Peter from TX... 1970 914/6 Restoration & build th, My introduction & build thread -- PICS I Options

[AgPete139]

Howdy everyone! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

My name is Peter and I am new to the world of Porsche. A number of months ago, I was given permission to restore my fathers 1970 914/6 in all original condition, and have recently (last week) begun the restoration process. I am so excited to get my father's first car back in running condition. It has sat in the garage for the last 28 years, and age has taken its toll. Rust (battery and trunk lid seals, etc.), some dry rot, numerous dents and bangs, and seizure to name a few. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/headbang.gif)

Now, on with the pics!

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I am starting on the front end (steering, suspension, brakes) and I have come to a wall. Is there anyone in the Houston area (or willing to lend...I am honest) that will let me borrow a pin tool (4 grooved/pronged) for the lower strut?


Are there any other special tools that I will actually need when I rebuild the engine etc.? For instance, the front hub "required" a special tool resembling a mini crowbar, but a medium flathead and prying did the job just fine. Is this grooved socket worth the $65 to buy, and what are your thoughts on replacing it with a regular hex nut of the same thread and suspension washer for ease of removal for the future?

I have also done quite a bit of researching, and have acquired the original shop manuals for this unique beauty.

Any questions or pointers, I'd love to hear them! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/popcorn[1].gif)



Pete

[carr914]

A few answers for you;

Solex - came on Early 911's 1965-66. They did not have Float bowls, therefore requiring 2 fuel pumps. Had Severe "flat spots".

Zenith - Came on 1970-mid 73 911T. Sometimes also refered to as Solex as well, but these have Float Bowls

Weber - 1st appeared on 911's in 1966 through 1973, when Fuel-Injection was on all Porsche models. Factory 914-6s came with Webers (mikey, it sounds like you started off with the wrong carbs). Webers are very adjustable, but can also have 'flat spots" Typical problems at this point are worn shaft bushings. Early Weber's had bronze bushings. It is worth every penny to have these re-built by an expert such as Harry Bieker vs a Porsche shop that says they can do them.

PMO bought the rights to the Weber carbs when it was no longer viable for Weber to manufactor them. PMO had been the place to buy replacement parts anyway.

The 3C stands for triple choke, 3bbl for 3 barrel, 40 is venturi size.


T.C.