Need advice on SCAT engine selection 2.0L vs 2056, Want to use L-Jet from old 1.8L Options

[rbzymek]

So i need to replace the 1.8 and I would really like a 2056. I also want to keep the L-Jet for the great driveability. If I request SCAT to build a 2056 with a normal 2.0L cam will that work with L-Jet? As an alternate should I just buy a 2.0L with FI cam? Since I will be using a vane meter system I would expect that I can dial in the AFR with my wide band meter. Has anyone done that before?
Ray

[Tdskip]

Certainly get advice here but I’d not hesitate to pick up the phone and call them. I’m sure that other people have asked this seem quite reasonable/intelligent question and they have a point of view.

You could always have one of the well regarded engine builders here build you whatever you wanted, it’s another good option to keep in mind.

[914Sixer]

76 912E was a 2.0L with L-Jet. 2.0L VW Bus also used L-Jet. I would think there is information on the VW Bus side that would have answers for you. Look around the forums over on theSamba.com

[Mark Henry]

I've built a 2056 Ljet, but it had 2.0 914 heads and a WEB #73 cam.
Ran great (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

[Bleyseng]

I am running a Raby 9550 (a Web 73 basically) and Len Hoffman heads with Ljet in my 77 Westy. Yeah, easy to adjust the AFR so yes its a no brainer.

[rbzymek]

I am running a Raby 9550 (a Web 73 basically) and Len Hoffman heads with Ljet in my 77 Westy. Yeah, easy to adjust the AFR so yes its a no brainer.

Thanks for the feedback and advice on which cam to use which was my biggest concern. I am open to more comments if they are out there.
Ray

[rbzymek]

I am running a Raby 9550 (a Web 73 basically) and Len Hoffman heads with Ljet in my 77 Westy. Yeah, easy to adjust the AFR so yes its a no brainer.

Thanks for the feedback and advice on which cam to use which was my biggest concern. I am open to more comments if they are out there.
Ray

By the way, besides SCAT, where should I look for a 2056 long block and Web 73 cam? I prefer to have an expert do the engine internals. The engine pull and replace will be enough work for me.

[thelogo]

So i need to replace the 1.8 and I would really like a 2056. I also want to keep the L-Jet for the great driveability. If I request SCAT to build a 2056 with a normal 2.0L cam will that work with L-Jet? As an alternate should I just buy a 2.0L with FI cam? Since I will be using a vane meter system I would expect that I can dial in the AFR with my wide band meter. Has anyone done that before?
Ray

Can i ask why the scat longblock instead of
Rebuild your 1.8 ?

Including all the original Ljet stuff. And you have the perfect compatibility

Of course using bigger p's and c's and head work if you want . 1911? +

[djway]

So i need to replace the 1.8 and I would really like a 2056. I also want to keep the L-Jet for the great driveability. If I request SCAT to build a 2056 with a normal 2.0L cam will that work with L-Jet? As an alternate should I just buy a 2.0L with FI cam? Since I will be using a vane meter system I would expect that I can dial in the AFR with my wide band meter. Has anyone done that before?
Ray

The car I drive was all messed up and someone had been inside the AFM to compensate for other issues.
I made an attachment for the exhaust tip then ran up and down the freeway, pull off and adjust the tension, got back on until I got the mix right.
It works.

[sixnotfour]

By the way, besides SCAT, where should I look for a 2056 long block and Web 73 cam? I prefer to have an expert do the engine internals. The engine pull and replace will be enough work for me.

Original Customs..MI.. http://www.originalcustoms.com/index.php
Tangerine Racing.. CT. http://www.tangerineracing.com/contact_us.htm

[saigon71]

Another cam option for stock FI is the FAT 440MP. Slighltly more aggressive than stock.

[rbzymek]

So i need to replace the 1.8 and I would really like a 2056. I also want to keep the L-Jet for the great driveability. If I request SCAT to build a 2056 with a normal 2.0L cam will that work with L-Jet? As an alternate should I just buy a 2.0L with FI cam? Since I will be using a vane meter system I would expect that I can dial in the AFR with my wide band meter. Has anyone done that before?
Ray

Can i ask why the scat longblock instead of
Rebuild your 1.8 ?

Including all the original Ljet stuff. And you have the perfect compatibility

Of course using bigger p's and c's and head work if you want . 1911? +

It went seriously overtemp last week before I noticed the temp gauge. I adjusted the AFR at cruise to 14 and it may have had a stuck vane/thermostat. I will do a compression check tonight but I think I lost one cylinder.The SCAT 2056 for around $3600 looks hard to beat unless you know a better way. I need more cc's and a higher compression ratio to improve the 76 HP with the 1.8. Perhaps I need to investigate the 1911 option and price it out. I am concerned that the heads are toast but maybe not. Suggestions are welcome. Thanks.
Ray

[rbzymek]

So i need to replace the 1.8 and I would really like a 2056. I also want to keep the L-Jet for the great driveability. If I request SCAT to build a 2056 with a normal 2.0L cam will that work with L-Jet? As an alternate should I just buy a 2.0L with FI cam? Since I will be using a vane meter system I would expect that I can dial in the AFR with my wide band meter. Has anyone done that before?
Ray

Can i ask why the scat longblock instead of
Rebuild your 1.8 ?

Including all the original Ljet stuff. And you have the perfect compatibility

Of course using bigger p's and c's and head work if you want . 1911? +

It went seriously overtemp last week before I noticed the temp gauge. I adjusted the AFR at cruise to 14 and it may have had a stuck vane/thermostat. I will do a compression check tonight but I think I lost one cylinder.The SCAT 2056 for around $3600 looks hard to beat unless you know a better way. I need more cc's and a higher compression ratio to improve the 76 HP with the 1.8. Perhaps I need to investigate the 1911 option and price it out. I am concerned that the heads are toast but maybe not. Suggestions are welcome. Thanks.
Ray

So I reached into the fan and pulled out a plastic grocery bag.....the reason it went overtemp in the first place. Compression is 88-95-95-105, not great. Next change the oil and spark plugs to see if it will run decently.
Ray

[thelogo]

Are you for real a plastic bag

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[Tdskip]

That is a bummer. It sounds like the engine is tired at this point. It’s certainly easy to have a fresh engine show up and just put the ancillaries on and off you go. You can always try selling your engine as a core to offset some of the cost.

I may be wrong, but it sounds to me like you want to buy a rebuilt engine from them so why not just do it?

[rbzymek]

That is a bummer. It sounds like the engine is tired at this point. It’s certainly easy to have a fresh engine show up and just put the ancillaries on and off you go. You can always try selling your engine as a core to offset some of the cost.

I may be wrong, but it sounds to me like you want to buy a rebuilt engine from them so why not just do it?

That's probably what I will do. I do have some other things going on plus I would like to drive the car this summer a bit if that is possible. Thanks for the cpre suggestion. I forgot to account for that.
Ray

[JOEPROPER]

Buy the motor and put it in. should take a weekend. You can drive it to the BBQ on 4th of July.

[rbzymek]

Buy the motor and put it in. should take a weekend. You can drive it to the BBQ on 4th of July.

Well there is a five week lead time so I will be a little late for the Barby. I will need to get some 2.0L tin and new intake runners as well. I also want to change the master cylinder and put in SS fuel lines at the same time. Probably in August......Thanks.

[914werke]

Here is one that will get you going before the 4th (IMG:style_emoticons/default/happy11.gif)

[thelogo]

Here is one that will get you going before the 4th (IMG:style_emoticons/default/happy11.gif)

If im reading it right and like to think i am

Your letting it go for 5k or 10k

And where are you located

Cause this is a steal (unless your located in syberia)