Crazy idea for 318

gipperco said

Yes the car IS set up properly for this as I knew that eventually I would want it to go fast. So I did the chassis build right the first time. Don't like to redo something that I could have done the first time. Decisions decisions. Keep the ideas coming they are helping. I really think that if I am going to do this, I want to do it right the first time. I know the benefits of Alcohol as I crew on a blown Alcohol front engine dragster. But I want to stay with gas EVEN if it has to be race gas or the new C9 that VP has out.

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I think a good number of people would love to see a 318 go fast. Perhaps you can be the guy that proves it can be done.

At this point in this thread, you should have the basic idea of what it would take to achieve your goals. IMO, ported W2s and a .600" lift roller cam will get you there.

There is a set ofW2 Econos with an M1 manifold on Ebay right now. Guy is claiming some good flow numbers with a 2.02 valve which would work with a 318 bore. Price is decent right now with one bid and no reserve, grab 'em up! There are a some other sets available too but these look to be the best deal at the moment.