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Let's hear engine swap ideas... 444-544

posted by  Michael Basel on  Thu Jul 5 06:05 CST 2012
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I agree with all that has been said especially regarding the limits of the suspension. My 544 has massaged B20 with a M41, and doing more than 160 km/h is a challenge, highways do get very narrow then with this set-up. The smallest bump in the road will lead to unwanted steering to left or right, depending on the bump you will encounter. And be assured, ANY uneven surface will lead to this reaction. The power of 110HP is by far enough for the suspension, even if you upgrade it wit PU bushes, anything stock is lifethreathening. And for the power, my 544 has enough to challenge a Lotus Elan on a twisty mountain road, so why bother with 200+ HP?
All the best Michael






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