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Re: [MarcosManiacs] Vintage Marcos Motors

2004-02-29 by Jack Myers

Hello Hal
I don't know the condition of your car, but I must assume it is reasonable at worst. Other wise you would not be considering racing it.
Because of the history behind the car, I would if the car were mine, (condition of De-dion being good or repairable) keep the De-dion and source a Volvo 1800 engine or even the 2Ltre. They are almost identical,and most of the parts are inter-changeable. I also understand that they are plentiful at your side of the world.
Spare parts at competition level are also plentiful, I am led to believe.
You could get bags of HP from this type of engine, and keep the original speck to within an inch or two.
Hope that hasn't thrown a spanner in the works(no pun).
Best regards Jac.
----- Original Message -----
Sent: Sunday, February 29, 2004 3:30 AM
Subject: Re: [MarcosManiacs] Vintage Marcos Motors

Jac,
I actually was kinda thinking out loud... I was wondering if there was a way to improve the rear end. Any ideas on set up or anything that has worked for everyone will be greatly appreciated.
Hal
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