Skip Gurnee wrote:
>
> 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.
BDA stands for Belt Drive Series A
hence BDG, BDX etc etc.
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:
> >
> > Okay, so what is a BDA? I am assuming this is not a female parts washer!
> >
> >
Regards,
JU
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