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So I can't (and won't) argue with Jake's policies or pricing. Hell, I helped publicize his acheivements and remain very impressed by them. So let's NOT DEBATE THEM here -- please take that to another thread.
In the meantime, though, I think $5,000 (carbs and ignition included?) seems a far more approachable number for a lot of people. I wouldn't expect to get anything but short-lived junk for $1,300 to $2,600 -- unless I was building it myself. So what are the possibilities at $5,000 to maybe $6,000? What kind of power, what kind of longevity? Could 120 or 130 hp be so hard to get with decent longevity? I ask it more as theory and as a business opportunity/service someone could provide the community with -- someone who is well-known as a good engine builder. The 2.0-liter (based on a 1.7) in my 1973 914 has not left the chassis since at least 1986 -- it ain't got much power, but it was obviously built right. Rather than specific answers, I am hoping to open up a direction of travel for Type IV owners on a real-world budget and (hopefully) a resource to fit that niche. Or am I alone? (running for cover) pete |
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No question that an NA Subie with a radiator in the engine compartment is a cheaper ticket to 150-170 hp. But this is NOT a $5,000 Type IV vs. Subie engines vs. $10,000 Type IV vs. $15,000 Type IV vs. Six Conversion vs. SBC thread
Giving up 20-40 horses to keep the original style of engine in the car seems a UT greasonable compromise. And surely one that can be accomplished for $5-6K -- a reasonable budget if not the generous one so many wish (but may never) have. This is a thread to get an idea of what can a 914 owner get done for $5K. So far, it seems two routes are emerging: 1. A top-end rebuild and "hottening" 2. A reasonably well done stocker with a little extra hp There's plenty of room to expand on both! Should I dump this thread and start one for each of the above? pete |
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