MFI or carbs? Options

[bossboy302]

Sorry for re-asking this, but as I begin fiddling with mechanical and electrical components for my project 6 conversion, I am still pondering this decision.

The car, when finished, will be shipped to Europe where my wife and I can use it when we're there, and do some rallies, trips and such. There will likely be (months-long) periods of no use.

Have most of the necessary stuff for the build, (included with the '71E motor-entire MFI, fuel filter/console, complete electrical board, fuel pump, etc) all from 'donor' car...

But I'm beginning to sense that the complexity of MFI (transducers, fuel system, micro-switches, etc.) could prove challenging. A good set of PMO's on the other hand: basic fuel pump and regulator, MSD 6AL, and a spray can of ether may be better suited, again given the intended use.

So, I welcome thoughts and opinions-thanks

[vitamin914]

On my carbed '74 914-4 I have a switch to the electric fuel pump. I just shut off the fuel pump and let the fuel bowls go down before turning off the engine. The Webers have a tendency to boil over if shut down after a good run on a hot day. If well hidden, the fuel pump switch also could help if someone tries to steal the car (with carbs) - it will start go a bit and then die leaving them stuck and perplexed. Not an anti-theft guarantee but everything helps.

Fuel injection can be very reliable. I love getting into my 73 turning the key and having it fire up right away. Less cranking before starting compared to the carbs. The thought of fixing the FI scares me if it ever fails.

IF there is ever a problem it will be more difficult to fix FI stuck in the middle of nowhere. Carbs are simple mechanical, FI uses electrons and it is hard to see what the electrons are doing at the side of the road after lifting the hood.

A lot of young mechanics don't know what to do if they can't find an OBD II port to see which part needs to be replaced.