Hey all you "experts" out there, I'm looking for some advice on building a
strong street Rover 3.5liter.
Does anyone (other than Silv-o-lite) make a performance piston (9.5comp) or
higher piston for the Rover? I have been told that Chevy Vega pistons are
the same 3.5 in. bore size, and on a recent post, someone mentioned that
Chevy 2.8 V-6 pistons would fit the Buick. I am assuming (and WE ALL know
what that means) that the Chevy parts are going to be more available, and
inexpensive, than an aftermarket item.
What cam do you recommend? Glen Towery says to stick with the stocker.
What about carbs? I've been running the Holley 390, but I'm not real happy
with it. Has anyone used the Edelbrock Performer 500 cfm carb? I have a
stock 4bbl bop intake, what is the "best" intake. (I have read Hardcastle's
book, but don't think the Offy is the way to go anymore) Has anyone
actually used or is running, the Edelbrock Performer?
My car is mostly used for highway use, and I like the idea of passing with
lots of power at highway speeds. I'm not really into the "stoplight drag
race" type engine, but I also don't want an engine that doesn't make power
until 5,000 rpm!
Any help would be appreciated!
Perry
1961 MGA Mk II
1979 TR7~8
1988 RX7 convert. (daily driver)
PS- I do have a complete '63 Olds 215 that is complete, disssassembled, that
I would sell or trade very cheap! (...trade for a cam and a set of headers
for the Rover????)
Bye
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