RE: [DML] Engine possibilites

["Darkstar" <darkstarmedia@xxxx>]

big price tag too on those aluminum blocks and heads although world has some
really good product for the buck.

Darkstar

-----Original Message-----
From: Bob Brandys [mailto:BobB@xxxx]
Sent: February 26, 2003 6:09 AM
To: dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: Re: [DML] Engine possibilites
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>
> Putting a heavy cast iron engine in the rear of a DeLorean can also be a
> safety hazard. 300 ft -lb of torque into 1st of 2nd gear can easily
> bring the front end off the ground and you can loose steering control .
>
> The people with SB Chevys add 100+ lbs of lead to the front end to keep
> in on the ground.
>
> With the engine and the lead weight your D is now 200-300 pounds heavier
> and slower.
>
> An aluminum engine is essential. BTW aluminum SB Chevy or Ford are
> easily available in the aftermarket if you want that big of an engine
> block.