I understand the idea that the V-8 is likely more expensive. Apparently it
is. However, when a "slight: engine mod costs more than I paid for my car I
consider it a "bit pricey". I have also seen a few of those $20,000
restorations. They are beautiful, but personally I would be afraid to drive
it, not for me but the other fools on the road that see it as an old car
worth nothing compared to their SUV.
Larry
On 2/19/01 6:23 PM, "Jim Stuart" <jimbb88@erols.com> wrote:
> Larry-
>
> If you think the supercharger being pricey is an understatement, let me tell
> you about $20,000.00 MGB restorations to stock specs. Many exist, probably
> some on this list. Or $25-30,000.00 V8 conversions. Lots of people put lots of
> money in these cars. Some put lots of hours in & less money, & a few of us
> idiots put lots of time & money in our cars. But we enjoy it. (Or we like the
> pain...)
>
> In reality, this is some of the cheapest horsepower you can buy. My V-8
> conversions cost much more on a per horsepower basis. If you are only looking
> for a modest 5-10 hp, the supercharger is too expensive. If you are looking
> for 40-50 hp, you will spend as much, unless you can do all the machining &
> assembly your self. If you are looking for 60-70 hp, the engine you probably
> would be unwilling to pay for, will be marginal, at best, on the street.
>
> Bare in mind, I am not touting the supercharger, just reporting on what I have
> seen, & been told by the owner, whom I know fairly well. I just think it is an
> alternative worth considering for those wanting higher than average
> performance increases.
>
> Larry Macy wrote:
>
>> A Bit Pricey????? That seems to me to be about the Understatement of this
>> millennium.
>>
>> Larry
>
Larry Macy
78 Midget
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