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Tj2naz
post Sep 12 2012, 08:32 AM
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I bought a 914 in may for 450 bucks engine and tranny included. It doesn't run but that is what I'm working towards. The problem is I have no idea where to start. I have changed the ignition switch and ignition lock cylinder does anyone have any ideas on what to do next? (the car sat in the sun for 30 years)
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post Sep 12 2012, 08:41 AM
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you really might want to have a local 914 guy look at the car with you
the biggest thing that surprises new 914 owners is rust
a really rusty car is not worth fixing

I'm sorry that sounds harsh, but nearly all of us bought our first car and found out it was a mistake.... luckily, most of us went on to buy a 2nd car and become addicted...

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post Sep 12 2012, 10:02 AM
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i agree, let someone in the know help you determine if you have a good base before investing a lot of time / $$$.

once you determine you've got good bones, start by changing fluids and seals.

oh yeah, welcome to the madness!
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post Sep 12 2012, 10:08 AM
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(IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) Rust is the biggest issue. Although 30 years in the Tucson sun is better than 30 years in the Miami sun. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif) Look under the battery tray (if it hasn't rusted away) and see if there is a rusty hole in the longitudinal channel. This area is usually refered to as the "hell hole". There are two longitudinal channels on each side of the car that make up much of the integrity of the chassis. It's not unheard of for the car to break in half because of the rusted "longs". Take off the back pad behind the seats and the sound pad on the fire wall and check for rust. Also check the back section of the rear trunk floor. In other words, check for rust EVERYWHERE. If it's not too bad the rust an be cut out (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sawzall-smiley.gif) and new steel welded in. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welder.gif) It's much easier to work on the rust with the engine out and you can work on it seperately. Good luck.
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post Sep 12 2012, 10:13 AM
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Take a bunch of pictures. Post them here. That way we can all laugh at all the work ahead of you. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/lol-2.gif) Seriously though, it will be much easier for us to help if we can see exactly what you are up against. We have a lot of experienced and talented people here that have lots of good advice and will help if they can.
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post Sep 12 2012, 07:51 PM
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The only real rust I have been able to find on the car is behind the seats. And the battery tray but other than that this car seems pretty solid. I will definitely start working on changing the fluids and posting picks! Thanks for the ideas!

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post Sep 12 2012, 08:01 PM
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30 years in the Arizona sun! You're going to need an interior and a bunch of 914rubber.com seals!
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post Sep 12 2012, 10:15 PM
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make sure you pull the exterior rocker panels off and look behind them at the jack points too.
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post Sep 12 2012, 10:27 PM
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Please post some photos!
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post Sep 13 2012, 05:16 AM
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Another 914 in Tucson! Awesome! I haven't seen one since I have been stationed there. When I get home from this deployment I would love to get together and see what kind of progress you have made.
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post Sep 13 2012, 09:11 AM
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If you want to take a small drive with a truck or van, to las cruces, NM (220 miles to your east right off I-10) I will give you a complete (Cleaned and needs a rebuild, all parts look excellent) 74 1.8 engine with a complete L-jet FI system and a bunch of other parts for free.

I can't give this stuff away here. These are parts from my old 914, I now have a 73 2.0 and most of this I don't need.

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post Sep 13 2012, 06:53 PM
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QUOTE(Rockaria @ Sep 13 2012, 08:11 AM) *

If you want to take a small drive with a truck or van, to las cruces, NM (220 miles to your east right off I-10) I will give you a complete (Cleaned and needs a rebuild, all parts look excellent) 74 1.8 engine with a complete L-jet FI system and a bunch of other parts for free.

I can't give this stuff away here. These are parts from my old 914, I now have a 73 2.0 and most of this I don't need.

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That's a pretty enticing offer! What other parts do you have?
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post Sep 13 2012, 08:42 PM
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That's a pretty enticing offer! What other parts do you have?


right off hand I can remember an extra Distributor, various 75 L-Jet FI parts like Air box, harness, EGR system, cat converter, ECU. I have misc gauges, an extra dash (well cracked though) good for restoring. I have set of steel rims (7x15 I think) I have a bunch of plastic tubs just filled with stuff I can't remeber. Mostly 74-75 1.8 parts. Oh yeah, and extra steering wheel and a 911 carerra wheel set up for a 914 (I might keep that one)

Selling and shipping would be more of a hastel than just giving it all away.

But one deal (you have to take the engine to get any other parts.) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sunglasses.gif)

I can get photos this weekend if you like.
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post Sep 16 2012, 06:56 PM
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That's a pretty enticing offer! What other parts do you have?


right off hand I can remember an extra Distributor, various 75 L-Jet FI parts like Air box, harness, EGR system, cat converter, ECU. I have misc gauges, an extra dash (well cracked though) good for restoring. I have set of steel rims (7x15 I think) I have a bunch of plastic tubs just filled with stuff I can't remeber. Mostly 74-75 1.8 parts. Oh yeah, and extra steering wheel and a 911 carerra wheel set up for a 914 (I might keep that one)

Selling and shipping would be more of a hastel than just giving it all away.

But one deal (you have to take the engine to get any other parts.) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sunglasses.gif)

I can get photos this weekend if you like.



Pictures would be awesome. No rush tho.. Any time within the next week or two would be good. Just gotta make sure the trip is worth it which it sounds like it is (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sunglasses.gif)
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post Sep 16 2012, 07:15 PM
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These guys are close to you and kind of know what they are doing ;-)

http://www.patrickmotorsports.com/

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post Sep 16 2012, 11:41 PM
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post Sep 17 2012, 09:28 AM
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QUOTE(Tj2naz @ Sep 16 2012, 06:56 PM) *

Pictures would be awesome. No rush tho.. Any time within the next week or two would be good. Just gotta make sure the trip is worth it which it sounds like it is (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sunglasses.gif)

Here are the pictures:
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This is what I had out and easy to take pictures of. The engine is a 74 1.8 L-Jet and is complete (All parts, tin, FI, everything). It was from a person who upgraded to a flat 6. It looks great, but will need a complete rebuild. Rings, cam, berrings, etc. Pistons and cyls look good, but it is a great time to go bigger. No cracks anywhere and it all looks like it is straight and nice. (It is NOT ready to be run as is. The rings are bad, some missing, and a few piston cir-clip deallies are missing. It needs a good going over. In fact now that I look at the pictures, I got the heads on the wrong side. Opps!)

I have 4 of the 15x7 chrome rims. The pic has some dirt, no rust on them.

I know I have more, if you come out I will dig even deeper. No rush here. I have had this stuff a while and just thought you might like them since you are close.

Take care,
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post Sep 17 2012, 11:59 AM
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Here is a quick pic of my 914.Attached Image
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Here is a quick pic of my 914.Attached Image


It's a start! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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I bought a 914 in may for 450 bucks engine and tranny included. It doesn't run but that is what I'm working towards. The problem is I have no idea where to start. I have changed the ignition switch and ignition lock cylinder does anyone have any ideas on what to do next? (the car sat in the sun for 30 years)


Do you have gas in the tank, fuel pressure and spark at the plugs?
Check for rust in the gas tank and a clogged fuel filter.
Check vac lines.
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Nice car.
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