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Re: [alfa] Webers and MPG



i heard some were that next year one of the formula 1 teams is switching from
fuel injection to carbs? does anyone know witch team?

Ed & Marsha Prytherch wrote:

> Hi Kevin:
> I rebuilt my 2L spider motor this last winter with euro cams, Webers on a
> Euro manifold, 10:1 pistons and Shankle headers. It now gets 28 mpg. I have
> 9000 miles on the motor and the fuel consumption is consistent. It is fast
> and smooth, and it idles evenly after about 1 minute of running from a cold
> start.
>
> Kevin Trent wrote:
> How about 25% better gas mileage?  This summer I finished a rebuild on a
> 1750 Berlina and switched back from Webers to the Spica.  Mileage went from
> ~ 20-21 to 26-27 mpg.  Better power, smoother running, enhanced
> drivability...
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