How much different is the handling?, of a v8 conversion to a standard 914-4 |
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How much different is the handling?, of a v8 conversion to a standard 914-4 |
turnaround89 |
Nov 17 2009, 01:16 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 671 Joined: 17-May 08 From: Rockford, Illinois Member No.: 9,067 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
i have been searching all night, and can't seem to come up with how much different the car will handle with the added weight etc etc...Thinking of doing a v8 conversion but if the handling of the car diminishes greatly, i won't really want to do it. Anyone want to share some info?
I know how well my 914-4 handles, but what will change with the v8? |
rick 918-S |
Nov 17 2009, 08:27 AM
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Hey nice rack! -Celette Group: Members Posts: 20,495 Joined: 30-December 02 From: Now in Superior WI Member No.: 43 Region Association: Northstar Region |
The V8 will add weight to the car. And in the wrong place. It puts the roll center higher in the car. Yes it changes the handling alot. Once you add weight high in the car, add power and torque every part of the car changes. You need to add more tire for the added torque of the engine. Then the transaxle will become an issue with gearing. The 901 is not geared properly for a V8. And if you add enough torque it becomes a weak link. When you increase your tires contact patch and the tire and wheels weight of inertia, your brakes have more resistance. This means brake up grades. Lots of changes. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/assimilate.gif)
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