[FC] motor options

[Ken Hand]

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Ken Hand
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-----Original Message-----
From: Ben and Lynn Stiles <lbstiles at verizon.net>
To: corvanatics <corvanatics at corvair.org>
Sent: Mon, Sep 17, 2012 9:23 pm
Subject: [FC] motor options


I have recently been kicking around just the thought of putting a 
non-Corvair motor in an FC. I would like more power to tow a bigger 
trailer and I would like to lose the limitations of air cooling.

I know and have seen mid engine V-8 cars numerous times. I have seen a 
Rampside with a V-8 engine amidships. I also know that a few of the 
latest Ultravans had Buick motors. I am going to be checking out a 
Pontiac engine swap in a late model Corvair car soon. I know those 
applications can be done, but can a water cooled engine be placed in the 
engine compartment of an FC van allowing one to retain the original 
cargo/passenger carrying ability?

Has anyone attempted this? Options for motors that will "fit?" (I use 
that term loosely- I know major mods would have to be made).
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