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914Bryan
post Jun 25 2011, 12:55 AM
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Howdy! New to the 914 scene and am very excited about being part of this community!

I found a very nice 74 2.0 914 that was stored in an airplane hanger. I actually was looking at a motorcycle and saw this in the corner. The deal was made and the tow truck hauled it away. Varnish in the tank, fuel pump non-operational, and typical decay from sitting for over 10 years.

Pulled the tank and dumped the old fuel, ran new fuel lines, changed out oil/filter, had the original fuel pump rebuilt, popped in a new battery and she lit right up!! Drove it around the block, put new tires on her and off I went. Drove it 60 easy highway miles. Can't believe there were no real glitches as far as the motor goes.

And here we go! Not used to the sloppy shifter!! Is this normal? At first, shifted fine, but as the miles racked up, couldn't find first without grinding. Second and third, no problem, but fourth, couldnt find it. Fifth could be found if I swung the shifter back across the pattern to first then dumped it in fifth.

Where do I start? at the shifter or the transmission? The shifter just feels as loose as a goose. Any ideas or directions appreciated!!!

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post Jun 25 2011, 01:14 AM
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(IMG:style_emoticons/default/thisthreadisworthlesswithoutpics.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welcome.png) Congratulations! Sounds like a nice find. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
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post Jun 25 2011, 01:59 AM
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(IMG:style_emoticons/default/welcome.png) A 74! Nice! That would be a side shifter tranny. My 72 has a side shifter also and I think it shifts great. Most likely an easy fix, maybe bushings and adjustment. Lots of threads about that here. Your in the right place!
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post Jun 25 2011, 04:10 AM
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Sounds like a great find!

On the shifting issues, I would start with the shifter bushings.

You have come to the right place. Lots of helpful people and knowledge on this site.
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post Jun 25 2011, 04:13 AM
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(IMG:style_emoticons/default/welcome.png) Nice find, I'll give you 1k for it. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) Just sounds like the bushings. Go to pelican.com and you'll find what you need. There is a bushing at the firewall and one inside the plastic cover at the tail of the transmission. The bushings probably were brittle and began breaking-up once you started to drive it around.
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post Jun 25 2011, 06:21 AM
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Look below in the 31 pages link in my sig for adjustment and trouble shooting details regarding the shifting/transmission.

Short answer, it should not shift poorly. Good bushings, set screws, and a gear box in good shape shift wonderfully (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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post Jun 25 2011, 08:22 AM
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Short answer, it should not shift poorly. Good bushings, set screws, and a gear box in good shape shift wonderfully (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)


How about a shift diagnose video? You could probably sell a ton of bushings.
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post Jun 25 2011, 08:23 AM
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post Jun 25 2011, 08:47 AM
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post Jun 25 2011, 09:17 AM
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The original bushings are plastic. They break down over time. There are bronze bushings available cheap. They are much better than plastic.

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post Jun 25 2011, 09:19 AM
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Can't wait to see some pics
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post Jun 25 2011, 09:21 AM
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QUOTE(RobW @ Jun 25 2011, 10:22 AM) *

QUOTE(Dr Evil @ Jun 25 2011, 05:21 AM) *


Short answer, it should not shift poorly. Good bushings, set screws, and a gear box in good shape shift wonderfully (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)


How about a shift diagnose video? You could probably sell a ton of bushings.


I already covered it in writing. I can't see a video working well (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)
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post Jun 25 2011, 09:22 AM
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post Jun 25 2011, 09:44 AM
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Let's see some pics!
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post Jun 25 2011, 12:12 PM
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At this point in time you'll definitely will want to get a full set of shifter bushings & change them out, and also check that the engine & transaxle mounts are still solid & not giving you movement in the drivetrain as you shift.

If you're wanting to do most of the maintenance/rebuilds yourself & the transmission issues aren't solved by the above, then get Dr. Evil's DVD on rebuilding them, or you can ship it back to him in the Pittsburgh PA area or catch the nearest next Tranny clinic.

If you get stuck on mechanical stuff here in OC & want to stay closer, try Bill Brewster in San Clemente who works on my buddy's 71 914/4.

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PS - also add your 914 to the VIN registry by adding it at your "My Controls" panel, even if the prior had it listed, as it helps track the ownership. TIA
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post Jun 25 2011, 12:20 PM
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"very nice 74 2.0 914"

And as we wait for pictures and VIN, could it be a Can Am? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif)

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post Jun 26 2011, 06:07 AM
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Attached Image here it is after a long wash and polish!!
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post Jun 26 2011, 06:14 AM
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Very nice looking 914!
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post Jun 26 2011, 09:51 AM
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Looks real nice.
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post Jun 26 2011, 10:09 AM
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About the trans, did you change the oil in it? Check the clutch adjustment. If you don't have a repair manual, buy or borrow one.
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