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changing/repairing sixes, I shouldn't even think about it... |
MiddleMan |
Sep 29 2010, 03:50 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 12 Joined: 17-September 10 From: NorCal Member No.: 12,186 Region Association: Northern California |
Okay, so there is a 914/6 listed just down the road from me (craigslist), and in fact I see it's also been listed here (914/6).
The seller described it's non-running state as being caused by a broken piston. Some questions: - I've read a lot of negative things about the 2.7 motor, so I presume that it would be pretty expensive and somewhat risky to attempt a rebuild? - since it's already converted to run a 6, how straightforward would it be to drop in a 6 of a different vintage (i.e., a 3.0)? - In your opinion ( (IMG:style_emoticons/default/stirthepot.gif) ), what is a more realistic value for this car? Thanks. |
Mark Henry |
Sep 29 2010, 04:03 PM
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that's what I do! Group: Members Posts: 20,065 Joined: 27-December 02 From: Port Hope, Ontario Member No.: 26 Region Association: Canada |
Would need better pictures, it's not a real /6 . How was the conversion done? Quick six bar and a 911 tank hacked in or does it have the correct parts and tank? Big difference.
I has no front cooler, 4-lug wheels and stock brakes. Project car for sure. 2.7 can be done nice, but broke piston means a full rebuild, expensive. 3.0 is different flywheel and clutch, so a bit more involved than just dropping one in. You really should have a PPI done before jumping in. |
MiddleMan |
Sep 29 2010, 04:08 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 12 Joined: 17-September 10 From: NorCal Member No.: 12,186 Region Association: Northern California |
Thanks. Yes, forgot to mention that seller states the conversion was done ~5 years ago. Presumably not by him as he seems to turn over a lot of cars.
Don't know about the tank or other parts. Some extra pics... |
pete-stevers |
Sep 29 2010, 04:36 PM
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saved from fire! Group: Members Posts: 2,642 Joined: 10-October 04 From: Abbotsford,BC, Canada Member No.: 2,914 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
looks good to me, check the engine attachement ...better if it has a welded mount
and go for a 3.0. |
Eric_Shea |
Sep 29 2010, 04:46 PM
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PMB Performance Group: Admin Posts: 19,278 Joined: 3-September 03 From: Salt Lake City, UT Member No.: 1,110 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
Do what you want to it. Perfect car to play with. Looks like a factory-ish tank ($800). 2.7 can be just fine if built properly. I saw this and it seemed like the sum of the parts is greater than the asking price (unless it's a rotten tub). Hard to go wrong.
Agree with Mark though... have someone take a look. I nominate... hmmmmmmm, thinking... |
Britain Smith |
Sep 29 2010, 05:03 PM
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Nano Member Group: Members Posts: 2,354 Joined: 27-February 03 From: Hillsboro, OR Member No.: 364 |
Hint Hint...I have a 2.7L Engine for sale that would slide right in there and give you miles of smiles (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
-Britain |
tradisrad |
Sep 29 2010, 05:24 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 985 Joined: 11-September 06 From: San Mateo, CA Member No.: 6,815 Region Association: Northern California |
This is Dereck's car in Palo Alto. I've seen it, but did not take a through look. As I recall the body was in good shape and I did not see any major rust, but I did not look at the longs. He did not do the conversion himself and it did run for him at one time. I also think the engine had a quick 6 bar. Not the cleanest conversion.
If you dont work on cars you may want to find one that is sorted out. I have dealt with Dereck on several occasions and I think he is a stand up kind of guy and would not intentionaly screw someone. |
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