Posted by Paul (in NY) on Monday, December 27, 2004 at 12:24PM :
In Reply to: How much can I upgrade my 48B1.. posted by Rick on Monday, December 27, 2004 at 9:12AM :
If you had an totally original, rust free, straight, complete in every respect, I would not touch it. But, if its not as above, and you want ot make it more roadable, and add safety then go for it. By doing a engine swap to a 318, power disk brakes, power steering, 4.89's you will have a sweet PW capable of keeping up with normal traffic in a safe and enjoyable manner. There are many people that want such a PW. I truly believe that a PW re-constructed as above, done without cutting sheetmetal and no hacking, will command a value equal or better than the same PW with original equipment. All my PW's have been up graded to more roadability and safety. My current M-37 project will also carry these mods and more.
Paul ( zipping up his nomex suit....seat belt tight ha ha