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> First 914 build... V8 twin turbo SBC, 1974 v8tt conversion project
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post Apr 15 2014, 02:44 PM
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Hi everyone...I am new to the 914 world although not new to Porsche's. I have owned 3 944's and actually loved every one of them. I came across a craigslist ad for a v8 914 and well.....here it goes.. wish me luck ...any and all input is appreciated.

This engine is just set in place as mock up only...thats actually a 1966 283 out of a ChevyII

I dont know why this radiator is where its at...going to get a race aluminum in the front

lots of work to do here..

will have lots of parts to sale off of this project

definitely going to need some more space for 12 inch wide tires..so probably won't look like this when i'm done
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post Apr 15 2014, 02:56 PM
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Your first challenge will be to find a suitable transaxle capable of withstanding twin turbo power.

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post Apr 15 2014, 03:06 PM
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I honestly think you should start by getting it going with just the SBC and then plan the twin turbo if it isnt scary enough.

I love 944s and would love to put a LS motor in that instead!
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post Apr 15 2014, 03:14 PM
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I have my photos of the car up on photobucket but cant seem to get them here...i am new to posting on forums any help would be great....and yes transaxle will be an issue i agree...but then again i am looking to do a retro look and not really high hp...400-500 hp is the absolute most i want ... well....
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post Apr 15 2014, 03:15 PM
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i agree totally
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post Apr 15 2014, 03:20 PM
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The beginning...
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post Apr 15 2014, 03:23 PM
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QUOTE(beam944 @ Apr 15 2014, 02:14 PM) *

I have my photos of the car up on photobucket but cant seem to get them here...i am new to posting on forums any help would be great....and yes transaxle will be an issue i agree...but then again i am looking to do a retro look and not really high hp...400-500 hp is the absolute most i want ... well....


when you have the image up on photobucket there should be a list on the right that has says "link to share" click on the IMG link and paste (CTRL-V) on reply and voila pictures!
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post Apr 15 2014, 03:25 PM
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Thanks!
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post Apr 15 2014, 03:27 PM
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post Apr 15 2014, 03:30 PM
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Thanks alot 2mAn! so this is much easier now..
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post Apr 15 2014, 03:38 PM
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QUOTE(beam944 @ Apr 15 2014, 02:30 PM) *

Thanks alot 2mAn! so this is much easier now..


no problem (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welcome.png)

honestly, sell the turbo manifolds use that money either towards the renegade radiator setup (I think its around 750-1000). the next thing would be to properly mount the transmission, that chain link looks (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wacko.gif)
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post Apr 15 2014, 03:42 PM
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I know you say ditch the turbos...but i cant get the thought out of my head...lol ... yes the chain has got to go...this is how i got it...needless to say alot of work to be done. I am going for era correct age on everything as if someone in 1974 did a v8 conversion.
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post Apr 15 2014, 03:57 PM
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I saw that car on Craigslist. I almost made a move when it first popped up. Should be a good project.
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post Apr 15 2014, 04:12 PM
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I have looked at v8 conversions before and no how much they can be...for the price I had too...but it does need a lot of work
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post Apr 15 2014, 04:54 PM
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QUOTE(dlee6204 @ Apr 15 2014, 05:57 PM) *

I saw that car on Craigslist. I almost made a move when it first popped up. Should be a good project.


Saw it also 1200$

And V8 conversions started in the early 70's
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post Apr 15 2014, 05:13 PM
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Looks like a cool project! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif)

Post a lot of pictures as you go.

Getting it running would make it more fun while you plan your next step.

Too many of these turn into 3 years on jack stands before turning a wheel.

Ask me how I know... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/rolleyes.gif)

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post Apr 15 2014, 05:34 PM
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Next week starts the build... Have to finish a little Jackson supercharged Honda first...lol
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post Apr 15 2014, 11:05 PM
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400 to 500 horse power??!! That transmission won't last unless you really baby it. But how much fun would that be. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif)
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post Apr 15 2014, 11:54 PM
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tony is running 400+ in his with a 901 for the past 5+ years and he doesn't "baby it" but he doesn't punish it either.
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