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Posted by: rsrguy3 May 12 2010, 09:40 PM

Is there a list of alternative internals(non-vw) for our rebuilds that would make our re-builds cheaper and stronger, Example... Chevy rods. Consider this a tips and tricks thread, as well. Also, I don't have good experiences w/the forum search, so please place as many links as you can dig up, here.

Posted by: kg6dxn May 12 2010, 10:30 PM

I got 2 squirrles, a penguin and a raoch stuffed in there. You should hear that motor scream...

Posted by: DanT May 12 2010, 10:37 PM

KB 96mm Hyperutectic Aluminum pistons, stock Mahle cylinders machined to 96mms and Raby 9550 cam...the rest was stock and worked well together


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Posted by: Vacca Rabite May 13 2010, 08:38 AM

I used the same pistons and cylinders for my 2056.

I am also using ceramic lifters instead of steel (NLA, but great if you can find them).

My engine is carbed, so I have more choice in dizzys. I am using a Mallory Unilite, and a Bosch Blue coil.

Zach

Posted by: blitZ May 13 2010, 09:34 AM

You can't penguin a 914...

I have the same setup as DanT, works like a charm.

Posted by: warrenoliver May 13 2010, 09:46 AM

Dan,

Did you dyno your engine after these improvements? I am wondering what kind of HP increase I can expect if I go this route with my 2.0.

I am not ready to go all in on a Raby 2270 but I sure would like to - I just can't afford it right now. What kind of HP increase over stock 73, 2.0, with FI, could I expect with new pistons/cylinders and a Raby cam?

Anyone have any idea on cost for this type of "improvement"?

Warrenoliver

Posted by: McMark May 13 2010, 09:52 AM

2056 motor are a blast compared to any stock motor.

Posted by: Cevan May 13 2010, 09:53 AM

My 2056 consists of Kieth Black pistons, AA cylinders, Hastings rings, Raby 9050 cam and valvetrain, 1.7 rockers with swivel adjusters, 2.0 heads, Manton pushrods, stock crank, H-beam connecting rods.

Posted by: RobW May 13 2010, 10:15 AM

Those are some nice engines!

With regards to HP, 95 to 115, or 95 to 125, especially with some suspension improvements and weight reduction makes a big difference...

Posted by: rsrguy3 May 13 2010, 10:33 AM

So, which Chevy rods are used? And what about the Buick crank? Loving the pics guys keep it up.

Posted by: TROJANMAN May 13 2010, 10:39 AM

The most popular conversions are :
Porsche 6's, Chevy 8's, Suby 4's

Here's my 2.7



http://z8.invisionfree.com/ClubNARP/index.php?showtopic=1918

Posted by: xperu May 13 2010, 10:50 AM

Hey george, what type and model are you using for that nice power plant? Mike

Posted by: 70_914 May 13 2010, 11:08 AM

A lot of performance VW's use SBC valve springs after a lot of machine shop time, but all the other parts are specific for the engine. There are a lot of counterweighted cranks machined for SBC rod journals, but not SBC rods.

Posted by: tat2dphreak May 13 2010, 12:59 PM

9.5:1 CR + 10# flywheel=hang on

I am running AA piston cylinders, webcam 163, dual spring valves, stock 2.0 crank and rods, 911 adjusters.

you would not believe what shaving 7 lbs off the flywheel does...

Posted by: rsrguy3 May 13 2010, 09:35 PM

Just for clarity..... I'm talking about the type 4 motor and it's internals.

Posted by: rsrguy3 May 13 2010, 09:42 PM

So, your saying no Chev con's, just journals? The reasoning behind this? How about the Buick crank? Is there a con rod made for a different motor, like a v8 motor that dimensionally similar/stroke (you know get 8 for 4)?

Posted by: azbill May 13 2010, 11:39 PM

I am running a 2056 with Keith Black pistons, Len Hoffman heads, Raby cam, stock crank and rods, Jennvey 45mm throttle bodies, Emerald M3D FI management, SS heat exchangers and Triad exhaust. The set-up dynoed 150hp at the wheels. Its great.

Bill