[cobrabobby]

JacMac is quite correct warning of cylinder wall thickness. Uneven thickness
problems occured with core shift in production of these. A .030 overbore is
usually safe and it would be wise to sonic check before machining any of
these. The "oiling issues" being repeatedly spoken of are only valid if one
plans on revving past 6k for extended periods. A simple restrictor fix at
build time and minimal expense/time will yeild an acceptable fix. The design
was suspect on priorities of oiling. Would not be a problem with a street
motor unless overreving is in your plans. Yes they are heavier than a W but
not by much. A serious builder of one of these light cars could make up the
difference elsewhere. Depends on what you want to use the car for. Can't
think a 20-50 lb difference would matter on the street with one of these cars.
Bob T.