First 914, looking for resto tips/ and build ideas |
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First 914, looking for resto tips/ and build ideas |
SLRPY MN |
Feb 25 2015, 10:26 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 22 Joined: 25-February 15 From: Bremerton, Wa Member No.: 18,477 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
So I met with a man last week and put down some money on 1972 1.7L 914. the body is in excellent shape, all the carpet was removed which made it easy to see any ares that could have been reusted out. minor rust in the lower crease in the rear trunk. the battery compartment and under the batttery. He told me it won't start due to a starter issue. the injectors, plugs and wires are all new. also has brand new empi wheels and tires. I'm picking up the car on friday and plan on spending most my weekend on getting this car running again. So im sure i will be spending alot of time researching possible starting issues and cleaning fuel lines.
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Cairo94507 |
Mar 1 2015, 08:16 AM
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Michael Group: Members Posts: 9,763 Joined: 1-November 08 From: Auburn, CA Member No.: 9,712 Region Association: Northern California |
I agree that you likely will need some new sheet metal in the hell hole and passenger side long. However, when life gives you lemons make some kind of alcoholic beverage and relax. Take the opportunity to drop the motor/transaxle and clean stuff up while the engine is out of the car and that way once the metal repair is done you can paint the engine bay nicely. Be sure to tape everything off so it looks factory when done. Oh and while the engine is out you could re-seal it where it is leaking and do a valve job. Might want to go ahead and do cylinders, pistons and rings...you get the idea. This is a slippery slope for sure. Good luck and document it all with photos for us to enjoy too. PS- thanks for taking the rear spoiler off. Don't forget to seal those holes up if the car sits outside. Personally, though I understand the purpose, I have never cared for the trunk spoiler look.
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