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My first 914. HELP. Need advice. |
michael80203@ |
Oct 29 2004, 08:23 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 18 Joined: 19-October 04 From: Denver, CO Member No.: 2,973 |
Hello,
I JUST ADDED A FEW PICTURES. TAKE A LOOK IF YOU HAVE TIME. THANKS. I need some advice on purchasing my first 914. I found one I like and have a bunch of pictures of the car and 2 movie clips of the car being started and driven. The car is located in Barbourville, Kentucky and was hoping I might even find someone that could go look at the car for me. I think that might be a bit to much trouble so I was just hoping someone could guide me along with the information I have. Hope someone can help. chad... |
mharrison |
Oct 29 2004, 08:35 PM
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Why do I bother???? Group: Members Posts: 633 Joined: 8-September 03 From: Madison, MS Member No.: 1,123 |
Well, you need to particularly look at the area under the battery tray in the engine compartment on the passenger side. This is an area prone to rust over the years and can cause a failure in the right longitudinal making the car sag. An actual HOLE here is a definite sign of trouble. If it is rusty, ask if you can probe it with a screwdriver. If you can push it through, seriously consider finding another car.
One suggestion is the "big butt test". This is where you remove the top. Put a large friend in the passenger seat, and attempt to open and close the door. Problems doing so would be a good indication of the longitudinal problem. I would also suggest that either you or a mechanic check the the compression on each cylinder. -Matt |
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