Re: engine options

["Mick T" <mickth@hotmail.com>]

Gee, I was suddenly reminded why I don't offer much input in here......... 
Back to lurk mode.....

-Mick-


>
>Mick,
>
>What's a 510 gotta do with a Roadster? I don't understand your logic. The
>510 is very different than a Roadster and so is the engine bay. A straight 
>6
>is just too long for a Roadster as much of the weight will be in the very
>front and over the front axle. Plus where ya gonna put the rad and fan. The
>L series is just too heavy also, as much as a small block Chevy if not 
>more.
>The 510 was designed to use an L series motor the roadster was not.
>
>You'll kill the handling of the car with severe understeer.
>
>IMHO a very poor choice.
>
>Mike

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