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Posted by: Cazz Jul 14 2019, 01:40 PM

I just bought a 914 that has been converted to a 914-6 with a 2.7 engine

Can the alternator be replaced with the engine in the car or do I need to drop it down/take the engine out

Posted by: mepstein Jul 14 2019, 01:50 PM

In the car is possible. There’s a thread or two. I think Clay wrote one.

Posted by: Retroracer Jul 14 2019, 02:16 PM

yes, should not need to drop the engine.

SOme dependency on what intake you are running - carbs are a little easier to get unbolted, injection systems can be more involved. Good luck!

- Tony

Posted by: Cairo94507 Jul 14 2019, 02:31 PM

It is do-able. It is a tight fit and a pain in the rear but you can do it. I did it on my last 6 about 30 years ago when I was young, flexible and willing. Today, I would have someone else do it for me. I just can't bend like that anymore. Now I sweat tying my shoes.....

Posted by: IronHillRestorations Jul 14 2019, 02:40 PM

If you also need to do a valve adjustment, I'd probably drop the engine. To leave the engine in the car you have to take off the induction and fan shroud, which can be as much of a hassle as just dropping the engine.

Posted by: Luke M Jul 14 2019, 05:18 PM

Like Perry just said... It's easier to drop the engine and do it. While there do the valve adjustment. It's way easier then in the car. I can drop my 6 engine by myself in 45 minutes to an hour. Once on the ground the fan housing/alt can be removed in 15 mins. I bet in that 1.5 hour time frame you will still be working away and swearing up a storm.

Here's a few link to view :

http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=10187

http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=8098

Posted by: porschetub Jul 15 2019, 05:37 PM

Yep,will drive you nuts but it can be done,make sure you re-torque the fan strap to factory specs as it easy to overtighten it and your fan will touch the housing ...ask me how I know,also make sure you have a good ground strap altenator to crankcase as this is important,good luck.

Posted by: cdn914 Jul 15 2019, 06:33 PM

Easier to do a thorough job by dropping the engine. You likely will regret trying it with the engine in the car.

Posted by: PanelBilly Jul 15 2019, 08:18 PM

Done it several times. Wouldn’t try unless you have a hole in the firewall to access the front.