911E Engine Availability

[mattC2993]

As I wait for my new 911E to arrive I've had lots of time to mull over engine options. It has a '73 2.4T in it now. What are the chances of finding a complete '70 2.2E MFI engine these days? How many arms and legs would that cost?

[E Sully]

I would suggest also checking with the folks at Early 911S Registry - The Front Page
As far as arms and legs, my 911T has taken all I've got.

[ckissick]

Unless you get incredibly lucky and find the "matching number" engine, it's probably not worth the expense and trouble. My '70 911E had a '78 3.0 and it went like a bat out of hell. And the Webers were easy to maintain. I saw no need to change. That's just me, though.

[mattC2993]

Originally Posted by ckissick

Unless you get incredibly lucky and find the "matching number" engine, it's probably not worth the expense and trouble. My '70 911E had a '78 3.0 and it went like a bat out of hell. And the Webers were easy to maintain. I saw no need to change. That's just me, though.

I think I would be lucky enough just finding a 911E engine for a reasonable dollar! I could probably buy the components (long block and MFI system in pieces) off of Ebay for $12k but.....

[RSTarga]

there is a lost and found post on the registry, you could try and find your original engine there. Meanwhile most plug in a 3.2 or 3.6 back there. A lot cheaper and more power.

[mattC2993]

Originally Posted by RSTarga

there is a lost and found post on the registry, you could try and find your original engine there. Meanwhile most plug in a 3.2 or 3.6 back there. A lot cheaper and more power.

Slippery slope though. Add a tranny, clutch and new brakes to start....not saying I won't go there.

[Charles Freeborn]

...and don't forget to upgrade oil cooler, Torsion bars, sway bars and mounts....
Give EASY in Emeryville CA a shout, or Parts Heaven, also in CA. There are a few dismantlers that deal in Porsche - get on the phone and start chasing leads...

[Dodge Man]

Bergo has a 74 with a 2.2 located. A 74 really needs the 3.0 or 3.2 so it may be worth a PM. It may be carbs but it is a 2.2. Maybe check the numbers? Best of luck.

[totle]

My friend has a 2.4 Mfi he might want to sell/trade.
Let me check it up.

[mattC2993]

I'd be looking for a 2.2 MFI - 911/01 s/n starting with 620 0001 or greater if I am not mistaken.