John Callicano's 1959 Bugeye Sprite with Chevy Vega 2.3L 4cyl Engine

John Callicano's 1959 Bugeye Sprite (Chevy Vega 2.3L Engine)

(as recorded by Dan Masters)

John reports that the engine has been re-bored 0.020" over and fitted with a Weber carburetor, an electric fuel pump, and a mild cam. It's mated to a Chevy 4 speed, with a Hurst close-ratio shifter. The Sprite is wearing Minilite style wheels, and features an all steel bonnet with custom l88 style bulge. The engine is rated 150hp at the rear wheels.




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