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The idea here is definitely not fleet conversion - this looks to target the crate motor industry, which is really the realm of high-end "rod shops" who build on
by bri3d 5y ago
The idea here is definitely not fleet conversion - this looks to target the crate motor industry, which is really the realm of high-end "rod shops" who build one-off vehicles for monied buyers (DIY enthusiasts, by and large, buy and build junkyard engines, not crate motors).
These vehicles already are generally built without an eye for safety or compliance with standards of any form, and very few are driven a significant number of miles after the conversion is complete, so I'm not sure this is a meaningful issue for this specific product.
- wolverine876 5y agoWhat is a crate motor (besides the obvious)?
- bri3d 5y agoPretty much the obvious - they are drop in engine swaps sold in a crate. These offer a somewhat straightforward way to upgrade a powertrain and often come with brand recognition (like the "Hellcrate"), certifications to a certain power level, pre-made engine control tuning, or sometimes even a warranty. However, in the internal combustion world, they generally represent a poor value compared to sourcing a used engine block and upgrading it with aftermarket parts. So they're by and large the domain of wealthy buyers who are usually paying a shop for a "build."