Posted by Will (in IL) [69.136.10.43] on Wednesday, March 26, 2014 at 21:07:19 :
In Reply to: Why was it designed slanted ?.....ntxt posted by Paul(in NY) [12.64.96.240] on Wednesday, March 26, 2014 at 21:00:48 :
The Slant Six became a legend for its endurance, but for a few brief, shining moments, it was a true performance engine as well.
Nicknamed for its 30° slant when installed, the slant six had a better mixture of power and economy than contemporary GM and Ford straight-sixes. The 30° slant came about becuase it had to fit under the compact, low-slung Valiant’s hood; it made room for efficient manifolds, which may be why they kept the slant when it was used in bigger cars and trucks.
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