Hi Guys
Now we (I say “we”, it’s Paul’s knowledge and expertise, I just agreed to the plan) have a spec. for the new engine, so I thought I’d bring you up to date.
As already discussed, it’s a VW Type 1 1641cc engine built from all new parts (with the exception of the rebuilt Dellorto DRLA 40’s that come curtesy of previous Alfasud engine) including cases, Pistons & barrels, a counterweighted crank, a Scat C35 cam and EMPI heads (fitted with heavy duty springs).
There will a remote oil filter and front mounted oil cooler but I’m sure you’ve already guessed this.
This will drive the previously decided on 901/914 box via a lightened /balanced flywheel.
So nothing revolutionary (other than my ‘hands off’ learning curve in regard to air cooled engines) just a carefully built and balance, simple and relatively unstressed engine producing around 90BHP (more than enough for 4.5” wide tyres on Lake District B roads with my level of driving skills).
NB. Any inaccuracies or lack of detail are almost certainly down to my misunderstanding rather than Paul’s work.
Also work moves on at a pace for the chassis and if all goes to plan it should be off to the powder coaters fairly
soon (the test fit of the transmission and a short block looks great).
I’ll post pics. once I can show before, during and after shots.
All the best
Ian F.
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