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Unread 11-01-2012, 01:07
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Re: v8 engine allowed?

So we were able to find one of these V8 pitching machines at the local junk yard. We did make use of the seat motor voucher. We removed the old V8 500hp high output engine and figured with a couple of modifications we are able to run this unit with the new BBgear box. The BBv8-6-550 1:4000 ratio takes (6) 550BB motors to one 2" shaft output. We ordered one right away, it should be here in two days. They still have a few instock but they are likely to be out of stock quickly when this secret hits the streets. Just wondering if anyone else was able to get another one at their local junk yard?

Our total weight is still 40lbs under the allowable 1200lbs. so we should be great!

Lonnie

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