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Best Engine Conversion for 914?
What is the best engine to stick in my 914?
Small Block Chevy [ 50 ] ** [9.62%]
911 Flat 6 [ 340 ] ** [65.38%]
Suburu WRX [ 105 ] ** [20.19%]
1.8 Turbo Diesel [ 12 ] ** [2.31%]
VW VR6 or Supercharged I4 [ 13 ] ** [2.50%]
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plymouth37
post May 13 2008, 01:05 PM
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QUOTE(sww914 @ May 13 2008, 10:49 AM) *

Can anyone show us anything besides a type 4 or a Porsche 6 conversion that's still a decent car after 10-15-20 years? Anyone? Anyone? Bueller?

I think it depends on the overall build quality of the car, not the engine involved.
I am not a big fan of the V8 but here is a fine example of a V8 conversion that is at least 10 years old. And the one behind it is an older conversion as well. Not to say there aren't a ton of s#!tty conversions out there!
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post May 13 2008, 01:09 PM
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post May 13 2008, 01:50 PM
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QUOTE(Phoenix 914-6GT @ May 12 2008, 10:54 PM) *

I vote a 911 6 (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

WOW THAT LOOKS AWESOME Mr !!!! .Stay with a horizontaly opposed motor what ever ya do .or it will change the CG( center of gravity) and f up all your suspention work.........so there
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post May 13 2008, 02:01 PM
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There's always the Boeing turbine engine... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/popcorn[1].gif)
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post May 13 2008, 02:04 PM
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QUOTE(zymurgist @ May 13 2008, 12:01 PM) *

There's always the Boeing turbine engine... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/popcorn[1].gif)

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) Time to start cutting! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sawzall-smiley.gif)
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post May 13 2008, 05:47 PM
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QUOTE(plymouth37 @ May 13 2008, 01:04 PM) *

QUOTE(zymurgist @ May 13 2008, 12:01 PM) *

There's always the Boeing turbine engine... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/popcorn[1].gif)

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) Time to start cutting! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sawzall-smiley.gif)


It fits in a '32 Ford!


Boeing Turbine Hot Rod
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post May 13 2008, 05:55 PM
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That was just wild (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
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post May 13 2008, 05:58 PM
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QUOTE(Phoenix 914-6GT @ May 13 2008, 04:55 PM) *

That was just wild (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)


I've seen it down at LeMay's. The builder used to use it as his DD.
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post May 13 2008, 06:11 PM
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QUOTE(KELTY360 @ May 13 2008, 07:47 PM) *

QUOTE(plymouth37 @ May 13 2008, 01:04 PM) *

QUOTE(zymurgist @ May 13 2008, 12:01 PM) *

There's always the Boeing turbine engine... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/popcorn[1].gif)

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) Time to start cutting! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sawzall-smiley.gif)


It fits in a '32 Ford!


Boeing Turbine Hot Rod


I saw that car! I think it was (is?) in the Petersen Museum in LA.
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post May 13 2008, 06:14 PM
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Jet Powered Beetle, anyone?

http://www.ronpatrickstuff.com/

Bonus: it scares off tailgaters.
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post May 13 2008, 06:47 PM
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QUOTE(nsr-jamie @ May 13 2008, 12:03 PM) *

Jake


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Build yourself a nice MassIVe 4 and (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif)
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post May 13 2008, 06:58 PM
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QUOTE(sww914 @ May 13 2008, 11:49 AM) *

Can anyone show us anything besides a type 4 or a Porsche 6 conversion that's still a decent car after 10-15-20 years? Anyone? Anyone? Bueller?


Converted 13 years ago. Still a decent car.

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post May 13 2008, 07:05 PM
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That is a sweet car ya got there!
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post May 13 2008, 07:25 PM
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QUOTE(Rand @ May 12 2008, 10:06 PM) *

QUOTE(Copperhead_51 @ May 12 2008, 10:54 PM) *

Street. under 5k


That budget rules out any kind of well-done conversion.


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post May 13 2008, 07:32 PM
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QUOTE(rudedude @ May 13 2008, 08:09 AM) *

I have a 2.7 rs in my original 6 and have a 2056 in my other and while I can,t drive them side by side my feeling is the 2056 feels and is lighter, sure seems quicker at lower rpm and is more fun to drive at reasonable speeds. The 6 is heavier, feels that way, but at higher rpm can sure build up speed and top end much faster. I love them both.
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I'd agree with that. I know the 4 was a bit more pleasent @ low speed cruisin....wait I never did a whole lot of that low speed stuff! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/av-943.gif) But the 4 is a 123 gear car the six is a 345 gear car....I know 120 comes on pretty quick! just my humble opinion!!

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post May 13 2008, 07:33 PM
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I would much rather have a well sorted stocker than a conversion done on an excessively tight budget (like 5K for example).
I love my conversion but remember, there is nothing wrong with a stock 914, even in stock form these cars are a total blast!
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post May 13 2008, 08:17 PM
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I voted the 911 engine becuase it is what I like most. If I was on a budget, I would still stick air cooled Porsche/VW and keep it correct and in the family. If you want a Big Block or 5.7 in a small car, go buy a Fiero and put one in there. I did, 345 friggen hp and 370ft tq and it STILL wouldn't beat my little 2.5 914-6.

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post May 13 2008, 09:42 PM
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QUOTE(914-8 @ May 13 2008, 05:58 PM) *

QUOTE(sww914 @ May 13 2008, 11:49 AM) *

Can anyone show us anything besides a type 4 or a Porsche 6 conversion that's still a decent car after 10-15-20 years? Anyone? Anyone? Bueller?


Converted 13 years ago. Still a decent car.

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That looks much better than decent.
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One more vote for keeping it a -4 on that budget. If you absolutely have to have a fresh motor, go the 2056 route. Call Jake or McMark.

But seriously, if the motor runs fine, don't f*** around with the car. Just look at ebay to see the aftermath of budget conversions (IMG:style_emoticons/default/barf.gif) The Renegade site also has some lovely post-mortem photos (click on "Wall of Shame"). You say you want a street car only. Get a tune up. Maybe have the brake calipers rebuilt. Otherwise just drive (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif)

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post May 14 2008, 01:23 PM
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QUOTE(Copperhead_51 @ May 13 2008, 01:54 AM) *

QUOTE(Rand @ May 13 2008, 12:53 AM) *

What's your budget? What are you going to do with the car? Autocross or any kind of racing? Or just street?

Street. under 5k

You won't get any of the poll choices with that kind of budget. The initial cost of a used SBC could get you there but the rest of the car won't handle it. It's time to give Jake a call.
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