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8v mods -'79 B-engine: LPT?
Posted by Terry in CT [Email] (more from Terry in CT) on Tue, 16 Aug 2005 07:01:29
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I've got a mint 5-door with 65k miles and a strong motor. Someday i'd imagine putting a newer 16T into it, but the original motor is truly going strong which leads me away from a B-turbo swap from another old saab.
I'm curious if the LPT info i've read on the BB can be applied to the B engine on a '79 900. Since the non-turbo B runs at 9.2:1 (8.7:1 with cat IIRC) there seems like LPT potential here, but I am FAR from being an engine mod novice even.
I think the engine is ~110 hp, but considering the car weighs 3850 (!) lbs, you can probably imagine i'd like a bit more pep without breaking the bank.
I've replaced the fuel filter, K&N air filter, nre dist cap, bougicord wires, and i'll be putting new tires+shocks on asap.
Would a valve job be a good idea? What should I reasonably expect to pay?
Thanks for ideas!
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