Date:         Sun, 25 Jul 2004 09:51:26 -0600
Reply-To:     Bob Stevens <mtbiker62@HOTMAIL.COM>
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From:         Bob Stevens <mtbiker62@HOTMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Subject: 3.3 verses 4.3 ???
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Surfing around the I-net last night I came across several sites with info
about the SVX performance and reliability. The motor has a 250K expected
lifespan with usual maint. by its history. The tranny has a 70K lifespan due
to heat problems and folks started adding a cooler to extend that.
As far as weight of the SVX goes, chat with Pensioner (Al Knoll) who has
posted here regarding the handling of the rear end of his Syncro and
subsequent needing to stiffen the suspension by springs, shocks and tires to
deal with oversteer. Probably not a bad compromise considering that 230 HP.
bob


> Subaru SVX:
> Engine Specifications:
> 3.3 Liter 6 cylinder 24 valve DOHC Boxer engine.
> 230 horsepower @ 5400 rpm
> Torque: 228 @ 4400 rpm
> Sequential Multiport fuel injection with dual spray injectors
> Platinum-tipped spark plugs
> Computerized management system with "Limp Home feature," incl. over-rev
> protection, monitors fuel injection and ignition.
>
>
> Vortec 4300 4.3L V-6 Specifications
>
> Displacement: 4300cc
> Assembly Site: Romulus, Michigan
> Horsepower: 190-195 hp @ 4400-4600 rpm
> Torque: 250-260 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm
> Applications: GMC Sierra/Chevrolet Silverado
> Chevrolet S-10/GMC Sonoma
> GMC Safari/Savanna
> Chevrolet Astro/Express
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