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[76-914]

Hmmmmmm, mine is an EZ30D, not the EG33.

[mgp4591]

Hmmmmmm, mine is an EZ30D, not the EG33.

But didn't you start off with an EG33 then move to the EZ30? And why, maybe besides the weight and size? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif)

[76-914]

Initially I thought I would go the EG route but the length and improvements on the EZ model turned me. BIGKAT83 started w/ a 3.3 then went w/ a 3.0. BTW, the EZ's are only 1.5" longer than the 4's.

[mgp4591]

Initially I thought I would go the EG route but the length and improvements on the EZ model turned me. BIGKAT83 started w/ a 3.3 then went w/ a 3.0. BTW, the EZ's are only 1.5" longer than the 4's.

I know the size is a big improvement and thus the weight also, but when I picked up a running SVX with 109k for only 1500 bucks it made sense to stick with that. It fits altho it will be a bit tight, it weighs a bit more but still acceptable and the parts options are deep with it only being 2 more cylinders than the 2.2. The basic engine is bulletproof like a 2.2, but the sound of a flat-plane crank is rather exotic and it's gonna haul ass... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif)

[badmiata]

I saw this on 818 forums. Its very expensive $350+, but it is pretty sweet looking. Its being used for WRX trans I assume it would work for us in a 914. Planned on adding a photo but i cant?? its called a K Tuned No Cut K Swap Shifter Box K20 K24 Swap EF EG EK DC2 for a honda and the photo is on thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?13606-RoRi-s-818S-Build-Thread

[charliew]

well I'm still lurking and watching all the new ideas and thought I would get this back to the top for updates guys. I got sidetracked for awhile with pacemakers. I wish pacemaker tuners were as good as opensource or megasquirt or stinger guys but they aren't and only will get better as the users get more educated. I still want my 914 to roll with all my goodies completed one day. My son has decided he wants a new awd project so I may be on my own with the subie 4 cyl stuff. His sti was dynowed a couple of years ago at about 490 awd hp on e85 on a 98* day in dallas after a 90 mile drive. I have lots of time in his setup on fabbing but he is the tuner mechanic and he has decided he is tired of working on a street hotrod. It is hard to get to almost anything on that awd gocart. I wanted to buy it and just put it in the shop for him when he is my age (71) but he is 34 and doesn't see the greatness of that idea. Oh how I wish I had my first hotrod still. Sorry for the rant, This is a great resource that needs updates or at least new thread links.

[76-914]

Where the Hell have you been, Charlie? Good to see you back in the stable and looking forward to your posts. How have to locals accepted the SS presence? I used to deliver "take out dinners" to those boy's when they watched over LBJ's daughter in Austin. IIRC, they had absolutely no sense of humor. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/rolleyes.gif)

[charliew]

I forget to ask my friends who go to the same church but the ss must blend in well. Also the anoited ones might be up north consoling the younger one with their dad.

[Optimusglen]

Any info on putting the radiator in the engine compartment?

[76-914]

Go to the Restoration & Build Threads Forums section. A lot of us have detailed it in our build threads. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)

[charliew]

Any info on putting the radiator in the engine compartment?

not enough airflow in the engine compartment for a 2-500hp motor radiator. that was done many years ago with a stock non turbo na suby google is your friend

[mepstein]

Initially I thought I would go the EG route but the length and improvements on the EZ model turned me. BIGKAT83 started w/ a 3.3 then went w/ a 3.0. BTW, the EZ's are only 1.5" longer than the 4's.

I know the size is a big improvement and thus the weight also, but when I picked up a running SVX with 109k for only 1500 bucks it made sense to stick with that. It fits altho it will be a bit tight, it weighs a bit more but still acceptable and the parts options are deep with it only being 2 more cylinders than the 2.2. The basic engine is bulletproof like a 2.2, but the sound of a flat-plane crank is rather exotic and it's gonna haul ass... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif)

I paid $500 for one with 180K but I figured once I get the conversion running, I could always buy a 2nd engine to play with. $200 for an mt5 trans with axles and starter. $550 to have the wire harness converted. I paid my local mechanic $100 to pull the engine and then once I pulled the main harness in his lot, he got rid of the car. Best $100 i've ever spent. Amerson is going to install the running gear and fab a front radiator but even if I had a smaller engine, it would get a front rad. It just makes sense to put it out in the fresh moving air vs dead hot air in the engine compartment.

[r_towle]

Initially I thought I would go the EG route but the length and improvements on the EZ model turned me. BIGKAT83 started w/ a 3.3 then went w/ a 3.0. BTW, the EZ's are only 1.5" longer than the 4's.

I know the size is a big improvement and thus the weight also, but when I picked up a running SVX with 109k for only 1500 bucks it made sense to stick with that. It fits altho it will be a bit tight, it weighs a bit more but still acceptable and the parts options are deep with it only being 2 more cylinders than the 2.2. The basic engine is bulletproof like a 2.2, but the sound of a flat-plane crank is rather exotic and it's gonna haul ass... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif)

I paid $500 for one with 180K but I figured once I get the conversion running, I could always buy a 2nd engine to play with. $200 for an mt5 trans with axles and starter. $550 to have the wire harness converted. I paid my local mechanic $100 to pull the engine and then once I pulled the main harness in his lot, he got rid of the car. Best $100 i've ever spent. Amerson is going to install the running gear and fab a front radiator but even if I had a smaller engine, it would get a front rad. It just makes sense to put it out in the fresh moving air vs dead hot air in the engine compartment.

You paid $550.00 to have a wiring harness converted to mate a 914?

[mepstein]

Initially I thought I would go the EG route but the length and improvements on the EZ model turned me. BIGKAT83 started w/ a 3.3 then went w/ a 3.0. BTW, the EZ's are only 1.5" longer than the 4's.

I know the size is a big improvement and thus the weight also, but when I picked up a running SVX with 109k for only 1500 bucks it made sense to stick with that. It fits altho it will be a bit tight, it weighs a bit more but still acceptable and the parts options are deep with it only being 2 more cylinders than the 2.2. The basic engine is bulletproof like a 2.2, but the sound of a flat-plane crank is rather exotic and it's gonna haul ass... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif)

I paid $500 for one with 180K but I figured once I get the conversion running, I could always buy a 2nd engine to play with. $200 for an mt5 trans with axles and starter. $550 to have the wire harness converted. I paid my local mechanic $100 to pull the engine and then once I pulled the main harness in his lot, he got rid of the car. Best $100 i've ever spent. Amerson is going to install the running gear and fab a front radiator but even if I had a smaller engine, it would get a front rad. It just makes sense to put it out in the fresh moving air vs dead hot air in the engine compartment.

You paid $550.00 to have a wiring harness converted to mate a 914?

Yes. Worth every penny.

[r_towle]

Initially I thought I would go the EG route but the length and improvements on the EZ model turned me. BIGKAT83 started w/ a 3.3 then went w/ a 3.0. BTW, the EZ's are only 1.5" longer than the 4's.

I know the size is a big improvement and thus the weight also, but when I picked up a running SVX with 109k for only 1500 bucks it made sense to stick with that. It fits altho it will be a bit tight, it weighs a bit more but still acceptable and the parts options are deep with it only being 2 more cylinders than the 2.2. The basic engine is bulletproof like a 2.2, but the sound of a flat-plane crank is rather exotic and it's gonna haul ass... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif)

I paid $500 for one with 180K but I figured once I get the conversion running, I could always buy a 2nd engine to play with. $200 for an mt5 trans with axles and starter. $550 to have the wire harness converted. I paid my local mechanic $100 to pull the engine and then once I pulled the main harness in his lot, he got rid of the car. Best $100 i've ever spent. Amerson is going to install the running gear and fab a front radiator but even if I had a smaller engine, it would get a front rad. It just makes sense to put it out in the fresh moving air vs dead hot air in the engine compartment.

You paid $550.00 to have a wiring harness converted to mate a 914?

Yes. Worth every penny.

Sounds like a business opportunity.

[mepstein]

Initially I thought I would go the EG route but the length and improvements on the EZ model turned me. BIGKAT83 started w/ a 3.3 then went w/ a 3.0. BTW, the EZ's are only 1.5" longer than the 4's.

I know the size is a big improvement and thus the weight also, but when I picked up a running SVX with 109k for only 1500 bucks it made sense to stick with that. It fits altho it will be a bit tight, it weighs a bit more but still acceptable and the parts options are deep with it only being 2 more cylinders than the 2.2. The basic engine is bulletproof like a 2.2, but the sound of a flat-plane crank is rather exotic and it's gonna haul ass... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif)

I paid $500 for one with 180K but I figured once I get the conversion running, I could always buy a 2nd engine to play with. $200 for an mt5 trans with axles and starter. $550 to have the wire harness converted. I paid my local mechanic $100 to pull the engine and then once I pulled the main harness in his lot, he got rid of the car. Best $100 i've ever spent. Amerson is going to install the running gear and fab a front radiator but even if I had a smaller engine, it would get a front rad. It just makes sense to put it out in the fresh moving air vs dead hot air in the engine compartment.

You paid $550.00 to have a wiring harness converted to mate a 914?

Yes. Worth every penny.

Sounds like a business opportunity.

It is for the guy who did it for me. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
He mostly does vanagon conversions.
It takes a lot of time.
He made it to fit the 914.
I know my limits and wiring far exceeds them.