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914World.com _ 914World Garage _ Just picked up a 914 48 hrs ago... Best parts source?

Posted by: Stuie Aug 19 2006, 10:08 PM

I am Stuie from Texas... hello!

First post here guys and it's probably been asked a million times.(okay.. I think there are 1/2 mil posts in this general area)

I learned to drive a 914 when I was 14 in El Paso TX in 1984. It was my dad's (and he still has it although has done a full restoration about 10 years ago). About 15 years ago, my younger brother bought one and blew up the motor racing a mustang or something, I traded an Alpine stereo for it but never fixed that one. I should have...

This one is a '70/4. I have to admit, the shifting is not what I expected, but I am managing hitting the right gear 80% of the time. Will try and replace all of the bushings and see if that will help. The car seems like it was in good shape two years ago but, was a high school kids for the past two years so it's been neglected.

The FI has been replaced with a weber single which may need a rebuild kit. I dropped an optima Red Top in it today, I will be needing front wheel bearings immediately, I would like to drop in the thin later model door panels (I assume they will fit as these are kinda puffy).

THE MAIN QUESTION: Where is a good place to order parts from that has a good selection and are reputable? I have seen several online but prices are tops on some and selection is thin on others.

I need to pay VW prices as I have a lot of hobbies which all need attention! (vinatge British bikes, a Vespa project and occasional filmmaking)

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SECONDARY QUESTION: I need to replace the windshield. Any tips on how to do it without breaking anything?

Thanks in advance for any replies!

All best
Stu

Posted by: McMark Aug 19 2006, 10:12 PM

http://www.pelicanparts.com
http://www.gprparts.com

Those two cover 90%, for the last 10% you'll have to ask one part at a time, depending on what project you're working on.

BTW, 914s aren't cheap in my experience.

Posted by: Trevorg7 Aug 19 2006, 10:19 PM

Posted by: So.Cal.914 Aug 19 2006, 10:52 PM

He's right they are not cheap nor are they easy but their worth it. The more

work you can do yourself the cheaper it is. Check the classifieds here and

evilbay for parts, if there is no hurry you can save money.

Posted by: Stuie Aug 19 2006, 11:11 PM

Right on!

Thanks for the links and the welcomes!

I do as much work myself that I can. I think sometimes I actually like working on stuff as much as I do driving/riding...

At the moment the car is drivable but, I do need to do the windshield asap to have a permanent surface to affix the insp. & registration to. A windshield came with the car, just a matter of fighting the nerves of possibly breaking something doing it... Have any of you guys replaced one before yourself?

Posted by: Headrage Aug 19 2006, 11:26 PM

Nice to meet ya!!!!

Posted by: mikez Aug 20 2006, 12:53 AM

Best to TALK to the sellers....I've found that once you develop a relationship with the vendors you can often negotiate prices and/or shipping.

Our classifieds can et you good deals as well.....

Posted by: JPB Aug 20 2006, 06:03 AM

The cheapest way sometimes to get parts is to own a parts 914. Sometimes parts lists can be higher than a parts car itself. I know a fella who got SSHEs, 2L engine, good trany and alot more stuff from one car and payed less than 1K for the car. I purchased his engine for over half the price he got the car for and he sold the HE for 500$.

Posted by: lotus_65 Aug 20 2006, 07:50 AM

this company has been really good to me:
http://www.automotion.com/

good luck!

Posted by: markb Aug 20 2006, 07:55 AM

Dave @ GPR. 1 800 321-5432 Ext 502.
He's a 914 guy, and can probably get anything you need.
As far as the windshield, I think I've broken every one I've tried to remove. I just call a pro.
Don't forget to order the trim clips to have on hand when the new one goes in. They are one-use-only, and if you want to put the aluminum trim back on, they need to go on with the new windshield. Have them glue on the mirror, too. They seem to have the really good glue.
Oh, BTW,

Posted by: GWN7 Aug 20 2006, 08:50 AM

hello and welcome

There are quite a few members in Texas. Where abouts are you. You might have some 914 neibours close by.

With GPR it is best to call them directly as the online catalogue dosen't always show what's available.

Posted by: Stuie Aug 20 2006, 08:54 AM

Thanks again for the welcomes and replys!

Mark, you just saved me! I was going to go out and attempt the pull this morning but I am spare clipless so, I will order them before I remove the cracked winshield.

Thanks Bruce for the welcome... I am in Arlington, right between Dallas and Ft Worth.

Good to meet you guys!

Stu

Posted by: Stuie Aug 20 2006, 09:11 AM

Question, I am ordering front wheel bearings and there are two choices:
Front wheel bearings (inner/outer)
and Front wheel bearings (inner/outer) 4 BOLT

Is 4 Bolt meaning stock 4 lug mag and not upgraded 911 5 lug?

Thanks
Stu

Posted by: Eric_Shea Aug 20 2006, 10:02 AM

Best parts source is right here... your friends and new familay at the 914club.

Posted by: Eric_Shea Aug 20 2006, 10:03 AM

To answer your question... you want 4-bolt.

There are 5-bolt 914-6's and they use 911 bearings inner and outer.