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> On the fence for doing a V8 Conversion, Sorry couln't find the past thread on $$
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post Nov 7 2004, 10:51 PM
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Brad, no specific year as I don't own a 914 yet.

Would probably be 73 or later because of sideshifter. Just doing some research at this point.

If the plenum could be rotated 180 degrees, would this work? Or, is the dizzy still in the way? I don't want to do any hacking when the time comes.

The sideways plenum sounds like a possible option. I think most of the lowrise aftermarket TPI setups were desigened for horsepower vs torque. Which I think would be more desireable in a SBC swap anyway.

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post Nov 7 2004, 10:55 PM
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I like the whole idea of an electric pump. Consistant flow of water not changed by throttle input. Which pump did you use from Dedenbear ?


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post Nov 7 2004, 10:57 PM
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Walt,

I meant what year TPI engine.... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) Yep.. cant flip the intake unless you plan on running a MSD blower style dizzy (which is possible)


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post Nov 7 2004, 11:08 PM
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Brad,

Not even sure of year engine I would use. Probably later Speed Density type to avoid MAF, and the extra cold start valve(injector). I think you can buy a 4 wire harness (easy) for the speed density type.

Wouldn't the 95 present problems with it being a GEN 2 SBC. Such as cam driven waterpump, or are there remote solutions for the GEN 2?

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post Nov 7 2004, 11:11 PM
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I havent seen a remote setup for GenII. I have always wondered if the cam driven waterpump could be left in place IF you removed the engine shelf in front of the motor.

Thinking back.. a 89 or so engine would probably work better.

Oh ..hell skip all that crap and do the LS1 engine.. ha ha


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post Nov 7 2004, 11:18 PM
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A LS1 will fit with the throttle body facing to the front with only slight mods to the firewall. The stock water pump will work also. The pictures are of a rust car I had and cut up to use for making the engine mounts. The pix's are with the engine mounted the same as a small block chevy would be 1.25" to the rear.


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post Nov 7 2004, 11:19 PM
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post Nov 7 2004, 11:20 PM
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Damn.. I knew if I used a LS1 I would have a air cleaner for an armrest. Crap. I was hoping for a better fit.


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post Nov 7 2004, 11:22 PM
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Can you give me the length on that engine (the longest points) I still want to do a LS1 powered Boxster and I will have the engine out of a Boxster very soon.


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post Nov 7 2004, 11:36 PM
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Brad I'm working on a cover for the front of the throttle body that will allow the air filter to be mounted on top the intake. This will all fit under what looks like a stock backpad . I can do this if I use a 97 computer and don't use the mass air flow sensor. If I stay with the 2002 computer and use the MAF I'll mount the MAF and air filter on the driver side of the car. Picture don't show it but the throttle body has 2" of clearence to where the stock backpad would be.

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post Nov 7 2004, 11:39 PM
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Man. That is TIGHT. I would *almost* lose the intake setup and go for the carb intake with a 1400cfm throttle plate setup...


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post Nov 7 2004, 11:42 PM
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Well, I'm looking at Andrews costs so far. He has about 2500 into the conversion (less if you count parts sales). Another 1500 in suspension, brakes, tires and wheels. He was only able to do it that cheap because of some very generous people on this list. We also hit ebay and swap meets. The bottom line is, it still needs bunches of body work hours and some interior work. But it goes very nicely with at least double the HP and triple the torque. Some additional parts replacment should increase those numbers.

Note: I still have a stack of 'small' reciepts to add up...

BigKat, I hope you finish that LS1 before you sell it. But I'll understand if you buy the black rod. It's sweet (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wub.gif)
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post Nov 7 2004, 11:43 PM
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QUOTE(Brad Roberts @ Nov 7 2004, 09:39 PM)
Man. That is TIGHT. I would *almost* lose the intake setup and go for the carb intake with a 1400cfm throttle plate setup...


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NO WAY that would set me back 20 years. If I have to I'll turn the intake to the rear and solve all of the problems.

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post Nov 7 2004, 11:46 PM
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No No.. keep it injected but use the carb intake they sell for them now with 1400cfm throttle blade setup that flows AIR..not fuel. It would REALLY freak people out with the coil on plug and a regular round K+N air cleaner.


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post Nov 8 2004, 12:02 AM
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I thought about a carb set up When I sent a $700 paypal for my HP tuner software.

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post Nov 8 2004, 12:09 AM
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GACK. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/barf.gif) I think I would be loaning it out for a few bucks to some other people who *might* want to tune their Tahoe/Vette/Trans Am/Burb/Truck/Z28...



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post Nov 8 2004, 12:42 AM
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Oh ..hell skip all that crap and do the LS1 engine.. ha ha

Visited Renegade during the SEMA on Friday. They have an LS1 at the shop and a Suby STI on order for their next conversions.
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Would both of these be for 914'S ???? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smilie_pokal.gif)
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post Nov 8 2004, 12:49 AM
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How many times did Scott tell us "you cant use a LS1"...


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It wasn't long ago that he didn't know a LS1 from a LT1.

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