--- Mike Welch <mikew@turbopower.com> wrote:
>
> I've put some thoughts into using a Jeep 4 liter engine and
> drivetrain. The
> 200hp, 260ft-lb output from the straight six is a bit more than
> peppy, and
> very reliable (I've put over 140k with only routine maintenance). I
> superimposed the engine/4wd manual schematic over a schematic of the
> Spit,
> and everything looks like it would fit (using a shorter rwd
> driveshaft, the
> front driveshaft matches up). The block is a bit taller than the
> stock Spit
> hood/bonnet, so a little modification would be needed there (I don't
> think
Man, I'd think it'd be MUCH taller. But, to think - all that power,
and you'd STILL get your oil leaks! My '99 Wrangler 4.0l just started
leaking - good girl! ;-)
Chip
'71 MKIV Spitfire - 'Ol Smokey
'99 TJ Sport 4.0l - Leaking on my driveway!
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