Thoughts on putting a Chevy/GMC late model 4.3L or 3.6L engine in 914, 4 |
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Thoughts on putting a Chevy/GMC late model 4.3L or 3.6L engine in 914, 4 |
9144me2enjoy |
Sep 3 2019, 11:32 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 310 Joined: 19-June 18 From: Oregon Member No.: 22,240 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
What are your thoughts or problems to be expected on either putting a Aluminum 2014 Chevy 4.3L V6 LV3 engine (285hp/305 lb Torque) in a 914 using a 901 Transmission or a 2017 Aluminum GM 3.6L V6 LGZ engine (308hp/275 lb torque) in a 914 using a 901 transmission? I’ve checked with Kennedy they have the correct adapter kit for the engines to the 901 transmission. Both engines weigh 340-400 lbs. each. What draws my attention to these engines is the late model technology, weight, size, hp, torque.....I know the stock new E92 ECU would probably be a bear. I realize the 901 trans would have to have the upper gears addressed and beefier axles and cooling would have to be addressed. Thanks
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Andyrew |
Sep 4 2019, 07:50 PM
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Spooling.... Please wait Group: Members Posts: 13,376 Joined: 20-January 03 From: Riverbank, Ca Member No.: 172 Region Association: Northern California |
I for one am not convinced that the CG argument has any merit on the street. I've ridden in plenty 914s and some of the best handling ones have been v8s.
Suspension and tires play way more a part than 1,2 or even 300lbs in the middle of the car. On the track where 5% of 914s go and 5% of those in serious competition events, sure every little bit is huge... But for most every 914 owner building their "outlaw" it doesn't make a difference. What makes a difference is if their car is running for the next weekend or drive or show or race. |
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