In a message dated 16/4/1999 1:54:59AM, TGElliott@InfoAve.Net writes:
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You wrote that you were 1 of 2 to have the 1500 head job at APT. Did you
like it? Did it give a noticeable power increase? Also what other engine
mods have you done to your 1500? I am very eager to know. Ever have any
problems with the dreaded thrust washers giving out?
David mentioned something about pinning them.
Any info would be greatly appreciated, as I have 3- 1500 midget engines(no
spitfire serial #'s,,, I know they are the same engine, but Mine are from
MIDGETS NOT SPITS) although I love all LBC's some more than others.
Getting back to the engines, i have room and the parts to experiment with.
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Hi Travis,
I may not have been as clear as I intended. I was one of the two who
recommended APT BUT not one of the few who have had a 1500 engine
built by APT. From what I can tell the only real reason the 1500 is less
tuneable than the A-Series is that it just never had all the development and
after market attention. I think you can take that whatever David Anton is
said is correct (but not quite Gospel because gospel means Good News!). I
would expect that a decent head, a mild cam and headers will yield enough
power for a fast road car.
Finally, like you, because I am interested in the 1500 engine I would like to
hear of anyone's experience tuning this engine.
Daniel1312
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