Type IV plenum intake manifold questions..., Why single and not double like the 911 motor? |
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Type IV plenum intake manifold questions..., Why single and not double like the 911 motor? |
Mueller |
Mar 14 2015, 10:28 AM
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914 Freak! Group: Members Posts: 17,150 Joined: 4-January 03 From: Antioch, CA Member No.: 87 Region Association: None |
Has anyone made a dual plenum like used on the 911 engines for a Type IV?
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McMark |
Mar 15 2015, 05:26 PM
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914 Freak! Group: Retired Admin Posts: 20,179 Joined: 13-March 03 From: Grand Rapids, MI Member No.: 419 Region Association: None |
I suspect the 911 intake developed two 'plenums' mostly due to space constraints. I seriously doubt there is a payoff to the development for a dual plenum for the T4.
Also, IMHO, if you're going to modern fuel injection in a street car, one of the huge benefits is being able to use a single throttle body. Remember that any number of throttle bodies (more than 1) must still be accessible and adjustable for syncing, just like carbs. PITA. Aside from variable intake length (VarioRam) and variable valve timing (VarioCam) most engine engineering developments are going to be of more benefit in the fuel economy and emissions department. If you're looking to increase engine output, as in horsepower or torque, stick to the basics. Displacement and forced induction. There isn't a fancy 2.0 that will compete with a 2270. |
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