Gary_C

I have a 2.7 in my '69 911. It runs well. But I keep hearing from different sources, that other choices might be more worthwhile.
I had inquired about some 2.7's that are for sale, but wanted to hear some of your views on this.We have another '69 911 ,a nd it's a project car needing an engine.
Thanks!
Gary

d230

All this depends upon what state your 2.7 is in? When the occasion comes for some engine work, have the studs checked to see if they're pulled. If so, you might be in trouble. 2.7s, because of their magnesium case, pull their steel headstuds; this happens from a difference in metals from how I understand it.

Rebuilding a 2.7 is expensive business. $8-10K from what I've heard. I was in that position two years ago with my '74 911, so I instead bought a very low mileage 3.0 and popped that in. It was an easy job, and I saved about $2K-3K.

3.2s are also an option, but they require a bit more work to put in, plus their torque really puts a 901 transmission (if that's what you have in your car) through a workout. You can even go to a 3.6, but now you're talking a very high-dollar engine swap.

Have your 2.7 checked out. If it's in good shape, then don't worry about it. They're very reliable engines - again if they're in good shape.

Gary_C

The 2.7 in my car, has a '73 2.4 block. It's some of the other engines listed that I've been considering for our project car.That I needed to get some thoughts on from the Forum folks here.
I have thought about the 3.0 as you mentioned and perhaps that should be the way we go on it.
Thanks for the input! I appreciate the help!
Gary

RoninLB

the rep of a 2.7 may not be a bad thing.. probably the best bang for the $,$$$. IF you get a properly/completely rebuilt engine w/case savers, forged pistons, Raceware studs & rod bolts.. and the 7R case.. they're out there........Ron