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Re: 260 vs. 289

To: SLaifman@socal.rr.com, AHCUSA@excite.com
Subject: Re: 260 vs. 289
From: SFordRB@aol.com
Date: Thu, 9 Aug 2001 13:32:46 EDT
Following up on Steve's comments....

Remember that the structural components were marginal in the Tiger with the 
260. Increased horsepower/torque require careful planning as to not, how 
should I put it, bending things. On most Tigers you can look across the sill 
just in front of the windshield and see deformations that can be associated 
with chassis flex. 

Five bolt 289's while requiring a bit of looking can be found at reasonable 
prices if you choose to do a transplant. This being the most straight forward 
of the engine swaps.

It all comes down to originality vs. performance vs. money

Good luck

Dr. Moonstone

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