I just drove my 74 2.0 from califorinia last weekend.
The brakes were scary.
My brother said I need to drive it a while to get the brakes set since it had been parked for so long.
Any input?
John
I'm too lazy to type it again
http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?act=ST&f=2&t=28710
You should really go through the system. If they're "scary" I wouldn't listen to your Brother who probably just took out an insurance policy on you
Bleed the system first then look through the other issues like Master Cylinder, Rubber Lines etc...
Read that thread. Hope that helps.
E.
bleed brakes, install new fluid, check brake hoses, replace if you do not know the history of them....then check the calipers and mastercylinder to make sure nothing is leaking.....
the stock 914 brakes work great if in top notch condition....the type of pads have an effect on how well it brakes as well........
you do not need to "upgrade" until you increase power significantly or you find yourself heating up the brakes due to your racing conditions
Oh ya, forgot about the "upgrade" part.
What Mr. Mike said... There is absolutely "no need" to upgrade if your brakes are working like they should. I guarantee good stock brakes will scare the hell out of anyone who gets in your car (in a good way).
Ok brother just drove to the store, he says the brakes are not that bad.
No leaks, may need pads, may be just glazed over.
Also that I need to learn how to brake in a 914.
QUOTE (john grier @ Apr 8 2005, 05:54 PM) |
Ok brother just drove to the store, he says the brakes are not that bad. No leaks, may need pads, may be just glazed over. Also that I need to learn how to brake in a 914. |
QUOTE (john grier @ Apr 8 2005, 06:54 PM) |
Ok brother just drove to the store, he says the brakes are not that bad. No leaks, may need pads, may be just glazed over. Also that I need to learn how to brake in a 914. |
I have 911 19mm master cylinder on my wrecked 73, that a big pick-up truck ran over. Should I use that?
QUOTE (john grier @ Apr 8 2005, 07:02 PM) |
I have 911 19mm master cylinder on my wrecked 73, that a big pick-up truck ran over. Should I use that? |
Ok, I got it, I need to go out there and get used to driveing a 914 again.
I guess I am lazy but I have been driveing them since the late 70's and have not noticed the difference until this one.
QUOTE (Mueller @ Apr 8 2005, 06:05 PM) |
...not a fun job to do.... |
Porsche makes nice replacements for stock 914 brakes.
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of all the things I've done on my car so far, changing the MC was the worst... it is the most aggrevating, annoying, PITA job... don't do it if you don't need to...
... other than that, did you enjoy it?
QUOTE (Eric_Shea @ Apr 9 2005, 10:12 AM) |
... other than that, did you enjoy it? |
Yes I enjoyed driveing it.
Brother drove it again today.
Got a vaper lock.
Is that possibile in a 74?
QUOTE (john grier @ Apr 8 2005, 06:02 PM) |
I have 911 19mm master cylinder on my wrecked 73, that a big pick-up truck ran over. Should I use that? |
I did the ENTIRE brake system in about 2.5hrs. Replaced every inch of every line, the MC, AND the pedal cluster.
What is it everyone else found so hard about it?
QUOTE (john grier @ Apr 9 2005, 06:46 PM) |
Yes I enjoyed driveing it. Brother drove it again today. Got a vaper lock. Is that possibile in a 74? |
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