Date:         Tue, 2 Feb 2016 18:43:35 -0600
Reply-To:     Jason Ellis <jason.ellis@ME.COM>
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From:         Jason Ellis <jason.ellis@ME.COM>
Subject:      Re: Small Car Conversions
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Value of labor is always something to consider.  However, one thing you can't account for is the value of knowledge.  By this, I mean that there is an inherent value in the in depth knowledge you gain by doing the conversion DIY vs having someone do it for you.

I swapped a V8 into a Mustang and did a few little custom items to the car.  I could write a small essay about the swap, and that car was designed to have a V8!  

If/when I need a new engine, I'll probably do a DIY swap.  Of course I'll need to get Abel on board so he can lend a hand!  Better yet, I'll wait till Mike and Geneva come back thru town!

Cheers,
Jason Ellis

> On Feb 2, 2016, at 2:31 PM, BenT <syncro@GMAIL.COM> wrote:
> 
> Let's not forget the value of labor. 
> Bostig, DIY. SC in question, turnkey.
> 
> BenT
> sent from my electronic leash
> 
>> On Feb 2, 2016, at 10:58 AM, Mike Saint-Amour <mikesaintamour@HOTMAIL.COM> wrote:
>> 
>> For that kind of money you could do two bostig conversions, or one new zetec motor with the turbo, know everything about your rig and have money to go travel.   That's some serious cash.