Re: 1.8t in4000?

[Huw Powell <audi@mediaone.net>]

> >     Find me a factory new MC motor and I would consider comparing the
> 1.8T
> > to the MC.
> 
> What the heck does it matter if it is factory new???  You can get an MC
> block for cheap, and then essentially replace everything but the crank and
> the camshaft for around 3-4k, 

but what are you starting with?  A motor with huge miles already? 
rebuilt does not = new.  a motor from a totalled low mile car?  a car
hit hard enough to ruin it might have some issues with the block too.

A factory new engine... is a great place to start *if you can*

I don't think Alex is knocking MC swaps - he is responding to people
knocking 1.8t swaps.

I see no problem - if I was to upgrade my engine and want over 200 hp, I
like the idea of a smaller block.  leaves some room to work in the bay,
maybe?

nut since I'm not paying, & not playing, maybe my "opinion" is of little
merit...!

-- 
Huw Powell

http://www.humanspeakers.com/audi/

82 Audi Coupe; 84 4kq; 85 Coupe GT; 73 F250