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What are YOU looking at... ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 372 Joined: 13-March 03 From: Carrollton, Texas Member No.: 423 ![]() |
I (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wub.gif) my 914. This one is really special. Extremely clean, rust free (no really!) and original. I parted with my last one when I really didn't want to and regretted it severely!
However, the car is depressing me! After Clay helped me put the FI back on (which turned in to a mild debacle) she ran like a dream for a while, then the rebuilt feul pump started to "whine". It's internment so I still haven't diagnosed that propperly. Then I put new plugs in (on the recommendation of Clay) and now the damn thing is running like an old Briggs and Stratton Hit & Miss engine. I am NOT mechanical. I never have been. I know enough to diagnose and fix small problems but don't really even have the base knowledge about engines that most all of you guys take for granted. Am I kidding myself trying to own a 914? It seems like the maintenance never ends and after having the car (in running condition) for about a year now, I've barely been able to enjoy 2-3 months of driving! Should I just give up and let someone else who has more know how and mechanical stamina take care of the old girl? Suicidally yours.. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad2.gif) Doug |
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"I'm pacing myself sergeant..." ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 1,205 Joined: 2-August 04 From: McKinney, TX Member No.: 2,437 ![]() |
Hang in there Doug!
I am also an amatuer mechanic. I have found that everytime I attempt a large project on a 914 (converting to the original FI would definitely qualify) it takes a bit of time to really sort things out. Mainly due to 1) it is the first time I have ever attempted anything like it; and 2) these cars are old. But once I get through that phase, the car is rock solid (till I take it apart again (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) ). The point is, converting your car from carbs back to FI is not a small project. You are still in your "shake down cruise". Keep at it. If all else fails, follow the advise of others and seek and pay a professional. These car are worth the effort and money. But, I predict that you won't need this option. good luck (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer.gif) |
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