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Mike Bellis
post Oct 5 2014, 10:18 PM
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I topped off the methanol tank and took it to 120mph... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/evilgrin.gif)
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post Oct 6 2014, 01:47 AM
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post Oct 6 2014, 06:25 AM
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Since it was pushed out of the garage for play time, I figured I would tinker with it. I have been scared to start it since it has been in storage for 20 plus years. I changed the oil, hooked up jumper cables, added fresh gas. First key turn, motor spun. I was happy it was not locked up. Second turn, spin and sputtered. Surprised would be an understatement. Third key turn, motor started and had a good idle. Completely shocked. I let it run for three mins then shut it down. It was just the thing I needed to make me keep it. My dad and I had talked for years about "getting it running". He passed away a year ago. My new goal is to get it road worthy, drive the dragon like we said we would. I will just have to do it with my lil girl in the passenger seat. Time to make new memories with the "tiny red car that winks" as she calls it.

Good luck. I'm sure there will be more "challenges" ahead, particularly after sitting all that time, but you've come to the right place. I started a little over a year ago on my '72 1.7L (red BTW, with the headlight that also "winks") that had been sitting for a LONG time. It's been a lot of fun, and this place has been invaluable. What year/engine/etc. do you have? And yes, your daughter is adorable. My 14 year old daughter LOVES riding with me in the teener just spinning around with the targa off. Hopefully you'll have a lot of memories with her.
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post Oct 6 2014, 08:06 AM
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Drove it to work today , 55 degrees this morning- glad I hooked up the heat!
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post Oct 6 2014, 08:44 AM
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Installed 17mm brake master cylinder today. The infamous feeder lines and rubber grommets were fairly easy to go in. It took me 30 min to figure out (but had to spend few hours to read numerous threads in advance). The easiest way for me was to install grommets in the MC first, then lubricate the fluid feeder lines with WD40. Finally I forced them to fit with my fingers followed by a pair of pliers to conclude. As I was advised, made the fluid reservoir loosened on the above.
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post Oct 6 2014, 05:13 PM
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Went to Ocala Cars and Coffee. Finally some nice cool weather. Installed new KYB inserts in the front struts, New KYB struts in the rear and 100# springs in the rear.




I wish I had known you were in Ocala. Betty and I could have visited the last time we were visiting her father in the Villages. We are always up to see someone's 914.
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post Oct 6 2014, 06:21 PM
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Bought a new battery a few weeks ago. I had to fab a new hold down bracket as this is larger that the last one. Cleaned up the carbs and fired it up. Still working on my revised air intake scoop.
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post Oct 6 2014, 07:40 PM
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You guys have been busy.

The time I thought I had earned from all the 'honey-doos' got put on the back burner - again (IMG:style_emoticons/default/dry.gif) We had another skunk take up residence under the house and took us almost a week to get the bugger out. One of our dogs found a way under the house too and guess what? ... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/blink.gif)

Well, after giving Kiddo a bath, I started refurbishing and making new crawl-space vent screens all around the house. Only have two left to go, but those are structurally sound, so they can wait until the rest of the trim gets painted next summer. I think we've got all the possible areas of entrance protected now (IMG:style_emoticons/default/shades.gif)

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post Oct 6 2014, 07:55 PM
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QUOTE(BobR @ Oct 5 2014, 01:59 PM) *

Went to Ocala Cars and Coffee. Finally some nice cool weather. Installed new KYB inserts in the front struts, New KYB struts in the rear and 100# springs in the rear.




I wish I had known you were in Ocala. Betty and I could have visited the last time we were visiting her father in the Villages. We are always up to see someone's 914.

Next time you are down give me a call. I am actually in the Ocala National Forest just East of Silver Springs, about 25 minutes from the Villages. There are some awesome roads with twisties through all the beautiful horse farms here.
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post Oct 6 2014, 09:09 PM
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Took my granddaughter out for a ride through some twisties today. She was yelling and screaming "Woohooo, this is like riding a roller coaster."Attached Image
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post Oct 7 2014, 04:25 AM
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QUOTE(BobR @ Oct 6 2014, 06:55 PM) *

QUOTE(ClayPerrine @ Oct 6 2014, 07:13 PM) *

QUOTE(BobR @ Oct 5 2014, 01:59 PM) *

Went to Ocala Cars and Coffee. Finally some nice cool weather. Installed new KYB inserts in the front struts, New KYB struts in the rear and 100# springs in the rear.




I wish I had known you were in Ocala. Betty and I could have visited the last time we were visiting her father in the Villages. We are always up to see someone's 914.

Next time you are down give me a call. I am actually in the Ocala National Forest just East of Silver Springs, about 25 minutes from the Villages. There are some awesome roads with twisties through all the beautiful horse farms here.


Hey guys, I too live in the Ocala Forest. Let me know when your down here and I'll crash your party. Bob, I'll meet. you at the next Coffee and Cars in Ocala.

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post Oct 7 2014, 04:29 AM
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Yesterday I pulled the tranny from the race car and today I'll pull the one in NICE and tomorrow I hope to put the race cars tranny into NICE.
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post Oct 7 2014, 12:57 PM
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Installed new lexan windshield on the race car. The old one was very pitted and scratched. Now I have to install the sun shield along the top.
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post Oct 7 2014, 01:39 PM
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Took my granddaughter out for a ride through some twisties today. She was yelling and screaming "Woohooo, this is like riding a roller coaster."Attached Image


That's what it's all about right there. Well done Bob.
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post Oct 7 2014, 02:48 PM
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Yesterday I pulled the tranny from the race car and today I'll pull the one in NICE and tomorrow I hope to put the race cars tranny into NICE.
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post Oct 7 2014, 03:06 PM
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QUOTE(Joe Sharp @ Oct 7 2014, 06:25 AM) *

QUOTE(BobR @ Oct 6 2014, 06:55 PM) *

QUOTE(ClayPerrine @ Oct 6 2014, 07:13 PM) *

QUOTE(BobR @ Oct 5 2014, 01:59 PM) *

Went to Ocala Cars and Coffee. Finally some nice cool weather. Installed new KYB inserts in the front struts, New KYB struts in the rear and 100# springs in the rear.




I wish I had known you were in Ocala. Betty and I could have visited the last time we were visiting her father in the Villages. We are always up to see someone's 914.

Next time you are down give me a call. I am actually in the Ocala National Forest just East of Silver Springs, about 25 minutes from the Villages. There are some awesome roads with twisties through all the beautiful horse farms here.


Hey guys, I too live in the Ocala Forest. Let me know when your down here and I'll crash your party. Bob, I'll meet. you at the next Coffee and Cars in Ocala.

It is held the first Sunday of every month, 8-11am. We hold it on the NE corner of SR40 and NE 25th Avenue in the parking lot next to Discount tire. See you there.

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Took my granddaughter out for a ride through some twisties today. She was yelling and screaming "Woohooo, this is like riding a roller coaster."Attached Image


That's what it's all about right there. Well done Bob.

Thanks. I am sure we made a memory she will keep for life.
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didn't do a darn thing today

Had to put 4 legged kid down and don't have the heart to do much of anything.
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Hey Mark, you have PM.
Today I'm about half way done putting the tranny back in.
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post Oct 9 2014, 04:01 AM
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didn't do a darn thing today

Had to put 4 legged kid down and don't have the heart to do much of anything.
We have to make tough decisions sometimes ... been there (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif)

Remember him/her fondly and rescue another one, they'll bring joy back into your life.
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