Engine Conversion

[Guest Hayesy]

I'm thinking about putting a c20let into my Robin Hood 2b it's forged running around 280bhp is it worth doing????

[jaimo]

Oh yeah

[MarkBzero]

Anything is possible if you have time and money.

[richyb66]

There's only one way you'll ever know for sure.

[Guest Hayesy]

I have been advised not to for safety reasons so looking at redtop on omega box has anybody done one?? Thanks

[theduck]

What kind of safety reason?

[Guest Hayesy]

More cage stronger body etc it originally had a pinto in I'm just looking for easiest way to get it running again but not keen on putting a pinto back in

[steve in stockport]

Just do it!

Had a 280bhp/300lb torque Z20LET in my 2B before selling it last year, Kerry has a Z20LET putting out pretty much the same power in his and there are several others with cossies and V8 engines around the 300bhp mark without any problems.

Obviously you'll need to sort braking and suspension to match the power output

[Guest Hayesy]

Would love a v8 if I'm honest just don't no we're to start

[Kerry]

As Steve said, we have both done this engine change, and It was worth the effort.

[richardm6994]

Would love a v8 if I'm honest just don't no we're to start

This may help....

http://www.rhocar.org/index.php?showtopic=35307&hl=%2Brover+%2Bexmo

[Bob Tucker]

You'll find the 2B chassis is just about the strongest 7 type chassis out there,

thats why they are 100 - 200 KG heavier than some other 7s.

 

Frankly the car is as safe as you are.

Fit top notch tyres, & Mintex 1144 pads. The standard brakes

are fine as they are, they were designed to stop a car that could weigh

twice what the hood weighs.

Sign up for some trackdays with professional instruction,

& maybe get it on a skid pan.

BTW I have a redtop, 175 bhp, specialist bellhousing and modified type 9.

Well worth it.