Differences in heat exchangers?, 1.7 vs 2.0 Options

[BillC]

What is the difference between the heat exchangers for a '73 1.7 engine and a '73 2.0 engine? Will 2.0 heat exchangers fit on a 1.7?

My "new" car (a '73 1.7) did not come with heat exchangers or any of the associated parts. So, I ordered the full kit from AutoAtlanta, since it looked like the most cost-effective way to get all the parts I need. Of course, they jacked up the price after I ordered it, and then charged me the new price (need to call them about that).

Most of the parts were delivered this afternoon. The package included 2.0 heat exchangers and it looks like they're having a 2.0 muffler drop-shipped to me. The package also included two different muffler brackets, it looks like one for a 1.7 and one for a 2.0.

Will these parts fit on a 1.7? If they do fit, will they work properly on a 1.7, and not cause problems down the road? I want to make sure these won't cause a lean condition or other problem caused by having an exhaust meant for a larger engine.

[NyDrew]

Bill,

There was no stunt or malintent with this order. It really was just a computer glitch when talking about the pricing issue. You can see on your invoice how the kits cost was $1970.00, but when the kit was expanded it listed the list prices of the items instead of the kit prices. I'm assuming it was based on the timing from when the order was placed and the kit pricing was updated, given they were within the same day. I've already brought up the issues with our IT department and Accounting.

I'm incredibly sorry for this! Our accountant has already given you the credit back and it should hit your account within the next few business days, if not sooner. I've also put in the exchange replacement order already and will be including the call tag for the incorrect item.

The good thing to come from this is that you can see the massive savings our kit supplies vs the list price of all the items separately! The 2.0 heat exchangers are also a slight upgrade in power over the 1.7/1.8 so it will be a win win.


If there is anything else you need feel free to contact us and we will take care of it.

Drew,
Auto Atlanta Sales