since I am the guy building the V8 Mr2 I would like to state this...
It does not really matter what engine or car you work on. It is all about the fact that you are working on a car and trying to make it fast. I have built high hp 4age's since 1984. I got tired of that. saw a Northstar v8 and ran with it. why not. it has been one hell of a learning experiance. I love it!

Any time you guys are in arrington Va, stop by and say hi! V8, 4-bangers, hot hondas, duct taped street racers with glued on used spoilers... it dont matter... just say hi... or if you see me on Rt 29 heading to Charlottesville in my Blue Dodge Dakota with MR2OC plates or the black BMW 318ti M-Sport (va plates MR2TOWR) I use as a daily driver... just wave!