Hey Jake what do you have for us on the MPG engine Options

[LarryR]

I would really like to know what you have for 914 in the way of a hi mpg, respectable performance package.

I figure the 914 should be able to kick out 40+ mpg and get a 0 - 60 time in under 7 seconds.

The new tdi jetta coming available in July will go 0 - 60 in 6.9 seconds and get 41 mpg in the city and 53 on the highway. However id does weigh 3300 pounds. I figure the 914 should be able to smoke that with the 1300 pound weight advantage.

I am really looking forward to seeing what you have come up with Jake.

trying not to hi jack the emissions thread but keep it on 914 world (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)

BTW you said you need 10 or 12 additional people. I would be # 2 ... I would gladly buy a super efficient 914 engine as opposed to buying a tdi jetta. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer.gif)

[Root_Werks]

Jake,

I like the idea of the 1911cc engine. I have a 74' stupid beetle with the stock 1600 with solex single 40's, header, 3.88 RP and .084 4th etc. But bottom end is all stock. I just put on 185/65/15 tires that scaled in at 16lbs on 914 fuchs with front disc brake kit to reduce drag. The bug is getting about 35mpg average right now and I am betting I could get even better with a stronger 1911cc. I like these engines because you retain the short stroke. I put about 2200 miles a month on my bug.

Good idea on the 1911cc, I think if you put together a simple kit, people would buy it.

Dan