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Starting my 914 project |
Tj2naz |
Sep 12 2012, 08:32 AM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 7 Joined: 15-April 12 From: Tucson, Arizona Member No.: 14,379 Region Association: None |
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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Elliot Cannon |
Sep 12 2012, 10:08 AM
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914 Guru Group: Retired Members Posts: 8,487 Joined: 29-December 06 From: Paso Robles Ca. (Central coast) Member No.: 7,407 Region Association: None |
(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.
Cheers, Elliot |
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