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1974 914 1.8 ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 674 Joined: 17-July 19 From: PHX AZ 60 miles south Member No.: 23,302 Region Association: Southwest Region ![]() |
Trying to learn more on this because of the recent post of the 914 fire. I assumbe the fires usually start down near the fuel pump where the hoses/clamps are found is that correct? Also how about on top of the engine is that a big concern also or not so much of a concern?
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The wrencher formerly known as Cuddy_K ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 2,481 Joined: 22-May 15 From: Heber City, UT Member No.: 18,749 Region Association: Intermountain Region ![]() ![]() |
Totally agree with all these points. Let me also add that people running carbs should check the condition of the lead plugs/slugs used for casting. I had one pop out of a weber and spill gas all over the hot engine. Thankfully it never ignited, but it was sooooo close. Literally saw wisps of smoky vapor rising from a pool of fuel on the the engine. Found the plug and tapped it back in, followed by some JB weld to make sure it stayed there.
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Senior Member ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 1,921 Joined: 6-April 06 From: Kearns, UT Member No.: 5,834 Region Association: Intermountain Region ![]() |
Let me also add that people running carbs should check the condition of the lead plugs/slugs used for casting. YUP!!! Only engine fire I have ever seen first hand in a 914 was caused by this. Thankfully it was at an autocross where we were able to quickly flag the driver and had extinguishers on hand. Still made a big old mess of the car though. and +1 on the Halon. It only seems expensive until you need it, then its worth every penny. |
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