Re: MK-IV\'s in Road and Track
The Saleen’s a very cool car (looks very similar to the IMSA GTP cars). The gentleman that designed the S7 lives about a mile away from me in NE Portland, Oregon although I’ve never taken the time to meet him. You are correct, the 427 is a stroked 351 Windsor and it’s too bad the Cleveland’s long out of production. As ’good’ as the Windsor is, I have to believe a stroked 351 Cleveland would be a far superior motor but that’s a mute point.
As gorgeous as the Saleen is and with all things being equal, I would still go with the Mk-IV if I had my choice between cars. I’ve seen all the classics Ferrari‘s, Maseraties (sp?), Dusenburgs, Mercedes, and the rest of the world’s most famous cars and I can honestly say I believe the MK-IV is the most beautiful car ever made. Graceful yet purposeful lines and brutal horsepower. This one’s a close second.
Wet Dreams
Hershal, I’ve been reading the board on a regular basis but I haven’t had anything to add. I’m kind of the quiet type who learned a long time ago that I learn a lot more by listening (reading in this case) than speaking. I continue to get quite an education following the trials and tribulations you guys go through.
MK-IV J6, do you use racing tires driving the MK-IV on the street or do you use street tires? If you use street tires, what kind and size do you use? Wheel size? I would think racing tires on the street would be a real pain considering how puncture prone they are to stones and derbies let alone slicks in the rain or wets in the dry.
[ May 08, 2003: Message edited by: imsa ]
