read right when vertical, I wouldn't
bother. Much more suitable engines are available.
Foolishly I bought one of these engines as a swap for my Vitesse engine,
but after going over it I realize this was a mistake. However I was
very happy to get the manifold and carbs, as they're a perfect match
and will allow me to ditch the frighteningly bad dual-Solex configuration
Tessa came with...
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