First 914 build... V8 twin turbo SBC, 1974 v8tt conversion project |
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First 914 build... V8 twin turbo SBC, 1974 v8tt conversion project |
beam944 |
Apr 15 2014, 02:44 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 58 Joined: 15-April 14 From: Timberlake,NC Member No.: 17,254 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
Hi everyone...I am new to the 914 world although not new to Porsche's. I have owned 3 944's and actually loved every one of them. I came across a craigslist ad for a v8 914 and well.....here it goes.. wish me luck ...any and all input is appreciated.
This engine is just set in place as mock up only...thats actually a 1966 283 out of a ChevyII I dont know why this radiator is where its at...going to get a race aluminum in the front lots of work to do here.. will have lots of parts to sale off of this project definitely going to need some more space for 12 inch wide tires..so probably won't look like this when i'm done |
Mike Bellis |
Apr 16 2014, 07:44 AM
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Resident Electrician Group: Members Posts: 8,345 Joined: 22-June 09 From: Midlothian TX Member No.: 10,496 Region Association: None |
The 283 is a good platform. You will have around 250hp (mine did) without the turbos. Your 400hp mark is easy to reach. The motor looks like it sits too far back in the chassis. Most V8 conversions sit 1.5" back. This can be measured from the rear tranny mounts. You end up with around 1/2" clearance at the valve cover/firewall. Moving the engine more forward will help with chassis balance. Then you can flip flop the exhaust manifolds to get the turbos away from the rear window.
Looks like a fun build. I love engine swaps... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wub.gif) |
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