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| dvid3k |
 Jul 23 2013, 08:11 PM
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Newbie  Group: Members Posts: 31 Joined: 22-July 13 From: Charleston WV Member No.: 16,146 Region Association: None  |
I just thought I would drop by before bed and introduce my first entry into the 914 world. I've been a fan of the 914 for a long time now but I had no plans on purchasing one anytime soon until a coworker sent me a photo of a car he happened upon one day.
How I found it: After I saw it I couldn't resist stopping by to check it out, after that there was no turning back. I knew it was a 914 but the Chalon kit had me a bit confused as to what I was looking at, the Chalon kit isn't completely my cup of tea, if I had a choice I would have been much happier with a stock body but I was more sold on all the new parts the car has. It had been sitting for a couple years but it had a nearly brand rebuilt 2000cc engine, new shocks and struts, new exhaust, dual weber carb setup, pertronix distributor and probably some more things once I dig through the paper work. Aside from the Chalon kit the rest of the car is very solid with no major rust areas making themselves apparent as of yet. I've got some minor rust here and there but so far most of it is not rotted through yet, all seeming very tamable so far. There is definitely body work to do with the fiberglass. It is a rarity to see a 914 in my area, especially one for sale that I could afford so I did what needed to be done and the end result was a roll back dropping it off at my house earlier this afternoon. Now the process of bringing it back to life begins. I'm still a bit afraid of what I've gotten myself into but I'm still optimistic. Probably the first wash this car has had in several years, Its looking much better with all the crud washed off. I've already pulled the fuel tank and cleaned it out and changed the oil but it looks like I'm going to have to get a fuel pump before I can start it up. I'm having an issue with the accelerator pedal as well, the man I purchased it from said it needed a cable but it seems like the little ball joint thing on the back of the pedal has just popped off of the piece it snaps on to, I've tried popping it back on but it just doesn't seem to stay, nor does it have clearance to miss the metal piece of the body tunnel to the right of the pedal so I'll have to work that out as well before I can get it moved from its current position. |
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| Krieger |
Jul 23 2013, 08:15 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 4,711 Joined: 24-May 04 From: Santa Rosa CA Member No.: 2,104 Region Association: None 
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Congratulations! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welcome.png)
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| Cairo94507 |
Jul 23 2013, 08:27 PM
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Michael Group: Members Posts: 9,759 Joined: 1-November 08 From: Auburn, CA Member No.: 9,712 Region Association: Northern California
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Well you have started off in the right direction with the fuel tank. Make sure you drain the whole system and then check the sock filter in the tank as they tend to clog. Next I would give the brakes a good going over to make sure the car will stop. PMB Performance is your one stop shop for all of your brake needs. Check all of the suspension attachment points and look for rust in all of the usual spots. Good luck as you get to know your new toy. |
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| Pursang |
Jul 23 2013, 08:31 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 232 Joined: 19-January 13 From: Beaverton Member No.: 15,386 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
Full disclaimer: I am probably one of the world's worst folks at mechanical repairs. Take everything I say with a grain, hell, a whole bag of salt.
I don't know what year your 914 is but, as long as you are replacing the fuel pump, you might want to take a look at relocating it. The original location makes the car susceptible to vapor locks. Perhaps one of the more skilled mechanical contributors can chime in with details. Maybe that was done already as a part of the modifications the previous owner completed. Congratulations on getting your 914. Hope you enjoy the experience. It can be addicting. |
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| PanelBilly |
Jul 23 2013, 09:54 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,807 Joined: 23-July 06 From: Kent, Wa Member No.: 6,488 Region Association: Pacific Northwest
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Your no longer on the edge of the cliff I've stepped off and the fall is in motion. Funny, how it feels like your flying at first
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| rick 918-S |
Jul 23 2013, 10:25 PM
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Hey nice rack! -Celette Group: Members Posts: 20,460 Joined: 30-December 02 From: Now in Superior WI Member No.: 43 Region Association: Northstar Region 
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| timothy_nd28 |
Jul 23 2013, 10:54 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,299 Joined: 25-September 07 From: IN Member No.: 8,154 Region Association: Upper MidWest
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| ConeDodger |
Jul 24 2013, 12:16 AM
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Apex killer! Group: Members Posts: 23,588 Joined: 31-December 04 From: Tahoe Area Member No.: 3,380 Region Association: Northern California
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(IMG:style_emoticons/default/welcome.png) good luck!
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| motorvated |
Jul 24 2013, 06:20 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 279 Joined: 13-February 13 From: Colorado Member No.: 15,519 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
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Nice to see another Chalon. I've had mine since February and it's up on jack stands getting treated to a 911 5-lug conversion. Can't see if yours is 5- lug or not, but if it is, I'd take a look at how the conversion was done. Mine had very unsafe cast spacers with threads for the lugs. Chalons usually have wider than stock rims, so it's important to have things right because of the additional cornering forces associated with the wider wheels and tires. The body kit should be very sturdy and you might even start liking it....with time. Enjoy your Chalon, you've come to the right place for help and advice. |
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| JawjaPorsche |
Jul 24 2013, 08:30 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 3,463 Joined: 23-July 11 From: Clayton, Georgia Member No.: 13,351 Region Association: South East States |
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| Mr.242 |
Jul 24 2013, 08:38 AM
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May your glass be smaller so it's always FULL! Group: Members Posts: 1,079 Joined: 10-June 08 From: Seattle Member No.: 9,160 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
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| green914 |
Jul 24 2013, 10:03 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,467 Joined: 29-March 11 From: Sacramento, California Member No.: 12,874 Region Association: Northern California |
(IMG:style_emoticons/default/welcome.png) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif) hope your driving it soon. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/shades.gif)
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| trojanhorsepower |
Jul 25 2013, 05:54 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 861 Joined: 21-September 03 From: Marion, NC Member No.: 1,179 Region Association: None |
Wow, that actually looks pretty good rust wise.
Good luck and Welcome! |
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| dvid3k |
Jul 25 2013, 09:05 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 31 Joined: 22-July 13 From: Charleston WV Member No.: 16,146 Region Association: None |
QUOTE(trojanhorsepower @ Jul 25 2013, 07:54 PM)  Wow, that actually looks pretty good rust wise. Good luck and Welcome! Thank you, So far I'm very happy with the amount of rust I have found, that was my biggest concern when I first inspected the car, everything seems very solid so far. I just can't wait to get it back on the road, I've got a lot a work ahead of me but I feel it will be worth it. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) |
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| dvid3k |
Jul 25 2013, 09:18 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 31 Joined: 22-July 13 From: Charleston WV Member No.: 16,146 Region Association: None |
QUOTE(motorvated @ Jul 24 2013, 08:20 AM) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welcome.png) Nice to see another Chalon. I've had mine since February and it's up on jack stands getting treated to a 911 5-lug conversion. Can't see if yours is 5- lug or not, but if it is, I'd take a look at how the conversion was done. Mine had very unsafe cast spacers with threads for the lugs. Chalons usually have wider than stock rims, so it's important to have things right because of the additional cornering forces associated with the wider wheels and tires. The body kit should be very sturdy and you might even start liking it....with time. Enjoy your Chalon, you've come to the right place for help and advice. I've found this site very helpful so far, (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) I've primarily worked with BMW E30s for the past 6 or 7 years but I've always had a soft spot for the 914s. This is the first opportunity I have had to actually have one of my own. I can't wait to see how they hold the curves. I go back and forth on the Chalon kit, I love the look of a stock 914 but I also like the wide body look of the Chalon kit, there are a couple features I dislike about it but overall I don't mind it. As for the suspension, its still running the 4-lug setup with a set of wider panasport 15s. I may look into converting it to 5-lug in the future but for now I will just be happy to hear it start up. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) |
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| dvid3k |
Jul 26 2013, 05:33 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 31 Joined: 22-July 13 From: Charleston WV Member No.: 16,146 Region Association: None |
She lives! Runs a bit rough but progress is progress. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) First startup!
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| 76-914 |
Jul 26 2013, 07:47 PM
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Repeat Offender & Resident Subaru Antagonist Group: Members Posts: 13,502 Joined: 23-January 09 From: Temecula, CA Member No.: 9,964 Region Association: Southern California
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They handle fantastically. I would suggest that you find a very large parking lot where you can "play" with it and discover it's envelope. I was very surprised at how quickly the rear end came around once it broke loose. IIRC, the pucker factor was around 11 on a scale of 1-10. Oh, (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welcome.png) .
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