Thoughts on small block V8 to Subaru or other., Driving impressions |
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Thoughts on small block V8 to Subaru or other., Driving impressions |
matthepcat |
Apr 6 2011, 11:01 AM
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Meat Popsicle Group: Members Posts: 1,462 Joined: 13-December 09 From: Saratoga CA Member No.: 11,125 Region Association: Northern California |
Hello to all you engine conversion folks!
I am starting to plan out the next phase of life for my small block V8 75' 914. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/img695.imageshack.us-11125-1302109310.1.jpg) As much as I enjoy driving the raw torque monster 355 small block, I am starting to crave the drive-ability & performance of a modern power train. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif) I am looking to get peoples impressions, who moved from the small block to a subaru engine, or other. (I know there may not be alot of you out there). Specifically I am interested in how your driving experience has changed, and any thoughts on what you would have done differently. A modern aluminum V8 with possibly an Audi trans is still a possibility, but I am liking the idea of a lighter platform. Thanx ahead of time for your thoughts! Cheers, (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer.gif) Matt |
914_classic |
Apr 8 2011, 11:05 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 12 Joined: 2-April 11 From: West Michigan Member No.: 12,887 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
I have not ridden or driven anything other than stock 914's and I tend to be a bit of a purist, but I think sorting your current setup to fit the rest of the car sounds like a pretty sound idea. Although there is a side of my that screams "stick a vw R32 Vr6 in it!" With all my experience with vw's and all the other vw people I know, the Vr6 has been the best. I know several people with Vr6's over 250k miles and no problems. Its all about maintainance. The R32 engine Has gobs of torque and great H.P. and TONS of aftermarket options.
Cheers! |
Andyrew |
Apr 9 2011, 12:02 PM
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Spooling.... Please wait Group: Members Posts: 13,376 Joined: 20-January 03 From: Riverbank, Ca Member No.: 172 Region Association: Northern California |
I have not ridden or driven anything other than stock 914's and I tend to be a bit of a purist, but I think sorting your current setup to fit the rest of the car sounds like a pretty sound idea. Although there is a side of my that screams "stick a vw R32 Vr6 in it!" With all my experience with vw's and all the other vw people I know, the Vr6 has been the best. I know several people with Vr6's over 250k miles and no problems. Its all about maintainance. The R32 engine Has gobs of torque and great H.P. and TONS of aftermarket options. Cheers! The vr6 engine is typically to long and tall for the 914 engine bay, It will work but its just not the best platform. |
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