Re: hot spitfire engines

[Andy Gascoigne <100567.1611@compuserve.com>]

Chris,

> All depends on whether you want top speed for the road or acceleration on the
> track.

My spit was a real buzzer, but after an hour or so at 70Mph and 4500/5000 rpm my
ears needed medical attention (kind of Post-Drive Shock Syndrome)

> Besides, that's what an overdrive is for...

I don't trust o/d's (especially on pre-Mk4 cars) - they're just a tad too
expensive to overhaul
for the benefits that they give - good if y' get a nice one though

A.