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 |
andys |
Apr 15 2014, 02:56 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,165 Joined: 21-May 03 From: Valencia, CA Member No.: 721 Region Association: None |
Your first challenge will be to find a suitable transaxle capable of withstanding twin turbo power.
Andys |
2mAn |
Apr 15 2014, 03:06 PM
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trying to see how long I can go without a 914 Group: Members Posts: 487 Joined: 14-November 13 From: Westchester (Los Angeles) Member No.: 16,644 Region Association: Southern California |
I honestly think you should start by getting it going with just the SBC and then plan the twin turbo if it isnt scary enough.
I love 944s and would love to put a LS motor in that instead! |
beam944 |
Apr 15 2014, 03:14 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 |
I have my photos of the car up on photobucket but cant seem to get them here...i am new to posting on forums any help would be great....and yes transaxle will be an issue i agree...but then again i am looking to do a retro look and not really high hp...400-500 hp is the absolute most i want ... well....
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beam944 |
Apr 15 2014, 03:15 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 |
i agree totally
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beam944 |
Apr 15 2014, 03:20 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 |
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2mAn |
Apr 15 2014, 03:23 PM
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trying to see how long I can go without a 914 Group: Members Posts: 487 Joined: 14-November 13 From: Westchester (Los Angeles) Member No.: 16,644 Region Association: Southern California |
I have my photos of the car up on photobucket but cant seem to get them here...i am new to posting on forums any help would be great....and yes transaxle will be an issue i agree...but then again i am looking to do a retro look and not really high hp...400-500 hp is the absolute most i want ... well.... when you have the image up on photobucket there should be a list on the right that has says "link to share" click on the IMG link and paste (CTRL-V) on reply and voila pictures! |
beam944 |
Apr 15 2014, 03:25 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 |
Thanks!
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beam944 |
Apr 15 2014, 03:27 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 |
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beam944 |
Apr 15 2014, 03:30 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 |
Thanks alot 2mAn! so this is much easier now..
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76-914 |
Apr 15 2014, 03:34 PM
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Repeat Offender & Resident Subaru Antagonist Group: Members Posts: 13,500 Joined: 23-January 09 From: Temecula, CA Member No.: 9,964 Region Association: Southern California |
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2mAn |
Apr 15 2014, 03:38 PM
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trying to see how long I can go without a 914 Group: Members Posts: 487 Joined: 14-November 13 From: Westchester (Los Angeles) Member No.: 16,644 Region Association: Southern California |
Thanks alot 2mAn! so this is much easier now.. no problem (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welcome.png) honestly, sell the turbo manifolds use that money either towards the renegade radiator setup (I think its around 750-1000). the next thing would be to properly mount the transmission, that chain link looks (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wacko.gif) |
beam944 |
Apr 15 2014, 03:42 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 |
I know you say ditch the turbos...but i cant get the thought out of my head...lol ... yes the chain has got to go...this is how i got it...needless to say alot of work to be done. I am going for era correct age on everything as if someone in 1974 did a v8 conversion.
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dlee6204 |
Apr 15 2014, 03:57 PM
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Howdy Group: Members Posts: 2,162 Joined: 30-April 06 From: Burnsville, NC Member No.: 5,956 |
I saw that car on Craigslist. I almost made a move when it first popped up. Should be a good project.
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beam944 |
Apr 15 2014, 04:12 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 |
I have looked at v8 conversions before and no how much they can be...for the price I had too...but it does need a lot of work
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bulitt |
Apr 15 2014, 04:54 PM
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Achtzylinder Group: Members Posts: 4,188 Joined: 2-October 11 Member No.: 13,632 Region Association: South East States |
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FourBlades |
Apr 15 2014, 05:13 PM
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From Wreck to Rockin Group: Members Posts: 2,054 Joined: 3-December 07 From: Brevard, FL Member No.: 8,414 Region Association: South East States |
Looks like a cool project! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif) Post a lot of pictures as you go. Getting it running would make it more fun while you plan your next step. Too many of these turn into 3 years on jack stands before turning a wheel. Ask me how I know... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/rolleyes.gif) John |
beam944 |
Apr 15 2014, 05:34 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 |
Next week starts the build... Have to finish a little Jackson supercharged Honda first...lol
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Elliot Cannon |
Apr 15 2014, 11:05 PM
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914 Guru Group: Retired Members Posts: 8,487 Joined: 29-December 06 From: Paso Robles Ca. (Central coast) Member No.: 7,407 Region Association: None |
400 to 500 horse power??!! That transmission won't last unless you really baby it. But how much fun would that be. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif)
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messix |
Apr 15 2014, 11:54 PM
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AKA "CLUTCH KILLER"! Group: Members Posts: 6,995 Joined: 14-April 05 From: between shit kickers and pinky lifters/ puget sound wa.north of Seattle south of Canada Member No.: 3,931 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
tony is running 400+ in his with a 901 for the past 5+ years and he doesn't "baby it" but he doesn't punish it either.
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