Serious: Is there too much engine ?, What's the best upgrades Options

[freestone]

As I contemplate the upgrade possibility from a 2.7rs, is it possible to put too much engine in a 914-6?

I don't want to drag race, or even do DE's in it, but I do want the best back country road driving car and one gets used to HP.

What type of engine would be the optimal if I put on 8" tires?

Is it possible to overdo it and end up with a less usable car?

Where is the sweet spot? Is that a lot different than a 2.7rs which I have gotten used to already - hence wanting more!

I would have this professionally done.

[Mueller]

I think I would be afraid to drive a 914 with a 3.6 (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wacko.gif) ...I think Steve is running some huge tires on his car, I've got 255's on 9" rims on my 3.6 911 and I have no problem getting them to break traction with a stomp of the gas pedal and my car easily weighs 500 to 700 pounds more than a 914.........I would think a stock 2.7 would be a blast in a 914.......

as for your brake issue, I've had good luck with pressure bleeding the brakes, not too sure if you still have the prop. valve or not, it might be worth getting a more modern replacement unit


for your shifting, make sure all of the bushings are in good condition, if your shifter itself is real loose/sloopy, the Rennshift is a great upgrade