2001-2004 Lola B01/60 (MG EX257)

Image copyright and courtesy Bob Chapman @ Autosport Image and Michael J. Fuller
Text copyright Michael J. Fuller

Petit Le Mans 2003 saw the introduction of a Judd powered Lola B01/60.  The 2.0 liter AER/MG 4-cylinder turbo engine was replaced with a 3.4 liter normally aspirated Judd V8.  Both engines are similar in power and torque characteristics with the Judd getting the nod for simplicity of installation and maintenance and reliability of ancillaries.  The engine change required most of the mechanicals past the monocoque to be modified with a new bell-housing and rear frame structure being some of the more obvious differences.
Lola-Judd with the 3.4 liter V8.
Dyson Racing Lola-MG with the 2.0 liter turbo I4.
Petit Le Mans 2004The Judd's engine inlet has moved from a position just over the driver's head (between the supports for the primary roll over structure) to a position over the driver's left shoulder.  Also note the very odd inlet shape as though the restrictor is missing a cover for the truncated form.

©Copyright 2003, Michael J. Fuller