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Old 06-14-2012, 02:27 PM   #10 (permalink)
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I would think about using the aluminum engine in the following manner:

Keep engine aluminum for less rolling mass
Use active radiator block to help maintain heat loss
Use engine underbody panel for same reason

Side affect of above, you get a lower Cd to boot.

Jim.
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