I have to agree with Joe. I dont have the overdrive gearbox but I would put
one in if given 1/2 a chance. My 67 Mk II has a drivetrain out of a 1500.
This was my first restoration and the conversion was as easy as it gets,
just bolt it right in.
Tod Jones
67 Spit Mk II
----- Original Message -----
From: "Joe Curry" <spitlist@gte.net>
To: "Rich" <rhendrik@tampabay.rr.com>
Cc: "Spit" <Spitfires@autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, November 12, 2000 11:06 PM
Subject: Re: Restoration
>
> Rich,
> Depends on what you want to do with it. My street Mk1 has a 1500 with
twin SU's, Full synchro OD gearbox and 3.89 differential. It is
> great for highway travel and doesn't have to stick to the 55 or so mph
that most Mk1's do!
>
> If you are looking at concours, keep it stock!
>
> Regards,
> Joe
>
> Rich wrote:
> >
> > Looking for some help from the list. I have a 63 mk1 and I'm wondering
if I
> > should leave the drive train as it is. I do have 2 1500 engines and 1
> > overdrive that I could put in it. Witch is the preferred drive line?
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