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 Posted: 05-06-2007 08:41 pm
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Ron Earp



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 I'd second the use of Judson in a minute, good work, did my race motors.

However, an engine swap would be a lot of fun in a JH.  A Ford SB would work well, with a T5 transmission. I've had many in my garage at the same time as the Jensen and measured it a few times over beer, it'd fit well and would even allow more room than the JH motor, particularily on the tight driver's side. A Chevy SB would work as well.  Both can be had in aluminum versions that will add very little weight to the car.

Another great choice would be an all aluminum Buick215/Rover V8 motor. Cheap, light, and wouldn't completely over power the chassis it the way the Ford and Chevy could do (although you could build the 215 to make serious power).

R