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Posted by: william1764 Jul 17 2010, 09:55 PM

I'm flying out of Baltimore tomorrow 8:30 am for Providence RI. Will take a cab to Newport to take possession of this 74' 2.0. Haven't owned a 914 since my early 20's...25 years ago! My dad will be joining me - he has always owned 911's since his first in 76' - including his current supercharged 993 and is responsible for my p car obsession. I got the 914 bug after driving the 73' he purchased in early 80's for mom and I purchased a 74' 2.0 shortly thereafter - I loved that car.

Funny thing is that I almost didn't buy this car. Had PPI performed by Tangerine 2 weeks ago. After weeks of back and forth and getting a PPI; the seller and I couldn't get together on price and I walked over a 10% difference in opinion...I can be hard headed at times. My wife sensed my disappointment (evidently my sulking was dead give away) and contacted the seller without my knowledge on Friday. Cut a deal with him, purchased plane tickets for both me and dad to go pick up the car tomorrow...she surprised me with this last night – yea, I know I’m one lucky SOB.

I want to thank Tim (seller), Chris at Tangerine, Craig at Camp (yes – it’s a former Camp car) and Don Plant for his advice…as well as, all on this site who have been most helpful during my search over the last 2 months.

I suspect we will be leaving RI for Baltimore around noon tomorrow. I know its crazy but dad and I intend to drive straight thru – 95 degrees / NY city traffic, Jersey Turnpike and all – I hope she’s ready for this!

Thanks again all – current pics to follow soon. Bill

Posted by: ConeDodger Jul 17 2010, 10:12 PM

Congratulations. That is one good looking car.

Posted by: JRust Jul 17 2010, 10:36 PM

Nice! Welcome back to the madness . I hope the drive goes off without a hitch

Posted by: rick 918-S Jul 17 2010, 11:06 PM

Dang!

Posted by: siverson Jul 17 2010, 11:13 PM

That's a great story!

Posted by: Betty Jul 17 2010, 11:21 PM

Congratulations on a beautiful car and a smart wife!

To quote a favorite movie... "You're part of our herd now; dignity is not an option". You sound like our kind of crazy!

I hope you have a great road trip! I hope you and your Dad have a blast!

Oh... and

Posted by: avidfanjpl Jul 17 2010, 11:28 PM

I commend you on your color choice!

Drive safely! There are idiots out there on the 95.

Done that drive recently in a rental seeing my mom back East.

Hope the weather is better than lately.

John

Posted by: Ericv1 Jul 18 2010, 04:36 AM

With the right car, driving shouldn't be a problem. I drove mine from Texas to Ohio when I first purchased( a 15 hour route). Welcome to the obsession and enjoy.

Posted by: okieflyr Jul 18 2010, 07:42 AM

Congradulations on the car! It looks just like my first 914 back in 1981.
Your welcome to stop by my place if you need refreshment or assistance.
I'm right on the PA/DE border 2 min from I-95/495 split. Cell # Six ONE 0-Five Seven 4- Five 2 0 Eight. Enjoy the ride!

Posted by: RobW Jul 18 2010, 11:32 AM

Congrats!

Posted by: Ferg Jul 18 2010, 11:39 AM

Congrats! Is that Jim Chambers old car??

Posted by: pilothyer Jul 18 2010, 12:09 PM

Bill....Give us the story on your trip back and more pics of that beauty.

Posted by: william1764 Jul 19 2010, 09:15 AM

Thanks all. Long story short - the best 8 hour trip in 95 degree weather without air-conditioning EVER! Ran like a champ; pulls stronger than I recall my old 2.0 did . I've started my wish list which I'll address this winter but until then I just plan to drive her. I'll post some pics soon.

Ferg - yes this is Jim's former car. You may know it was sold by Camp to a guy in Newport 3 or so years ago. PO only put 3,000 miles on her since then and took great care of her.

There are a couple issues I'll want to address immediately i.e. VERY low idle (almost stall), a fair amount of exhaust pop on decel, and replace fuel lines with stainless. Other than that it can wait.

Thanks again to all who helped with this. Bill

Posted by: Ferg Jul 19 2010, 09:50 AM

QUOTE(william1764 @ Jul 19 2010, 07:15 AM)

Thanks all. Long story short - the best 8 hour trip in 95 degree weather without air-conditioning EVER! Ran like a champ; pulls stronger than I recall my old 2.0 did . I've started my wish list which I'll address this winter but until then I just plan to drive her. I'll post some pics soon.

Ferg - yes this is Jim's former car. You may know it was sold by Camp to a guy in Newport 3 or so years ago. PO only put 3,000 miles on her since then and took great care of her.

There are a couple issues I'll want to address immediately i.e. VERY low idle (almost stall), a fair amount of exhaust pop on decel, and replace fuel lines with stainless. Other than that it can wait.

Thanks again to all who helped with this. Bill

Posted by: Tom Jul 19 2010, 10:10 AM

Yep,
That is a very nice car. Saw it at camp when I was looking for mine. If I'd had more cash, it would have been in my garage! LOL!
Sent you a PM.
Tom

Posted by: Ferg Jul 19 2010, 02:41 PM

From the West Coast Classic in 2004




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Posted by: william1764 Jul 20 2010, 11:58 AM

Cool. I had the 916 bumpers on my previous 914. Man she looks orange & shiney...must be that west coast sun! Its great to have so much knowledge of its history.

Picked up my "Historic" tags today...kinda strange to think it qualifies for a historic designation - i'm 46, I guess i'm historic now!

Ferg - is Jim Chambers a member of this site? I'd love to get a bit more history on the engine switch.

Posted by: BRAVE_HELIOS Jul 20 2010, 12:29 PM

QUOTE(william1764 @ Jul 17 2010, 09:55 PM)

I'm flying out of Baltimore tomorrow 8:30 am for Providence RI. Will take a cab to Newport to take possession of this 74' 2.0. Haven't owned a 914 since my early 20's...25 years ago! My dad will be joining me - he has always owned 911's since his first in 76' - including his current supercharged 993 and is responsible for my p car obsession. I got the 914 bug after driving the 73' he purchased in early 80's for mom and I purchased a 74' 2.0 shortly thereafter - I loved that car.

Funny thing is that I almost didn't buy this car. Had PPI performed by Tangerine 2 weeks ago. After weeks of back and forth and getting a PPI; the seller and I couldn't get together on price and I walked over a 10% difference in opinion...I can be hard headed at times. My wife sensed my disappointment (evidently my sulking was dead give away) and contacted the seller without my knowledge on Friday. Cut a deal with him, purchased plane tickets for both me and dad to go pick up the car tomorrow...she surprised me with this last night – yea, I know I’m one lucky SOB.

I want to thank Tim (seller), Chris at Tangerine, Craig at Camp (yes – it’s a former Camp car) and Don Plant for his advice…as well as, all on this site who have been most helpful during my search over the last 2 months.

I suspect we will be leaving RI for Baltimore around noon tomorrow. I know its crazy but dad and I intend to drive straight thru – 95 degrees / NY city traffic, Jersey Turnpike and all – I hope she’s ready for this!

Thanks again all – current pics to follow soon. Bill

Posted by: Ferg Jul 20 2010, 12:40 PM

QUOTE(william1764 @ Jul 20 2010, 09:58 AM)

Posted by: rwilner Jul 21 2010, 04:52 AM

QUOTE(william1764 @ Jul 20 2010, 09:58 AM)

Posted by: MDG Jul 21 2010, 06:05 AM

QUOTE(rwilner @ Jul 21 2010, 06:52 AM)

QUOTE(william1764 @ Jul 20 2010, 09:58 AM)

Man she looks orange & shiney...

Orange is the fastest!!

Posted by: Tom Jul 21 2010, 06:07 AM

Phoenix red!
Tom

Posted by: william1764 Jul 21 2010, 10:06 AM

QUOTE(rwilner @ Jul 21 2010, 02:52 AM)

QUOTE(william1764 @ Jul 20 2010, 09:58 AM)

Man she looks orange & shiney...

Orange is the fastest!!



Have a blast with it.

Posted by: Spoke Jul 21 2010, 10:19 AM

Nice score. BTW, your wife is awesome for setting things up for you.

Posted by: william1764 Jul 21 2010, 10:25 AM

QUOTE(Tom @ Jul 21 2010, 04:07 AM)

Phoenix red!
Tom

Posted by: william1764 Jul 21 2010, 10:27 AM

QUOTE(Spoke @ Jul 21 2010, 08:19 AM)

Posted by: warrenoliver Jul 21 2010, 06:34 PM

There are a couple issues I'll want to address immediately i.e. VERY low idle (almost stall), a fair amount of exhaust pop on decel, and replace fuel lines with stainless. Other than that it can wait.

Thanks again to all who helped with this. Bill
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Bill,

That exhaust pop may be caused by the ECU dial turned all the way to the left (lean I think). Don't do as I did and try to fix the popping by removing and reinstalling the exhaust system with new gaskets - several times. My popping was finally cured when I turned that dial to the middle of its range.

Who knows, it may help that idle problem also.

Good luck.


Warrenoliver

Posted by: william1764 Jul 21 2010, 08:07 PM

[quote name='warrenoliver' date='Jul 21 2010, 04:34 PM' post='1346268']
There are a couple issues I'll want to address immediately i.e. VERY low idle (almost stall), a fair amount of exhaust pop on decel, and replace fuel lines with stainless. Other than that it can wait.

Thanks again to all who helped with this. Bill
[/quote]



Bill,

That exhaust pop may be caused by the ECU dial turned all the way to the left (lean I think). Don't do as I did and try to fix the popping by removing and reinstalling the exhaust system with new gaskets - several times. My popping was finally cured when I turned that dial to the middle of its range.

Who knows, it may help that idle problem also.



Good luck.


Warrenoliver
[/quote]

Thanks Warren.

Some background on my mechanical skills...NONE but I'm trying!

Question - what the heck is the ECU dial and where is it located:confused:

Posted by: william1764 Jul 22 2010, 08:46 AM

[quote name='william1764' date='Jul 21 2010, 06:07 PM' post='1346318']
[quote name='warrenoliver' date='Jul 21 2010, 04:34 PM' post='1346268']
There are a couple issues I'll want to address immediately i.e. VERY low idle (almost stall), a fair amount of exhaust pop on decel, and replace fuel lines with stainless. Other than that it can wait.

Thanks again to all who helped with this. Bill
[/quote]



Bill,

That exhaust pop may be caused by the ECU dial turned all the way to the left (lean I think). Don't do as I did and try to fix the popping by removing and reinstalling the exhaust system with new gaskets - several times. My popping was finally cured when I turned that dial to the middle of its range.

Who knows, it may help that idle problem also.



Good luck.


Warrenoliver
[/quote]

Thanks Warren.

Some background on my mechanical skills...NONE but I'm trying!

Question - what the heck is the ECU dial and where is it located:confused:
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