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06-13-2006 01:58 PM #1
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Engine help for a Chevy novice
hey everyone. i need some help. im starting a project of putting in a SBC into a Porsche 914. my own little hotrod project. but the transmission i will be using cannot take over 300 hp / 300 ft torque. what engine would you recommend i start with. is a 283 to small, or a 350 to big, should i try a 327. any recomendations would be great. thanks
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06-13-2006 03:41 PM #2
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Vortech engine!!
Its gunna take longer than u thought and its gunna cost more too(plan ahead!)
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06-13-2006 05:12 PM #3
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go with a minor built up 283, they have a shorter stroke and wind up quicker like an original porsche engine... they're a little less torquey but torque is more what will damage your transmission than HP.....just because your car is faster, doesn't mean i cant outdrive you... give me a curvy mountain road and i'll beat you any day
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06-14-2006 01:44 AM #4
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I agree, go with the 283. You can build it pretty hot and not exceed those specs. The throttle response and max rpm's will make you happy in such a light car.
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