I can't tell for sure, since you didn't include some of the original
post,
but I think the 600 pounds was a ballpark figure, if the OP had used a
V-8,
the full auto transmission, and another drive unit to take the prop
loads,
as he suggested he would.

Don't get me wrong; I am an auto drive fan. (or supporter, at least)
g
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Jim in NC



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Jim is correct there, It would weigh in at a ton....g