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Opinions on 1973 914 1.7 Restoration, Please offer your opinions and guidance on this car... |
kfieler |
Jul 26 2007, 06:20 PM
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kfieler Group: Members Posts: 71 Joined: 26-July 07 From: Southern California (Mojave Desert) Member No.: 7,949 |
I just picked-up this complete, unmolested 1973 914 1.7 for $400.00 (US) in California's Mojave Desert. It is not running and the previous owner claims the car has not been started in ten years… claiming that the engine cranks but does not start. This is my first adventure into the world of Porsche. I was wondering if anyone out there could help me with some expertise and opinions... PLEASE! Before I slap-in a battery and try to start the car for the first time, I would like to know if there is a pre-start procedure I should follow or work I should perform before starting this car for the first time. Any thoughts? The vacuum hoses are shot and I would like to replace them and I feel an urge to replace all the fuel hoses as well. In your opinion: 1. Should I use stock "OEM" vacuum hoses or should I maybe use something "sportier" (i.e. colored silicone vacuum lines)? 2. What would you recommend for fuel hoses? 3. Can you recommend a good on-line supplier for vacuum and fuel hoses? In the second photo, you will notice the top flange on the “rubber elbow” that attaches to the air cleaner assembly (see arrow) has been torn-off. I have the flange and clamp and am wondering if there is a way to glue the flange back on? If not, can anyone recommend where I may find a replacement elbow? I noticed that the fuel injectors on this car are “GREEN” and I have read that green injectors are for a 2.0. I have verified that this engine (EB003960) is a 1.7 and have read that 1.7 injectors are supposed to be “YELLOW”. Is this true and can I expect to have problems with 2.0 injectors on a 1.7 engine? In your opinion, was $400.00 for this “rust-free” southern California car a good deal (even though it is not running)? Any idea what it is worth in its current condition? The interior is in great shape and the only notable rust I’ve found is superficial and non-structural (i.e. surface rust on the battery tray). Thank you in advance for any feedback you can afford! I look forward to getting this car on the road! |
jonferns |
Jul 27 2007, 09:45 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,081 Joined: 29-March 07 From: New Jersey Member No.: 7,631 Region Association: North East States |
Great find, hope its truly rust free
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kfieler |
Jul 27 2007, 01:06 PM
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kfieler Group: Members Posts: 71 Joined: 26-July 07 From: Southern California (Mojave Desert) Member No.: 7,949 |
"Virtually" rust-free...
[attachmentid=124 085] great find man..."rust free" does in fact have different meanings...there is "rust free at first glance" where it looks rust free, but rust can be hiding and lurking in the shadows...then there is "rust free, rust free" where after the car it thoroughly inspected, no rust is found.... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welcome.png) -JON (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) and how about some more pics? Hey... I want to thank ALL of you for your input on this car and for sharing your knowledge! On the topic of my description of this being a "virtually rust-free car", here is what I have found (refer to the pics): The front and rear trunk compartments show a little bit of surface rust (but when I push hard on the rusty spots, the metal does not move). The "hell hole" looks pretty good to me... there IS surface rust on the battery tray; however, I can find no structural damage (just some surface rust) below the tray. I don't expect a problem here and plan on giving the area a "POR-15" treatment (anybody have a better idea?) I know it is not that big a deal (at least right now), but the interior looks pretty good to me just as it sits! I have pulled the carpet and the floor pans look good; as does the floor behind the "pedal board". I haven't yet but plan to pull the rocker panels and check behind them. I haven't jacked-up the car yet, but looking underneath, I see no rust holes... unlike my '71 Super Beetle :-( I believe (HOPE) that once I get this thing running, it will be a GREAT project car! I can't wait to learn more about these cars! SHOULD BE FUN! |
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