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Engine Swaps, Which would you Pick? |
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Feb 21 2008, 03:53 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 254 Joined: 8-January 08 From: Bakersfield, Ca Member No.: 8,545 |
So guys what would you choose to swap into your 914? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif)
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PRS914-6 |
Feb 23 2008, 10:05 AM
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Excellence Magazine Project 914 3.6 Group: Retired Members Posts: 1,278 Joined: 20-May 06 From: Central California Member No.: 6,031 Region Association: None |
Like Andy I went with a 95 3.6. These are great engines that don't need to be pushed hard to deliver a fast ride. The 95 and earlier non-Vario-Ram engines are OBD-I electronics that do not require a re-flash to operate in our cars. Also, 95 has hydraulic lifters READ: No valve adjusting!. A re-flash for 96-up is about $1000.00 if you go that route and like Andy said the Vario Ram won't fit right anyway.
After going through the entire conversion process my recommendation would be as follows if you go the six route 1. Buy the cheapest engine you can find that's decent and rebuild before installation. 2. Get a 3.2 or a 3.6 with modern electronics. 3. Have a LARGE pocketbook and be patient. There is a lot more expenses for doing a six and it can easily spiral out of control if you are not careful. Is it worth it? I think so. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/w00t.gif) BTW, my car weighed 2200 with 1/2 tank of fuel, spare tire and two sacks of concrete on the drivers seat during corner balancing. No effort was made for lightening the car but it has fiberglass bumpers and early light weight doors. |
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