I've been away from the forum for a couple of years but am just now getting some time to work on the car (1962 coupe) again.

I have a request!!

I'm getting ready to start building a mild performance 170/200 for the Falcon. I generally like to build smaller engines, and am kind on an efficiency nut so I like to get more power from combustion efficiency rather than more cubes. I have a pretty good idea of how I'm going to build the engine - 9.2:1 CR, DUI Dizzy, 2V conversion, mild-ish cam with a T-5.

Trouble is I've never driven ANY old sixes. I'd like to build this as a 170 but many people have told me they just don't have enough power, and parts are becoming hard to find (oil pump, pistons). I'm not looking for a 400hp monster or a drag car, just a decent driver.

SO!! Would anyone here be willing to let me drive their I-6 around the block a couple of times so I can get a baseline for what these engines do stock?

I'm in Seattle and would REALLY appreciate it.

Thank You!!!