F40 Donor?

**MooglyMoog** · 28-06-2018, 13:51

Guys,
we have 4 days to figure out if this engine will fit in a stratos engine bay.

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/ferrari-f40-engine/

Custom transverse gearbox for starters...

The headers look incredibly wide and I'm worried the V8 may be too long.

Is there a chance in hell? I couldnt find any F40 engine dimension specs besides power ratings and such.

**strat24v** · 28-06-2018, 13:58

Some 348 Ferrari's had a transverse box but with a few mods to a lb rear cross member, all would be well. Unlikely to fit a hawk chassis without major work. I'd say go ahead and buy it.

**MooglyMoog** · 28-06-2018, 14:02

Plans would be for a lister bell.

i wonder if Craig would be willing to do some custom engine mounts...

**strat24v** · 28-06-2018, 14:11

[QUOTE=MooglyMoog;41257]Plans would be for a lister bell.

I'd suggest a rework of the rear cradle, something like a 037, hang the wishbones etc off the engine and box. Run the driveshafts at a forward angle. All doable depending on Craig being a bit flexible. The lwb chassis would be sensible.

**StruanR** · 28-06-2018, 19:14

Transverse 308 engine fits the Hawk, of course and original Lancia.
Reputedly by Maglioli.

**MooglyMoog** · 02-07-2018, 18:50

I cant find much info on an ECU or harness for an F40 which this engine would be missing.

does anyone on this forum have a high confidence that an aftermarket option would work or that an f40 ecu could be found at a reasonable (for ferrari) price?

4 hours to go on auction.