Forrest Gump Engine......

Since the 'Banana' arrived I have been in a perpetual quandary as to the power plant. I consider myself somewhat of a purest and desecrating an almost perfect MGB with something other than an original engine has been nagging at my conscience. On the other hand, trying to get even mediocre performance from the wimpy powerplant is both very costly and leads to building a hand gernade. Oh, decisions, decisions. After much soul searching and research, I decided to go with a 3.4 V6 of GM origin. Instant gratification on the horsepower front and minimal changes to the chassis etal to accommodate it.
So, the day came when I had to put the money on the table. Why, in the face of logic and all my research did I buy a V8? BECAUSE OF HORSEPOWER!!!!! Although a travesty to purists, I condone my actions knowing that this engine was indeed used in the GT model from 1968-73.

So here it is, my 3.9 Rover (BOP) V8 complete with 5 speed transmission. It arrived Saturday and it is now on my engine stand and ready for dismantling.
I have a feeling that this will blow the budget all to hell and will probably extend my completion schedule by another 6-9 months. Oh well, you only get to go around once so you might as well make it as much of a ride as possible. After all: "Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body. But rather to slide in sideway, foot to the floor, steering wheel in one hand, martini in the other, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming WOO HOO, WHAT A RIDE!