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Discussion in 'New to the H.A.M.B.? Introduce yourself here!' started by DynoDave, Dec 30, 2008.

  1. DynoDave
    Joined: Dec 30, 2008
    Posts: 22

    DynoDave
    Member
    from Michigan

    I have a line on a free '89 Range Rover, with a later version of the old Buick 215 (this one at 3.9 liters instead of 3.5). I told the guy I'd have to do some homework. I felt this aluminum V8 would make a great little engine for a rod, but didn't know any of the specifics (headers, parts availability, how to ditch the ZF auto. trans and t-case for a domestic trans (TH350 or other), etc. etc. etc. I've been a Garage Journal member for several years, and knew the H.A.M.B. would be the place to check first.

    Doing a couple of searches on Buick 215 and Rover V8, I came up with answers to all of the questions that I have (for now). Looks like D&D can handle most everything I have to throw at them. And, how small of a world is it...these guys are like a 1/2 hour drive from my house!

    Thanks HAMBers! :)
     
  2. Welcome from North Texas, and good luck with the project!
     
  3. captain scarlet
    Joined: Jun 11, 2008
    Posts: 2,429

    captain scarlet
    Member
    from Detroit

    welcome to the Hamb. That engine is a great little power plant.
     
  4. DynoDave
    Joined: Dec 30, 2008
    Posts: 22

    DynoDave
    Member
    from Michigan

    Thanks. I'm not sure what I'm going to do. I don't have a body or chassis, just an offer for a interesting, free powertrain, and a lot of bad-for-my-marriage ideas! But come on...I'm a car guy...someone offers me a free all aluminum V8 with American and British heritage, and a 47+ year production history. Can I possibly say no? :confused:
     

  5. captain scarlet
    Joined: Jun 11, 2008
    Posts: 2,429

    captain scarlet
    Member
    from Detroit

    Free is free - just tuck it away in the back of the garage
     
  6. Lucky667
    Joined: Dec 3, 2008
    Posts: 2,233

    Lucky667
    Member
    from TX

    Welcome to the HAMB from South Texas. Good Luck with the 215 Buick.

    Lucky667
    God Bless our Troops,...Especially the Snipers.
     
  7. DynoDave
    Joined: Dec 30, 2008
    Posts: 22

    DynoDave
    Member
    from Michigan

    I think you're right Captain. I might even be able to make a buck or two parting out the old truck, and keeping what I want. :)
     
  8. Welcome to the HAMB , from Hank in Pennsylvania.
     

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