Ok, having finally gotten fed up of Petro running like a bag of nails (he's also developed a big end knock, and I never did quite get to the bottom of that overheating problem) I've decided to give up with the current engine and swap it out...
I have aquired a Series3 lightweight for this purpose. The question is are there any differences or problems in putting a series 3 engine into a two.
1. I know that there are some differences regarding the clutch mouting, but I seem to recall those being mention with regards to putting the three box in, which I'm tempted to not bother doing as the series2 boxes are stronger, does anyone have a definitive opinion / experience on this ?
2. Assuming there are no real differences between 2 1/4 petrol engines (early to later) is there anything stupid that I'm forgetting ?
3. I'm also assuming that swapping the overdrive over would be a reasonable idea as well.
4. Does anyone know how I can get Col to expediate his tidy-up of the garage and then give me a hand :)
Any thoughts? Suiggestions? Advise....
