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> 914 GT 3.6 Ferrari Build, - Mechanicals coming along, electronics soon!
SirAndy
post Apr 26 2023, 10:10 PM
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QUOTE(tygaboy @ Apr 26 2023, 05:18 PM) *

Then there's these. Available with a DBW actuator, which is what I'd do.
It would mean I could fit everything under stock body work, which would be kinda cool - the only tell would be the trans peeking out under the bumper. Plus, I'd have all the "trunk" space, which would otherwise be partially occupied by the intake tract and air cleaners.
I'm communicating with the company to get all the details. We'll see.

Probably not going to matter much but from the looks of it you'd give up low end torque for high rpm hp with those ITBs. Less driveability on the street.
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post Apr 26 2023, 10:59 PM
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might just be me but I love the Ferrari on the intakes sticking thru the deck lid. Leaves no question of what is in the engine bay and highlights the uniqueness. With ITB's could be anything from a Porsche/Chevy/Ford/Dodge/Subaru/Toyota/Honda swap, so not nearly as interesting with out a detailed conversation.
In that mind set I am building a ITB system for my -6 conversion that uses 996 manifolds over ITB's. It will be clear that its a Porsche engine but those in the know will scratch there heads with water cooled intake manifolds and air cooled fan on the engine.

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post May 12 2023, 09:14 AM
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Latest update video available for your entertainment. And for those who haven't had the pleasure, you meet Martin in this one!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0EJulpB0lrI
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post May 13 2023, 07:30 AM
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Man oh man, the level of skill and expertise demonstrated in these 2 builds is beyond belief. Keep up the great work Chris and thanks for sharing the process. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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post May 13 2023, 11:22 AM
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In the spirt of re-doing and for extra style points; I suggest sticking with the Ferrari original throttle body arrangement, no down turns, and focus on showcasing the engine like Ferrari likes to do. Combine the 914 engine lid and trunk lid into one...like a Ferrari spiderish engine lid. Diffidently a challenge style wise with the Ferrari engine above the 914 body lines...another level of metal fabrication and more tools... See below for inspiration.

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post May 13 2023, 12:53 PM
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@saladin - I appreciate your input but I'm not going to try that approach. It would impact the trunk nearly all the way back and IMO, that severe a change to an area that large would alter the look far more than I want to. If for some reason I don't like what I can achieve with the current intake mods, I'll look at ITBs.
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post May 13 2023, 01:22 PM
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post Jun 24 2023, 04:08 PM
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Slight delay on this build so I could focus on RacerBenz. Or should I now call it "RollerBenz"! It looks so cool...
And yes, with the drive train and driver position moved to the middle, may I present "Stuck in the Middle Racing". C.LOWNS to the left, J.OKERS to the right...

Follow the build here, if you like this sort of thing:
https://grassrootsmotorsports.com/forum/bui...d/182195/page1/


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post Jun 24 2023, 09:48 PM
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Damn you! I clicked on the thread hoping to get an update on the 914/Ferrari build and instead I get a link to the RacerBenz. Next thing I know I’m spending the afternoon reading the whole build thread…..spoiler alert…the imagination and fab skills just keep getting better. Well at least you help me keep my slacker status up to date.
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post Jun 25 2023, 04:36 AM
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QUOTE(tygaboy @ Jun 24 2023, 03:08 PM) *

And yes, with the drive train and driver position moved to the middle, may I present "Stuck in the Middle Racing". C.LOWNS to the left, J.OKERS to the right...


Careful, some Stealer might get your Wheel...

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post Jun 25 2023, 10:35 AM
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QUOTE(Dave_Darling @ Jun 25 2023, 04:36 AM) *

QUOTE(tygaboy @ Jun 24 2023, 03:08 PM) *

And yes, with the drive train and driver position moved to the middle, may I present "Stuck in the Middle Racing". C.LOWNS to the left, J.OKERS to the right...


Careful, some Stealer might get your Wheel...

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Hopefully Gerry is not up in the Raffertys spying on you!
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post Aug 10 2023, 03:06 PM
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So, I just got the quote for the complete Ferrari shifter assembly. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wacko.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/icon8.gif)

Sorry, I'm gonna need a minute...

Actually, give me a few days.


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post Aug 10 2023, 03:19 PM
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You are probably better off machining your own from scratch and pay a whole lot less… (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif)

$5,000? $10k?
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post Aug 10 2023, 03:49 PM
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post Aug 10 2023, 04:07 PM
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QUOTE(Front yard mechanic @ Aug 10 2023, 02:49 PM) *

Not to sound morbid but look in Honolulu for a toasted one (IMG:style_emoticons/default/unsure.gif)

Might even find a radiator hose ...
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post Aug 10 2023, 04:46 PM
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Dubai has lots of parts cars….not kidding
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post Aug 10 2023, 05:11 PM
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QUOTE(Montreal914 @ Aug 10 2023, 02:19 PM) *

You are probably better off machining your own from scratch and pay a whole lot less… (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif)

$5,000? $10k?

I'm nowhere near smart enough to design/fab something this important. Plus, it is one of, if not THE, key focal points of the car and certainly the primary element of the driving experience. This build deserves the real deal.
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post Aug 10 2023, 05:41 PM
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Dubai has lots of parts cars….not kidding


F1 to manual conversions have created a ridiculous supply/demand price curve for these parts. Dubai likely has folks (with more $) in line for the same parts I need.
I was fortunate enough to have a contact in the conversion business pull in a favor and make it so I even have the chance to buy one. I knew this was going to be a big expense so wasn't totally unpreparred but, holy jebus.
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post Aug 10 2023, 05:44 PM
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QUOTE(SirAndy @ Aug 10 2023, 02:07 PM) *

Might even find a radiator hose ...
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The bullet, she has been bitten: ordered the shifter today.

And about the price, just look at these components. This isn't all of it but (IMG:style_emoticons/default/w00t.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wub.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/drooley.gif) Billet!
And my contact who helped facilitate this being available just drove a car with this shifter and repoted:
"I can honestly say the shift action is absolutely fantastic. Very rifle bolt action, far nicer feeling than the factory stock sloppy version."
And he has perhaps the world's most well developed 360. Good enough for me!

The pic is how it looks installed. Yes, it comes with that "pop up" area under the gate (that's for installing in a 430) Oh boy, I have options for how the console can look!


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