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Golf GTI engine...? |
Pboden |
Feb 16 2017, 03:55 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 1 Joined: 25-January 17 From: Norway Member No.: 20,782 Region Association: None |
Just recent bought a 914 with a replacement engine 1.8ltr included. It turns out that this engine also is a goner, so I need to find a new one or find an alternative.
There is a Golf gti 20v AGU engine that I may get to buy from a neighbor, but I do not know if I can make use of it in my 914. Is there records that this one is useable. Generally, are the VW Golf engine convertible? What is the most easy or best engine to start looking for? Thanks |
Mikey914 |
Feb 17 2017, 01:06 AM
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The rubber man Group: Members Posts: 12,652 Joined: 27-December 04 From: Hillsboro, OR Member No.: 3,348 Region Association: None |
Real question is what are you trying to do ?
Do you want to do the modifications necessary to put another engine in because the engine is less expensive? Or, are you looking to up the power significantly? If you are upping the power, you will want better suspension, and brakes. All of this adds up, so if you are focused on a specific goal and want to look at total costs and time, it is a longer route, but it will yield a unique ride that will be a journey that is not faint of heart. You can easily drop 15k. If you want a car that runs and drives, look in the classifieds, you can often find motors in various configurations that you may find suitable. If you have the space, tools and aptitude, you may want to rebuild it yourself. Too many projects get stalled when the technical issues pop up and the cash runs out. Put together a budget for the project and plan accordingly. You will be in a better position to deal with surprises. Best wishes (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif) |
falcor75 |
Feb 17 2017, 01:47 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,579 Joined: 22-November 12 From: Sweden Member No.: 15,176 Region Association: Scandinavia |
Real question is what are you trying to do ? Do you want to do the modifications necessary to put another engine in because the engine is less expensive? Or, are you looking to up the power significantly? If you are upping the power, you will want better suspension, and brakes. All of this adds up, so if you are focused on a specific goal and want to look at total costs and time, it is a longer route, but it will yield a unique ride that will be a journey that is not faint of heart. You can easily drop 15k. If you want a car that runs and drives, look in the classifieds, you can often find motors in various configurations that you may find suitable. If you have the space, tools and aptitude, you may want to rebuild it yourself. Too many projects get stalled when the technical issues pop up and the cash runs out. Put together a budget for the project and plan accordingly. You will be in a better position to deal with surprises. Best wishes (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif) The old saying for building and modifying cars, make a realistic budget and time plan. Then tripple your intitial cost and double the time. |
914forme |
Feb 17 2017, 04:16 PM
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Times a wastin', get wrenchin'! Group: Members Posts: 3,896 Joined: 24-July 04 From: Dayton, Ohio Member No.: 2,388 Region Association: None |
The old saying for building and modifying cars, make a realistic budget and time plan. Then tripple your intitial cost and double the time. I would say the budget side is correct. It is a 914 so once on jack stands they tend to stay there. So you need to Double your time line, than multiple that by 5 to 10. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/lol-2.gif) |
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