From: wwd@netheaven.com
Date: Sun Apr 14 2002 - 19:25:34 PDT
>Has anyone retrofitted an engine with
>a 'universal' engine-control-unit? In
>other words, replaced the carbs with
>fuel-injection and elec. ignition?
>I'm looking for something simple and
>cheap, like a few hundred bucks, that
>can be programmed to run 4, 6, or 8 cyl.
Nothing is simple or cheap. Or that flexible. If you adapt EFI to a new
motor the displacements must be fairly close +/- 5%. Multi-port is a real
challenge. TBI is a bit easier, but still assumes you have experience
working on these. The ECU 'computer' is the least of your worries, unless
you insist on trying to alter mixtures for racing- not recommended at all-
keep it stock.
>I've got a number of engines that would
>really benefit from it...like a Continental
>F227 in an old Michigan wheel-loader;
>and a Volvo B30 6-cyl....not to mention
>the 360 in my J20 jeep!
The Holley Pro-Jection will work on sb Chevy over 300 cu inch as well as
the Dodge 318 & 360. If you also get the O2 sensor option (recommended)
you are looking at over $1k new. I believe Holley has discontinued it, so
they only offer the snazzier version which was $1.4k. Check with Jeggs.
>thanks,
>Richard
>mailto:metal@fullwave.com
Bill
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