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Granite 914
post Nov 22 2005, 08:33 PM
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OH no! another one is joining the ranks.

I recently purchased a '75 car. Rusty, non running, and I know I paid to much for it (1K). It has a 1.8L in it, hasn't run or even been licensed since 2002, but.......it was a beauty in my eye, and came with a extra 2.0L engine, complete (rebuildable, as I'm told) and I couldn't pass it up, coming from a co-worker of mine. Its gonna be a long term project of mine. I'm fairly decent at mechanics with lots of tools , but far from being a professional, or a real "gearhead".

You see in my signature, that I have a couple other Porsches. I've been learning as fast as I can, with a TON to learn yet.

I want this car, I'm not afraid of it, the welding, mechanics, or electrical. I'm 50 years old, and been around a little, with a fairly rounded experience level of such things. I've found out that this forum IS the place to be with the 914. So, I thought it might be time to get in here, and get educated! I'm currently trying to source manuals, and other info as I can. I've read the intro regarding the books and info sources, and I am going after the car's AllDATA.com info soon. Any suggestions as far as cost effective manuals, and other info will be GREATLY appreciated. I NEED it!

I am also seen as Granite 944 on Rennlist, and on Pelican. (don't hold that against me..LOL).

I look forward to all the information, and help this forum can offer! And hopefully, someday, I can be of help to others!

THANKS!!.......in advance.
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post Nov 22 2005, 08:36 PM
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welcome and get busy!
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post Nov 22 2005, 08:39 PM
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Welcome, there is much to learn here.

Glad to have you along with us.

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post Nov 22 2005, 08:42 PM
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welcome to the asylum (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/happy11.gif)

first of all... post some pics of your car!

as for manuals...
Haynes will get you started
ask locals for a copy of the factory manuals on cd-rom
or just post yer questions here (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif)
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post Nov 22 2005, 08:43 PM
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You got a bunch of wassercoolers...

(IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/wavey.gif) Welcome anyway. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif)
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post Nov 22 2005, 08:45 PM
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QUOTE (Headrage @ Nov 22 2005, 06:43 PM)
You got a bunch of wassercoolers...

(IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/wavey.gif) Welcome anyway. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif)

I knew that would come up quickly, I was trying not to say anything...... (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/ohmy.gif)

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post Nov 22 2005, 09:08 PM
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HOLY CRAP.....you guys are FAST! You need a life too....huh! (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/beerchug.gif)


Pictures? Yeah, I gotta get those posted. Hopefully on this post, one or two.

Manuals. I've got the Haynes. I really HATE to ask about the CD version from people, BUT!! I'm surely not against anyone offering....ya know!..... (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif)


"wassercoolers"? Waterhead, or Airhead.......pretty much the same........eh? Just loving the cars.....whatever their "problems" are! (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/laugh.gif)

Thanks again! I gotta get used to this forum's procedure too! (its harder for us old and crankies, ya know!)
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post Nov 22 2005, 09:12 PM
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I am also a 75 1.8 owner and 55 years old! Welcome!!!!!!!!!! (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif)
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post Nov 22 2005, 09:13 PM
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last time i check, water cooled and aircooled wernt the same thing..... might just be me though
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post Nov 22 2005, 09:14 PM
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Welcome to the board.

Sell off one of those 944's for the chassis work and suspension that needs to be done...

sell off another 944 and buy an engine kit from jake.

Sell off the last one for the paint job on the 914....

Then you can put it on jack stands and look at it for many years...evenutally you might get to drive it...but maybe not....


Just kidding....you will get to drive it...but I was not kidding about selling the 944's

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post Nov 22 2005, 09:17 PM
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QUOTE (Rocket @ Nov 22 2005, 08:13 PM)
last time i check, water cooled and aircooled wernt the same thing..... might just be me though




Your RIGHT about that, for sure!
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post Nov 22 2005, 09:21 PM
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hey welcome to the madness.
it's to see another N/W member join in.
i'm pretty new to the teeners too but these guys will help and inform in the most generous ways.
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post Nov 22 2005, 09:27 PM
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QUOTE (r_towle @ Nov 22 2005, 08:14 PM)
Welcome to the board.

Sell off one of those 944's for the chassis work and suspension that needs to be done...

sell off another 944 and buy an engine kit from jake.

Sell off the last one for the paint job on the 914....

Then you can put it on jack stands and look at it for many years...evenutally you might get to drive it...but maybe not....


Just kidding....you will get to drive it...but I was not kidding about selling the 944's

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Your Killing ME! (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif)

Your probably right! I've got to many already. AND, I haven't told you all about the three parts cars (944's), I have.

And, I was looking at a 928, the other day!........ABSOLUTELY CRAZY!.....I know.

Butt.......I AM! (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/drooley.gif)

H**l.........I still need to get it up in the air for the FIRST time. The car.......the car. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/huh.gif)

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post Nov 22 2005, 09:31 PM
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Welcome home...... (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif) (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif)
You wont find a better place for information. These guy's are great!!!!
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post Nov 22 2005, 09:33 PM
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Welcome, (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif) (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif) another N/W Teener!! It doesn't sound like you made to bad of a deal on your 914!!
Take Care
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post Nov 22 2005, 09:35 PM
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You will do fine here, I think.
Between here and the bird boards (Pelican) you should be able to find anyhting you want answered.

Be brave, and cut away!

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post Nov 22 2005, 09:40 PM
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welcome! i was just in granite falls getting some 911 wheels from the guy who owns the car lot .
lots of info here. and good people.
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post Nov 22 2005, 09:40 PM
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Welcome to the insane asylum from the SoCal Mountains

Need somethin'....just ask....
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post Nov 22 2005, 09:44 PM
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Hi Granite........from way down here in Seattle, (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/smilie_pokal.gif) Hey, we did a club drive right thru your home town back in August I think? Troy (Messix) led it. I think we have about 25 members here in the Pac. NW? You need to get busy, The West Coast Classic is in Portland this next July. Probably the last time it will be in the NW. Most of the members are from Cali. Anyway, post some pics. We would love to see your car. Eddy
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post Nov 22 2005, 09:55 PM
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QUOTE (Granite 914 @ Nov 22 2005, 07:27 PM)
Your Killing ME! (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif)

Your probably right! I've got to many already.

noo... i've got to many (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/wacko.gif) i dont have enough room in the garage for all the cars now.. and we are looking at another 914... (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/rolleyes.gif)
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