[T3] Engine number

["Brad Mularcik" <BnPWOODtype3@att.net>]

<x-flowed>I once needed a part for my type3 engine, and was not able to find the 
engine number.  In the process of beginning my rebuild, I have found my 
number.  I was hoping someone could tell me more about my engine, with the 
number

My engine number is T0217069.

   I also am confused about the source for the concern regarding the 
ability for the type 3 engine to be cooled well in my dune buggy (manx 
style).  There is NO engine compartment to contain the heat, and restrict 
air flow.  The only type of body panels anywhere near the engine is a 
fiberglass rear deck that sits about a foot above the engine.  The engine is 
free of obstruction on both sides, behind, and in front (on the sides).  The 
back seat is a shelf that is above the transaxle.  The exhaust is dual 
megaphone headers, with no heat exchangers.  I do not want to dispute of 
ignore the experience of this group, but the specifics of my application may 
not have been understood.  The engine has been in the car for a long time, 
and in the 3 years that I have owned it, has shown no cooling issues.  Also, 
it is a dune buggy, but it will likely never see much of any off road use. 
It certainly will not see any sand dunes, as those are just not too common 
here in Ohio.  For me, it is a poor man's convertable that allows me to 
relive my childhood, as my father had such a buggy.

Thanks,
Brad Mularcik 

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