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Originally Posted by kitz

Dude, Dave, put down the pipe.

What we gonna call it, a "MEEK ROD"? I guess unless you are putting an 800+ hp Cosworth in there

Kitz

Sure Kitz, send me all the Cosworth parts you have!!!! Man, would that be a blast!!!! Some of the Zetec's with Turbo's or Supercharges are putting down a healthy 160-180 RWHp, not a huge number but if done right in an under 2,000 pound car, could be fun and cheap to run!!!!

Thanks Dave. That's good to know. I think the last time I saw a new one for sale was probably back around 1964. They used to advertised them in various mags, like Sports Car Graphic and even Popular Mechanics.

I'll have to keep an eye out for one, maybe there's still hope yet.

Originally Posted by mopar34

Thanks Dave. That's good to know. I think the last time I saw a new one for sale was probably back around 1964. They used to advertised them in various mags, like Sports Car Graphic and even Popular Mechanics.

I'll have to keep an eye out for one, maybe there's still hope yet.

Also saw one digging through the classifieds on one of the SCCA sites, and have seen a couple, or maybe the same one twice, on racingjunk.com awhile back...

PS, here's a link to probably one of the nicest one's I've ever seen.... .tomstrongman.com/ClassicCars/Jerry%20Ward/Index.htm

Dave, While at the Goodguy thing here in Columbus, a Thom Taylor inspired roadster with Focus power was in attendance. It was cool with weber side draft carbs protruding from the side panel. The body was bobbed in back with a quick change rear end. A bud is building a 32 cabbed truck with a 2800 chevy motor trans combo from a 04 Colorado truck. As soon as my camera is replaced I will try to get some pics.

I voted earlier, but failed to comment. Imagine that, Dave. I think that would be a good idea. MPG plus performance makes sense it these days.

Here is a customer's "other car". This is in addition to his '40 Chevy.

I don't think I would go that way, but many are trying to recreate the earliest cars, so that would help sales.

The key would be choosing a rugged, moderate cost, and easily found engine, with speed equipment available. Obviously, it should have good performance potential, as some might want an added blower or turbo. I don't know how easily found a Pinto motor is, but I would consider that myself. If possible, it should also have a "generic" appearance. If there is a good candidate, I would go with a domestic engine, rather than an import, as I think that would make this combo most acceptable to a wide range of enthusiasts.

Sounds cool, would you dress up that little 4 banger and leave it out to show or close the hood? Trying to visualize....
Either way, sounds like a neat project!

Dave, my 2007 Chevy Colorado (Isuzu) 4-banger is rated at 185 hp. They also make a 5-cyl engine if you want something unique. You could use the engine, trans (5-speed or AOD), and rear end out of one of these - they are available with posi.

How about something that looks like an old Allard..?

I want to use the 94 ford v-6 out of a areo star ,good power ,200,000 mile engine ,auto overdrive ,rear wheel drive.You could probably use a good part of the areo star as a donor.They run forever and are plentiful and are at about the right age to purchased cheaply everywhere.

We used ours to tow a 20 ft extremely heavy car trailer from cali to kansas the north route there{very hilly} then the south route back ,just for a change.
We even idled the thing all night in needles at about 90 degrees ambient all night long with the air running all night long at idle...................i.e. a very good engine.
My point is ,get too new on the engine and its too complicated for most and pretty exspensive,I would think you could build the whole thing for what a special 2007 or 2008 engine will cost.

I have thought very seriously to make a slant 6 T bucket. There is a guy here in town that has had a pinto powered T for years but doesn't show it because he got tired of hearing "Why a 4 banger?" and has had no luck trying to sell it. I would build one like the black one sort off and I would think it would be cool to run the wheels off of a rod without worrying about finding good fuel...often!!

I am for it Dave! You still may be double dipping your meds but thats beside the point!!

Dave, I have toyed with the idea of a mini T with motorcycle engine and trans. One with a shaft drive, havn't found one with a reverse gear yet, so you can't back up..........lol
Brad

Originally Posted by BradC

Dave, I have toyed with the idea of a mini T with motorcycle engine and trans. One with a shaft drive, havn't found one with a reverse gear yet, so you can't back up..........lol
Brad

Some of the newer Honda Gold Wings have a reverser!

Originally Posted by HOTRODPAINT

Here is a customer's "other car". This is in addition to his '40 Chevy.

I don't think I would go that way, but many are trying to recreate the earliest cars, so that would help sales.

The key would be choosing a rugged, moderate cost, and easily found engine, with speed equipment available. Obviously, it should have good performance potential, as some might want an added blower or turbo. I don't know how easily found a Pinto motor is, but I would consider that myself. If possible, it should also have a "generic" appearance. If there is a good candidate, I would go with a domestic engine, rather than an import, as I think that would make this combo most acceptable to a wide range of enthusiasts.

The "generic" look is exactly what I would be after, there is a copy of every copy already being built! I would imagine it would have a bit of this or that showing in the body, with so many cars built over the years, it would be impossible to have a body with a totally unique look!

I really appreciate all the input guys! At this point everything is just in the "think about it" stage.... Think next I will get some engine and driveline measurements and a sit down session with an artist buddy of mine and work out some sketch ideas... As always, the CHR bunch can be counted on for some very constructive input!!!! Again, thaks a bunch!

Originally Posted by BradC

Dave, I have toyed with the idea of a mini T with motorcycle engine and trans. One with a shaft drive, havn't found one with a reverse gear yet, so you can't back up..........lol
Brad

I think the Honda Gold Wings have reverse. I have seen some of the trike conversions have a reverse gear. Or maybe it's an aftermarket add-on.