Ray,
You recently mentioned something about having experience with BMC engines, a while back. The last one I worked on was in about '62, so I'm not familiar with them. I was wondering if you could give me some advice?
I have an opportunity to buy the complete drive train from a Morris Minor, including the 1275cc engine, 4-sp transmission and rear differential, at a decent price. I have heard the engine run and drove the car around the block. There are no leaks, or unusual noises, and the engine, (with a Holley-Webber carb/after-market header, but no drastic modifications) is surprisingly peppy.
My plans are to maybe install the whole set-up in my Crosley coupe.....at a later date. (Will run the stock engine while I'm getting the suspension, brake and body work done)
I also have a Datsun 1200cc engine, with a 4-sp Transmission that I could use. Of course, I'd have to buy the Morris differential, because the Crosley has a very weak, torque-tube differential.
The Datsun engine will have to be rebuilt, but I could install and drive the car with the Morris engine, just like it is. Buying the BMC set-up would also be cheaper than rebuilding the Datsun.
So, which route would you go? Thanks ahead of time for your input. Dennis
