Originally Posted By: mick53
Originally Posted By: Derrick
Originally Posted By: panic
Basically, 2 limitations, both serious.
1. without a 12 port head ($$$), big peak power is difficult (compared to a modern V8 head). Lumps + valves + extensive porting.
2. make sure nothing breaks, 1st parts are rods and pistons.

Santucci is surprisingly brief in his discussion of the oil system, especially oil and pressure control in the pan. Look at other L6 engines for ideas.


I figured I would be up against some serious head work. Do they make an aluminum head for the 292's or any other inline 6?? What about a good rod and piston?? How far can they be bored out usually??

I have an aluminum 12 port cross flow head being heat treated now. It's the first of its kind. We'll see how it performs.


That sounds interesting!!