BMW 540-740 V8.
Thomas
Pamela Bauman wrote:
> ENGINE SWAP!! What small block rear wheel drive aluminum V8 has the same
> weight or close to it as the 1600?
>
> Pamela
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net
> [mailto:owner-datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net]On Behalf Of Hall, Phillip
> Sent: Thursday, May 09, 2002 8:36 AM
> To: 'Brian Hollands'; Roadsters (E-mail)
> Subject: RE: A crusty marine engineers armchair solution to U20 timeing
> chains
>
> I wish I had a U20 in front of me, but how about using the lower chain to
> jackshaft and cover from a 1600, then use a belt up to the head with the
> crank pulley on the dry side. The head would have to have a plate/seal
> around the cam to block oil. Head to belt clearance still may be an issue.
> Just an idea - Ok, back to my real job.
>
> Phil
> SEROC
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Brian Hollands [mailto:Brian_Hollands@adp.com]
> Sent: Thursday, May 09, 2002 9:47 AM
> To: Datsun Roadster Mailing list
> Subject: RE: A crusty marine engineers armchair solution to U20 timeing
> chains
>
> If you do that, add pistons and a set a valves to your next order from the
> vendors. Belts soaked in oil don't work for long.
> Brian '69 2000
> Tampa, FL
> http://web.tampabay.rr.com/oilleak/
>
> -----Original Message-----
> Therefore, all someone has to do is find the right toothed pullys
> from the right donor car that will fit inside the U20 front cover
> and then arrange a spring loaded tensioner mounted to maintain
> tension on the back (smooth) side of the toothed belt.
>
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