The test mule getting a new power source :)

[dan filipi]

The fun has begun!

Started pulling stuff off for the switch, 1200 engine going into the 83- 1100 frame.

Sizing up the manifold fit......

It looks like ABS pipe clamps will solve the wider spacing of the 1200.......

I don't like that there will be a space between the runners and the plenum, I worked hard to fit them right up against each other but I'll run with it and modify later.

 

[joedrum]

time for the big boy pants ... attack!!!!!!!!! :builder: .. opcorn:

 

[brianinpa]

joedrum » Tue Mar 11, 2014 6:04 pm[/url]":17yx8okj]
time for the big boy pants ... attack!!!!!!!!! :builder: .. opcorn:

:smilie_happy:

 

[Omega Man]

opcorn: I'm rootin for ya Dan! :rocks:

~O~

 

[Steve83]

Cool! I found the 1200 timing belt covers, whenever you need 'em.

 

[ekvh]

Gonna keep the 1200 heads? You will be happy, either way.

 

[slabghost]

Were you able to swap the 83 drive output to the 1200 so the driveshaft fits up?

 

[dan filipi]

Keeping the 1200 heads for now.

I have another output shaft. Just waiting on gaskets.

 

[Ansimp]

:good:

 

[brianinpa]

The 1200 drive shaft is a lot nicer without that :sensored: circlip!

 

[dan filipi]

brianinpa » Wed Mar 12, 2014 2:24 am[/url]":3cfvdpk9]
The 1200 drive shaft is a lot nicer without that :sensored: circlip!

Yes but going into an 1100 it has to have it.

Got clamps:

IMAG0581 1[1]

• dan filipi
• Mar 13, 2014

Had to make a slight adjustment to the return line fitting, was hitting the stat housing.
Will need to rework that fitting a bit yet.

IMAG0582 1[1]

• dan filipi
• Mar 13, 2014

 

[slabghost]

opcorn: opcorn: Now where's that smiley drumming his fingers? :headscratch: :read:

 

[AApple]

 

[slabghost]

AApple » Fri Mar 14, 2014 11:47 am[/url]":iqxq5f6r]

:smilie_happy: :thanks:

 

[dan filipi]

Gaskets came today. That was fast considering from Poland.
The head gaskets look pretty good quality.
In fact they look like OEM, I would install them.


Back covers are on.
Tomorrow maybe, out with the 1100.

 

[slabghost]

Pics? I'd like to see the stuff getting done.

 

[dan filipi]

Big cover on with 1100 output shaft and 1100 clutch cover.

Cleaned up the starter innards some.
That's back in place also.

 

[slabghost]

Looks very nice and clean too. Test mule is about to get a real name I think. With the 1100 rear you got the best of both worlds with the 1200 motor. I've got to check my bearings in my 1200 standard.

 

[Ansimp]

Can't wait to hear about the road tests and rpm at road speed. Maybe a 1200 in the Rats Nest's future!
Looking good Dan :good:

 

[Steve83]

Looking really good! If you need a hand pulling the 1100, let me know...