Originally Posted by JHM2K
So here's the main question: is it worth the wear and tear on the hen's @ss, so to speak? I know the aftermarket was soft on the 430 motors, but basics such as a Eurocharged tune, mild exhaust work, etc should be able to squeeze a few more ponies out of it. I'm thinking with some persuasion, we might be able to retrofit a NW intake. But that's down the road.
Plus, it would be an inexpensive start (yes, I know the motor is always the cheapest part) to hearing a V-8 rumble in the Crossfire.
The regular 430 motor has ~275hp, and the 43 motor has +28 hp. Still well below SRT numbers but it will be a sweet-sounding mamma jamma.
Thoughts? I am, after all, just thinking out-loud myself.
A bit more power, 6 speed manual, lighter car so less work for the engine... Sounds like a good thing! And then the reliablity will be there for every day use for years to come!