Parts for 2056, Where to source parts Options

[sjhenry1075]

Hey everyone,

I'm in the process of sourcing parts for my 2056 build. I was able to find 2.0 heads that will be rebuilt by a local machine shop, and I found a set of very nice 40 IDF Weber carbs. I'll also be using my 1.7 case.

My question is this: for the engine internals, where can I find these parts? I did see on the Fat Rimco website that they sell a short block kit for $2650 that includes the following:
FAT Camshaft FC 442 Camshaft / FC 440 If Smog
71mm Type 4 Crankshaft
2.0 Connecting Rods - Rebuilt
96mm Forged Pistons & Cylinders - Keith Black
WEB Lifters
Front Oil Seal
Rear Main Seal
Gasket Set - German
Engine Hardware Kit - Nuts & Bolts
Main Bearings - Silverline
Rod Bearings - Mahle
HD Double Thrust Cam Bearings (2 Sets of STD)

What does everyone think about the price? I know some would not refer Fat Rimco for an engine build, but they will just supply the parts, not doing the actual build.

Thoughts?

[mepstein]

Billy Ring
Performance auto works
Kerneysville WV

I was just there yesterday dropping off 3.6 parts (engine case work, heads, crank and rods) and picking up two sets of 911 heads.
He's around the corner from Summit Racetrack. Honest guy, No BS. Reasonable prices for high quality work. Our shop has been taking parts to him for years.

[BeatNavy]

Billy Ring
Performance auto works
Kerneysville WV

I was just there yesterday dropping off 3.6 parts (engine case work, heads, crank and rods) and picking up two sets of 911 heads.
He's around the corner from Summit Racetrack. Honest guy, No BS. Reasonable prices for high quality work. Our shop has been taking parts to him for years.

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) He did all my machine work (except Tabarri Andrade doing rocker arms) on my 2056. He's definitely a no BS guy, and he knows air-cooled Porsches.

Steve, what are your goals for the build? It looks like you're definitely going carbs rather than FI, but what else? Performance, CR, longevity, etc. Some of that may impact some of your purchase decisions.

[sjhenry1075]

Billy Ring
Performance auto works
Kerneysville WV

I was just there yesterday dropping off 3.6 parts (engine case work, heads, crank and rods) and picking up two sets of 911 heads.
He's around the corner from Summit Racetrack. Honest guy, No BS. Reasonable prices for high quality work. Our shop has been taking parts to him for years.

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) He did all my machine work (except Tabarri Andrade doing rocker arms) on my 2056. He's definitely a no BS guy, and he knows air-cooled Porsches.

Steve, what are your goals for the build? It looks like you're definitely going carbs rather than FI, but what else? Performance, CR, longevity, etc. Some of that may impact some of your purchase decisions.

You're right, going carbs over FI. I'm looking for more zip. As you know, I'm a bigger guy, so I need some more power to get me around. I won't be racing the car, just looking for something that will get me places quickly, but also is reliable. At the same time, I don't want to push into the area where I'll need to upgrade the brakes and suspension. I believe a spirited 2056 would be in that area.

In regards to CR, honestly I don't know. I'd like to speak with an engine builder who can explain CR, and why I need to "shoot" for a specific number? I'm guessing the higher the CR, there's more heat so reliability becomes an issue. So what is a good mark to shoot for, 8.1.. 8.5..?