I have an EJ Van that I'm starting to program some work to get it in order. It has previously been modded to fit a 149 Red and I want to get some opinions on how I should work it mechanically.

I'm over speed but I intend on being able to take it around Australia, so I want reliability and efficiency (economy would be good but not a necessity). I've checked a few bits and bobs on the QLD Ej-Eh forum and found that the Grey motor has fibre timing gears which have a tendency to strip and a 4 bearing crank. Most of my limited mechanical knowledge is on Reds and not the grey motor so I'm chasing the opinions of people who know more than I do.

I've also heard that the Grey powered EJ van is a site that isn't seen anymore so it might be worth putting a grey in it for "something different".

I'm happy to mod it back to accept a grey but I want to get the pros and cons of Grey Vs Red to help me make a decision.

Also, is it worth putting gas on the smaller 6's or not worth the effort.

Finally, because I don't know much about the grey motors, is there any light reading that will help me figure them out and compare them to the red?

Thanks for your opinions in advance. I hope I chose the right board.

Have a Good one.