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Author:  swervedriver [ Tue Jun 07, 2011 2:32 am ]
Post subject:  Where can I find a-plus blocks, short or long engines?
Hey,

Just doing a bit of research for a race mini project I'm hoping to start quite soon.

searched every site I can find and tried ebay for engines

where do you guys find your engine's or blocks etc?
Thinking a 1275 a+ for a start.

Planning on doing a twin cam head conversion.
I know specialist components sell these as turnkeys. Anyone had any experience with these? are they worth the money or could it be done a lot cheaper done locally or done by myself and mechanically inclined friends?

Cheers for any help.

Cory
Author:  Convertible Mini [ Tue Jun 07, 2011 4:38 am ]
Post subject:  A+ Blocks
IF for racing... Just bare in mind that A+ blocks are stronger but heavier also.
Author:  GT mowog [ Tue Jun 07, 2011 7:51 am ]
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A+ blocks in most ways are good, however, don't turn your nose up at a later non A+. The difference in strength is almost academic and lets face it, you're going to break a rod or crank way before you have any trouble or measurable difference with the block.

Remember too that the A+ was not designed to give better strength than the previous blocks, they were intended to be quieter :roll: that's why they spent 30 million pounds developing it :roll: (you'd think they could have developed a new engine all togther)
Author:  miniimports [ Tue Jun 07, 2011 8:23 am ]
Post subject:  re aplus engines
hi there cory
have plenty of the aplus engines in all forms,ie blocks,short and long engines
i am in melb but can freight anywhere around the country.
speak to matt reid on here about the twin cam kit as he does a kit also, he will give you rough costings so you can make a comparison,
cheers josh
miniimports
Author:  swervedriver [ Tue Jun 07, 2011 11:59 am ]
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How much heavier us the a+? I just read somewhere this was the better block for the k-series because it tiok heat better?

And josh, do you regularly have these? This is just a bit of homework while I raise the cash.but if you have regular stock that helps a lot. What's the going rate for a good condition long engine a plus? Cheers mate.
Author:  Wingman [ Tue Jun 07, 2011 12:18 pm ]
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I too have been looking for a 1275 for an upgrade down the line, have looked everywhere to no avail.
Author:  graham in aus [ Tue Jun 07, 2011 12:30 pm ]
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SooperCooper on here bought a 1275 A Plus and box from Josh at Mini Imports, he holds stock, imports a few from UK or Japan I think.

We stripped it for rebuild and it was awesome, probably could have just run it!

It's now a stormin' 1360 with the Pearce Seven Port Head! :shock:

Mini Imports.... Recommended A1 :P
Author:  Wingman [ Tue Jun 07, 2011 12:33 pm ]
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Any idea on a price? I guess I am after a full unit to suite rebuild, ie including gearbox and diff ect.
Author:  TheMiniMan [ Tue Jun 07, 2011 12:37 pm ]
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I have an A+ block here , with steel center main cap , i also have 16v twin cam head here, & also have the conversion kit if you need it too

:-)

0407135656
Matt

edit--> Oh & i often buy power units from Josh, no problemos here
Author:  graham in aus [ Tue Jun 07, 2011 7:36 pm ]
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Oh and MadMatt the Miniman....

Recommended A1! :P
Author:  Smarty [ Sun Oct 09, 2011 9:32 pm ]
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I have several A+ and A series 1275's for sale, I am in Mandurah, just send me a pm or email to discuss if you like.
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