TangoMan
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| posted on 28/2/07 at 11:19 PM |
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I had a tuned Pinto and it was OK. I also swapped from a TVR (only an 'S' though) and the Pinto was similar in speed but handled far
better.
When it came to an engine swap, as I wanted more power, I thought about a bike engine but decided I wouldn't be happy living with it on long
drives.
I opted to swap for a 2.0 Zetec but am not sure how much better than the Pinto it will be.
I wouldn't limit yourself to a Pinto versus BEC. Wait a while and look at a few others 4age, XE, Zetec, Duratec, V6, V8 are all options for a
car engine with some being more common than others.
I wouldn't criticize a BEC as they look great fun. For a track toy they would be ideal but to take the GF out at the weekend I am not so sure..
Summer's here!!!!
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zxrlocost
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| posted on 28/2/07 at 11:23 PM |
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you all must not have so understanding wives our GF's don there bike helmets and join us
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TangoMan
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| posted on 28/2/07 at 11:44 PM |
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Ah... but then I guess yours didn't spend a few months nursing you after a bridge drove into you. 
She is a little sensitive to me going fast now as I don't have too many bones left to break. She comes in but is a bit like a noisy wheel
bearing. She groans if I go over 70
Summer's here!!!!
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jaydee
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| posted on 1/3/07 at 09:30 AM |
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Rite, thanks for all your comments on these Im going to have a look at both the weekend so i can make a decision!
The GF told me this morning that she wouldnt come in either, as both have aero screens instead of a glass screen So my other options are to try and
find a screen to fit onto these or get a westie with weather gear!!
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flak monkey
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| posted on 1/3/07 at 09:35 AM |
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You can get windscreens to fit.
It's actually worse in a car with a screen sometimes, as the air smacks you in the side of the face. With an aero screen you can just wear a
bike helmet.
David
Sera
http://www.motosera.com
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jaydee
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| posted on 1/3/07 at 09:43 AM |
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I dont think its the wind issue, its the having to wear a helmit issue and not having anything there to protect you if something comes up from the
road, although i cant see a normal glass screen offering much protection!!
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chockymonster
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| posted on 1/3/07 at 09:58 AM |
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I'm a bit confused on the cruising issue in becs.
Mine does 70 at 6000rpm in top, that's only 1500 rpm more than my evo used to do it!
I don't have an aeroscreen on my car but I wear a helmet.
Get a drive in both, neither of them are going to be quiet or refined. How many miles do you plan a year?
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zxrlocost
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| posted on 1/3/07 at 09:58 AM |
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dont worry to much mate most on here have done miles without any probs
afterall what protects a biker from flying objects
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jaydee
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| posted on 1/3/07 at 10:12 AM |
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quote:
Originally posted by chockymonster
I'm a bit confused on the cruising issue in becs.
Mine does 70 at 6000rpm in top, that's only 1500 rpm more than my evo used to do it!
I don't have an aeroscreen on my car but I wear a helmet.
Get a drive in both, neither of them are going to be quiet or refined. How many miles do you plan a year?
Only about 2500 max a year, it will only come out when the weather is good!!
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jaydee
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| posted on 1/3/07 at 10:12 AM |
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afterall what protects a biker from flying objects
Never thought of that lol
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zxrlocost
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| posted on 1/3/07 at 10:44 AM |
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message me in a fortnight youll have a whole different prospective on it
bend + 100mph
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chockymonster
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| posted on 1/3/07 at 11:00 AM |
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quote:
Originally posted by jaydee
Only about 2500 max a year, it will only come out when the weather is good!!
Similar mileage to me. I think you'd be mad to discount becs. I was worried about the busy nature reported on here but when I got out in it I
was very surprised as to how not buzzy it was. Around town you don't have to go up and down the box, I can leave mine in 2nd and pull quite
happily
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Hellfire
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| posted on 1/3/07 at 12:39 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by jaydee
The GF told me this morning that she wouldnt come in either, as both have aero screens instead of a glass screen So my other options are to try and
find a screen to fit onto these or get a westie with weather gear!!
Or you could just accept that she won't want to go anywhere with you and buy the MK Indy BEC. That way, you'll also get the added bonus of
improving your power/weight ratio.......
Phil
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andyps
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| posted on 1/3/07 at 01:36 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by chockymonster
I'm a bit confused on the cruising issue in becs.
Mine does 70 at 6000rpm in top, that's only 1500 rpm more than my evo used to do it!
Ahhh, now I see what you mean. Basing the comparison on that car well known as a smooth, refined cruiser - the evo
Andy
An expert is someone who knows more and more about less and less
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chockymonster
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| posted on 1/3/07 at 02:25 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by andyps
Ahhh, now I see what you mean. Basing the comparison on that car well known as a smooth, refined cruiser - the evo
:p
Well it was that or the mx5 which is still doing 4,200 at 70. I could have compared it to my Scoob, that was doing 70 at 5,500!
At least I'm comparing it against a car i've driven and not making generic sweeping statements 
[Edited on 1/3/07 by chockymonster]
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matt.c
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| posted on 1/3/07 at 08:23 PM |
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BEC!!!! dribble dribble!!
Hi and a very warm welcome
[Edited on 1/3/07 by matt.c]
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Jasper
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| posted on 1/3/07 at 08:49 PM |
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Or stick a 300bhp turbo nissan lump in and have more power than a BEC AND heater, windscreen, doors, carpets, leather seats, etc etc
(Runs and ducks for cover like others have had too )
You're doing the right thing - try them both. I've owned a BEC and been in plenty of both. I personally now prefered CEC's, cos I
want to do long distance work ....
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