[Roadsters] V8 Datsun Roadster - what have I done?!

[Richard Brown]

Here is a link to a Ford V8 powered Roadster.

http://unnfair.com/Unnfair/index.htm

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Sent: Wednesday, October 17, 2007 3:54 PM
Subject: [Roadsters] V8 Datsun Roadster - what have I done?!


> OK, I've never been a big fan of engine swaps, but yesterday I agreed the 
> purchase of?a 2000 roadster with a small block Ford V8 - it originally 
> came from the USA when it ran as a V8 but has been in a barn in the UK for 
> the last 10 years?- it needs a whole load of work but it will make such an 
> interesting toy when finished.
> ?
> The question is ... does anyone have any experience?of the results of such 
> a conversion? Are the standard brakes/gearbox up to it? Any 
> hints/tips/horror stories greatly appreciated.??
>
> Many thanks.
>
> Rob
> www.fairlady.org