On Thu, Apr 10, 2008 at 10:24 AM, Mitch Haley <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> > Interesting viewpoint, but I don't think I'd stick an International > diesel in it. > 1. They are all too heavy IMO. > That's what engine lifts are for, you know? > 2. The old IDIs weren't that great on fuel consumption. > Neither were 70's truck gasoline engines > 3. The powerstroke would twist that F100 frame into a pretzel. > I sincerely doubt it would twist it into a pretzel. It wouldn't be half as yummy and there would be no salt. > 4. $4 a gallon diesel. > $3.75 a gallon gas. > 5. If I had a 617.95x sitting in a rusted out chassis, I'd consider > dropping it in the F100. Wouldn't be any worse than a 1972 spec 300 Ford, > except in noise/vibration. *sighs* Fine. How about a Bluetec V6 to replace the replaced V6 that's already in there? EdB -- "I'm a Night Elf Mohawk!" - Mr. T. _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
