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Re: Engine for MGB

To: "Plant, Keith Contractor (NCTAMS Naples N35)"
Subject: Re: Engine for MGB
From: "Paul T. Root" <ptroot@iaces.com>
Date: Thu, 23 Jun 2005 11:23:37 -0500
The MX-6, 626 and Ford Probe did share a common platform and many
parts. I believe you are right that it's the same engine as the probe.

It's FWD configuration would be the biggest problem. What sort of
transmission would you think to put on it?

Plant, Keith Contractor (NCTAMS Naples N35) wrote:
> I have come across a Mazda MX-6 V6 engine.  I will find out the year
> tomorrow but I believe it's a late 90's. Does anyone know if one of these
> has ever been fitted to an MGB?  I believe it's the same engine as the 90's
> V6 Ford Probe.  Just curious.  If it is not possible or too time/$$$
> consuming, I will pass on the engine, but if it is doable and somewhat
> inexpensive I may look into the change.  Thanks in advance!
> 
> Very Respectfully,
> Keith
> '69 B


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