Update on My Reno Status - My 3 Choices....

[Dan]

Bruce, the numbers on the ford are 6.8 liters 362hp and 457 torque. It just
seems to me that the 3208 is an obsolete 70's motor and even after being rebuilt
it is still an obsolete 70's motor. I know some vehicles are worth more with
the original engine but if I had the engine out of my FC I would seriously want
to put something in with modern technology. Unfortunately, my 3208 is in great
shape and will probably outlive me. Secondly, I don't understand why the length
is a limiting factor because the only thing in the way is the radiator and it
seems like that could be moved forward even if it changed the appearance of the
front. What do you think.

Dan
81FC
Jackson, MS
----- Original Message -----
From: birdshill123
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Sent: Sunday, September 16, 2007 3:03 PM
Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: Update on My Reno Status - My 3 Choices....


Dan :

I dont know about you but I would never go back to a gas engine. I
suppose one of the new big v 10 Fords or the 8.1 Chev might work but
they still wont have the torque of a diesel. Then there is the problem
of adapting the trans. No way that the GM or Ford trannie would move a
BB down the road. They are also very large engines. There are other gas
choices from IHC as well. Not for me.

Bruce
1988 FC 35






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