914 Subaru engine cradle? Options

[IanJ]

OK...I thought about putting this in the wanted thread (Apologies to the mods if this breaches rules, please delete if inappropriate)

Does anyone know where I can get an engine cradle for converting my 914 using the WRX engine and transmission?

I know you can buy from a few sources and mod to suit but my fabrication skills are lacking and i'd need to pass an engineering check here in Aus.

Any info/leads appreciated.

[IM101]

Hi,
With the cradle in the car, does the axle from the trans make a straight shot across to the hub?
Also, does your cradle use the stock trans mounting points with the 911 style engine mounts?

If so, I am interested in just the cradle since I already have the other misc parts.

Awesome work! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer.gif)

Nate (Pm me if you want to discuss further)

Hi Nate,
It depends on the transmission that you go with. The 901 is located in stock location, the Subaru transmission axle outputs are positioned a little further forward, about 1.5” difference. This should not cause an issue as a slight angle is usually necessary for proper grease flow.

On your second question Yes the cradle should work perfectly well with the stock 914/911 style engine mounts, however the cradle will include 4 aftermarket mounts. I had to design it to fit both the 901 and the Subaru transmission, using the original 914 mounting points seemed the best solution to me.

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer3.gif) thanks,
Ian M.