Charles A Harris wrote:
>
> I changed out Matilda's (B1139) engine to a 1600 in 1980. The changeover
> requires no peticular modification and is quite easy. I used her
> existing exhaust manifold, which is still on her, with no modification
> except a half washer. I did get a different intake, but they are easily
> found for a Webber from any Pinto 1600. I might mention that if you can
> get the later gearbox, that the car becomes more competitive because you
> wont have that gap 'twixt 2nd & 3rd. I am short on spares for my 1498
> engine so if you would like to part with your existing engine I would be
> interested.
> Chuck Harris
> Matilda 66 4/4(B1139), Emily 60 4/4 (A590),Jacob 55 Chevy P. U., Sally 67
> Mustang conv., Jeffery 74 V. W. 181, Boris 83 Ford 4x4 P. U., 57
> Isseta,69 Honda 90
> On Tue, 9 Sep 1997 13:40:01 -0400 (EDT) WJBDLB@aol.com writes:
> >I am considering changing my 1498 cc engine on my 66 4/4 comptition to
> >the
> >1600 GT engine. I am doing this for a bit more power, as well as the
> >availability of parts. The car is also used regulary and could use a
> >bit
> >more power.
> >
> >Well, I have located an engine, and I see there will be major
> >modifications
> >re exhaust etc.
> >
> >What kind of trouble can I expect if I try to swap engines. I have
> >been told
> >that fit is ok.
> >
> >desi benet
> >wjbdlb@aol.com
> >66 morgan 4/4 competition
> >
Chuck,
If you can name a pickup, how can you leave an Isetta and a Honda 90
nameless?
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