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Originally Posted by bobcowan
The only "problem" with a Lima motor is it's physical size. It's huge. It's designed to be torque monster truck engine, so compact size was not a real consideration.
Changing spark plugs and installing headers on a 351W can be a bit of a challenge the first few times you do it. With a Lima motor, it will be a real PITA.
I don't believe that weight is a big issue, unless you're a dedicated road racer. The engine will sit completely behind the front axle, so it will balance fairly well. Alum heads will help that a lot.
Additional weight will also be added from things like a huge radiator, 9" rear, etc. But those are small things.
The bottom line is, I think, if you want a Lima motor, do it!
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I've found the easiest way to get at the spark plugs on my 460 (in a West Coast Cobra) is through the wheel wells. Pull the wheels and plugs 1-7 are (relatively) easy to get to. I still have to change #8 from the top which is, as noted, a gigantic PITA, but it's only one. I have found I need an assortment of tools though - regular ratchet, flex head spark plug / bent shaft ratchet, short extension, etc.