Re: Tuning 2500

[Skip Gurnee <skip47@home.com>]

Steve-
BDA is a generic term for a series of Ford 4-cylinder engines based on a
design that goes back to the early/mid 60's.  Atop a basically stock
block is placed a 4-valve-per cylinder head with two belt-driven cams. 
The original cam is cut just behind the oil pump to reduce weight and
friction.  There are a zillion variations from 1100cc to about 2000cc,
with power from 120 to nearly 300, all naturally aspirated.  Most of the
engines are for racing only, due to their incredible prices and limited
life, but there are road versions.  Dave Bean Engineering have a "Road
Conversion Kit" the BDR, which purports to last long enough for road
use. Check out their web site http://www.davebean.com for more
information.
Best,
Skip Gurnee

"Hill, Stephen M EDUC:EX" wrote:
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> Okay, so what is a BDA? I am assuming this is not a female parts washer!
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