DANMAS@aol.com wrote:
>
> In a message dated 2/2/98 10:08:33 AM Eastern Standard Time, zink@pdq.net
> writes:
>
> > But in the same vein, a Buick 3.8L with
> > multi port FI and an intercooled turbo, produces about 300hp on pump gas.
> > And is significantly smaller than the Ford 5L.
>
> Lawrence,
>
> The Buick 3.8L is shorter than the Ford 5.0, but in all other dimensions it is
> larger. I have both a Buick 3.8 and a Ford 5.0 in my garage, and I have
> measured them. I originally considered using the Buick V6 in my TR6, but I
> listened to a hopped-up Ford 5.0 in a TVR at one of the local British Car
> Gatherings, and was hooked. The rumble of a powerful V8 is addictive.
>
> Has anyone looked into the Ford 3.8 V6? If, per chance, that engine is based
> on the 5.0, with two cylinders lopped off (along the same lines that the Buick
> was created), then that might make an excellent choice. I don't think that
> engine has had the aftermarket devolopement that the Buick has, but, being
> considerably lighter, it should have great potential (that is, assuming it is
> based on the 5.0).
>
> I will make that a project of mine, to look into that engine and its
> potential.
>
> Dan Masters,
> Alcoa, TN
>
> '71 TR6---------3000mile/year driver, fully restored
> '71 TR6---------undergoing full restoration and Ford 5.0 V8 insertion - see:
> http://www.sky.net/~boballen/mg/Masters/
> '74 MGBGT---3000mile/year driver, original condition, slated for a V8 soon!
> '68 MGBGT---organ donor for the '74
I would definitely not reccommend the Ford 3.8 liter V6. They are very
prone to overheating and warped heads. Also my Capri threw a rod at
110K. Try to find a good replacement from a junkyard, its impossible
round here.
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