I disagree, Bob. While I do have a tweaked M Kit motor in my '53 BN1
3-speed, I've been running a 3.54 diff and a Bill Bolton 23# flywheel
for at least six years. I have no problem starting out and the
acceleration and deceleration are much better. You'll find the new
response very helpful in gymkhanas.
Bill Barnett
On 1/4/2011 8:44 Big Blue, Bob Spidell wrote:
> Sounds like *speculation mode on* a lightened flywheel would be less
> desirable with a 3.54 rearend *speculation mode off*
>
> bs
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> Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA
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> Yes, it makes sense to lighten the flywheel. It will provide a more dynamic
> feeling to the engine...more throttle response. The downside is that the
> car will have less momentum when starting off. However, I have found the
> trade-off well worth it.
>
> I would stay away from an ALI flywheel. This is for more high performance
> cars and no necessary for street cars. A better value is to simply have
> your existing flywheel machined to remove some extra weight....or purchase a
> steel one.
>
> Paul
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