Fitting a Peugeut MI16 in a kitcar (upright, not 30° angle)?

[Stijn]

Hi all,

I'm building an offroad sprinter (simular to a kitcar, but this one is for offroad) to compete in local offroad races.

I am the proud owner of a very good peugeot MI16 engine.
The problem is however that normally the engine is fitted in a 30° angle in the car. Now we will be fitting the engine
longitudinally (in a rear engine configuration). So i was wondering what the issues are in putting the engine completely upright?

I will be using a Pace Dry Sump system, so in the bottem there will be no problem of oil surge, but there could be problems in the
oil returning from the head...

Is there anyone out there who has experience in using the MI16 in a upright placement and could give me some hints?

THanks

[Stijn]

Has nobody every tried this with this engine???

[Pileopants]

Hi, not got any knowledge myself but I have heard of people running Peugeot engines in hillclimb single seaters etc. Also they were used in Hot Rod racing?

This chap http://www.delamare.gg/ had one fitted in a Mallock but has now moved over to a bike engine. Might be able to help?

Sounds like an interesting project, good luck!