'83 VD FF converted to SV CSR SARRC champ WTD??
Hi, am new here and am seeking advice :confused:or info on how to proceed with re-engining a converted '83 VD FF or possibly SV car. I'd mostly prefer to keep it CSR at this point in time. I'd appreciate your thoughts / input on getting this car back on the track in some fashion. the car was SARRC champ in '87 with Scirocco mtr. It is in good condition but has no motor. Has Hewland MK9, McCann body, frame and suspension in vgc. Certainly some form of vintage or possibly regional competition I'm thinking. That leads to :
What engine to build and install?
2.0 pinto
2.3 pinto
16v Toyota
Zetec
Duratec
I am trying to understand what would be the better as regards power&reliblitity per $ in consideration on where/what it would run.
Or,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, should it go back to FF?
I very much would like to hear your thoughts
Best to you all, Scott Nevin Greer, SC
update 2.0 FC engine on its way
I have a 2.0 FC engine on it's way. I've decided to go "yestertech" (I guess I'm tossing the idea of being competitive out the window). Thanks to Kip I may have an adapter lined up. As car had VW I'll be fab'g motor mount(s) so if anyone has pics of a 2.0 FC early '82 or '83 VD mount they can share I'd be obliged. I believe a 4 pronged spider mount up front is what's needed. Are side mounts required as gearbox is stressed member? I'm fab'g a dolly at moment to get car in shop asap. I did receive the log book from Mr Habisreutinger. A very good chap :thumbsup: ! The last event it ran was '90 Runoffs. I also spoke with P Creighton who obtained the car for Mr Habisreutinger from a Tom Mitchell in TX. Phil mentioned it could've been one of Bob Schader's Super Vee cars - would anyone know how to figure that one out (the rear uprights are stamped USA 83)? Like a puzzle - one piece at a time.
Tony, Kip - pm's to you