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Posted by: Jax914 Aug 7 2006, 12:39 PM

Hi all,

It looks like this is the forum for 914s. I'm new to the Porsche world - although it wasn't too far of a jump - I've been driving a german look VW SuperBeetle for the past 5 years. I've always admired the 914 and finally decided that now was the time to jump it. I've just purchased a project 1971 1.7l in great shape and plan on spending the next few months finishing it off. I've lurked the last week or so and found lots of useful information - I'm hoping I can bring some info to the group too.

I'm in Jacksonville Fl, so I'll be keeping my eyes open for future get togethers or events. I've gone to the Brumos October event for the last three years and hopefully I'll be ready by then with my car.

I'll update with some pics of my car soon. PICS ADDED BELOW

Thanks,

Troy

Posted by: Eric_Shea Aug 7 2006, 12:43 PM

Posted by: Gustl Aug 7 2006, 12:45 PM

- from far far away

but hey, at least my teener was originally delivered to Jacksonville, FL

I'm sure you'll enjoy this place!

Gustl

Posted by: SLITS Aug 7 2006, 12:48 PM

Now you can go crazy too!

Posted by: 904svo Aug 7 2006, 12:50 PM

Welcome to the club.

Ga. man myself

Posted by: Headrage Aug 7 2006, 01:06 PM

Posted by: drewvw Aug 7 2006, 01:07 PM

and of course....

Posted by: URY914 Aug 7 2006, 01:09 PM

Welcome Fellow Florida 914'er!

There's a pretty good size group of us here, One day will ALL get together.

Paul

Posted by: tdgray Aug 7 2006, 02:50 PM

Another FL guy... probably came from Ohio. Just like everyone else in Florida.

Welcome

Posted by: evan Aug 7 2006, 03:05 PM

Welcome from way up north@!!!!!!

Posted by: Lou W Aug 7 2006, 03:09 PM

from Kalifornia

Posted by: GWN7 Aug 7 2006, 03:29 PM

from way way up North

Posted by: watsonrx13 Aug 7 2006, 04:08 PM

Again, what Paul said, 'Welcome Florida teener'....

-- Rob

Posted by: elwood-914 Aug 7 2006, 04:12 PM

Welcome

Posted by: grasshopper Aug 7 2006, 05:53 PM

I am in Valdosta, GA. About and 1:45 from you. If you need ANY parts, let me know...I have two of everything. BTW, if you are looking for an event, we are having the first ever South East Classic in Helen Georgia september the 8th and 9th. The registration should be ready by tomorrow morning. See the link in my signiture. You dont happen to be the guy on www.thesamba.com that is advertising two 914's in Jacksonville are you??

Posted by: bmunday Aug 7 2006, 08:28 PM

Colorado here.... 914 freaks are all over.....

Posted by: draperjojo Aug 7 2006, 09:06 PM

Welcome to the club. I grew up down there in Jville. I've still got my "Sliders Oyster Bar" and "Whiteys Fish Camp" t shirts. Back in the 70's a friend of mine drove over to pick me up in a White 74 2.0 and I been hooked on teeners since then.

Posted by: Toast Aug 8 2006, 01:08 AM

Welcome to the Twilight Zone from the Twilight Zone.

So when are you going to ditch the 1.7 and upgrade to a 2.7 six conversion?
Just kidding.

Posted by: Jax914 Aug 8 2006, 07:26 AM

Got it home last night....





Actually got a second car and a third engine as well.

Woo Hoo....I do not want to be at work today.

I'm hoping to be on the road by the end of October.

I'm just up the road from Clark's fish camp - for those of you who know Jax. I moved here from Canada 6 1/2 years ago so I know what the north is like too! Thanks to everyone for the welcome.

No I'm not the guy on the samba with two for sale...but I did contact him about parts yesterday - hoping to hear from him today.

Troy

Posted by: race914 Aug 8 2006, 08:37 AM

From the LEFT Coast!!!

Anxious to see your project progress!

Another 914 saved

Posted by: URY914 Aug 8 2006, 08:46 AM

Is that the car(s) for sale in Palatka???

Posted by: Jax914 Aug 8 2006, 08:52 AM

Was for sale in Palatka....do you know anything about it...or did I snipe you?

Sorry if I did....I really wanted it.

Troy

Posted by: URY914 Aug 8 2006, 09:36 AM

I saw the ad somewhere (ebay?) but I wasn't looking to buy it.
I don't know anything about the cars. These things show up in the strangest places. Let us know how it works out for you. If you need parts, there are several of us around here with just about anything you need.

Paul

Posted by: grasshopper Aug 8 2006, 10:29 AM

I saw it on ebay too. I was thinking about getting it, but ended up deciding to save the money for other stuff. The last time I saw it, it was only at like $250.00. Is that what it sold for?? But seriously, anything under $500.00 was a KILLER deal! Hope to meet up some time. I might be down at Brumos Porsche soon to look at a car for my mom.

Posted by: URY914 Aug 8 2006, 11:05 AM

We all need to meet at Brumos for the Octoberfest swap meet.
It's in October, go figure.

Posted by: Mrs. K Aug 8 2006, 11:17 AM

Lisa