I'll chime in here because I'm doing the research now as well. I was going to do a T4 turbo but a ride in a friends 914-V8 conversion changed my mind
My main concern right now is getting the engine to fit without cutting up any bodywork in the rear too keep it looking stock.
I'm using a 914 gearbox which is already installed and the rear of the bellhousing is at the stock 4 speed location. I can't move it any further forward without hacking into the torsion tubes ... and then there is the low sump ... don't want to raise the rear of the bug up. I've heard the 914 gearbox can take about 300 hp/300 tq without killing itself.
The pipes / rad / wiring are minor to me ... just have to make it fit first !
Keep the questions coming ! because I'm learning too !
Sandeep
October 28th 2005, 23:10
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