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914-6 vs. 914-4...Your opinion |
Joshporsche |
Oct 22 2004, 08:07 AM
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914 addiction Group: Members Posts: 47 Joined: 27-July 04 From: St. George, UT Member No.: 2,408 |
Hey guys! I'm sure this has been hashed out a million times here, but i was just wondering how it feels to have a powerful 914-6. I own a totaled 2.0 and it's stock. Wrecked it right after high school. (good tires are important!!!) Interesting enough-my friend owned a 1998 454 suburban and my 914 was exactly as fast as it all the way to 98 mph when the suburban's governor kicked in. Here's my question-how fast is a regular 914-6? What car (speed wise) does it compare to? I understand all 914-6's will be different-but i would like to know about yours. Let me know your thoughts!
Josh |
Brett W |
Oct 22 2004, 06:19 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,856 Joined: 17-September 03 From: huntsville, al Member No.: 1,169 Region Association: None |
OK so YOU scored a couple of engines, what do you do about the oil tank, new carbs, exhaust, motor mounts, clutch, , etc. Most other conversions cost substantually more. If you are doing a six conversion for 1000k please keep it up but don't expect me to recommend such a cheap swap to any of my customers. I do things right (usually not cheap) and not half way otherwise my customers can find someone else to do their work.
I could probably build a bottom end 140hp 2056 for 2500$ My 130hp four will run circle around your 130 hp six because of the wieght differential. I spent 3000$ to make the power out of my engine through some shitty stock HE. I don't build sixes, don't have a lot of interest in building sixes. I will probably get into the late water cooled motors because the have more potential, but that is another arguement. Cost P&Cs 4cyl. 550$ 6cyl 1600$ 2.0L Gaskets 50$ 289.99 Rings 60$ 85$ Camshafts 150$ 500$ea Valves 130$ 200$ Chain tensioners N/A 160 OIl hoses N/A A lot Oil pump 60$ 800$ HHHHMMMM don't see lots of value there. Now is the six inherently more durable, in most cases. Is the six more desireable, Yes in most cases. Is a six conversion worth as much as a real six with a better motor? No. Can they be done for the same money? NO. The 6 will always cost more up front. The four may not last as long but I can build 3 140hp fours for the price of one correct 6 conversion. Sammy is right. The six is a distinct upgrade for the 914. I always like a well done conversion, but not for me. I am interested in V8s and fours. I could get intersted in playing with a 10 or twelve though if I happened on one for cheap. These are my opinions, you have yours and the fellow that ask the original question needs to form his. |
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