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| NARP914 |
 Dec 14 2012, 04:30 PM
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Newbie  Group: Members Posts: 15 Joined: 18-March 08 From: Mission Viejo, CA Member No.: 8,826 Region Association: Southern California  |
So I found this pretty clean and I've been kicking the idea to do a conversion to a 6 or just get this running as is with a better motor. This is a '72 with 1.7L motor, found this in San Diego a few months ago and seems to have a bad cylinder, according to the previous owner. Finally got around to getting the brakes done and at the time I was just going to get it running. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif)
Since I've had plenty of time to think about this car, I was wondering if a 6 conversion might be something to consider. My question for all those out there that have done a conversion... how much of a pain is it to do one and are parts readily available to finish a 6 conversion? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welder.gif) Just like to get some feedback from all those out there that have gone down the path to the darkside. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif) Thanks in advance, Eddie  |
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| rjames |
Dec 15 2012, 12:41 AM
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I'm made of metal Group: Members Posts: 4,245 Joined: 24-July 05 From: Shoreline, WA Member No.: 4,467 Region Association: Pacific Northwest 
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QUOTE(NARP914 @ Dec 14 2012, 02:30 PM)  So I found this pretty clean and I've been kicking the idea to do a conversion to a 6 or just get this running as is with a better motor. This is a '72 with 1.7L motor, found this in San Diego a few months ago and seems to have a bad cylinder, according to the previous owner. Finally got around to getting the brakes done and at the time I was just going to get it running. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif) Since I've had plenty of time to think about this car, I was wondering if a 6 conversion might be something to consider. My question for all those out there that have done a conversion... how much of a pain is it to do one and are parts readily available to finish a 6 conversion? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welder.gif) Just like to get some feedback from all those out there that have gone down the path to the darkside. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif) Thanks in advance, Eddie If you're serious about the six and have money to burn, buy all the parts now and get it done. If it's going to take time, drop another 4 cyl engine in (decent running ones can be had for little money) and drive it while you're accumulating the parts. These cars are more fun on the street then when they are collecting dust on jack stands, regardless of engine size. Whatever you decide, it looks like you've got a nice starting point with that car! And please make sure those jack stands have pins, too. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) |
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NARP914 So...need some help to decide the fate of my '72 Dec 14 2012, 04:30 PM
nomore9one4 Nice ride..I never done a 6 conversion, but please... Dec 14 2012, 04:38 PM brant the 6 parts are all out there and all available.
t... Dec 14 2012, 04:45 PM Jeffs9146 I finished my 3.0L conversion in about 9 1/2 month... Dec 14 2012, 07:56 PM
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I finished my 3.0L conversion in about 9 1/2 mont... Dec 15 2012, 01:00 PM Jeffs9146
Thanks it has been fun as hell!!!... Dec 15 2012, 02:02 PM RobW How was NARP914 available as a name? Good grab... Dec 14 2012, 08:33 PM NARP914 Thanks for the information on doing a conversion. ... Dec 15 2012, 12:38 AM Gint You could get a used 2.0 or 2056 for a grand proba... Dec 15 2012, 01:22 PM GeorgeRud The -6 conversion is a lot of fun, and quite easy ... Dec 15 2012, 03:16 PM bugsy0 I went the big -4 route. 2270, lighter than a 6 an... Dec 16 2012, 03:17 AM jdlmodelt
I went the big -4 route. 2270, lighter than a 6 a... Dec 18 2012, 06:41 PM billh1963 Those jack stands are making me queasy! When I... Dec 18 2012, 07:46 AM nathansnathan It looks to be ready for wheels. :) It would be aw... Dec 18 2012, 08:36 AM IGTARD Drive a 6 Dec 18 2012, 09:02 AM Socalandy Having a driving 914 is not an issue for him. He b... Dec 18 2012, 12:22 PM NARP914 As mentioned before, this is a clean body car in e... Dec 18 2012, 04:52 PM jbyron Congrats on a nice car, Eddie. Good luck on the c... Dec 18 2012, 06:00 PM brant the patrick motorsports mount is superior to stock... Dec 18 2012, 07:03 PM |
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