engine choice

[marc25149508]

Its all a bit late! I have been using the forum for advice and tips over the last year, ( thanks to all the regulars for posting!) And have finally decided to post! My build is at the rolling stage. I have been given a rebuilt 1600 crossflow ( good mate!) +90 pistons, stage 3 head, double valve springs, duplex timing chain.

My dilemma is should I use it, locost mantra free is good! Or shoukd I buy a 1.8 zetec?

[Stot]

Its all a bit late! I have been using the forum for advice and tips over the last year, ( thanks to all the regulars for posting!) And have finally decided to post! My build is at the rolling stage. I have been given a rebuilt 1600 crossflow ( good mate!) +90 pistons, stage 3 head, double valve springs, duplex timing chain.

My dilemma is should I use it, locost mantra free is good! Or shoukd I buy a 1.8 zetec?

A 1700 xflow would be great in a roadster and the sound of throaty a xflow is great, easy to plumb, its pretty much what was used in the original Lotus 7. And its Free!

I had one in my Jester 12 years ago. It had a stage 2 head job, BCF2 cam and I was running GS550 bike carbs on it. It would wheel spin in the first 3 gears so had plenty of power.

Cheers
Stot

[TheArf]

FREE is good

Arfon

[wylliezx9r]

The crossflow will make your life much easier when it comes to IVA. You can always upgrade later if you feel the need.

[ayjay]

Sounds pretty good as is:)

Welcome to the mad house :eek:

We all look forward to watching your build-dont forget the photos:)

[minicountryman1961]

Just think about the wiring. A crossflow has maybe 6 wires to hook up. All the fuel injected motors have zillions! I am using a crossflow. I am too old to learn all about injection systems.

[flyerncle]

Never too old to learn,had a 1500 gt in my Anglia,quicker than old celica xt.