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Re: Spitfire headers etc./Bellhousing mods

To: Sean Johnson <sean_johnson@milacron.com>
Subject: Re: Spitfire headers etc./Bellhousing mods
From: John Matthews <matthews@sj.bigger.net>
Date: Mon, 07 Jul 1997 09:59:10 -0700
Cc: triumphs@Autox.Team.Net
Organization: Serena Industries Inc. http://www.moonglowmall.com
References: <vines.jgv7+KtbjnA@cmoak6.milacron.com>
Sean Johnson wrote:
> 
> John Matthews wrote:
> 
> <<Morning,
> 
> I need a 4 -> 1, or 4 -> 2 -> 1 header for my 1500 engine.
> Rather trade than purchase, but will consider all offers.
> Please contact me directly.>>
> 
> I've a header on my Spit.  To tell you the truth, unless you're going for
> serious HP, get a manifold from an older Spitfire.  You'll get a decent
> flowing manifold, and you don't have to worry about leaky, poorly fitting
> joints between the header and tailpipe that don't fit between the tranny and
> frame rails.
> 
> just my .02.
> 
> regards,
> 
> Sean Johnson

Sean,

Is there any reason not to go for "serious HP"????
That's why I'm transplanting the 1500 into my Herald in the first place.
BTW, does anyone out there have experience with machining the aluminum
bellhousing to work with the later single rail gearbox?

Cheers,

John Matthews
'61 Racin' Herald

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