A14 or A15

[glhs399]

Hey everyone, 

I have been slowly acquiring parts for a engine build for my 71 1200. 

I still am in need of a short block. 

What is everyone's take on A14 vs A15? 

[datzenmike]

There's no replacement for displacement..... Carol Shelby. Still true today.

[fivetenguy]

I have an A14 from a GX that needs to be rebuilt. You can have for free. It's going to the scrap yard soon. I got it for free.

 

Like you, I was planning on rebuilding it and put it in my 1200, but decided to keep my stock a12 since it's running well.

[Stoffregen Motorsports]

The A14 was actually a better motor. Big bore and short stroke. Revved higher.

[glhs399]

10 hours ago, fivetenguy said:

I have an A14 from a GX that needs to be rebuilt. You can have for free. It's going to the scrap yard soon. I got it for free.

 

Like you, I was planning on rebuilding it and put it in my 1200, but decided to keep my stock a12 since it's running well.

Thank you for the offer. I might of found something more local. If that does not pan out I will be in touch! 

1 vote for a A14 and
1 vote for the A15.... 
🍿

[Dguy210]

On 4/12/2024 at 5:51 PM, glhs399 said:

Thank you for the offer. I might of found something more local. If that does not pan out I will be in touch! 

1 vote for a A14 and
1 vote for the A15.... 
🍿

 

I agree with Stoff. the A14 is the better motor.

 

Also, while many A15s are ~80hp there is a MPG which is 67hp. This is 70-80s Japanese horsepower too..... they use smaller horses 🤣

 

The A14 in a 1200 (I've had several setup like this) will get it going pretty well. 

 

Edit: checked the old thread and I've seen that car at Canby years ago.

Edited April 14 by Dguy210