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914 sitting for 4 years, but turns over - help! |
914zim |
Jul 29 2003, 11:21 AM
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Still pretty clueless... Group: Members Posts: 221 Joined: 29-July 03 From: New Berlin, WI Member No.: 962 |
Hi guys:
I just found this site and it's very cool! I hope you can give me some advice. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/pray.gif) I'm looking at a '76 914 that has been parked in a garage for 4 years. It ran fine when it was put in storage and looks very clean (seen pics only though). I'm told the tires are still good and the interior is very clean too. The current owner put a fresh battery in it recently and turned it over fine. He's suggesting that I'd need to trailer it home, which seems sensible to me after it's been sitting for so long. Does anyone think I could get it started and chould drive it home? (about 350mi). If I was to trailer it home, what would I have to do it to make it driveable (safe)? 1. change oil. 2. squirt oil (or something) into the cylinders before starting. 3. new battery. 4. change anti-freeze. 5. change brake fluid and bleed. What else? What do you guys think would be a good price for a 914 like this? I'm hoping with a little "tinkering" I could get this car running. Any thoughts/comments are greatly appreciated! Thanks, Andy... |
echocanyons |
Jul 29 2003, 11:24 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Benefactors Posts: 2,094 Joined: 24-December 02 From: Bay Area, CA Member No.: 7 Region Association: Central California |
"Change antifreeze"
these cars are aircooled and have no antifreeze in addition to the engine I would check the brakes and the tires cuz things tend to seize up after being unused for a period of time. I would prolly change the fuel filter and look in the tank for rust particles as well welcome to the baord |
Brad Roberts |
Jul 29 2003, 11:24 AM
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914 Freak! Group: Members Posts: 19,148 Joined: 23-December 02 Member No.: 8 Region Association: None |
WHOA... You are...FIRED.
"4. change anti-freeze" (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif) welcome to the BBS. B |
seanery |
Jul 29 2003, 11:29 AM
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waiting to rebuild whitey! Group: Retired Admin Posts: 15,852 Joined: 7-January 03 From: Indy Member No.: 100 Region Association: None |
post the pics here, we may be able to see something else to clue you in on.
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914zim |
Jul 29 2003, 11:48 AM
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Still pretty clueless... Group: Members Posts: 221 Joined: 29-July 03 From: New Berlin, WI Member No.: 962 |
Oh, umm, I was just seeing of you guys were paying attention.... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif)
Everyone knows the 914 is air cooled!! duh! I'll try and post the pics tonight from home (at work now)... Thanks!! Andy... (stupid newbie) |
Mueller |
Jul 29 2003, 12:15 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 |
check the fuel lines very well before turning it over....I'd have a fire ex. handy as well.
you can also engage the pump with the car off to look for leaks once the system is pressurized. |
Lawrence |
Jul 29 2003, 12:21 PM
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Senior Member Group: Benefactors Posts: 1,661 Joined: 5-February 03 Member No.: 244 Region Association: None |
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tryan |
Jul 29 2003, 12:26 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 553 Joined: 22-January 03 From: smokey mountains gatlinburg tn Member No.: 184 |
6. fresh fuel
bearings tend to go bad on cars ( or trailers ) that have sat in the same spot for a while. have the owner take you for a 50 mile spin. if it tears up, it's still his car. if he won't take you for a ride or it won't start, adjust the price accordingly. |
Qarl |
Jul 29 2003, 02:44 PM
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Shriveled member Group: Benefactors Posts: 5,233 Joined: 8-February 03 From: Florida Member No.: 271 Region Association: None |
Spark plugs - cheap and easy
Check Fuel Injection lines (or replace). May be cracked and cause engine to run crappy. Check Fuel Lines (under tank and to engine compartment) Injector lines may be cracked as well Empty and flush tank (gummed up fuel can be nasty). Carbs may have gummed up fuel inside and may be clogged or stick. Check all grounds (battery and tranny). Have a fire extinguisher handy. Flush brake lines. Pray to the 914 gods! |
ArtechnikA |
Jul 29 2003, 02:52 PM
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rich herzog Group: Members Posts: 7,390 Joined: 4-April 03 From: Salted Roads, PA Member No.: 513 Region Association: None |
QUOTE(914zim @ Jul 29 2003, 09:48 AM) Everyone knows the 914 is air cooled!! duh! Andy... (stupid newbie) don't feel bad - i spent a big part of this past weekend fixing coolant leaks on the 911. just because it's air cooled doesn't mean you can let it leak all over the place... BTW - there are no stupid questions, especially around here ! welcome ! |
Qarl |
Jul 29 2003, 02:55 PM
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Shriveled member Group: Benefactors Posts: 5,233 Joined: 8-February 03 From: Florida Member No.: 271 Region Association: None |
Oh yeah.... you can turn over the car without starting it by disconnecting the lead to the coil.
This will allow you to build oil pressure without starting the car. Let the car crank for a while to get the oil sloshed around. Run some engine cleaner it in after you get it running.. STP crap or Techron or something off the shelf at your FLAPS. It can't hurt. |
URY914 |
Jul 29 2003, 03:00 PM
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I built the lightest 914 in the history of mankind. Group: Members Posts: 120,356 Joined: 3-February 03 From: Jacksonville, FL Member No.: 222 Region Association: None |
Yes, a fire extiingisher would be good, but the Fire Department would be better.
Do things slow and if you hear a strange noise, STOP! Paul |
914zim |
Jul 29 2003, 08:50 PM
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Still pretty clueless... Group: Members Posts: 221 Joined: 29-July 03 From: New Berlin, WI Member No.: 962 |
This is great!
thanks for the info guys!! Andy... |
EdwardBlume |
Jul 29 2003, 09:00 PM
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914 Wizard Group: Members Posts: 12,338 Joined: 2-January 03 From: SLO Member No.: 81 Region Association: Central California |
A trailer isn't a bad idea since you'll be calling one if everything doesn't go as planned. You might also see if you can put a deposit down and have the owner take it to a shop to have it looked over if you aren't sure of what to look for.
Its been said but the biggest concerns after 4 years of sitting would be fuel lines / injectors (fire) and fuel filter (rust in tank). The fuel filter could leave you stranded. Tires can also give out especially if they've sat flat. Congrats on the new car though!!!!!! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif) |
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