Hand crank for 914, Has it been done? |
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Hand crank for 914, Has it been done? |
turtleturtle |
Jun 21 2008, 07:51 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 127 Joined: 4-September 07 From: Corpus Christi Member No.: 8,074 |
Okay, I really do not want to pay someone $400 to replace my flywheel and I live at an apartment where you can not work on your car.
So I have a fast solution. The fan has an Allen Bolt. I know this sounds crazy, but drill a hole in my firewall (yes, I know having a hole in the firewall in not a great idea) but anyway, drill a hole in the firewall, get a foot long externion with the correct Allen Tool (greased up so it can come out when the engine ignites) and have a Socket Wrench on the other side so you can turn the engine to start it. Ideas, thoughts. I know I am crazy, but I miss my 914. |
Rusty |
Jun 21 2008, 08:46 AM
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Wanted: Engine case GA003709 Group: Admin Posts: 7,942 Joined: 24-December 02 From: North Alabama Member No.: 6 Region Association: Galt's Gulch |
Interesting idea... but have you thought about potential second and third order effects to your action?
When the engine starts, the socket goes where? Into the fan blades? Violently slung about the engine compartment to break some carb or FI part or perhaps the battery? Or merely denting your engine lid? It's just food for thought. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif) If the underside if your car is pretty clean, swapping the flywheel is a job that can be done in an afternoon. if you plan in advance and have all your parts and tools laid out, it shouldn't be too bad. You shouldn't drip significant oil onto anything... perhaps you have a buddy with a garage that would shelter you for a day in exchange for a case of beer? If you were closer, you could use my garage... I've been there doing the apartment gig. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) |
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