Bus engine vs 914 engine Options

[daveward]

For the record, it seems odd that "bus" returns no search results...especially since I was just reading a 'friendly' debate on the merits of using bus heads.

Anyway, on to the question: I will likely end up with two engines needing rebuilds. Which would be the best to start with...assuming the end result will be a torquey, street 2-2.2 liters for a near-stock 914.

1. Bone tired, bone stock '74 1.8, from a 914
2. Bone stock, said to be rebuilt once, '79 2. 0 "GE" engine from a bus

Thanks for your help. Dave

[Bleyseng]

For the record, it seems odd that "bus" returns no search results...especially since I was just reading a 'friendly' debate on the merits of using bus heads.

Anyway, on to the question: I will likely end up with two engines needing rebuilds. Which would be the best to start with...assuming the end result will be a torquey, street 2-2.2 liters for a near-stock 914.

1. Bone tired, bone stock '74 1.8, from a 914
2. Bone stock, said to be rebuilt once, '79 2. 0 "GE" engine from a bus

Thanks for your help. Dave

use the 1.8l case and heads for the rebuild. Use the 71mm crank and rods for the rebuild sooo...you can build a 2056 motor using these parts after they are properly reconditioned.

The 1.8l heads are a good start with decent valve sizes 41x34

What are you using for induction? Duals carb, Ljet FI??

Get your cam/lifters from Jake Raby or heck buy a engine kit from him instead of buying the wrong parts elsewhere.