I think that we're looking for /reasonably-priced/ options against the day when
U20 timing
components are NLA ;^)
Gary McCormick
San Jose, CA
Thomas - Sweden wrote:
> BMW 540-740 V8.
>
> Thomas
>
> Pamela Bauman wrote:
>
> > ENGINE SWAP!! What small block rear wheel drive aluminum V8 has the same
> > weight or close to it as the 1600?
> >
> > Pamela
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: owner-datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net
> > [mailto:owner-datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net]On Behalf Of Hall, Phillip
> > Sent: Thursday, May 09, 2002 8:36 AM
> > To: 'Brian Hollands'; Roadsters (E-mail)
> > Subject: RE: A crusty marine engineers armchair solution to U20 timeing
> > chains
> >
> > I wish I had a U20 in front of me, but how about using the lower chain to
> > jackshaft and cover from a 1600, then use a belt up to the head with the
> > crank pulley on the dry side. The head would have to have a plate/seal
> > around the cam to block oil. Head to belt clearance still may be an issue.
> > Just an idea - Ok, back to my real job.
> >
> > Phil
> > SEROC
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: Brian Hollands [mailto:Brian_Hollands@adp.com]
> > Sent: Thursday, May 09, 2002 9:47 AM
> > To: Datsun Roadster Mailing list
> > Subject: RE: A crusty marine engineers armchair solution to U20 timeing
> > chains
> >
> > If you do that, add pistons and a set a valves to your next order from the
> > vendors. Belts soaked in oil don't work for long.
> > Brian '69 2000
> > Tampa, FL
> > http://web.tampabay.rr.com/oilleak/
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > Therefore, all someone has to do is find the right toothed pullys
> > from the right donor car that will fit inside the U20 front cover
> > and then arrange a spring loaded tensioner mounted to maintain
> > tension on the back (smooth) side of the toothed belt.
> >
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