[Trackrash]

Even if it would not be my first choice, a SWB 2,2 E would be a sweet ride. I guess if 912 prices go stupid you could always put it back.

I guess your real challenge will be whether you are going to do the wrenching on the 2,2. Then if you could find an honest, competent, experienced mechanic that you can trust, to help with the details of the motor you would be way ahead of the game.

The biggest question mark with this motor is the bottom end and case. The conventional wisdom used to be that the 2,2s weren't too hard on the cases. But with not history on the motor it is a crap shoot for sure.

If it was my motor I would pull the top end and the rods. If the rod bearings look good, great, don't split the case. The issue with these motors is with the cylinders, they will probably need work. If they are in spec and there is not corrosion from sitting, you have won the motor lotto. Realistically they will need to be bored or plated. The 2,2 heads are also rather robust, but plan on at least new guides, a good valve job and possibly new valves and machining the sealing surfaces.

That shouldn't break the bank if you can do all the wrenching, otherwise like has been mentioned probably a hunk of change to have a pro do all the work.