engines seen in a haynes roadster

[Ricky]

Hi I just wanted to ask everyone what engines do you know of or seen in a haynes roadster or locost without chassis modifications :)

[Ianr]

My own - 2 litre Pinto and Mazda MX5 - the Mazda is a much better option. Why do you ask?

[Ricky]

Well I'm curious to know what fits nicely and what doesn't need body or chassis modifying as in drastic changes and that I can see what options are there and shop around

[Ianr]

Must say the MX5 option is simple and the gearbox is a better unit than the old type 9 and is lighter. Its a very good simple and robust unit. If I built again I might go for a 1,8 unit but am happy with my 1.6 NB unit :)

[Ricky]

I'm building the Sierra based chassis just not sure engine and gearbox but it's taking long for me to build it due to health and finances so I do what I can when I can and also alone doing this no outside help so progress is slow but will get there

[rpjg1975]

I know of Ford v6 engined and Saab turbo engined roadsters

[Ricky]

Here In sa I seen ones with 4age 20v and 16v and sr20 and I think I seen one with a v8

[twinturbo]

there was a BMW V8 one being built a few years back.

Someone tried to build a 4WD using a Mondeo transverse setup Zetec!!

TT

[Ricky]

I think v8 and 4wd is a bit over kill in my opinion but hey everyone has there own choice

[wylliezx9r]

I installed an Honda S2000 F20C engine and box but required modifications to the top chassis rails for the gearbox to fit.

[Ricky]

I have also seen a guy here in south africa who also was or is on the group he used a 3sgte. I've thought about this engine but not sure of the dimensions and pricey from engine places