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> 914-6 conversion?, Build?
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post May 31 2016, 08:54 PM
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I would also look at the cost of a Subaru conversion or LS v8 crate engine.
The days of a cheap six conversion is over unless you find a smoking deal on a used six motor. They are out there, but most need work.
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post May 31 2016, 09:06 PM
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QUOTE(hyespeed @ May 31 2016, 10:22 PM) *

Yeah it's a difficult choice but big money either it seems as though a built 2.3 IV will run about 9k which is not far off the base price of a 6. What is the name of the shop or the contact for Eric?
To be honest the real reason I want to build this car is a bit of sentimental value it was my dads and he wanted to build it before he passed. So certainly it would be easier to buy someone else's car but I would probably just keep this car and it will stay in my garage.

So if your going to keep the car then what you pay isn't too important. Do what is going to make you happy.

If you mean Eric Shea - PMBperformance.com, a very good choice.
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post May 31 2016, 09:15 PM
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Thanks I'll contact them.
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post May 31 2016, 09:56 PM
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I always wanted a 914-6. My /4 spun a bearing right before the Route 66 event in April of this year, so I had to make a decision; rebuild the four, or build a 2.0 /6 I got about a year ago for next to nothing? I decided to go for it and build the six to as high a standard as possible. I've always loved the sound of the early (mine is a '69) engines. While not the MOST powerful of them, they do have advantages. The 2.0 is quite a bit lighter weight and has no real immediate need for a front oil cooler. A 901 transmission easily works with it too. My costs in a total build of the motor, doing the engine mount, headers, oil tank and lines, etc., are around $16K. There will be a few more tricks to it also. I'm estimating 180+ HP. (don't laugh)

I think that answers your question, but you have to find your own engine deal like I did.
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post Jun 1 2016, 12:37 PM
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I emailed pmb, I'll wait and see what they have to say. As far as body work or paint that's somewhat of the field I am currently in and have some friends who do well with fabrication so I would try and do most of that. Porsches are some what foreign to me so trying to do a six build for track/street use is a little intimidating.
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post Jun 1 2016, 01:20 PM
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Money is always an issue, but, if it weren't this would be ideal:

The Polo engine. Just thought I'd add a completely needless post (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)



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post Jun 1 2016, 01:29 PM
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Polo = good for a 356 or 912
= overkill for not much benefit in a 914

In a 914, just go with your 911 engine of choice, as the engine bay and location are non issues on our cars.

I am going with a /6 just because I got a good deal on a 2.7...time will tell if it was the right move. Not that I plan on ever selling it.
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post Jun 1 2016, 01:40 PM
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Mark at Original Customs is pretty busy right now, but he would come and get your car if it is a full conversion. He has a trailer and travel is not a problem.
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post Jun 1 2016, 02:19 PM
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Mark at Original Customs is pretty busy right now, but he would come and get your car if it is a full conversion. He has a trailer and travel is not a problem.

Does he make house calls?
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post Jun 1 2016, 03:16 PM
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QUOTE(hyespeed @ Jun 1 2016, 09:47 AM) *

Yeah that seems to be the consensus but at those prices might as well buy a 911. I like my 914 it just needs to be cleaned up and motor running so I figured a 2.7 or 3.0 swap to get it moving. But 30-40k get a 2.7 pre smog.


Yea but the 914 will be complete and running with little to nothing to do ,just drive and enjoy......good luck finding a 911 like that (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) .
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post Jun 1 2016, 04:31 PM
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QUOTE(hyespeed @ May 31 2016, 02:47 PM) *

Yeah that seems to be the consensus but at those prices might as well buy a 911. I like my 914 it just needs to be cleaned up and motor running so I figured a 2.7 or 3.0 swap to get it moving. But 30-40k get a 2.7 pre smog.


But 914-6?

These cars are freaking amazing! And the mid engine platform is so much more forgiving and easier to drive over the 911. Seems like the thing to do is a honda or subaru v-6 these days.

If you want a creature comfort and a panty dropper then 911 could be better. Although my 914 is more comfortable than my GTI...

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post Jun 1 2016, 04:57 PM
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QUOTE(Justinp71 @ Jun 2 2016, 10:31 AM) *

QUOTE(hyespeed @ May 31 2016, 02:47 PM) *

Yeah that seems to be the consensus but at those prices might as well buy a 911. I like my 914 it just needs to be cleaned up and motor running so I figured a 2.7 or 3.0 swap to get it moving. But 30-40k get a 2.7 pre smog.


But 914-6?

These cars are freaking amazing! And the mid engine platform is so much more forgiving and easier to drive over the 911. Seems like the thing to do is a honda or subaru v-6 these days.

If you want a creature comfort and a panty dropper then 911 could be better. Although my 914 is more comfortable than my GTI...

Justin


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post Jun 1 2016, 05:27 PM
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If I went other than air-cooled (the sound is amazing) I think a ecoboost motor out of the focus st would be amazing but in all seriousness if the six swap is doable than thats what I want to do. I have been wanting to get into track days like willow springs or laguna seca, so I figure this would be great to build into that direction but I want to be able to also drive it to the track.
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post Jun 1 2016, 06:25 PM
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Mark from original customs in Mi? He will come out to CA to pick up a car for a build?
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this car has been sitting in a garage for about 20yrs
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post Jun 1 2016, 06:35 PM
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this car has been sitting in a garage for about 20yrs

Pic of the car?
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post Jun 1 2016, 06:45 PM
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Here is a 3.0L motor for sale on the Bird!

3.0L Engine on Pelican Parts
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post Jun 1 2016, 06:52 PM
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Mark from original customs in Mi? He will come out to CA to pick up a car for a build?


Call him. Booked up for a while but...
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post Jun 1 2016, 06:55 PM
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QUOTE(hyespeed @ Jun 1 2016, 04:30 PM) *

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this car has been sitting in a garage for about 20yrs

Well that's a horse of a different color!
Don't convert it, an under 8k mile car (IMG:style_emoticons/default/blink.gif)
Put a McMark 2056 in it and enjoy the extra umph.


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QUOTE(Jeffs9146 @ Jun 1 2016, 08:45 PM) *

Here is a 3.0L motor for sale on the Bird!

3.0L Engine on Pelican Parts

I know bruce/ flat6pac personally. He's a great engine builder and a great guy. His engines are very well priced.
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