type 4 build

[amfe]

edited as after reading I realized I asked to vague of a question.

I have a type 4 1700cc (EA stamp) running engine all original and needs a refresh.
Engine is going into a baja bug with the Cali conversion. It is going to be a fun car not a daily driver.

assuming the crank checks out would the following be a decent choice as a starting point or would you recommend something else?

web cam 163 grind
96 pistons
duel Weber 40 idf's
1 5/8 exhaust
Heads? I know I would need to have the 1700 heads bored out and a valve job done. I do not really know what to do here. New heads? or any recommended shops that I can send my used ones to? any recommendations?

[sideshow]

With as long as it take to change an engine in a baja I suggest building both. Per CC the t-4 will make more torque and cost you far more money

I would run it “as is’ in the beginning, the 1.7 were very near perfect out of the box, 40s are great

Location?

[amfe]

Sorry Slideshow I just caught this, been busy at work. I probably will build both eventually. I am currently living in Oklahoma

[patto]

I would keep the heads and have a reputable VW porter just clean them up and install some larger valves and they also come with the desirable lifters which you can fit the porsche valve adjuster to.

[Shopoz]

Were you able to install the larger valves and have it cleaned?

[Clatter]

I’d check Adrian at Headflow Masters
Or European Motor Works for heads

Get 42 x 36 while you’re at it if they need seats.