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Nana's_914
post Jan 29 2009, 03:48 PM
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The engine is coming out next week. 3.0 in place of the 1.8.
Here's the car. My grandmother got her new in '74.
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Here's the engine. '78 SC 3.0l.
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Here's the trans. WEVO915 with GT 60/40 LSD. Keeps the 3.6 option open. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif)
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post Jan 29 2009, 03:54 PM
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That is a three alright!! Wha Hoo!!!
if you are running the cis mount it down one inch it will save you a lot of greif
you are one up on me with that 915
next its is flares and eights out back
when will it end...eh? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif)
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post Jan 29 2009, 03:56 PM
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sure is ashamed to spoil a nice family heirloom car like that.
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post Jan 29 2009, 04:06 PM
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QUOTE(dr914@autoatlanta.com @ Jan 29 2009, 04:56 PM) *

sure is ashamed to spoil a nice family heirloom car like that.


Spoil? How so? I don't intend to cut it up.
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post Jan 29 2009, 04:21 PM
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That is a three alright!! Wha Hoo!!!
if you are running the cis mount it down one inch it will save you a lot of greif
you are one up on me with that 915
next its is flares and eights out back
when will it end...eh? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif)

I'm getting pretty excited about it. My 914 was left for dead 10 years in Palm Desert. It barely made it out alive. The 911 donor car was ignored in my friends warehouse for 4 years because of electrical and body issues. Put the two together and a 914/6 is born.
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post Jan 29 2009, 05:53 PM
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I am kind of torn on this one.
At first I agree with George, as the 914 looks pristine and is a family treasure.
But at the same time I would want to dump the 1.8 and at the least put in
a 1.7, better yet a 2.0 type four.
This is your car after all and you have the bucks to get the 3.0 then go for it.
Although I have never driven one with a six, I have heard they are less nimble on the lower gears because of the added weight.
Its your car do what is best for you.
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post Jan 29 2009, 05:58 PM
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That set-up looks stout. Keep the pictures & info coming

T.C.
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post Jan 29 2009, 06:04 PM
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I'll take the WEVO 915 off your hands if you decide to stick with a /4 ... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

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post Jan 29 2009, 06:09 PM
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QUOTE(carr914 @ Jan 29 2009, 06:58 PM) *

That set-up looks stout. Keep the pictures & info coming

T.C.

Thanks for the WEVO kit!

I'll take as many pictures of the progress as I can.
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post Jan 29 2009, 06:14 PM
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QUOTE(SirAndy @ Jan 29 2009, 07:04 PM) *

I'll take the WEVO 915 off your hands if you decide to stick with a /4 ... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) Andy

So that's the game...HaHa
Talk me out of it and bargain bin my parts.
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post Jan 29 2009, 06:51 PM
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You're gonna love it!!! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif)


You can also flip the CIS system so it clears better (180 degree turn), but you have to do a little fiberglass work to the engine shroud...

Also I would recommend the MSD 6al setup with a high vibratory coil, for ignition, you'll need something with the 3.0 Distributor.
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post Jan 29 2009, 07:53 PM
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I just don't see the sin, these tubs were designed for a Six. Nothing looks more natural in the engine bay.

Now back to the subject..."Damn Your Eyes!" (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
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post Jan 29 2009, 09:05 PM
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I just don't see the sin, these tubs were designed for a Six. Nothing looks more natural in the engine bay.

Now back to the subject..."Damn Your Eyes!" (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) I especially like the fact that even the /4 cars have dimples in the sheet metal where you are supposed to put the /6 oil tank. It's almost as if Porsche wants us to turn them all into /6's. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif)
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post Jan 29 2009, 09:36 PM
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(IMG:style_emoticons/default/drooley.gif) Very nice. This sounds like a very fun project. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif)
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post Jan 29 2009, 10:01 PM
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If you are not in the know on CIS boxes, you should get a backfire valve so you do not blow the box in a backfire. It is simple like a toilet flusher. You can get one at AA or Pelican or any fine parts supplier. They are not much compared to the repair in terms of the part.

A 3.0 is a great engine for the street. Your going to love that car.
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post Jan 29 2009, 11:17 PM
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Looks like fun. Love the white with the black script. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif)
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post Jan 29 2009, 11:21 PM
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Very cool! What motor mount are ya gonna run? Come to the Breakfast in Fremont this Sat. and see SirAndy's 3.6 up close.
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post Jan 29 2009, 11:49 PM
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Very cool! What motor mount are ya gonna run? Come to the Breakfast in Fremont this Sat. and see SirAndy's 3.6 up close.

Thanks! Got RJ's bulkhead mount. The breakfast sounds like a fine idea. When I was looking for a donor 911 I found a targa with front end damage converted with a 3.6. I offered the guy what he was asking and he said no. He then tried to raise the price. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) I walked on the deal, but still think about having a 3.6. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/drooley.gif)
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post Jan 30 2009, 10:34 AM
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Ha! I've embarassed more than a few people in their "sports cars" with my 914/6 (2.4l). It still has the stock 914/4 tranny, too (tailshift). I've never driven a 914/4, and couldn't imagine my car with any less HP.

Take a peek in the "For Sale" section.

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Although I have never driven one with a six, I have heard they are less nimble on the lower gears because of the added weight.
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post Jan 30 2009, 10:59 AM
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QUOTE(dr914@autoatlanta.com @ Jan 29 2009, 04:56 PM) *

sure is ashamed to spoil a nice family heirloom car like that.


Spoil? How so? I don't intend to cut it up.



I wont be cut up but you will have ever seem in the car riped with that kind of power and torque..then you will have to weld stiffners here and there.hence cut up ...BUT its is your car so good luck ..and it is very nice the way it sits and worth more money...dont forget bigger brakes
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