Wow! You really did your homework Jamie. So if I go with the Raylar 550 then I can get some fat chicks on my boat

Any computer geeks out there that can make a Sb/Bb comparison simulation program on the Cig20'? Even though Cigarette used smallblocks in the day - they did not have a lot of hp than what some owners are using today. Just something else to add to the equation. So we will have to weigh the pros and the cons - great input though

I always do my homework ..

And yes, you can put fatties on there if you so choose.., it is your boat.. lol

Jamie

This weekend I did a dry fit of the V-10 in the 20. I did have to do some minor mods to get it in but it fits! The Ilmor is about 2 inches longer than a traditional V-8. Basically we mounted the inner transom plate and dropped the motor in, mounted the bell housing to the inner plate and then dropped the motor level. I was presently surprised that it went in. I was very worried it was going to be a major problem. Here are some pics...

couple more pics...

Very nice!!! I think its cool to see a V-10 in a 20 Cig.

Thanks Paul! I think it should go pretty good. The Ilmor has an aluminum block and is about 200lbs lighter than a big block.

Ktron nice, can't wait to see that thing run...Keep up the good work..

That's really nice !!! - will the stock cig hatch cover the
Ilmor ? you must be sooooo amped up, great resto!

Interesting project, keep the pictures coming as you continue to work on it.