 My '70 V-8 Assembly Thread, a few updates and pic's |
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| Mueller |
 Jan 4 2018, 11:51 AM
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914 Freak!  Group: Members Posts: 17,146 Joined: 4-January 03 From: Antioch, CA Member No.: 87 Region Association: None 
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QUOTE(Cracker @ Dec 14 2017, 07:41 AM)  Anyone wanting a radio in that car should not be allowed to own it...I am obviously not a fan of sound systems in what I believe are "drivers cars". The "soundtrack" is built in...now if it were a SIX, maybe... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) Not that I follow these cars (I do notl) but the most expensive 901/SBC 914 I ever saw sold went for 18.5 (back in '09l). That car was exceedingly clean with a brand-new crate motor. Tony Getting stuck in traffic a few times and you'll wish you had a radio or at least ear buds for your phone (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) |
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| Cracker |
Jan 4 2018, 11:54 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,148 Joined: 2-February 10 From: Atlanta (area) Member No.: 11,316 Region Association: South East States
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Great idea Kent - great Dad!!! I hope he doesn't look up your posts here...
Tony QUOTE(76-914 @ Jan 4 2018, 12:32 PM) I've decided to surprise my son in Tx with this car and want him to have a fully functional transmission. |
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| rhodyguy |
Jan 4 2018, 12:16 PM
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Chimp Sanctuary NW. Check it out. Group: Members Posts: 22,055 Joined: 2-March 03 From: Orion's Bell. The BELL! Member No.: 378 Region Association: Galt's Gulch |
Nice.
Don't forget to add transport to the purchase price. Still a great deal. |
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| bulitt |
Jan 4 2018, 07:34 PM
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Achtzylinder Group: Members Posts: 4,188 Joined: 2-October 11 Member No.: 13,632 Region Association: South East States |
QUOTE(76-914 @ Jan 4 2018, 12:32 PM) I don't know how people get anything done on their conversion if they don't work on them daily. I didn't touch mine for two weeks because of the Holidays & and related travels. I went out to the garage last nite and just stared at it. Couldn't get the motion going whereas if I work on it a little every day I can immediately pick up where I left off. Be it a 20 min session or an 8 hour session. Since I have the brakes working and an exhaust system in place it's time to address the 1st gear issue with the transmission. Bob said it was rebuilt at one of Dr Evil's clinics but he skipped installing a new synchro on 1st. Hope I don't discover it's the more expensive 1st gear slider. However, I've decided to surprise my son in Tx with this car and want him to have a fully functional transmission. I'd thought about giving him the Subaru conversion but if he had a mechanic that wasn't willing to spend extra time figuring out how the old and new electronics were married then the car might sit and rot should he encounter any problems. This car with the old school carb, mechanical fuel pump, etc can be serviced by most mechanics. Besides, he is young enough to enjoy this type car. Flashy and loud. A steroid emitting Hot Rod! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/av-943.gif) So, next up is the transmission repair and installing an interior. I'll post a few pics next time. Hope all of you guys had a great Christmas and New Years. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) Kent- When the Dr installed the flipped H in 5th I am almost positive he removed the 5th gear syncro and installed it in first gear. You will know the first time you shift into first! |
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| 76-914 |
Jan 4 2018, 09:00 PM
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Repeat Offender & Resident Subaru Antagonist Group: Members Posts: 13,485 Joined: 23-January 09 From: Temecula, CA Member No.: 9,964 Region Association: Southern California
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QUOTE(Cracker @ Jan 4 2018, 09:54 AM) Great idea Kent - great Dad!!! I hope he doesn't look up your posts here... Tony QUOTE(76-914 @ Jan 4 2018, 12:32 PM) I've decided to surprise my son in Tx with this car and want him to have a fully functional transmission. He doesn't know about this site; yet! I watched him as he watched the video of it running and decided then and there. The biggest profit I'll realize is watching his reaction and joy when I deliver it to him. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) |
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| 914forme |
Jan 4 2018, 09:34 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
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| Chris914n6 |
Jan 4 2018, 09:36 PM
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Jackstands are my life. Group: Members Posts: 3,302 Joined: 14-March 03 From: Las Vegas, NV Member No.: 431 Region Association: Southwest Region |
QUOTE(76-914 @ Jan 4 2018, 09:32 AM) I don't know how people get anything done on their conversion if they don't work on them daily. I didn't touch mine for two weeks because of the Holidays & and related travels. I went out to the garage last nite and just stared at it. Couldn't get the motion going whereas if I work on it a little every day I can immediately pick up where I left off. Be it a 20 min session or an 8 hour session. It's nice to hear I'm not the only one with that problem. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) And being a 914 I have to block off 1-2 hours minimum to get anything done. QUOTE(76-914 @ Jan 4 2018, 09:32 AM) Since I have the brakes working and an exhaust system in place it's time to address the 1st gear issue with the transmission. I rarely start off in 1st with my V6, won't need it at all with a V8. So not really a problem if it isn't up to snuff. Go drive it. |
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| 76-914 |
Jan 5 2018, 11:34 PM
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Repeat Offender & Resident Subaru Antagonist Group: Members Posts: 13,485 Joined: 23-January 09 From: Temecula, CA Member No.: 9,964 Region Association: Southern California
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QUOTE(914forme @ Jan 4 2018, 07:34 PM) Oh yea, I forgot your in that tribe Stephen. Your approval speaks volumes for passing it on. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) Your right Chris. Time to drive it around the block. To quote Cap'n Ron, "If anything is going to happen it's going to happen out there". (IMG:style_emoticons/default/lol-2.gif) |
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| get off my lawn |
Jan 8 2018, 06:29 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 168 Joined: 18-August 11 From: west coast Member No.: 13,462 Region Association: None |
About a million years ago I was at Irwindale raceway with my V8 914.
We called it an autocross but we ran continuous laps for 10 or 15 minutes at a time, it was a blast. IIRC there were around 60 cars entered and at least 10 full on instructors running. I ended up 6th overall which is really saying something considering my lack of go-fast skilz. One of the hot shots came up to me inbetween sessions and asked how I was able to turn such fast times with my clutch slipping so bad. I 'splained to him that weren't my clutch, it was my back tiars spinning out of every corner (channeling JP there for a second). I could light em up from one corner to the next and rotate that little car with my right foot. That darn 800 cfm quadrajet made more noise than the exhaust did. 200# rear springs, stock front sway bar, kuhmo victoracers on the back and hard as a rock Michelins on the front was the perfect balance. |
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| 76-914 |
Jan 13 2018, 10:20 PM
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Repeat Offender & Resident Subaru Antagonist Group: Members Posts: 13,485 Joined: 23-January 09 From: Temecula, CA Member No.: 9,964 Region Association: Southern California
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QUOTE(get off my lawn @ Jan 8 2018, 04:29 PM) About a million years ago I was at Irwindale raceway with my V8 914. We called it an autocross but we ran continuous laps for 10 or 15 minutes at a time, it was a blast. IIRC there were around 60 cars entered and at least 10 full on instructors running. I ended up 6th overall which is really saying something considering my lack of go-fast skilz. One of the hot shots came up to me inbetween sessions and asked how I was able to turn such fast times with my clutch slipping so bad. I 'splained to him that weren't my clutch, it was my back tiars spinning out of every corner (channeling JP there for a second). I could light em up from one corner to the next and rotate that little car with my right foot. That darn 800 cfm quadrajet made more noise than the exhaust did. 200# rear springs, stock front sway bar, kuhmo victoracers on the back and hard as a rock Michelins on the front was the perfect balance. I don't think mine will ever see a race track. Maybe some spirited driving. So I've gotten a bit further. I didn't want to destroy a perfectly good air box so I worked around the existing vent. Took longer to work the material into place but much easier than removing the air box.    Installed some new dash face material then reinstalled the switches,Quad gauge and cigarette light. There will be no radio.      Attached image(s) 
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| bulitt |
Jan 14 2018, 06:09 AM
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Achtzylinder Group: Members Posts: 4,188 Joined: 2-October 11 Member No.: 13,632 Region Association: South East States |
Wow! Great job!
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| 76-914 |
Jan 14 2018, 10:44 AM
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Repeat Offender & Resident Subaru Antagonist Group: Members Posts: 13,485 Joined: 23-January 09 From: Temecula, CA Member No.: 9,964 Region Association: Southern California
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Thx Bob.Wow, I just realized I forgot to mention that I've driven it. Twice. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif) Last week I went about 4 blocks then straight back on the lift to check for flubs. I still have air in the brake lines so more bleeding is in order. Yesterday I put about a 1/2 mile on it. Without tags or a windshield I have no reason to drive it any further. Damn that thing has some torque. And whoever said 1st isn't needed was correct. I accidentally took off in 3rd once. Looking forward to a more lengthy drive once the windshield is installed. Presently awaiting a reply from 914rubber, be it an email or phone call (I've left both) on the status of my new dash top. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/fyou1.gif) So, a longer drive is on hold until that hits my doorstep. I may need to adjust the idle mixture screw. This early into it, I'm not sure if it is the cam lope or a rich mixture. I'll have to hook up a temporary vacuum gage so that it can be adjusted. And, if this cam is too radical I'll need to do it by ear because it may not pull enough vacuum while idling. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)
I hadn't fully closed the front hatch until last weeks 1st drive and got a little surprise. After my first drive, the hood did not pop when I tried to open it. I checked out my options then decided to give it another try before cutting open a spot in the front grille. After yanking on the pull it opened about the 3rd try. Hmmm. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif) Before the 2nd drive and before closing the hood again I ran a pull wire thru the grill as a backup and I'm glad I did. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/shades.gif) The cable pull is not stiff and has a good range of motion. The cable is taunt as well so I suspect there is an area where the cable isn't properly secured and is flexing away from an unsupported spot. Shouldn't be hard to locate. Now I need to get Kugle on the road. I haven't driven it since before Christmas. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif) |
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| Cracker |
Jan 14 2018, 11:01 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,148 Joined: 2-February 10 From: Atlanta (area) Member No.: 11,316 Region Association: South East States
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Good for you Kent...
When the "hand-off" occurs - I hope some planning goes into it! Some video and maybe setting your son up (for instance: in a parking lot after a meal and then "noticing a 914" parked near by - admiring it before declaring "t's yours Son!"). Pretty damn cool and would love to see that in person! Cracker |
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| 76-914 |
Jan 14 2018, 11:19 AM
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Repeat Offender & Resident Subaru Antagonist Group: Members Posts: 13,485 Joined: 23-January 09 From: Temecula, CA Member No.: 9,964 Region Association: Southern California
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QUOTE(Cracker @ Jan 14 2018, 09:01 AM) Good for you Kent... When the "hand-off" occurs - I hope some planning goes into it! Some video and maybe setting your son up (for instance: in a parking lot after a meal and then "noticing a 914" parked near by - admiring it before declaring "t's yours Son!"). Pretty damn cool and would love to see that in person! Cracker Absolutely! He knows the car from a few pic's but not that well. I think we shall do something along that thought, Tony. I must admit, I'm a bit surprised that you didn't suggest some sort of an involvement from some local Cop. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/av-943.gif) Poor Andy still has flashbacks every time he spots a Cop in the rearview! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) |
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| 76-914 |
Jan 14 2018, 01:39 PM
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Repeat Offender & Resident Subaru Antagonist Group: Members Posts: 13,485 Joined: 23-January 09 From: Temecula, CA Member No.: 9,964 Region Association: Southern California
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I forgot to add these pic's once I closed up the radiator plenum and removed the protective film wrap from the aluminum.
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| mepstein |
Jan 14 2018, 01:49 PM
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914-6 GT in waiting Group: Members Posts: 19,223 Joined: 19-September 09 From: Landenberg, PA/Wilmington, DE Member No.: 10,825 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region
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Very clean looking. Is that an RH setup?
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| Mueller |
Jan 14 2018, 02:31 PM
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914 Freak! Group: Members Posts: 17,146 Joined: 4-January 03 From: Antioch, CA Member No.: 87 Region Association: None
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Nice radiator setup...might want to add a bead or two to that top cover. Wondering if it'll make some noise or flex when the fans kick in.
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| dakotaewing |
Jan 14 2018, 05:42 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,160 Joined: 8-July 03 From: DeSoto, Tx Member No.: 897 Region Association: Southwest Region
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Try some Denatured alcohol to the cover to remove the ink imprinting on the metal...
Home Depot sells it - I buy it by the gallon in the paint section. |
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| rhodyguy |
Jan 14 2018, 06:00 PM
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Chimp Sanctuary NW. Check it out. Group: Members Posts: 22,055 Joined: 2-March 03 From: Orion's Bell. The BELL! Member No.: 378 Region Association: Galt's Gulch |
Nice work Kent.
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| 76-914 |
Jan 15 2018, 09:19 AM
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Repeat Offender & Resident Subaru Antagonist Group: Members Posts: 13,485 Joined: 23-January 09 From: Temecula, CA Member No.: 9,964 Region Association: Southern California
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QUOTE(mepstein @ Jan 14 2018, 11:49 AM) Very clean looking. Is that an RH setup? Don't know Mark. The fans & radiator were part of the package and came with the car. It is a dual core Griffin, generic 10" fans and I made the plenum and fan shroud. QUOTE(Mueller @ Jan 14 2018, 12:31 PM) Nice radiator setup...might want to add a bead or two to that top cover. Wondering if it'll make some noise or flex when the fans kick in. The engine is so noisy I can't hear the fans when they do come on. QUOTE(dakotaewing @ Jan 14 2018, 03:42 PM) Try some Denatured alcohol to the cover to remove the ink imprinting on the metal... Home Depot sells it - I buy it by the gallon in the paint section. I kinda liked the bleed through. Never seen it before. QUOTE(rhodyguy @ Jan 14 2018, 04:00 PM) Nice work Kent. Thx, Kevin. |
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