GSMnow@aol.com wrote:
> The complete wording of the SM engine swap rules was specifically
> written to allow the Honda B series engine swaps into Civics.
Ah, actually, no it wasn't. We stole the rule directly from ProRally (qv
the Mitsubishi 4G63 powered Tiburons) and then clarified it somewhat when a
bunch of FAQs were getting asked.
> The wording seems very grey when you talk about other
> swaps.
Not at all - you just have to read what is written.
> Does the motor have to come from the same car body?
No.
> Can an engine that was never used in the car be swapped in?
Yes.
> There were two Neons at Nationals running a 2.4 litre block.
Actually, there was 1. The Daddio car has a 2.4 litre turbo head, but the
block is a 2.0.
> No one questioned these as not being legal.
That's because they are.
> But could I drop in a Toyota 3.0L V-6 from a Pickup into my
> old rear drive Celica body?
Assuming you can get it to fit, yes.
> The newer pickups now have a 3.4L 24 valve V6, but that is
> over the 3.0 limit for overhead cam engines,
Only if you intend to supercharge/turbocharge. The NA limit is 6.0 litres
with no restriction on valvetrain type.
> 300 hp is not enough in a 2700 pound car
Heh. I'm at 2829 dry, and I make ~320 HP. It's all in how you use it...
DG
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