yes, I've heard that some tuners prefer the newer computers. This engine comes with no computer or wiring, so I figured so that I can draw on on vast knowledge of previous threads here and m.net that I would use what the majority use. If I run into issues, I think it'll be easier to diagnose with a search of old threads vs what's available for info on the sn95 ecu. That make sense?
Brad

I now own this motor. Project has officially begun.

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So I'm at this point now. I bought that pulley setup and am trying to figure out a good mounting scheme. In the pic above it looks as though threaded rod was used as studs into the cylinder head with aluminum tube over the stud as a spacer. How would this be secured in the cylinder head hole? Just some blue threadlock maybe? Where would I even find this aluminum sleeve? Would 2 points of attachment as the pic above be strong enough to withstand the side load? If so, I can use the plate that came with the pulley, otherwise I'll have to get another one fabbed up as it's not wide enough for 3 holes. I'm a little nervous having that pulley plate standing 4" away from the head. Seems like a lot.

Think I got it figured out. I'm using the 3 holes in the head to mount a custom bracket.
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Then I made a template out of thin aluminum...lined up the holes.
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Local machine shop is doing up a 1/2" piece of aluminum bar. I'll use studs to mount and aluminum spacers for standoffs, the pully gets centered as shown. Should be good to go.
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Brad, I've been super busy project managing a pipeline project, it's seven days a week so not much me time for the boards. You've developed a good plan. I like it. Only detail is to make sure you have perfection (or as close as possible) on pulley alignment on all planes. Less than perfection and you'll have belt squeal, don't ask me how I know.

There are several video's a web search will turn up and laser tools help. I used a straight edge along with a jerry rigged laser while tuning my set-up.

Good Luck, ( oh, and I have three bolts on mine, one was a convenient water pump bolt and I used silver painted conduit over the bolts. You can fine tune by trimming the tubes and adjusting the bolt and or adding washers).

RR

Thanks Ronnie,
I appreciate the reply and the email.
Brad