FS: (CA) '74 914 flat 6 Subaru project, Stalled EZ30D swap, and it's time to move on |
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FS: (CA) '74 914 flat 6 Subaru project, Stalled EZ30D swap, and it's time to move on |
thenewwazoo |
Jun 14 2015, 10:47 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 56 Joined: 3-October 09 From: RWC Member No.: 10,883 Region Association: Northern California |
Car was sold for $5k
Hello! This is me on my Honda RVF400R, a rare grey-market 400cc V4 motorcycle that I've been restoring over the last two years. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/c2.staticflickr.com-10883-1434343692.1.jpg) Why am I posting a picture of a motorcycle? In order to help explain why my project '74 914 is for sale. When I bought this car and began the project, I was living on the East coast, had a low-stress job, and hadn't get gotten hooked on motorcycles. Now I'm in California, where time is tight and space is limited. It's time to admit that I will never finish this to the high level of quality I demand of myself, and I need to hand this project off to someone who will be excited to finish it. Or sell it for parts. Buyer's choice. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/c1.staticflickr.com-10883-1434343692.2.jpg) If you'd like you can skip straight to the photo album. The car is in Redwood City, CA. Here's the Cliff's notes of what's modified: 1974 Porsche 914 with approximately 117,183 miles 2001 Subaru EZ30 (non-AVCS, single-port flat 6) in place and ready to go Intake using Weber trumpets, Triumph Speed Triple 1050i throttle bodies, and custom 3D printed intake manifolds Complete engine wiring harness built with re-pinned stock engine connectors, and mated with totally stock chassis harness - no stock wiring was cut! Comes with a MegaSquirt that I'll convert to 6cyl operation for you Subframe (over)built by Performance Fabrication of San Carlos, CA, who do championship-winning work Coldwater Conversions half-shafts in installed axles 2006 Impreza RS transmission, converted to 2WD MR2 cable shifter with custom mount Honda clutch slave cylinder with braided SS clutch line mated to stock pedal cluster Low mileage on PO-installed KYB struts, SS brake lines, new brake pads (you can see the ad from when I bought the car: http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?sho...100557&hl=) Custom-specified Griffen 3" thick radiator (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/c2.staticflickr.com-10883-1434343693.3.jpg) (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/c2.staticflickr.com-10883-1434343693.4.jpg) (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/c1.staticflickr.com-10883-1434343694.5.jpg) (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/c2.staticflickr.com-10883-1434343694.6.jpg) (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/c1.staticflickr.com-10883-1434343695.7.jpg) No 914 is rust-free, but this one has surprisingly little, and it was repaired with some kind of epoxy by a previous owner. It's been stored indoors in California, so there's no new rust since then. In 2009 George Hussey described it as "solid, but a basket case", which was perfect for me. The glass is all good, the chassis is good, the interior is good... the car was, and is, a perfect candidate for conversion. My entire goal was a stock 914 with a fun, modern waterpumper, and I based it on a sweet-driving car with a very tired engine. I have intentionally cut as little as possible. Only two cuts have been made to the sheet metal: clearance for the engine (and access to the starter), and mounting for the clutch master/pedal. You'll need to cut the front for radiator ducting; I never did. The front trunk had a dealer-installed A/C system; I planned to use that hole for the radiator outlet. Other than that, the car is as stock as it can be. I especially didn't cut any wires. The engine wiring harness is entirely self-contained and replaces the stock relay board. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/c2.staticflickr.com-10883-1434343696.8.jpg) (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/c2.staticflickr.com-10883-1434343696.9.jpg) (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/c1.staticflickr.com-10883-1434343697.10.jpg) This one's hard to see - it's where the new wiring harness terminates in a 14-pin plug that connects right up to the stock chassis wiring. No cutting, no splicing. There's still a fair bit to be done, of course, but the parts that are "scariest" to everyone else (the intake manifold, the wiring harness, and connecting the shifter to the wheels) are all finished. The car needs its cooling system built (I've got a plan you can follow, or go your own way), needs an exhaust (I'll provide flanges for the EZ30 side), and ECU tuning, along with a reasonable list of odds and ends which I will happily list and discuss with you. If finishing it were fast or easy, I'd have finished it to recoup costs. It's a project, but I think it's got real potential. The car also includes a small assortment of stock parts that were either removed or spares, but most of what I removed was sold to local 914 owners. Interested? Want more pictures? Want details? Want to ask more about my stupid motorcycle habit? Please get in touch. If I could get $5k for the entire bundle, I'd be quite happy, but please feel free to make offers. The car has languished for nearly two years now; I'd like to see it gone. Car is sold. Thanks, Brandon |
matthepcat |
Jun 15 2015, 12:07 AM
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Meat Popsicle Group: Members Posts: 1,462 Joined: 13-December 09 From: Saratoga CA Member No.: 11,125 Region Association: Northern California |
Wow. Very unique....and along the lines i'm looking for.
PM coming your way. |
LeftCoastErik |
Jun 15 2015, 11:46 AM
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BADPNNY Group: Members Posts: 173 Joined: 23-March 15 From: United States Member No.: 18,555 Region Association: Northern California |
Matt, you should already be driving this car! I am thinking about it myself..
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matthepcat |
Jun 15 2015, 03:30 PM
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Meat Popsicle Group: Members Posts: 1,462 Joined: 13-December 09 From: Saratoga CA Member No.: 11,125 Region Association: Northern California |
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PotterPorsche |
Jun 15 2015, 05:52 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 295 Joined: 10-November 13 From: Hayward CA Member No.: 16,628 Region Association: None |
ez30 flat six is an impressive engine. I think 212 hp.
If I had any more room I would have already had it in my garage. 3 vws and a Porsche 914 its packed |
whitetwinturbo |
Jun 15 2015, 08:17 PM
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Honey, does this wing make my ass look fat? Group: Members Posts: 1,391 Joined: 22-October 11 From: Newport Beach/Kalefornya/USA Member No.: 13,704 Region Association: Southern California |
(IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) Could be the one for the father / son project?
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Andyrew |
Jun 15 2015, 08:32 PM
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Spooling.... Please wait Group: Members Posts: 13,376 Joined: 20-January 03 From: Riverbank, Ca Member No.: 172 Region Association: Northern California |
Thats pretty darn cheap... Anyone think it'll last the next 2 days? I dont..
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JRust |
Jun 15 2015, 10:05 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 6,305 Joined: 10-January 03 From: Corvallis Oregon Member No.: 129 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
Damn it if my daughter wasn't getting married next month. I'd be all over this (IMG:style_emoticons/default/evilgrin.gif) . Really a great price & still tempting me way to much. Must..... Get..... Off...... 914 world classifieds right now (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif)
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thenewwazoo |
Jun 15 2015, 11:17 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 56 Joined: 3-October 09 From: RWC Member No.: 10,883 Region Association: Northern California |
Thanks, everyone, for the kind words. I tried to pick a price that I thought was a square deal, and given the level of interest, I think it is. As I've said before, it's good to see that others think the car has potential too. It's a great project! I'm just in a place where it doesn't make sense for me, personally.
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cbehr |
Jun 16 2015, 06:20 AM
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I'm new here ... Group: Members Posts: 0 Joined: 9-June 15 From: Ephrata, PA Member No.: 18,824 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
If I didn't live across the county I'd be interested for sure!
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Chris H. |
Jun 16 2015, 07:22 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 4,028 Joined: 2-January 03 From: Chicago 'burbs Member No.: 73 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
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thenewwazoo |
Jun 16 2015, 08:45 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 56 Joined: 3-October 09 From: RWC Member No.: 10,883 Region Association: Northern California |
... cool carb setup... Just to clarify, this car is actually set up for EFI. The injectors and fuel rails bolt directly to the head, and this setup is a custom job using motorcycle throttle bodies. All of the roar of Webers with all the tuning of injection! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) |
thenewwazoo |
Jun 16 2015, 10:17 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 56 Joined: 3-October 09 From: RWC Member No.: 10,883 Region Association: Northern California |
Hi everyone, it looks like I might have screwed up the permissions on the Flickr album; I've fixed it, so you should be able to see more photos now at https://www.flickr.com/gp/thenewwazoo/43igN1
Thanks! |
jpnovak |
Jun 17 2015, 04:17 PM
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They call me "Nanoman" Group: Members Posts: 231 Joined: 26-August 09 From: Austin TX Member No.: 10,736 Region Association: Southwest Region |
I would buy it if I did not have to ship it. I miss my suby conversion and would love another.
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914forme |
Jun 17 2015, 06:43 PM
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Times a wastin', get wrenchin'! Group: Members Posts: 3,896 Joined: 24-July 04 From: Dayton, Ohio Member No.: 2,388 Region Association: None |
Love the intakes, I have the TBs sitting in the shop waiting to be done. Never thought about doing it with a 3D printer.
Some one buy this, as It is really a smoking deal for whats sitting here! |
JRust |
Jun 17 2015, 08:28 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 6,305 Joined: 10-January 03 From: Corvallis Oregon Member No.: 129 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
This will piss my wife off but if I got to it before anyone else. I sent a PM committing to buy it. I do have a crazy couple weeks so hopefully he can sit on it a bit. Probably be almost a month before I could make the trip down to pick it up. Unless someone happens to be making this trip in the next couple weeks (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) . Happy to pay gas for someone to bring it to me (IMG:style_emoticons/default/evilgrin.gif)
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mepstein |
Jun 18 2015, 05:15 AM
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914-6 GT in waiting Group: Members Posts: 19,239 Joined: 19-September 09 From: Landenberg, PA/Wilmington, DE Member No.: 10,825 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
looks like a great project.
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fs096b |
Jun 18 2015, 08:19 PM
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bob Group: Members Posts: 8 Joined: 12-December 14 From: simi valley, ca. Member No.: 18,216 Region Association: Southern California |
sent email and pm, like to make an offer, check your messages for my info
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matthepcat |
Jun 20 2015, 03:48 PM
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Meat Popsicle Group: Members Posts: 1,462 Joined: 13-December 09 From: Saratoga CA Member No.: 11,125 Region Association: Northern California |
Thought I would post some info on this car. I visited Brandon Friday and the car is everything as described and shown in the pictures. No surprises here.
Brandon is obviously a nerd for the small details and it shows in his well thought out plan and execution. This car could be driving in a few dedicated weekends of work. It is worth every penny of the asking price. |
thenewwazoo |
Jun 20 2015, 04:30 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 56 Joined: 3-October 09 From: RWC Member No.: 10,883 Region Association: Northern California |
Thanks for the kind words, Matt! It was a pleasure to meet you.
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