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Hello fellow 914 brethren, I'm in search of a reputable engine builder. I need help since I've never completely built a motor from the ground up before (But its not like I don't know my way around a car) . In particular, I want it turbo'd. I have a few ideas and my options are open. Any help, hints or tips is greatly appreciated. Even an engine consultant is up for consideration.
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QUOTE(Pdr1787 @ Mar 2 2017, 12:34 PM) 
Hello fellow 914 brethren, I'm in search of a reputable engine builder. I need help since I've never completely built a motor from the ground up before (But its not like I don't know my way around a car) . In particular, I want it turbo'd. I have a few ideas and my options are open. Any help, hints or tips is greatly appreciated. Even an engine consultant is up for consideration.
Thanks in advance
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Everyone knows you can't "turbo" a 914
Didn't McMark added a turbo to the gold 914
I think if it were me in your shoes... I'd turn either to Jake Raby or Mark as the 2 engine builders with actual turbo experience.
QUOTE(Harpo @ Mar 2 2017, 04:58 PM)
Didn't McMark added a turbo to the gold 914
Internet Myth
If you just have to have a turbo, want to do it relatively inexpensively (like under $30k), and arent stuck on originality, I'd put a Suby-turbo in it.
QUOTE(r_towle @ Mar 2 2017, 07:25 PM)
QUOTE(Harpo @ Mar 2 2017, 04:58 PM)
Didn't McMark added a turbo to the gold 914
Internet Myth
Yes total myth. The car wasn't gold.
Turbo part is true though!
McMark on here...
A high performance T4 built by a pro isn't going to be cheap, what were you thinking budget wise?
I personally wouldn't turbo a T4 engine, the spacing and unequal heads studs causes head sealing issues and is where the "you can't turbo a 914" saying comes from. I believe Mark only does turbos on the 1.7, which makes sense as the smaller jug would seal better.
For a type 4 I'd build a NA 2270cc (78mm x 96mm) or a 2310cc (80mm x 96mm)or if you have a very healthy budget a 2600cc (78mm X 102) using LN nickies.
On the big T4, if the price tag is approaching $20K then IIHO no question I'd do a /6 conversion.
Not a super fan of water cooled conversions, just because it's no longer aircooled, but if a turbo is a "must have" I'd do the subi conversion.
If sheer brute power at a semi-reasonable cost is what you're looking for then I'd consider a V8.
None of these options are cheap if you're getting a pro to do it, not really cheap even if you DIY.
Performance costs.
I personally wouldn't turbo a T4 engine, the spacing and unequal heads studs causes head sealing issues and is where the "you can't turbo a 914" saying comes from. I believe Mark only does turbos on the 1.7, which makes sense as the smaller jug would seal better.
For a type 4 I'd build a NA 2270cc (78mm x 96mm) or a 2310cc (80mm x 96mm)or if you have a very healthy budget a 2600cc (78mm X 102) using LN nickies.
On the big T4, if the price tag is approaching $20K then IIHO no question I'd do a /6 conversion.
Not a super fan of water cooled conversions, just because it's no longer aircooled, but if a turbo is a "must have" I'd do the subi conversion.
If sheer brute power at a semi-reasonable cost is what you're looking for then I'd consider a V8.
None of these options are cheap if you're getting a pro to do it, not really cheap even if you DIY.
Performance costs.
Call Fat Performance out in Anaheim. Owner is friendly and can walk you through the process; more importantly, he can point out the pitfalls. He's gonna close up and retire shortly, don't wait if your project is important.
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