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Originally Posted by Macroni
Yes, but it just doesn't feel right; in the way I cringe at an LS or Suby application....
It's not a kind power-train solution to what appears to be a very nice representation.
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The problem with most engine swaps is they’re done horribly badly, especially the small block Chevy swaps, so they give swaps a bad name.
Take a look at Mike’s 912 swap here , it’s a brilliantly done 912 swap. I’m in a similar boat to the OP. But I can’t afford a 2.7 engine and build, would cost upwards of $10.000.
I’ve got a 76 912, and I worked out the numbers: it would cost me more the build the existing VW bus engine up to 2.7 performance level than it would cost to build and swap in a real 2.7.
So swaping in a Subie motor, but going to massive pains to make it look and feel period correct. And they’ll be no ****ing radiator in my trunk! I’m making sure everything is as stealth as possible. Even found a cam that has almost the identical profile to the 356 super 90 cam, so going for a very similar engine feel and sound.
http://forums.pelicanparts.com/porsche-911-technical-forum/488187-help-me-style-beat-up-old-912-a-16.html
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