My latest challenge. Here we go again., 72 restoration and conversion to a Subaru EZ30R engine. Options

[rmarx]

I found the correct 914/4 CV in my parts stash and proceeded to clean it up and re-pack it with grease.

That can be a very frustrating job. While putting it back together, it rotated out of alignment and the large end of the spline piece matched up with the large end of the CV. By the time I got all the ball bearings installed, I realized that it had jammed and would not operate as assembled. After much time to get it apart again, I aligned the parts corrctly and finally got it back together.

I mounted it on the axle and proceeded to mount the CV for the other side which uses a Subaru CV. I got it all together and went to mount it on the car when I realized that the new CV I bought fits the trans, but the inner spline does not fit my axle.

I can't win!

I could not find another Subaru CV locally when I had a thought.

Why don't I take the inner spline from one CV and match it with the outer splined housing from another.

Normally I woudn't mix and match CV parts because of wear, but they are brand new.

It all went together and is now mounted on the car. I will wait to drive it to determine if there are any issues with my remedy.

[76-914]

It's probably fine. That broach has three bearings and they are new so it should be fine. I think all of us have had trouble with the Porsche CV the first few times around. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)

[tygaboy]

One less thing on the to-do list! Congrats (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/cheer.gif)

[rmarx]

Happy belated Thganksgiving everyone!

It's been awhile since my last post. A lot has occured in that time,

It's time to announce a change in direction.

I have decided to move in a different direction and scrap the Subaru conversion and convert the car to a Porsche 914/6.

I have obtailned a fairly newly built 2.7 Ltr engine with "S" cams. I will run it with Weber carbs and a header with a sport exhaust.

I have sold all the Subaru conversion parts and have started to collect the parts neccessary to complete the project.

I purchased a Mad Dog engine mount. I am having a little difficulty figuring out how to actually mount it. It does not fit flushly (is that a word?) against the firewall as the thick wiring harness is in the way. It looks like I have to re-rout the harness to fit the mount.

I was wondering what everyone else has done. I'm looking for advise. Thank you in advance.

[tygaboy]

@mb911 Ben (or any of you who may be able to help!) - can you offer any input on Bob's question about needing to re-route the wiring snorkel when fitting the MadDog /6 engine mount?

[mb911]

So that mount has to be cut to clear the shift boot attach flange.

[willieg]

Bob: I know you have a lot of hours into your 914/Subaru build. So, I applaud your decision to scrap that project and do a build you have always wanted to do.

[mb911]

Here is an image. Hope this helps.

[tygaboy]

@mb911 - Thanks Ben! That'll help for sure.

[Mayne]

Re: change to 911 swap: Cool! And you would if you could! It’s hard to see a 911 engine coming my way, so I’ll keep soldiering on with the E30R.

[rmarx]

Re: change to 911 swap: Cool! And you would if you could! It’s hard to see a 911 engine coming my way, so I’ll keep soldiering on with the E30R.

I think you will be happy with it when you are done. It will certainly be more powerful than the 911 arternative...

[rmarx]

What is it about guys and taking directions.

I was having a phone conversation with Ben Mcfarland @mb911 . I'm telling him that I am going to drill the holes on the chassis for the oil tank filler, vent line and filter console.

He tells me to go SLOW, otherwise the drill will catch and rip out of your hand and probably injure you.

Having done this operation before, I naturally said "yea sure, I know what I'm doing".

Sure enough, I start slowly, but as it is taking longer than I wanted, I of course increase the speed of the drill to get the job done faster when all of a sudden, the hole saw bites and locks up which caused the drill to rip out of my hand and smack the back of my hand crushing it between the drill and the car.
OUCH!
Believe it or not, I start laughing at my self saying "You Idiot, you know better!"

Luckily, just a little blood, nothing permanant.
The holes are now cut and ready for the tank installation.

The moral of the story, BE PATIENT! Take your time.

[Nogoodwithusernames]

What is it about guys and taking directions.

I was having a phone conversation with Ben Mcfarland. I'm telling him that I am going to drill the holes on the chassis for the oil tank filler, vent line and filter console.

He tells me to go SLOW, otherwise the drill will catch and rip out of your hand and probably injure you.

Having done this operation before, I naturally said "yea sure, I know what I'm doing".

Sure enough, I start slowly, but as it is taking longer than I wanted, I of course increase the speed of the drill to get the job done faster when all of a sudden, the hole saw bites and locks up which caused the drill to rip out of my hand and smack the back of my hand crushing it between the drill and the car.
OUCH!
Believe it or not, I start laughing at my self saying "You Idiot, you know better!"

Luckily, just a little blood, nothing permanant.
The holes are now cut and ready for the tank installation.

The moral of the story, BE PATIENT! Take your time.

BTDT, was cutting holes in the top plate of a wall to put a mini split AC system in at our old place. Was an exterior wall by the eaves so tight space, hot, dusty etc. Trying to drill through the two 2x4s and get in a hurry and BAM, drill caught me right on the side of the head. Just laid there in the dust and insulation for a minute after that and slowed it down after that.

[mb911]

Robert,

Man I can totally invision the pain. I did chuckle a little reading this but not because you hurt your self but because I have done it myself

[rmarx]

Having decided to convert the car from a 4 cyl to 6 cyl 911 engine, I thought the next step would be to make a list of all the parts needed to complete the project.
The following is that list:

Engine - 2.7 Ltr

Transmission - 914 Side shifter

Shifter and shifter rods (2), bushings

Engine mount

Oil Tank, lines and fittings

Half shafts with CV joints

Engine sheet metal (to seal engine compartment)

Weber carbs

Intake manifolds and linkage

engine oil cooler (modified for 914 configuration)

engine wiring harness

alternator (my engine did not come with one)

Distributor, cap and wires

3 pin CDI box

Clutch pedal return spring ( I removed mine during the Subaru conversion)

Many of these parts I have already obtained. I will be posting updates and progress pictures as we go.

I might also post requests for parts I do not have.

Stay tuned