Papa got a new engine!!
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Papa got a new engine!!
Our race car, Papa Smurf, got a new engine this week.
3.4 liter. 289 RWHP
Maiden voyage was the Carolinas PCA Club this weekend. It took me a little while to get used to all the power (previous engine had 168 RWHP) but once I did....WOW! For a little while, I was able to keep up with the cup cars!! I now run GT3R.
However..I had brake issues, linkage issues, throttle cable issues....issue issues... you name it, something went wrong. But...when all was good, it was a blast!
3.4 liter. 289 RWHP
Maiden voyage was the Carolinas PCA Club this weekend. It took me a little while to get used to all the power (previous engine had 168 RWHP) but once I did....WOW! For a little while, I was able to keep up with the cup cars!! I now run GT3R.
However..I had brake issues, linkage issues, throttle cable issues....issue issues... you name it, something went wrong. But...when all was good, it was a blast!
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'71 914/6 Huey
'04 GT3
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704-395-2975
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'71 914/6 Huey
'04 GT3
Last edited by NaroEscape; 10-30-2011 at 10:29 PM.
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The GT5 motor was 2.2, 170 rwhp.
Actually, it wasnt as bad as I thought once I got good tires. However, I know I'm not driving it to its potential because I only dropped 4 sec/lap from my May lap times with the old engine.
Actually, it wasnt as bad as I thought once I got good tires. However, I know I'm not driving it to its potential because I only dropped 4 sec/lap from my May lap times with the old engine.
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I wish. I'm an idiot.... I ran out and got a new GoPro and realized I had no way to mount it on my roll bar. Tried the inside windshield on the pass side, but then realized I couldn't remember how to get t to record. And i couldnt reach it buckled in....I never took the time to figure it out, so no video.
I really wish I had it, the enduro was fun until the throttle cable disconnected. I was keeping close to the cup cars for 5-7 laps!!
I really wish I had it, the enduro was fun until the throttle cable disconnected. I was keeping close to the cup cars for 5-7 laps!!
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Selling it off all as parts. It's completely dissasembled right now. Once I get everything sorted out, I'll post it all here and on 914world. The big things are the cams (2 sets), P&C's, original 914/6 engine case, ported heads, crank, MSD ignition, etc. No carbs - they've been sold already...
I could sell it all as a package, or in pieces. I'll list them both ways. Haven't sold anything but the carbs yet.
I could sell it all as a package, or in pieces. I'll list them both ways. Haven't sold anything but the carbs yet.
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Wing....yeah, that's the next step. now that we have power, we need grip.
Don't know yet. It's been suggested to get a 996 cup wing. we'll see when I get there....
Don't know yet. It's been suggested to get a 996 cup wing. we'll see when I get there....
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The funny thing is our 'street' 914 has a 3.2, and I felt it was quicker than our race car... Now...not so much...
Whos got the 3.6 car from Charleston?
Whos got the 3.6 car from Charleston?
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Gordon King built one a few years back. IIRC, Autometrics did the work, car was red.
Cars come and go with Gordon so he may not have it anymore. I do know of a 911 project he is currently working on.
Cars come and go with Gordon so he may not have it anymore. I do know of a 911 project he is currently working on.
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this new engine came from Autometrics, and they installed it.