914-6 conversion?, Build? Options

[hyespeed]

I want to have a 6 swap done and wanted to know what kind of pricing or is there someone in California to call and get an idea of what it will take?

[Larmo63]

I always wanted a 914-6. My /4 spun a bearing right before the Route 66 event in April of this year, so I had to make a decision; rebuild the four, or build a 2.0 /6 I got about a year ago for next to nothing? I decided to go for it and build the six to as high a standard as possible. I've always loved the sound of the early (mine is a '69) engines. While not the MOST powerful of them, they do have advantages. The 2.0 is quite a bit lighter weight and has no real immediate need for a front oil cooler. A 901 transmission easily works with it too. My costs in a total build of the motor, doing the engine mount, headers, oil tank and lines, etc., are around $16K. There will be a few more tricks to it also. I'm estimating 180+ HP. (don't laugh)

I think that answers your question, but you have to find your own engine deal like I did.