First Porsche, trannys Options

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Just posted this on Flat-6.net:

Well, here we go. I just bought my Pop's old 1970 914 today. It needs a lot of work, but it should be a really fun project car. I was looking at older miatas, but you can get a lot more bang for your buck with a 914.... and it's way cooler. Anyways, to the point; My 914 has a blown tranny. I want to at least convert it to a later side shifter, but a beefier 901 or 915 isn't out of the question, since I will be building a BUILT motor based on a 2.0 case pretty soon. However, I don't really know completely what is involved in converting to either one(side shifter included). Any info to help this ignorant kid would be greatly appreciated.

I also forgot to ask if the 901 is only a 4 speed. Otherwise, I'm excited about my new undertaking, but a little nervous as well...... I don't get out much, so we'll see. I'll keep you posted on my progress if anyone cares. Thax
Mark D.

[GeorgeRud]

Look for a sideshifter 914 transmission from a 1973 on 914, and get all the linkage parts. These do come up on EBay and this site often enough. It makes a difference.

Shop carefully, or your project can end up costing much more than you might think. These parts are starting to get rare, old, and often worn out if used.

Porsche doesn't seem to care to stock parts anymore, though sometimes you get lucky.

Enjoy the project, this hobby has kept us going for the last 36 years or so. My one car has been in my care for the last 29 years, and my other one has been my project for the last 13. There's always something that can be improved.