Im having a problem getting my extractors to fit now that I have installed an A14 engine in my 1200 coupe. The extractors are off the original A12 engine and because the engine mounts needed
to be modified for the A14 to go in, the extractors touch the underneath of the car. I think the engine is perhaps sitting slightly higher than the A12 but I cant lower it because the fuel
pump sits dirrectly above the mount. Does anyone have any suggestions on what I can do to solve the problem? can I get the extractors bent slightly perhaps (or will I have to put a dent in
the floor of the car!)

The reason your having problems is because the A14 block is quite a bit taller than the A12 block therefore the extractors will sit to high on the a14 engine I had the other
problem when I went from the A14 to the A12 it sat to low hitting on the drag link ect.
Andrew

WILKIE
Measure the distance between the oil sump and the crossmembar, that is how much it can be lowered.

First, how did you mount the motor mount bracket to the motor? I have just used the brackets as they were and it fit. I think I used two A12 brackets but I had to get one from another 1200.

If you can drill new holes in the bracket that are lower than the ones used now, it will be an easy job. Find your distance that the motor needs to be dropped and that is the distance you
drill the holes below the holes you use now.

The last A14 I put in a 1200 (Mareo Speedwagon VI), I eliminated the mechanical fuel pump and set the motor as low and as rearward as I possibly could. I use a 3/8" aluminum plate about 90mm
wide, 150mm tall and drilled six holes in it to fit over the six studs where the fuel pump and old mounts were. The plate is rear of and almost touching the oil pump. Two other holes are
drilled for the motor mount bracket. I tapped these holes and put 2 bolts with mostly shaved off heads on the backside of the plate and they protrude out like studs to hold the mount
bracket. You can place the mount anyplace on the plate depending on where you want the motor to sit.

I need to get a digital camera so it could be easier to show these little modifications. Most are simple and common sense.

I used an electric fuel pump mounted back near the tank. I have a switch that I can manually turn on and off and an impact switch that turns the fuel pump off in case of an accident that is
switched from the ignition. I also have a valve near the fuel filter that I use to pump gas for my lawnmower.

It may not be much but every little bit helps and I want less weight on my front wheels, that is why I set the motor low and back. I have never had any problems with the driveshaft pushing
into the transmission either. I thought that I may have to cut the driveshaft but I didn't. I use the dog-leg 5-speed so I had to make the rear mount anyway.

I hope this helps you drop the motor enough to get the exhaust off the body.

Mareo

Thanks for the info Mareo, I have used the same mounts as you but I think I will have to remove the fuel pump and replace it with an electric one as you did. At the moment the
engine could be lowered about an inch more but only if I remove the fuel pump. How much would i pay for an electric one and can you just get them from your local automotive store?

Electric fuel pumps cost around $30 to $45 U.S. Not cheap but if it will get you car
on the road....

I used a Nissan Blubird electric fuel pump on my 1200. Easy to rig up no need for a relay. Im guessing its around 3-4psi and feeds the 45 webers no problem. Im sure some
wreckers would have them and would be cheaper than a new one im sure.

Scott
Davo