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Posted by: ronatl Jul 24 2003, 11:34 AM

I'm more than likely going to convert my 1.7L FI to a carborated setup. Can anyone give me a shopping list of parts that I will need aside from purchasing a carb kit?
My list so far consists of only a Facet Fuel Pump, and carb kit/linkages. Will I need hoses, fittings, etc? Thanks in advance.

ronatl

Posted by: MJHanna Jul 24 2003, 11:46 AM

Get a rotary pump they are better than the Facet pump, you need fuel line and a T Fitting, hose clamps to hold the fuel lines and a return spring for the carbs.

Posted by: rhodyguy Jul 24 2003, 11:49 AM

fuel pressure regulator, 20' of 8.5 mm fuel rated hose ( that's enough to do the center tunnel as well), a dozen line clamps (not the grooved ones), a stock 914 fuel filter ( placed infront of the pump), a GOOD cross bar set up, the correct carb size for your application. do you intend to stay with a 1.7? shop around you may be able to pick up indidual items, like a wtb in the classified's here, and save some dough. caution with regards to some linkage setups. they DON'T include the throttle cable holder and you will have to fab one up. what's the budget?

kevin

Posted by: ronatl Jul 24 2003, 04:02 PM

I'm using 1.7L heads machined to 96mm P/C set on a 2.0L case. I was hoping to stay at or below $500 so 44 webers may not be in order. Considering dual 34 ICT's. I also saw somewhere, something about an edelbrock setup, but I think it was expensive. I just want it to be a good daily driver with not too much maintenance.

Posted by: ronatl Jul 24 2003, 04:06 PM

Kevin,

Any particular fuel pressure regulator, or just off the shelf? In my parts basket I also have a Crane Fireball x700 electronic ignition that I'd like to install. Are there any conflicts with any of these things?

Honestly, I'm still pretty green at all this car stuff, so everyone's suggestion is welcome.

Posted by: Aaron Cox Jul 24 2003, 09:24 PM

get a purolator adjustable fuel pressure regulator from a bug shop. same people who make the facet, its like 'profuel' or something

Posted by: seanery Jul 24 2003, 09:34 PM

Here's a single carb setup on ebay right now.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2425047032&category=33550

Posted by: MarkV Jul 24 2003, 10:04 PM

I have a set of Dellorto 40's on my 2 litre that are going to be for sale. CB rotary pump & hex linkage, Bosch 050 distributor, sync tool & Dellorto installation/tunning manual. It will probably be a month or so before they are available. They were rebuilt about 5,000 miles ago and work perfect. Send me a message if you are interested.

Posted by: Matt914MI Jul 24 2003, 11:34 PM

This same kit came with my car. My 1.7 runs great with it after I rebuilt the carb with about $35 worth of parts. Of course, I haven't driven the car since I rebuilt it..... kinda hard with no rear half of the floorpan. After the structural work I'm going to decide if I want to get a couple nice big webbers for the engine I have, or a 911 or subaru engine. We'll see I guess.

Posted by: Brad Roberts Jul 25 2003, 12:39 AM

Help me out guys.. why in the HELL do you need the fuel pressure regulator on a car with dual carbs and a rotary pump (or Facet for that fact) ? The pumps run wide open at 3.5-4.5 psi (perfect for carbs)

Oh.. Your 1911 config wont need anything larger than dual 40's. I run 44's on 2056's and end up choking them down to almost the same thing I run on stock 2.0's.


Something that hasnt been mentioned.... your going to need a throttle cable mount.


B

Posted by: ronatl Jul 25 2003, 07:55 PM

Thanks, I'll check out ebay.