Turbo 914?????? Options

[ne14914]

I am thinking of adding a Turbo Unit to my 914. It currently is a 1973 F.I. 1.7. I am getting different opinions and need some input.

Are there any kits for a 914, and if so, where can I purchase one?

Should I keep my F.I. or convert to a Weber Carb?

Will I have to fabricate any parts - and if so - what?

Do you recommend any reliable mechanics in the Los Angeles area? I live in San Bernadino County but commuting is no big deal.

For those of you that have a Turbo Unit - what problems can I expect from it? Is it reliable?

Thanks for the feed back.

Craig

[Evill Ed]

>>Hey Ed,

ditto on what Mark said [smile.gif]<<

Thanks Mike. Sounds like you're building a nice ride too.


>>Copper head gaskets? Are these readily available or a custom job?<<

Got them from John at Aircooled.net. Has has a few type 4 sizes available. I think they were $90- Reuasble too, just heat cherry red and let air cool. They seal really well.

>>Any special treatment to the mating surface of the cylinders where they mate to the head?

Thanks,

Mike<<

No special treatment. Just had the heads machined nice and flat and smoothed the cylinder tops on some emery cloth over a piece of 1/2 glass. That be it.

Regards,
Ed