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Posted by: taylordm@att.net Apr 16 2013, 08:20 AM

Trying to get my 914 going, does anyone know a good mechanic near Blue Springs Missouri?

Posted by: The Cabinetmaker Apr 16 2013, 09:07 AM

What part of MO is bluesprings?

Posted by: Tilly74 Apr 16 2013, 10:17 AM

I live in Springfield, Mo and wouldn't mind traveling. I would consider myself a "mechanic", not by trade, but by hobby. I usually work on motorcycles, and do all my own service work on my personal vehicles. What kind of help are you needing?

Posted by: taylordm@att.net Apr 24 2013, 06:52 AM

The car has been in storage for 8 years. We drained the gas, bought a new battery, put new gas (and injector treatment in the gas). The only time it fires is when we put gas in directly in. It runs for 4-5 seconds then dies.

Posted by: taylordm@att.net Apr 24 2013, 06:53 AM

Blue Springs is about 15 miles from Kansas City. Sorry for the late reply, I was out of town for work.

Posted by: agentblr Apr 24 2013, 07:20 AM

Im in downtown Lees Summit. Could probably help you out this weekend if you can get the car over to my shop.

Posted by: taylordm@att.net Apr 24 2013, 09:31 AM

What is the name of your shop? Can you recommend a reputable tow company in the area?

Posted by: taylordm@att.net Apr 24 2013, 02:07 PM

What is the name of your shop? Can you recommend a reputable tow company in the area?

Posted by: 442nd914s Apr 25 2013, 10:49 AM

I had the same exact problem after reinstalling the rebuilt engine. Turned out to be fuel pressure. Im in Warrensburg 1 hr east of Kc. Theres only 3 places that work on Pcars. Porsche dealer in Merriam, 2 local Pcar shop ( Das Auto Work) up the rd from Porsche dealership (specializes in old pcars), 3 BHR by the Crown Center KC.
Pm me if u like. I might b able to help.

Posted by: pcar916 Apr 25 2013, 11:10 AM

Injectors gum up too and probably did if stored with gas in the lines. After that long I'd test each of them (briefly, they're rated for about 3v) with a six volt battery and make sure they buzz actively. Or you can take them to a commercial injector place that has an injector profiler. They can test them for pattern and flow and replace the rubbers for about $20 each.

Frankly, just to get them going I've done the battery thing and gently knocked the bases (not the actual fuel hole... that's metered) with a brass drift or wood to get them buzzing. That's not as good as getting them tested but got it going. Then officially tested later.

Good luck

Posted by: abnrdo Apr 25 2013, 03:04 PM

I am in Lees Summit and would like to know the name of the shop too. Would like to find other Teener owners who would like to plan drives, flesh burning events, and garage help items.

Other items to consider:
Fuel Pump working?
Fuel Filter clogged?
Do you smell gas in the cabin, your fuel lines could be cracked.

Posted by: taylordm@att.net Apr 25 2013, 03:08 PM

I work at the University in Warr., do you have a place in Warr that you take the car?

Posted by: Dave_Darling Apr 25 2013, 03:49 PM

It sounds like longer distances are an issue right now. If they weren't, I would suggest Brad Mayeur in East Peoria IL. He's been working on 914s since there were 914s, and knows them very well indeed. His company is called 914 Limited.

--DD

Posted by: 442nd914s Apr 25 2013, 04:27 PM

I work on my own cars in my garage. However, If I need more in depth professional work, than BHR in KC. If it comes down to machine shop work then either Brad Mayuer in IL or an aquentances from Ok. Im a machanic by trade (A10 warthog), and I inherrited my fathers genes.

Posted by: 442nd914s Apr 25 2013, 04:32 PM

Im game for any donut runs if u like (ummmmm Lamars)
Maybe scavanger hunt for all of KC water fountains

Posted by: Axel May 15 2013, 08:22 PM

I'm game for a donut run also once I figure out this high RPM bucking. Think its the points, but I'm still waiting on my dwell meter to come in.