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Posted by: Sk8erBri Jan 29 2006, 11:07 AM

I bought a 1975 914 2.0 and just found out about this sight. I am having a problem with getting my timing set properly. i change the points cap and router and now i am having nothing but problems getting it timed. i only have a TDC mark on the fan. I measured out where 27 deg BTDC would be and tryed to set to it, but here is what is happening.

it starts and runs fine, i can take off from stop at a normal speet and it sounds good, but if i really try to get on it (like we all know that is how it wants to be treated), it starts to knock and sounds like the engins is about to crack.

i have tryed to time it all different ways, before 27 deg after 27 deg, i have not played with the vaccume system yet, but all was running fine before i changed stuff around, so i dont thing i would have a problem with the vaccume system since i did not change any thing there. Any ides????

Posted by: Joe Sharp Jan 29 2006, 11:23 AM

Welcome to the Garage.The timing on your car is very important. As you look at the top of the fan it is rotating from the right side of the car to the left. The 27* timing mark comes up first.
You need to set the points first, adjusting the points changes the timing.
If you want to talk to me PM me and I'll give you my phone number.
:PERMAGRIN: Joe


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Posted by: seanery Jan 29 2006, 11:24 AM

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Posted by: Joe Sharp Jan 29 2006, 11:26 AM

Oh Yea!!! Come to HOOTERS to night at 7:00. Most of the Slow Cal people will be there. It's is just off Harbor at the 405.
:PERMAGRIN: Joe

Posted by: McMark Jan 29 2006, 11:27 AM

Welcome. You didn't mention anything about setting it to 27 degrees before TDC at 3500 RPM. If you're setting it at 27 while the engine is not running you're getting huge advance! Also, set the timing with the vacuum advance hose pulled off the distributor and plugged.

Posted by: McMark Jan 29 2006, 11:28 AM

If you can safely drive the car to the HOOTERS event, DO IT! Someone there will show you how to do it.

Posted by: Joe Sharp Jan 29 2006, 11:30 AM

Thanks Mark
:PERMAGRIN: Joe

Posted by: Headrage Jan 29 2006, 11:32 AM

Posted by: McMark Jan 29 2006, 11:34 AM

I wonder how long before he comes back? Always entertains me since the 914Club is so amazingly fast at responding. It takes awhile for people to to realize they only have to wait 10 minutes.

Posted by: seanery Jan 29 2006, 11:36 AM

QUOTE (McMark @ Jan 29 2006, 12:34 PM)

I wonder how long before he comes back? Always entertains me since the 914Club is so amazingly fast at responding. It takes awhile for people to to realize they only have to wait 10 minutes.

usually less than that!
Some folks think it's your normal bbs where you get 10-20 posts a day!

Posted by: Sk8erBri Jan 29 2006, 11:43 AM

sorry i was amazed how many people responed and i am still trying to navigate the sight. thanks for the info. i will try to get to hooters tonight, like i said the fan only has a TDC mark on it. and yes i removed the hoses from the distributer and timed it at 3500 rpm.

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Posted by: Sk8erBri Jan 29 2006, 12:18 PM

thanks to all for the warm welcome, i am going to go try out some of your suggestions. see you at Hooters tonight.

Posted by: 736conver Jan 29 2006, 12:23 PM

Post somes pics of your ride too.

Posted by: Sk8erBri Jan 29 2006, 12:28 PM

as soon as i figure it out i will get some pics up.

Posted by: seanery Jan 29 2006, 12:51 PM

http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?act=SF&f=16&PHPSESSID=9b01dd1e8ac68df0bd2b9c3cbfedd765

Posted by: trekkor Jan 29 2006, 12:51 PM

Welcome aboard!

I have relatives in Tustin.
There's lots of So Cal help near you.


KT

Posted by: Sk8erBri Jan 29 2006, 02:20 PM

"F#@king A" nothing like a little 100mph therapy!!!! with just a few tips from you guys my car is timed in and running smooth. thanks for the advice, there were some marks on the front side of the fan and i was timing of of them. i was way off!!

See you all at Hooters tonight.

Posted by: BarberDave Jan 29 2006, 02:28 PM

Dave

Posted by: Joe Sharp Jan 29 2006, 02:36 PM

Kool!!! Glad to hear your rocking...
See you tonight.
:PERMAGRIN: Joe

Posted by: Toast Jan 29 2006, 04:55 PM

Welcome!

Sorry, but My hooter wont be there tonight. But, glad u got it running better.

Now, go have some fun!

Posted by: Vacca Rabite Jan 29 2006, 07:45 PM

You SoCal people with all your "Fun" and "Get-to-gethers."

Are you going to cut up a rust free tub? You know, just cause you can?

Zach

Posted by: dinomium Jan 29 2006, 07:50 PM

How much does this place RAWK?!?!!
I hope to see some pix!

Posted by: Joe Sharp Jan 29 2006, 07:53 PM

QUOTE (Vacca Rabite @ Jan 29 2006, 06:45 PM)

You SoCal people with all your "Fun" and "Get-to-gethers." Are you going to cut up a rust free tub? You know, just cause you can? Zach

No, The one were cutting up tonight has some rust on the drivers side floor pan.
:PERMAGRIN: Joe

Posted by: Pugbug Jan 29 2006, 08:05 PM

Sk8erBri.... This place is the best!

Posted by: Toast Jan 30 2006, 12:33 AM

QUOTE (Vacca Rabite @ Jan 29 2006, 06:45 PM)

You SoCal people with all your "Fun" and "Get-to-gethers." Are you going to cut up a rust free tub? You know, just cause you can? Zach

Posted by: MattR Jan 30 2006, 12:56 AM

Brian,

I'm glad you made it tonight. I think you'll see the socal group is a pretty close knit group of guys (and gals). Your car has a lot of potential, so we'll do our best to steer you in the wrong direction

I'll try to stop by tomorrow after work. I cant make a commitment though... we're getting ready for some big stuff at the shop and they'll probably have me working late.

Posted by: Toast Jan 30 2006, 01:10 AM

Let me be the first to say.........

Posted by: Brando Jan 30 2006, 03:28 AM

just a few







Yeah I know, 944s... but there were only 2 914s and both were adios when the camera came out. The PP 944 SoCal Grüppe showed as well.

Posted by: Twystd1 Jan 30 2006, 05:14 AM

Yeah..

I had a great time meeting you bro...!!!! And your woman was very kewl...!!

Meeting the 944 contingent was a blast... Those guys are just like us.

Cheap bastards with a willingness to geterdone...

Dam good time...

Kinda missed Aaron.

.. And Lagunero...

And most of all... Slits... Cause it just ain't right widout da Slits.




Thanks for buying me dinner Scott...

And lets all get to Joes for some more BBQ and good times.

Twystd1

Posted by: Dr Evil Jan 30 2006, 10:07 AM

Hey Zach,
We get Hershey swap meet, though