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Thu Oct 21, 2004 5:20 pm

I know that the Type 4 block is the same block used in the Porsche 914. My question is this: will a 914 FI set up transfer to a VW Type 4 long block?

Fri Oct 22, 2004 5:43 am

I don't see any reason why not. I think the 2L is a little wider than the 1.7 and 1.8, so there might be a difference in the runner lengths for the intake, but besides that, it should be a direct swap.

Oh yea, the 2.0 has a 3 bolts where the intake mounts to the head as opposed to four bolts on the 1.7/8.

Fri Oct 22, 2004 6:10 am

So if it is a 2.0 FI set-up, some modification would be necessary, otherwise, if it is off of a 1.7 or 1.8 914, it should just slap on it..... right?

Fri Oct 22, 2004 7:58 am

I am by no means an expert, but I do have 2 914's and more type 4 engines than tye 1's, and as far as I know, it should be a slap and go project.

Fri Oct 22, 2004 9:10 am

coolness -- thanks for the info!!

Fri Oct 22, 2004 1:27 pm

Here's a link you might find useful for the FI system.

http://members.rennlist.com/pbanders/DJetParts.htm#parts