I drove my 1980 MGB to Reno last month, and I found myself being passed by
campers while driving on Route 80 out of Truckee. The car is SC
(smog-correct) and just lacks any vim. I suppose I can adjust the Strom carb
somehow to compensate for altitude, but this seems like a lot of work.
Question: What I think I need is a new engine. A Chevy 300 someting or
maybe a Mazda hummer. The engine must meet the following criteria. 1. Not
screw up the smog regs. 2. Allow me to drive at altitude without any
complaint. 3. Give me some power--I think the 1800 cc mill in the MGB is
basically the same engine installed in the 1955 MGA--no wonder the brit car
industry is dead. 4. Be relatively easy to install--ie with minimum frame
modifications. Any thoughts??
John Trifari 1980 MGB
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