1970 914 283 V8 Project, Tranny Options Options

[Gearup]

Good afternoon-
Hey guys. I was hoping to get some input from you guys. After a lengthy stoppage we are about to continue my V8 project. I have 95% of the parts and as of now the car has almost everything stripped from it but the dash which I got a new one from 914 rubber. We are about to start adding reinforcement to the chassis and steel flares. I have a Brad Mayuer rebuilt 901 transmission with Billie intermediate plate. We are estimating 320 HP, and still have work to do on the,linkage etc, have the upgraded shifter, but am wondering if i should pivot to a Boxter 6 speed and cable shifter.. I’m sure I could resell the 901 and the other parts (renegade heavy duty axles; etc). If I’m gonna pivot it needs to be at this point. Is the 2.5k increase worth the 6 speed and shifting qualities. Input appreciated

Lastlly, the car will be mainly for street use but I am building a car that might be used on the track. I have Boxster brakes etc., ground control coil overs etc. all these parts are either new or rebuilf and look new.

[Andyrew]

A billet intermediate 901 is pretty good. For the size of your engine and anticipated HP I would stick with that so long as its a fresh build that shifts nicely.

If you have an extra 4k you could go with the boxster S and associated conversion bits.

Yes this is similar to the Audi box. Note they are not the same. To be honest there isnt enough research on the Audi box to determine which exactly will work and hold the power correctly. I have my hunches but until its tested we dont know. The only Audi box that is known to be STRONG is the early S4 6 speed that is converted to 2wd and that is not any cheaper than the Boxster S trans.

[Gearup]

A billet intermediate 901 is pretty good. For the size of your engine and anticipated HP I would stick with that so long as its a fresh build that shifts nicely.

If you have an extra 4k you could go with the boxster S and associated conversion bits.

Yes this is similar to the Audi box. Note they are not the same. To be honest there isnt enough research on the Audi box to determine which exactly will work and hold the power correctly. I have my hunches but until its tested we dont know. The only Audi box that is known to be STRONG is the early S4 6 speed that is converted to 2wd and that is not any cheaper than the Boxster S trans.

The 901 is a rebuilt Brad Mayuer build so I am assuming it should be perfect based on his reputation:). If I were to sell that 901 to offset some of the cost what is it worth these days?