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Planeswalker33
post May 27 2020, 11:03 AM
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After 10 years I was finally able to convince my Mother-in-Law to let me buy her 914. It has sat in her garage since 2004 and only been rolled out twice. I had always thought there was an overheating issue and something wrong with the steering. Once we got her cleaned up and started talking I found out the only issue was CA smog rules at the time. She parked it at the time thinking she needed to wait a few years to be grandfathered in and simply turned it into a surf board rack.

I have some decent experience working with Honda's and Chevy's but this is a first for me. So far I've cleaned and inspected the car as best I can. I removed the battery and though the battery pan is rusted, it's fine underneath. Two spots of rust just below the windshield and it's otherwise in good shape in regards to rust. I've started my list of small parts such as taillights, but I'm really trying to find something that can help guide me through some of the more critical issues I see.

First and main issue, is that the car was simply parked and then not used. It's got about a half tank of gas in it and nothing was done other than deflating the tires a little about 5 years ago. I've started researching parts and assume I'll replace the fuel lines and tank. That doesn't seem exceptionally difficult from what I've found online.

If anyone can point me in a direction of steps to get a car going again that has sat full a fluids it would be much appreciated. Hopefully I can get her running by the end of the Summer. Thanks!
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post May 27 2020, 11:26 AM
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(IMG:style_emoticons/default/welcome.png) Welcome to madness. Perseverance pays off. Take the time to read a lot of the awakening sleeping 914's threads to see all you may want to consider. Gas lines and tank are a great start. I would also figure on rebuilding the calipers, replacing the soft rubber brake lines at each caliper and flushing the whole brake system. Of course all fluids should be replaced. Spark plugs out and squirt some Marvel Mystery Oil into the cylinders for a few days to let it loosen things up before you try to turn it over. New tires. Clean all of the various grand connections around the entire car. Check the suspension mounting points for rust or cracks. Have fun and enjoy most of all. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) Michael
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post May 27 2020, 11:36 AM
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What year What engine. Provide Pics and register VIN on this site. And everything stated above.
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post May 27 2020, 12:02 PM
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post May 27 2020, 12:33 PM
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I'd suggest starting with fuel and brake systems.

First thing to do is find out where you can take the dead fluids. If you've got 10 gallons of dead fuel, you'll have to dispose of it. Same with brake fluid and lubricants.

It will be best to drain the fuel out as near the tank as you can. It's tempting to use the fuel pump for that, but you'll be filling the system with contaminated fuel. You might also see if you can find a radiator shop that can "boil out" the fuel tank, which is common for radiator shops. Replace all the rubber fuel lines with high quality fuel injection rated hose, and ideally you'd replace the plastic lines in the center tunnel as well, with stainless lines from Tangerine Racing.

Brake system will typically require rebuilding the calipers, a new master cylinder., new flex lines, and fluid. Front calipers aren't difficult to do, the rears are more involved, but with reasonable skill level and tools, it's doable. Master cylinder kits are no longer available, so a new one is the best choice. Fortunately patron saint of 914 brake systems Eric Shea of PMB Peformance, has done some videos on rebuilding calipers. Alternately if you have the budget, just send them to PMB and you will get back calipers that look better than new.

Good luck! There's a great community here that will go out of their way to assist you.
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post May 27 2020, 12:35 PM
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It’s a 1.8l 1975. I’ll get some additional pics added a bit later today. Thanks for the responses so far. I’m trying to get as organized as possible and make a plan before I jump in so I really appreciate some of the things brought up.


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post May 27 2020, 12:52 PM
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Nice car. LOts of 914 guys in the greater LA area.

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post May 27 2020, 12:59 PM
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BTW... Nice car. Gotta love you car wash help.
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More photos! haha

Listen to the people here! Best place to be and so much good advice has been given to me. Solid group of guys.
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post May 27 2020, 01:19 PM
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post May 27 2020, 01:58 PM
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post May 27 2020, 02:18 PM
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Don't "turn it over" to see if the engine still moves, that's a sure way to ruin the motor at this point.

Drop the engine, take the tin off and check for mouse nests and other blockages. Drain the fluids from *everything*, gas tank, brakes, engine, transmission etc.

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post May 27 2020, 02:28 PM
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QUOTE(SirAndy @ May 27 2020, 01:18 PM) *

Don't "turn it over" to see if the engine still moves, that's a sure way to ruin the motor at this point.

Drop the engine, take the tin off and check for mouse nests and other blockages. Drain the fluids from *everything*, gas tank, brakes, engine, transmission etc.

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A neighbor came over when I was washing all the crap off and offered to bring over a battery so we could "see if the old girl still runs." It took about 15 minutes of explaining why that would be a bad idea before he gave up.

So far I'm trying to get a general plan of attack. One of the main things I'm going to look into first is just figuring out where I can dispose of all of the old fluids and make some room in the garage to keep everything organized.
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post May 27 2020, 02:30 PM
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Thanks! I looked around a bit and was very pleased to see a lot of activity locally. I'm out in Yorba Linda and found three things within the next month fairly close. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
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post May 27 2020, 02:35 PM
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I'm out in Yorba Linda

I hope you aren't the guy from Yorba Linda who is currently out there trying to sell the VIN plates for a scrapped '71 as "collector items".
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post May 27 2020, 07:30 PM
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I'm out in Yorba Linda

I hope you aren't the guy from Yorba Linda who is currently out there trying to sell the VIN plates for a scrapped '71 as "collector items".
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No sir. Car is sitting in Fountain valley right now so maybe I’ll say that for the time being lol. The agreement we made was I get the car as long as I keep it in the family. My wife grew up with it and my mother in law bought it in the 80’s as a second owner.
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post May 27 2020, 07:54 PM
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You are closer to many 914world member here in Socal.
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post May 27 2020, 08:08 PM
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Free fluid disposal at any Auto Zone. Most auto parts stores are required to take oil, trans oil, coolant. They won't take brake fluid.
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post May 27 2020, 09:47 PM
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Free fluid disposal at any Auto Zone. Most auto parts stores are required to take oil, trans oil, coolant. They won't take brake fluid.


Sorry but that’s not correct info. Oil only and there not required to take it. It’s a program they sign up with the State to take oil only. Some may take filters but that’s it.

Your in Orange County so google OC Environmental Health Dept Household Hazardous Waste Collection Centers. They will take any household generated hazardous waste.

How do I know this.....Retired Fire Dept Haz Mat dude, now high priced Haz Mat-Haz-Waste consultant......That will be $500 dollars please..... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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