At 11:45 AM 9/6/96 -0500, Gano, Ken wrote:
>Someone mentioned tests which showed the S-U carbs as being able to out
>preform Webers.
>
>We are trying to plan a complete engine rebuild and would like more thoughts
>on Webers v. S-U's. Authenticity is no concern, performance is every concern.
>I have the opportunity to pick up new Webers at what looks like a good price,
>but,of course, would prefer to save the money if possible. The problem is I
>lack the technical expertise to fully appreciate the subtle differences.
>Webers always looked like the performance choice, but that may be based soley
>on advertising hype and name. What are the facts? And what are the
>variables? General thoughts and suggestions would be greatly appreciated
>
>kengano@advant.com
First let me say I have DCOEs on my TR3
I did it not because I wanted more power. I did it because I thought DCOEs
were the ulimate cute accessory on an engine and I just really wanted to
have an engine with DCOEs. Power curves doesn't matter as long as the car
preforms acceptably. The DCOE mystic and looks is everything. They look
exotic sitting between a finned polished aluminum valve cover and chromed
four tube header.
With my real reason confessed...
I understand that SUs are more flexable, providing better low end power and
better economy. The Webbers har harder to jet correctly throughout the
curve.
If I were more rational, I would have SUs on my TR3 But the DCOEs just
have too much chrisma
Did I mention that Webbers never came stock on Triumphs and therefore you
get bumped into race clases with real prepaired race cars and you get
dinged or tossed out of concourse classes?
TeriAnn
twakeman@scruznet.com
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