New 914-6 Owner and Weber Recommendation Options

[AHudson]

Hi Folks, first post here and delighted to have been reading, studying, learning a ton.

Brief history: Long time Porsche fan, starting with - you guessed it - a 914 back in the days they were nearly free. As a broke college student, free was about my price range, but the 914 introduced me to a world far beyond the British cars that had been leaking on my rented driveways.

Went on to own and almost always have a 911 of some sort in the garage, keeping company with several of "those" Italian cars until move to a semi remote lake a few years back stripped me of service accessibility.

This, and a recent business sale/retirement, forced me to shed the complicated and needy in favor of the more robust, serviceable, and dare I say 'simpler' cars.

Got my first 914 in 25 years about 4 months ago. A 76 2.0 (of course) in black/black. Took me straight back in time and I couldn't quit smiling on the 50 mile drive back to my little garage. Super solid, wonderful car, with a good history. I jumped into cleaning, discovery, improvement.

Fast forward: Two weekends ago, after much protracted negotiation, I added a 914-6. (I had to buy an SC with it to make the deal.) And it is a jewel. Slightly neglected, but very easily reclaimable to show worthiness. Not kidding myself on that as I've been through everything from rusted hulks brought back to only needing air in the tires.

The car is a two time former Parade winner, and has seen delicate care since. It has THE most complete documentation of any car I've ever owned. (Maybe 150?) It may not be the best 14-6 around, but to my eye, it is quite good, quite complete.

There will be more posts about the particulars as I continue this journey, but right now, needing my Webers built as they pop when warm and throttle shaft (drivers side) is pretty wobbly. The seller provided me with a spare set (!) numbered for a 914-6, so I could get those built to minimize downtime, or get both built "just because". <-- A very expensive phrase for car lovers!

Anyway, happy to be a small part of a great forum. You folks have taught me much in my short time here, I have much more to learn!

Sorry pics of the car on Day One in my little place...

[AHudson]

Man, you guys are great. I went silent over the weekend hosting about 10 of my more insane friends from college days. My wife couldn't get out of town fast enough, so I was stretched a little thin.

Anyway, what a fantastic collection of recommendations; I assure you I will research all. George was kind to me during the looking/authentication process and he knows the car. I was not aware they rebuilt webers.

I've heard of Sol at Perfect Power before and those with the "other" cars with Webers have also spoken of his expertise.

Far as the PMOs, unless I get totally backed off the Weber build, I'll likely try to keep it original as I can, though I understand PMOs are great quality and easier to live with.

Thanks again for the welcome and the advice!

[Lucky9146]

Man, you guys are great. I went silent over the weekend hosting about 10 of my more insane friends from college days. My wife couldn't get out of town fast enough, so I was stretched a little thin.

Anyway, what a fantastic collection of recommendations; I assure you I will research all. George was kind to me during the looking/authentication process and he knows the car. I was not aware they rebuilt webers.

I've heard of Sol at Perfect Power before and those with the "other" cars with Webers have also spoken of his expertise.

Far as the PMOs, unless I get totally backed off the Weber build, I'll likely try to keep it original as I can, though I understand PMOs are great quality and easier to live with.

Thanks again for the welcome and the advice!

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I just might know this AHudson guy and some of the gyrations he went through on this purchase of the 6 and the 4. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
Glad to see you are now on the World.
I was out of town and missed your Friday post, you already know Paul Abbott did mine and I suggest you contact him anyway and see what he says.
Told you this is a great site! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/cool.gif)
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[AHudson]

I just might know this AHudson guy and some of the gyrations he went through on this purchase of the 6 and the 4. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
Glad to see you are now on the World.
I was out of town and missed your Friday post, you already know Paul Abbott did mine and I suggest you contact him anyway and see what he says.
Told you this is a great site! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/cool.gif)
(IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/white914.jpg)

Hey Jim! Yes, this is all mostly your fault. And I can't thank you enough! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

Funny that my 'perfect' car still requires reasons to spend ungodly hours in the garage, pretending to work on the car in the name of improvement. It's the car guy creed.

Haven't gotten too far into it yet, actually still sorting out what I've got, what it needs, and how far to go. (I keep forgetting that 'budget' part I so quickly bring up when my wife has a project.) You know the drill!

Fun stuff, thanks for the welcome!