Seeking advice / opinions on engine . 1.8 ->? |
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Seeking advice / opinions on engine . 1.8 ->? |
bob's project |
Jun 19 2018, 09:46 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 41 Joined: 12-May 11 From: Victoria Member No.: 13,067 Region Association: None |
Hello All,
I am soliciting opinions on what route I should take this with a project. I have an all original 74 1.8l car. I had the opportunity last night or purchase a 1974 2.0l engine out of a car including all the injection, harness, ECU.... I now have many interesting options. 1) Convert my car to a stock 2.0l spec to the level it came that way from the factory. (Would this add value to my car?) 2) Upgrade my long block and run the original L-jet. (This is the discreet performance option) 3) Upgrade the 2.0 to something beyond original spec. (This could be really fun?) I am trying to navigate these these thoughts simultaneously? 1) I usually am always committed to keeping things 100% stock but a bit more HP over the 1.8 would be nice. Is 15hp enough? 2) If I am rebuilding an engine entirely is there a recipe for the defacto fun engine that is reliable and good performing? 3) I absolutely will run L or D jet. If anyone is willing to share their thoughts I would appreciate it. I am looking forward to the discussion and planning this next winter's project. I have never looked forward to cold, wet, dark west coast winters but this coming one will be fun. Thanks in advance! |
bob's project |
Jun 20 2018, 02:58 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 41 Joined: 12-May 11 From: Victoria Member No.: 13,067 Region Association: None |
Thanks everyone for your time replying.
I very much enjoy "wrenching" on my cars. I possibly value it the most over driving and collecting. The car that I have is a very original example. 55,000 original miles, 75% original paint and completely original everything else. The 1.8L runs likely as good as can be. I find that this complicates my decision making. As long as I don't make any irreversible changes I would feel okay with them. The 2.0L engine I am buying is physically complete but I would rebuild it entirely. I would like to keep the engine rebuild to $5k. I suspect that is sufficient. If someone wants an all original car I would consider trading as i would very much like to do a full resto. |
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