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Originally posted by kaisen
I'd be happy to lend my input.

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Here's my idea - if I ever do such a thing. Buy a junked up 911 - put turbo or RSR flares on it, wide wheels; probably 17-inch, and the above motor, or something like it.

My question is what 5 spd. transmission would work with it. If need be, yes, I'd use a 4 spd from a 930, but could that transmission handle 400 hp? Or 500 hp?

New or used engine? How much to rebuild? Any flaws in the engine that I should know about?

Also, suspension - with this conversion, probably some 31 mm torsions in back, 23mm in front. Konis or Bilstein Sports all around.

Main question: is the 911 even a good starting point for such a conversion? Or would something like a Miata be better? I know both the Miata and 911 are worlds apart, but I'm looking for bang for the buck.

I'm not interested in a 914 conversion as of yet. But I'm willing to listen to those who support such conversions.
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