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| Jamie |
 Apr 28 2023, 07:36 AM
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I am trying to keep my 73 1.7L as stock as possible yet very reliable for extended travel. Recently had professional first engine removal to address several minor oil leaks and other concerns, to prepare for a 5 day tour event in June. The original coil is still in place and seems to be working fine, what is the usual life expectancy for a 50 yr. old coil? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)
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| BillJ |
Apr 28 2023, 08:21 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,106 Joined: 4-March 13 From: charlotte, NC Member No.: 15,610 Region Association: None
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Lol. Totally right.
There was a thread here for a guy going cross country. Pretty sure his load of spares and tools weighed 500 lbs easy. So with road cars my spares included: Frunk: The spare Fan belt The tool roll Small ratchet and socket set Anti fog Windex Paper towels Door pocket: Fuses Bulbs for taillights Pen Condom for all the girls fawning over the 914 (very old) Voltage regulator Thats it really aside from the dangerous jack in the trunk. |
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| Jamie |
Apr 28 2023, 08:32 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,033 Joined: 13-October 04 From: Georgetown,KY Member No.: 2,939 Region Association: South East States
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QUOTE(BillJ @ Apr 28 2023, 06:21 AM)  Lol. Totally right. There was a thread here for a guy going cross country. Pretty sure his load of spares and tools weighed 500 lbs easy. So with road cars my spares included: Frunk: The spare Fan belt The tool roll Small ratchet and socket set Anti fog Windex Paper towels Door pocket: Fuses Bulbs for taillights Pen Condom for all the girls fawning over the 914 (very old) Voltage regulator Thats it really aside from the dangerous jack in the trunk. My old teener girl has 58K on the odometer, and the only spare part I carry is the alternator belt, because Dad left one in the frunk when I bought her from him in 2002. I have replaced it with a new and more limber belt, but never leave home without my AAA and Visa cards! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif) |
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Posts in this topic
Jamie How reliable are old coils? Apr 28 2023, 07:36 AM
Superhawk996 Plenty of functional OEM coils (buzz box or tremb... Apr 28 2023, 07:54 AM BillJ Dwell. Funny.
If you are really worried pick up ... Apr 28 2023, 08:03 AM
Superhawk996
Dwell. Funny.
If you are really worried pick up... Apr 28 2023, 08:14 AM Superhawk996
Lol. Totally right.
There was a thread here for ... Apr 28 2023, 08:35 AM dr914@autoatlanta.com very very reliable as long as they are not leaking... Apr 28 2023, 08:41 AM BillJ Yes!!! AAA and money. All set Apr 28 2023, 08:52 AM Superhawk996
Yes!!! AAA and money. All set
I ha... Apr 28 2023, 08:56 AM GregAmy
Yes!!! AAA and money. All set
:ag... Apr 28 2023, 12:44 PM rjames I pack a spare clutch, accelerator cable and a cou... Apr 28 2023, 09:17 AM BillJ Cables are a good low weight add Apr 28 2023, 09:34 AM Superhawk996
Cables are a good low weight add
Slippery slope.... Apr 28 2023, 09:38 AM rjames Bring a friend so you have someone to get out and ... Apr 28 2023, 09:43 AM BillJ Always be uphill. Apr 28 2023, 09:44 AM StarBear Yep; still got my original coil, though pack a new... Apr 28 2023, 12:33 PM VaccaRabite If you can drive your car 25 miles and trust it, y... Apr 28 2023, 01:19 PM |
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