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| jack20 |
 Mar 22 2015, 11:56 PM
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I returned to a 914 after 32 yrs. I don't remember my last one, a 74, riding so rough.
This new 74 rattles my teeth. I did the old school bounce test on the fenders to check the shocks and it only bounced once. Is this a valid test on these cars? The PO did lower the front and that may account for some of the rough ride. Not sure how old the shocks are...could be original...yet they did pass the bounce test... Should I replace them for a better ride? Thanks, Jack |
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| Chris Pincetich |
Mar 23 2015, 12:10 PM
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New suspension bushings make a world of a difference (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
Like JStroud said - almost a waste of $$ to replace shocks first. I went with an expensive needle-bearing setup. Very little friction and zero sticktion. I feel some chassis vibration because they are basically solid and unforgiving, but the car "floats" over most bumps. I rebuilt the entire suspension on my 914 and have yet to do much engine work at all (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) |
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Mar 23 2015, 08:45 PM
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QUOTE(Chris Pincetich @ Mar 23 2015, 11:10 AM)  New suspension bushings make a world of a difference (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) Like JStroud said - almost a waste of $$ to replace shocks first. I went with an expensive needle-bearing setup. Very little friction and zero sticktion. I feel some chassis vibration because they are basically solid and unforgiving, but the car "floats" over most bumps. I rebuilt the entire suspension on my 914 and have yet to do much engine work at all (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) I like your style , all suspension upgrades And little to none on the motor . I mean that's what a 914 is all about right , dialeddd in handling + (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif) So where does on start when doing a complete suspension overhaul Parts shopping I would assume , should I look for mostly stockish stuff Or go all out $$$ with elephant racing parts .... Advice and some direction would be helpful on this I'm not a racer but would like a nice setup , non adjuste able is fine for meme (IMG:style_emoticons/default/pray.gif) |
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jack20 Want a smoother ride Mar 22 2015, 11:56 PM
Cuda911 Check the tires. When I bought my '73 it rode ... Mar 23 2015, 12:08 AM
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Check the tires. When I bought my '73 it rode... Mar 23 2015, 12:15 AM messix what shocks are on it?
kyb? Mar 23 2015, 12:35 AM BeatNavy I JUST swapped out my rear KYB's for Sachs/Bog... Mar 23 2015, 04:03 AM Nozzle
I JUST swapped out my rear KYB's for Sachs/Bo... Mar 23 2015, 07:00 AM JStroud I was after the same thing a couple of years ago, ... Mar 23 2015, 08:25 AM jack20
I was after the same thing a couple of years ago,... Mar 23 2015, 11:46 AM BeatNavy They are probably KYB based on their color (and ag... Mar 23 2015, 11:53 AM Chris Pincetich
Advice and some direction would be helpful on thi... Mar 24 2015, 08:40 AM ConeDodger
New suspension bushings make a world of a differe... Mar 28 2015, 10:59 AM Andyrew Needle bearings will make your whole setup much le... Mar 23 2015, 12:49 PM Kansas 914 If they are KYB's it is good to know that KYB ... Mar 23 2015, 12:56 PM 914_teener
Needle bearings will make your whole setup much l... Mar 23 2015, 03:10 PM JmuRiz Kill Your Back Mar 23 2015, 01:06 PM Andyrew Tell us every detail on your current setup.
Engi... Mar 24 2015, 07:52 AM jack20
Tell us every detail on your current setup.
Eng... Mar 24 2015, 11:25 AM OU8AVW Take lots of pictures of your car with scantily cl... Mar 24 2015, 11:43 AM veekry9 Bushings are likely buggered,the rubber must be bu... Mar 24 2015, 10:22 PM Perry Kiehl Clone I'll 2nd bushing replacement, but I disagree o... Mar 25 2015, 07:27 AM Hank914 "When asked about tires it was most likely to... Mar 28 2015, 12:19 AM Andyrew First check your tire pressure. If your running 40... Mar 28 2015, 01:00 AM jack20
First check your tire pressure. If your running 4... Mar 28 2015, 09:28 AM Ian Stott I run 205/60 15 Bridgestone Potenza's at 28 lb... Mar 28 2015, 04:08 AM jack20 Thanks to everyone who responded to this post. Whi... Mar 28 2015, 09:50 AM Andyrew ^ Good points. While your checking your torsion ba... Mar 28 2015, 12:26 PM Mike Bellis Oddly enough, when I added stiffer rear springs it... Mar 28 2015, 11:57 PM |
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