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by JT
Mon Nov 12, 2007 3:00 am
Forum: Drivetrain Area
Topic: How much power can a 3L Atlas handle?
Replies: 1
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How much power can a 3L Atlas handle?

Just wondering what kind of power and torque a narrow 3L atlas axle with quaife ATB LSD could take? See a few people run them behind V8's in classicford. I've got a 5.0L V8 going in mine and wondering how long it is likely to last? (3.22 ratio) Most serious V8 swaps go direct for a 9 inch but thats ...
by JT
Mon Nov 12, 2007 2:52 am
Forum: Body & Strengthening
Topic: Body strength
Replies: 2
Views: 11298

Body strength

Hi there, I've got a MKII Capri, body is in good condition. I'm from NZ and we don't salt our roads here so it's rust free. Just wondering how strong the bodys are? I'm currently fitting a 5.0L V8 engine from a mustang which is about 350hp. It's just a street car but I was wondering if I will need a...