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Originally Posted by porschetub
Think the OP has comited to a 6 conversion regardless,unsure why he would want to sell up and buy a 911,if the 912 is a good tub why not ?,engine mounts done ,oil tank and lines etc,even the motor in stock form rebuilt if needed with provide a handy fun driving experience and as mentioned the sale of the 4 cylinder will offset a top end rebuild @ least.
Good luck.
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As we have seen, there are some 912 conversions that have brought big money. But there are merits in keeping a 912 a 912. There is no shame in this. It is possible to build a 912 engine with very little mods to make 130hp (this engine might even make close to this, as it has a big bore kit, etc). This would be enough as it would be a lighter car. The 912 engine I believe weighs 150 pounds less than a 911 engine.
I am just saying that these ideas are great and all, and I can see where people lead themselves down this path and it can become a headache. The car becomes worth less. The OP even originally said he has limited knowledge and skill. Why not learn everything there is about 912s and cherry it out? Go through the suspension, brakes, tunnel lines. Make it safe and clean.
He can do whatever he wants. It just seems like a false economy when clearly the car has other needs. You could sell the E engine, go top-to-bottom on the brakes and suspension, then maybe new paint, and have a very nice safe car.
It just seems like a lot of hassle when the car is already running and it is able to be enjoyed. It seems you could increase your skill level with basic mechanics and have fun with the car, than saying "Lets throw a questionable engine into a questionable chassis, and see there that leads because It's cool and I need the extra 40 horsepower."
It's all I have to say.