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> The 914 conversion, 3.3 Ltr suby upgrade
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post Aug 14 2018, 08:20 PM
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If you're going back to the old mount you won't need to trim the upper coolant hose.

Try flipping the black plastic intake around so the intake hose is on the passenger side. It gave me a lot more room.
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post Aug 14 2018, 09:39 PM
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I did,..But my battery is mounted on that side and where I am cutting the tube for the cone it ends up right there So I did cut out a 1.5 by 4 in long section out of the back of the cold air intake right where it meets the fire wall and as long as I can change the IRIS valve fitting it looks like it will work,BUT I then have to wonder about drive ability with that much space being squeezed or missing.The tube is 3" or 3 1/4" round and I will have to fiberglass the back area,.or what I might end up doing is using a 3" by 6" silicone tube thru the tight section SiliconeIntakes.com
has a bunch of different sizes of tubes
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post Aug 15 2018, 07:20 AM
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I moved my battery to the other side, mainly to accommodate the wiring. Just happened to work out for the intake as well. You'll get it to work one way or another. Just make sure there are no leaks in it.
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post Aug 15 2018, 11:46 AM
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Just FYI, but this thread an one other inspired me. I am actively acquiring parts for a SVX swap into my bus. Replacing the corvair/power glide powerplant. It will be nice to have AC and heat so I can drive all season (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif)
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post Aug 15 2018, 11:59 AM
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QUOTE(Dr Evil @ Aug 15 2018, 01:46 PM) *

Just FYI, but this thread an one other inspired me. I am actively acquiring parts for a SVX swap into my bus. Replacing the corvair/power glide powerplant. It will be nice to have AC and heat so I can drive all season (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif)

Doc - if you don’t want to rewire the svx main harness to the ecu, I have a guy. Charges ~ $550. I think Frank used him as well. My 914 was his first, he mostly does bus’s.
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post Aug 15 2018, 02:33 PM
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I did use him,.but his fee was higher than 550 for me,.it was 700.00,.so I hope when I get it wired up it starts like he promised ,..he did send a You tube video of A SVX starting,.so I can only assume it will..!!
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I did use him,.but his fee was higher than 550 for me,.it was 700.00,.so I hope when I get it wired up it starts like he promised ,..he did send a You tube video of A SVX starting,.so I can only assume it will..!!

It was a while ago so the 550 could be off. I think I paid an extra $75 for a small harness to the front fans.
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post Aug 15 2018, 03:12 PM
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LOL..Mepstein..So did I which was included in that price,So as long as I hook it all up correctly should save me time,I would still be dicking with that Harness Iam sure !!
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post Aug 15 2018, 04:07 PM
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You have no idea the hours you have saved.
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post Aug 15 2018, 06:02 PM
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And wow Doc that is great news on the SVX swap (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif) you need one in a 914 also.
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post Aug 15 2018, 07:25 PM
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QUOTE(Chris H. @ Aug 15 2018, 06:07 PM) *

You have no idea the hours you have saved.

I didn’t save any time because I don’t have the knowledge or skill to do it. Just one of those (many) things I have to farm out if I want the car to run. But I am happy with the guy who did it. Like Frank said, it was tested on an engine so it should be good.
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QUOTE(914forme @ Aug 15 2018, 07:02 PM) *

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif)

And wow Doc that is great news on the SVX swap (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif) you need one in a 914 also.


Speaking of that I know a guy who might want to sell his... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif) . It would have to go to a very good home though. I've He's owned it for almost 17 years. Still just not driving it enough due to time commitments. Hate to see it not being used.
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Do tell I would love to own another SVX, especially if I could swap a 5 or 6 speed manual into one. I really had a sweet spot for the one I had while I had it. But the auto slush box is a pure POS.

I'll PM you for since we kinda hi-jacked this thread.
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post Aug 15 2018, 08:54 PM
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No I mean I might this guy might sell his EG33 powered 914.
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After all that work,.??
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Well depending on how well you 'know this guy', I'm sure you can find some information on his build, what he's done to make it a reliable car, and some pictures to go along with all of that.... Maybe some people here even know him and can attest to the build quality, etc. to the point that 'he' can sell it. Seems like a lot of work just to let it go though - sometimes life gets in the way of having fun but 'he' never knows when the opportunity to drive 'his' project more than ever will come up. Keeping it makes people look for chances to enjoy it again! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/shades.gif)
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I get what "this guy" is going through, I know a guy that has a Cayman that sits in the garage while he drives a Cayenne everyday. Drives me crazy every time I am over at his place. Cars that sit do not stay operational for long.
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LOL, no way am I buying another 914. Would be a great car, though. My 914 has the 2.7/6 so its good. Keeping it sports, slimmed down with no bells or whistles.

As for the harness, appreciate the info. This is definitely one time where I have more money than time and I am using EvilWerks income to fund this endeavor. I am buying a conversion kit from SubiSwaps in El Cajon and it comes with everything I need. I wish I had more time as I love making harnesses and such. I have an extensive electronics background starting in high school and then being an avionics technician in the Coast Guard. Just no time with work and being a single parent during the week.

I actually have a friend headed to SC right now to pick up a rebuilt 090 VW autobox for the bus, and a torque converter. Same friend sold me the SVX engine and all the parts for $900. Had a care advertised local for $1000, dude never answered. I would have bought the whole thing.

Ill post my BS up in my bus thread....sorry for hte hijack, just wanted to belong (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif)
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post Aug 17 2018, 02:35 PM
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No Hi-jack,..were down with all of it...!! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
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QUOTE(Dr Evil @ Aug 17 2018, 12:01 PM) *

LOL, no way am I buying another 914. Would be a great car, though. My 914 has the 2.7/6 so its good. Keeping it sports, slimmed down with no bells or whistles.

As for the harness, appreciate the info. This is definitely one time where I have more money than time and I am using EvilWerks income to fund this endeavor. I am buying a conversion kit from SubiSwaps in El Cajon and it comes with everything I need. I wish I had more time as I love making harnesses and such. I have an extensive electronics background starting in high school and then being an avionics technician in the Coast Guard. Just no time with work and being a single parent during the week.

I actually have a friend headed to SC right now to pick up a rebuilt 090 VW autobox for the bus, and a torque converter. Same friend sold me the SVX engine and all the parts for $900. Had a care advertised local for $1000, dude never answered. I would have bought the whole thing.

Ill post my BS up in my bus thread....sorry for hte hijack, just wanted to belong (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif)


Don't worry Doc there will still be things to tweak on the electrical side that should satisfy your electronics desires (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) . I have all the manuals and stuff and some extra parts so feel free to contact me if you have any questions. BTW there is a modification to the governor on VW auto transmissions that you may want to look into. Apparently some people shave it down a bit to make it kick down more easily and shift at better points for a more powerful engine. I barely know what they are talking about but I'm sure you do. Search The Samba in the Vanagon section and you'll find plenty of info.

OK on with Frank's thread! What's the latest Frank? Did you completely install the engine with the Coldwater mount? Is it still in the car?
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