Wanting a bit more power out of the 1.7.. options? Options

[Bill Meyer]

I'm new to the 914 world and coming from the 911 side the only thing I miss is the power. Otherwise, I actually prefer the new 914 to my Bahama Yellow 67 911S.

Anyway, it's a 73 1.7 that's been recently rebuilt, the only change being a Webcam and Hydraulic lifters, no idea of specs on the cam though.

What about a bigger bore kit on my 1.7. How big can you go on these cases, and will the FI and stock heads starve it for power? I'm not looking for a race motor, just something that scoots around nicely, say 100-125HP.

Whatever I do I absolutely want to retain Fuel injection. That being said, is my best option a later 2.0, and if so, how much reliable HP can be done with FI?

Thanks for any advice,
Bill

oh, and here's a pic of the new girl.

[914werke]

Ok Ill chime in, The 1.7 in good tune is a zippy little motor but does lack the grunt. I built a 1911 and is currently in my Sunflower yeller 73.
Its got 2.0 heads and exhaust as well as 2.0 induction and FI off a 74.
Never knew what the cam was but its pretty danm strong. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/w00t.gif)
The Stock 2.0 does have torque on it though, and the McMark/Raby 2056 with ceramics sitting on my bench will prolly kick its pants (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif)
That is if I dont sell it to pay for this coming holiday season (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif)

Bill you should call me (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif)