small block Chevy in a 911 - is this a joke?
08-24-2009, 04:36 AM
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That could work very well. Years ago there was a conversion of a supercharged Mazda rotary in a VW bug that was seriously quick that was written up in a lot of car magazines.
08-24-2009, 01:38 PM
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I think the seller is wrong about the CA emissions....I believe it has to be at least a '75 or earlier to be exempt. As a '76 this could be a real nightmare to smog. Can you say track only?
08-24-2009, 02:47 PM
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Anyone else see this on ebay? wouldn't have thought you could fit a V8 in the engine bay of a 911 and still have a reasonable rear ride height.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Porsc...ht_1875wt_1167
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Porsc...ht_1875wt_1167
Actually a chevy small block with Aluminum block and cylinder heads compares favorably weightwise with our boxers.
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08-24-2009, 06:16 PM
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I am amazed that a V8 will fit in there in rear engine configuration. I remember seeing a picture of a big block V8 in a 911 as a mid-engine, where the motor was practically on the rear seat. Do they use the original transmissions for these conversions. I am also surprised that a V8 is not heavier than the flat six.
Now, the subaru boxer is a good idea for a Porsche. I don't think you can get it past the German TUEV, though.
Now, the subaru boxer is a good idea for a Porsche. I don't think you can get it past the German TUEV, though.
