Interesting comment re: front end weight. If I'm not mistaken, a B-O-P 215 V8
w/ bellhousing and trans weighs a significant amount MORE than a small block
Windsor w/ bellhousing and top loader...why bother with a motor that has less
displacement, potential and parts availability?
I, personally, like Tom Hall's solution which is now owned by the Guerras: 13b
rotary and direct top Mazda sourced 5 speed. The whole shooting match is about
as big as a beer keg and fits behind the front crossmember! 200+ hp just makes
it better, although you do have to watch what gear you are in...
Mike
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