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Posted by: ConeDodger Jul 7 2012, 06:03 PM

I have a chance to buy and install a motor I have always wanted at a price I can't turn down. Because of that, this motor is available. This motor is one of only 4 Raby 2432 TypeIV motors in existence and the only one he let out the door as a kit. I thank Jake for trusting me with it.

The build is well documented in the attached link to the thread. It's your chance to have a turn-key 225 HP motor with more than 200 ft/lbs of torque. The motor has less than 300 miles on it, and comes complete. Meaning everything except the gauges that are attached to the motor come with it. Because of the thread, you get to see exactly how it is installed. And, there is no wait. As soon as your check clears, we can make arrangements to get it out of mine and into yours.

http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=117396&hl=Just+another+Damned+project+thread

Reach in and turn the key tame, yet just as wild as you can get in a TypeIV.

$13K OBO plus shipping.


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Posted by: URY914 Jul 7 2012, 07:21 PM

SWEET!!!

Posted by: ottox914 Jul 7 2012, 07:32 PM

WOW. If only there wasn't a "1" in front of the "3" I might have a chance. Seems an awesome motor for anyone.

Dare I ask what could be awesomer that you are now going to be installing?

Posted by: ww914 Jul 8 2012, 08:04 AM

Geez Rob, what could be nicer than that motor? Must be a 3.2?

Posted by: Jake Raby Jul 8 2012, 06:51 PM

Rob,
You are selling it way too cheap. Post it for sale on my forums where it will be appreciated.

Posted by: ww914 Jul 9 2012, 07:31 PM

Hey Rob, what is your link to the new engine. It was here, but apparently got wiped out when someone cleaned house.

Posted by: ConeDodger Jul 9 2012, 10:13 PM

There was never a link to it Warren... I am keeping it pretty much secret until I unveil it in the Another Damned Project Thread...

Posted by: ottox914 Jul 10 2012, 07:26 AM

I'm betting on a 3 cyl water pumper from a Geo metro turbo boosted to 30psi...

Posted by: ConeDodger Jul 10 2012, 07:30 AM

Right on the money David. So far in testing though, the BOV just keeps blowing off... We've had to walk back and find it on the road several times!

Posted by: sean_v8_914 Jul 10 2012, 08:32 AM

what a fine machine!

Posted by: laflaur Jul 10 2012, 08:38 PM

I'm guessing a polo 4 cylinder....

Posted by: ConeDodger Jul 10 2012, 10:28 PM

You're wrong John... I can't afford that.

Posted by: laflaur Jul 11 2012, 06:00 PM

2.7 rs spec ?

Posted by: ConeDodger Jul 11 2012, 09:07 PM

Bigger.

Posted by: JmuRiz Jul 12 2012, 11:31 AM

Andy-like 3.6?
Either way, must be something cool to make you give up that hot-rod type4

Posted by: Rand Jul 12 2012, 12:00 PM

Paul pushed you over the edge?

Posted by: FourBlades Jul 12 2012, 12:27 PM

Supercharged Merlin...

Might need to cut the rear bumper a little to fit it in.

Sounds like an exciting project is starting.

John

Posted by: ConeDodger Jul 12 2012, 08:00 PM

Paul is certainly persuasive...

Posted by: sean_v8_914 Jul 13 2012, 02:54 AM

twin plug?

Posted by: ConeDodger Jul 14 2012, 12:07 PM

Twin plug? That's a little personal!

Posted by: kg6dxn Jul 14 2012, 01:09 PM

What would i do with my radiator if I bought this engine?


Oh well, it's out of my budget right now anyway...

BTW, I've see it run and drive... It's a fast SOB!

Posted by: sixnotfour Jul 14 2012, 01:42 PM

Type 4 Sale

Posted by: sean_v8_914 Jul 16 2012, 08:44 AM

personal, maybe but that's not a NO.

Posted by: ConeDodger Jul 20 2012, 06:10 AM

Thanks Mike! I think you could probably get some scrap value for that radiator...

Posted by: kg6dxn Jul 27 2012, 11:20 PM

for Mr. Sime

Still for sale?

Posted by: ConeDodger Jul 28 2012, 12:18 PM

Still for sale. There is some background wheeling and dealing going on... Remember, I said best offer so don't be afraid to make an offer. Even open to partial tradeage...

Posted by: hydroliftin Jul 28 2012, 03:59 PM

Well I guess this settles the 6 vs. 4 debate as far as ConeDodger is concerned.

Posted by: ConeDodger Jul 29 2012, 07:46 AM

Not really Peter... I don't believe there is a debate. Both engines have their own traits that make them good for one thing or another. There is nothing like the feeling of a light nimble Type IV on an autocross course in a properly set up car. Even a stock 2.0 with a good driver will beat a 6... Heck, this motor has beaten GT3's and 911 Turbo's in it's second and last autocross.
This motor is as close to my goal as a Type IV can get. It is tame and has manners in traffic but hit the loud peddle and all hell breaks loose. With this fuel injection, you can quite literally reach in, put it in neutral and turn the key to start it. In a stock bodied car, it has approached the magical 10 HP:Weight ratio with an 8.9. I literally had to flare the car because this much power and torque overwhelmed 30 years of autocross experience. with 16X6 Fuchs shod with Victoracers I was all over the place...
I want very much for my wife to learn to drive and autocross this car. For that to happen, she has to not be afraid of it. I doubt any of you guys would be intimidated by this snarling little bitch of a motor. She hangs on for dear life just going for a ride! I am looking for that magical 10 HP:Weight ratio, with heat and street manners. That will build her confidence. I am still a very big fan of the Type IV motor...

Posted by: Randal Aug 18 2012, 12:16 PM

Ah, I was going to put a seat back in my car and offer her a ride.

Posted by: sixnotfour Aug 18 2012, 04:28 PM

OH, blame it on the Wife...

Posted by: ConeDodger Aug 20 2012, 06:13 PM

Posted by: hot_shoe914 Aug 20 2012, 07:41 PM

Sure wish I had something to trade. Hell, I'm all tapped out after buying Betsy, even though that motor would be nice in her.

Posted by: adiokyro Jun 4 2013, 04:25 PM

so still for sale?