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Re: "Tiger" killer

To: "WadWerks" <wadwerk1@cnetech.com>,
Subject: Re: "Tiger" killer
From: snyler <snyler@ix.netcom.com>
Date: Fri, 19 Mar 99 15:40:27 -0600
>ok heres the story I have my 2000 and its fun but my father is almost 
>finished with his sunbeam tiger and i am jealous. I have a line on a 1600 
>for $400and i want to modify it to run with the tiger.I dont want to 
>butcher my baby(2000) so i am going to do it on a 1600. what would be the 
>best engine for the car, a turbo 6 or a 302 (same as what is in his 
>tiger). does any one know if either engine will fit. what can i do for a 
>trany combo? what about a rear end do I need to chop a ford 9'.last but 
>not least what can I do about the soft suspension? any suggestions would 
>be appreciated.
>
>jon waddell
>69 2000
>hanford ca.
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In an autocross type event, I bet your 2000 will do much better than your 
dad's topheavy, front heavy Sunbeam.  There's much to be said for balance.

 



Marc Tyler 
1970 1600
Boerne TX (Actually Sisterdale TX)


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