Re: Eurorace 2.5 liter kit...

[Andrew Duane USG/PE <duane@zk3.dec.com>]

Hairy green toads from Mars made AUDIDUDI@delphi.com say:

> Since I've ruled out a turbo conversion (too much work for a street car) but
> would like to increase performance, I'm considering going with the 2.4 liter
> kit sold by Eurorace.  Last time I checked, the price was $1,049 and you got
> a 90.5mm stroke welded crank as well as new pistons, rings and bearings.  It
> looks like a pretty good deal (to me, at any rate) since I haven't been able
> to find anyone who is willing to try stroking a 5cyl crank (apparently, they
> warp easily when welded because the throws aren't symmetrical).  Factor in a
> decent valve job, a cam (Eurorace? Shrick?) and some gaskets, etc. and $2500
> (the upper limit of what I am willing to spend on this car) should more than
> cover it, right?
> 
> Does anyone have any experience with this or any other suggestions?  I'm not
> in a hurry -- I figure the engine will probably run for another year or more
> like this -- just looking to plan ahead.  Any input will be appreciated.

I'd be really interested in hearing about these ideas, too.
My '89 100Q is a little short of power, and I've been looking
at ways to upgrade it.

I'd rather spend $2k fixing this up then $20K on buying something
else. I like my 100Q; the stereo is great, and the seats are broken
in "just right".

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