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Posted by: Mark Henry Oct 10 2017, 08:08 AM
After ump-teen years my 914 3.0 six conversion runs!
Major milestone, just tripled the value with a turn of the key.
Sounds real healthy, can't beat that /6 sound!
Still lots of electrical gremlins to work through and it looks like my timing light took a crap half way through break-in. Oh well....that's somewhat expected.
Biggest issue is it looks like my alt/reg isn't charging. 
But I got to drive around the block. 
Who cares about the little things...... it's alive!!!! 
Posted by: ValcoOscar Oct 10 2017, 08:19 AM
After ump-teen years my 914 3.0 six conversion runs!
Major milestone, just tripled the value with a turn of the key.
Sounds real healthy, can't beat that /6 sound!
Still lots of electrical gremlins to work through and it looks like my timing light took a crap half way through break-in. Oh well....that's somewhat expected.
Biggest issue is it looks like my alt/reg isn't charging.
But I got to drive around the block.
Who cares about the little things...... it's alive!!!!
Congrats...pictures please!!!!
Oscar
Posted by: kid914 Oct 10 2017, 08:23 AM
I guess there is hope for me yet Mark.
Congrats. 
Marc
Posted by: arne Oct 10 2017, 08:35 AM
I can only imagine how it feels to first fire a long term project like that. I felt pretty good firing my car after many years of slumber, but resurrecting a stock car isn’t the same as wrapping up a big conversion like this. Congrats!!
Posted by: Eddie914 Oct 10 2017, 08:40 AM
The sound and feel of a big six behind your back is FABULOUS!
CONGRATULATIONS!
Posted by: shoguneagle Oct 10 2017, 08:58 AM
Congratulations!! Know the "feeling very well". Nothing like it. Keep going, "Tiger".
Posted by: LowBridge Oct 10 2017, 09:00 AM
that's great news... congrats!
Posted by: aharder Oct 10 2017, 09:01 AM
Congratulations !! 
Posted by: BeatNavy Oct 10 2017, 09:03 AM
Yes, congratulations, Mark! 
"Umpteen years?" Ok, good. I'm not behind schedule, then.
Please do post pics when you have a chance.
Posted by: Mark Henry Oct 10 2017, 09:29 AM
This is the engine build
http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=229913&st=0&p=1993936&
Posted by: wobbletop Oct 10 2017, 09:45 AM
Awesome!
Posted by: mobymutt Oct 10 2017, 11:00 AM
Congrats! I hope you are offering rides!
Posted by: Dr Evil Oct 10 2017, 11:08 AM
Right on man!
Posted by: mbseto Oct 10 2017, 11:35 AM
Congratulations!
Posted by: theer Oct 10 2017, 11:45 AM
Nice! I had a similar event earlier this year.
So, Mark, if umpteen is more than 30 years, I will gladly relinquish my self-awarded trophy for the longest completed resto project in the history of the World (although... they are never really done, are they?).
Well done.
Posted by: Coondog Oct 10 2017, 12:57 PM
Congrats
Posted by: wysri9 Oct 10 2017, 01:00 PM
I am envious as hell - roll on my own start up in early 2018..........
Posted by: JFG Oct 10 2017, 01:44 PM
Congratulations.
Had mine running but not driving recently after 18 months of restore work.
Posted by: 11tenths Oct 10 2017, 01:45 PM
Nice! I'm almost there myself...
Cheers!
- Harry
Posted by: Gatornapper Oct 10 2017, 02:01 PM
HUGE DOUBLE DITTO!
The sound and feel of a big six behind your back is FABULOUS!
CONGRATULATIONS!
Posted by: Mark Henry Oct 10 2017, 02:08 PM
Nice! I had a similar event earlier this year.
So, Mark, if umpteen is more than 30 years, I will gladly relinquish my self-awarded trophy for the longest completed resto project in the history of the World (although... they are never really done, are they?).
Well done.
Umpteen is a British expression, I think it's eight years. No record, but too long.
Posted by: Cairo94507 Oct 10 2017, 02:08 PM
Congratulations Mark. That is a milestone day for sure. Hope you enjoyed that first ride and took photos to post so we can all vicariously enjoy it too.
Posted by: pete-stevers Oct 10 2017, 02:23 PM
Glad you got er going!!!
Posted by: Luke M Oct 10 2017, 02:37 PM
Hi Mark,
Congrats on getting the 914 up and running.. I know you only drove it a short time but how did you like the gear ratios behind the 3.0?
Keep up the great work..
Posted by: porschetub Oct 10 2017, 02:43 PM
After ump-teen years my 914 3.0 six conversion runs!
Major milestone, just tripled the value with a turn of the key.
Sounds real healthy, can't beat that /6 sound!
Still lots of electrical gremlins to work through and it looks like my timing light took a crap half way through break-in. Oh well....that's somewhat expected.
Biggest issue is it looks like my alt/reg isn't charging.
But I got to drive around the block.
Who cares about the little things...... it's alive!!!!
Excellent well done,seems there are a lot of six conversions on the go @ the moment....most I've seen for a while,nice to hear another up and running.
.Pics please.
Posted by: Dave_Darling Oct 10 2017, 02:54 PM
Umpteen is a British expression...
Wouldn't there be an extra 'u' in there if it were British?
Congrats, man!
--DD
Posted by: Mark Henry Oct 10 2017, 05:09 PM
We need a shit eating grin smiley 
Going to have to pull the alt...no charging. 
Oh well, good thing I put a big hatch in.
Hi Mark,
Congrats on getting the 914 up and running.. I know you only drove it a short time but how did you like the gear ratios behind the 3.0?
Keep up the great work..
Just did 20km (12.5 miles), 5th is HA flipped 90mph = 3000rpm
Gearing seems OK, but I'd have to put more miles on before I can really say.
Gearing is A, F, O, X, HA (flipped).
Posted by: Mueller Oct 10 2017, 05:11 PM
Congrats....so there is hope for me after all It can be done!
Posted by: flyer86d Oct 10 2017, 05:43 PM
So, what does that hot rod 3 liter feel like in a light car. I’ll bet it’s a rocket! Have fun.
Charlie
The fellow that I bought my 6 from had another one. It had a 2.9 (93 X 70.4) with 906 cams, 46 Weber’s, about 300 hp. I got a ride. Oh my Lord!
Posted by: krazykonrad Oct 10 2017, 05:46 PM
Well done!
Konrad
Posted by: tomeric914 Oct 10 2017, 06:12 PM
Awesome. Just remember, you don't own it, it owns you.
Posted by: worn Oct 11 2017, 05:47 AM
Couldn't have happened to a better teener. Great news. Oh what a feeling! Wait, that doesn't sound German enough.
Posted by: worn Oct 11 2017, 05:49 AM
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Just did 20km (12.5 miles), 5th is HA flipped 90mph = 3000rpm
Gearing seems OK, but I'd have to put more miles on before I can really say.
Gearing is A, F, O, X, HA (flipped).
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Much like mine. I got an HB and flipped that. Now longer a squirrel whine on the highway - more refined.
Posted by: wndsrfr Oct 11 2017, 06:05 AM
We need a shit eating grin smiley
Going to have to pull the alt...no charging.
I had to drop the engine AGAIN to deal with the alt that I fried by an instantaneous reverse polarity touch of the battery wires.....Hmmmm why that spark? Hope your hatch is big enough and your back has the stamina!
Posted by: saigon71 Oct 11 2017, 07:25 AM
Congrats on this project milestone Mark!
Posted by: Edward Blume Oct 11 2017, 07:31 AM
Congrats!
Posted by: Mark Henry Oct 11 2017, 08:22 AM
Dropped the alt/reg and harness off at the auto electric shop, they said hopefully Friday.
Posted by: 1adam12 Oct 11 2017, 11:17 AM
Congrats man! Can't wait to have this feeling myself lol...
Posted by: Lucky9146 Oct 11 2017, 12:11 PM
After ump-teen years my 914 3.0 six conversion runs!
Major milestone, just tripled the value with a turn of the key.
Sounds real healthy, can't beat that /6 sound!
Still lots of electrical gremlins to work through and it looks like my timing light took a crap half way through break-in. Oh well....that's somewhat expected.
Biggest issue is it looks like my alt/reg isn't charging.
But I got to drive around the block.
Who cares about the little things...... it's alive!!!!
Inspiration to those of us trudging through the process. Congrats!!
Great to hear about success.
Posted by: bbrock Oct 11 2017, 12:26 PM
Being someone with a lowly 4 that has been in storage for 30 years and dragged across 5 states, I thought getting these engines running was just a perpetual dream like nuclear fusion or the Cubs winning the Series. But then THAT happened and now this. You give me hope sir Congratulation.
Posted by: Mark Henry Oct 11 2017, 02:55 PM
Pics from yesterday.
5 inches away from the engine made for a loud ride.
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Posted by: Coondog Oct 11 2017, 05:31 PM
Looks great, and that one big access hole...... 
Posted by: Mark Henry Oct 12 2017, 06:36 AM
Looks great, and that one big access hole......
Made pulling out the alt a very simple job.
Posted by: JOEPROPER Oct 12 2017, 07:05 AM
Looks great, and that one big access hole......
You can adjust the timing at 30mph
Posted by: Mark Henry Oct 12 2017, 07:16 AM
Looks great, and that one big access hole......
You can adjust the timing at 30mph
No, I'm not that good as I do have to stop...but I can adjust and set the timing with my seat belt on.
Did this the 2nd time out as I forgot to tighten the dizzy down.
Posted by: tygaboy Oct 12 2017, 07:21 AM
I vote you make the access cover out of Lexan! 
Congrats and a "Well done, sir!" to you!
Posted by: Front yard mechanic Oct 12 2017, 07:53 AM
Nice car it runs on caffeine 
Posted by: whitetwinturbo Oct 12 2017, 09:39 AM
Driving with the access panel on could make earplugs popular 
Posted by: Mark Henry Oct 12 2017, 09:39 AM
I have my teen up on the hoist right now, not a single leak anywhere.
I was really surprised how easy the big six was to start. I had trepidation that I may have wired my twinplug dizzy wrong and I couldn't static set my timing with the MSD. I gave the key a quick turn to see if the starter worked and it fired! 2nd turn it started right up! A quick timing check and I was right into the break-in running.
So far the full balance /6 is super smooth, totally different animal from a T4.
While waiting on my alt to come back from the rebuilders I'll be chasing the dreaded spongy brake.
Posted by: pete-stevers Oct 12 2017, 10:20 AM
Mark ... that is a awful big motor for those small wheels... are you thinking of going bigger...maybe flares?
Posted by: porbmw Oct 12 2017, 10:21 AM
Congrats!
Well done, am jealous in a good way!
BTW....
JUST in time for the snowfall.......
BUT that will give you a few months to sort out the minor issues, all in time for a Spring run!
Posted by: Mark Henry Oct 12 2017, 10:31 AM
Mark ... that is a awful big motor for those small wheels... are you thinking of going bigger...maybe flares?
Tires are 205/60-15, we'll see, I'm not a huge fan of GT flares, maybe pull the fenders for 225's.
I have my young lads 914 in the works and he often get's my cast offs, so I'll look at wheels/flares options when we get further into his car.
Posted by: Mark Henry Oct 12 2017, 10:41 AM
BTW....JUST in time for the snowfall.......
BUT that will give you a few months to sort out the minor issues, all in time for a Spring run!
Yep if I'm lucky I have till the end of the month to sort the car....But at least it's running!
Hoping that it's my summer DD for next year!
Posted by: PanelBilly Oct 12 2017, 12:37 PM
Great news. How loud is it in the drivers seat when the firewall is open like that? You can download an app to measure the volume.
Posted by: Mark Henry Oct 12 2017, 05:46 PM
My kid recorded video but no sound,
I'll try to do something before I button it up.
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