 What prevents you from saying "#$@%-it ", and selling your 914(s) and walking away |
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| Dave Bell |
 Dec 5 2005, 03:55 PM
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Member  Group: Members Posts: 234 Joined: 27-November 03 From: Santa Clarita, CA Member No.: 1,398 Region Association: None  |
My past practice was to keep one car drivable and then have another one to tinker on... best of both worlds since a basic 914 is really not that expensive... best of both worlds... always have one to drive and one to dream/tinker with.... My wife fixed that when she crushed the second car with our truck... at least she did not get the good one.... my current job assignement keeps me way to busy... thinking of giving it up in 6 months to a year to get back some free time... for stuff like upfixing the 914.
Yea and I have stacks of stuff too.... I think I am down to 2 sets of trailing arms having throne some away. I did a major purge about 4 months ago when a neighbor rented the biggest roll-off bin available... Andy S. came by while I was cutting up a roller in the driveway... which mostly went in to the bin. So my advice to Mike... (1) Do a parts purge... (2) build, buy, steal, obtain a 914 that you can drive and not modify any more... one you can enjoy... get a second car that you can tinker on... or not tinker on and not feel frustrated since you still have one you can drive.... If it doesn't fit in the garage... nice excuse to buy one of those nice lift systems that should easily be able to stack up 2 914's in a single garage space. If it gets too expensive... just go help someone else tinker on their car... very low cost intertainment.... 2 weekends ago I was at Andy's house to install 3 of his 4 fiberglass flares... very intertaining... didn't cost me a thing. - Dave |
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| VegasRacer |
Dec 5 2005, 03:57 PM
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ELVIRA Group: Benefactors Posts: 8,524 Joined: 27-March 03 From: Between Scylla and Charybdis Member No.: 481 Region Association: None 
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Mike - If you are looking for logic and reason, I have none to offer. It is passion and emotion that insures I will always have a 914. It is one of those "If you have to ask, you wouldn't understand" things. You know what I mean. I know you do.
Now quit with this crazy talk and get back to work. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/driving.gif) If you need a serious fix, have some one take you for a ride in their 914. |
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| McMark |
Dec 5 2005, 03:57 PM
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914 Freak! Group: Retired Admin Posts: 20,179 Joined: 13-March 03 From: Grand Rapids, MI Member No.: 419 Region Association: None |
Mike, you and I are so similar it's kinda weird sometimes. We both tend to over think things which ends up leading to bigger and bigger projects. For me, and I think for you too, it's time to get back to basics. It's time to get rid of all the non-essentials and focus on the car. Imagine a clear uncluttered garage with just one single project to work on. It's very overwhelming to go out into a garage to work on something and subconsciously you're thinking about the ten other projects that aren't getting finished. It's a real buzz-kill. Call me if you need to vent. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif)
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| rick 918-S |
Dec 5 2005, 03:57 PM
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Hey nice rack! -Celette Group: Members Posts: 20,493 Joined: 30-December 02 From: Now in Superior WI Member No.: 43 Region Association: Northstar Region
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Two words, This club.
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| Lou W |
Dec 5 2005, 03:57 PM
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"Here Kitty Kitty" my ass...... Group: Members Posts: 4,109 Joined: 9-May 04 From: Roseburg, OR. Member No.: 2,039 Region Association: Spain |
The last time I drove my car was 13 years ago, I took it apart 11 years ago and now its been on jackstands for the last 3 years. I'd feel real guilty taking a perfectly good car apart and and selling it as a basket case or in pieces. So... whenever I want to give up, I close the garage door or put a cover on it and just give it a break. Following the progress of some of the members is a true inspiration for me to get back to work on it. Buying parts here and there that I'll need keeps me motivated to finish the job too. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/smile.gif)
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| Spoke |
Dec 5 2005, 04:39 PM
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Jerry Group: Members Posts: 6,991 Joined: 29-October 04 From: Allentown, PA Member No.: 3,031 Region Association: None
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After having relatively new cars for the last 15 years, I forgot the joy and sense of accomplishment of actually working on a car. Today's cars with computer management and ABS and such really can't be worked on without a computer. I try to work on things such that I can keep the car on the road as much as possible.
I'm also in love with the fact that driving the 914 is such a blast. It is my daily driver when it doesn't rain or snow. I've waited so long to buy a sports car that I couldn't imagine not having a sports car to drive. As my neighbor said, "looks like you're driving your mid-life crisis". Yep, and having a good time at it. The only things I need now for the 914 is a new engine (1.7L from 1971 is a turd now) and solid longs (just ordered Engman's inner long kit) (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/welder.gif) Spoke |
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| Bruce Allert |
Dec 5 2005, 04:52 PM
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Hellions asleep Group: Members Posts: 3,289 Joined: 19-March 03 From: Eagle Creek, Orygun Member No.: 441 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
BIN THERE... DID T H A T
However, I do miss the feel of how it drove. But the Miata starts everytime & keeps on tick'n (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/beer.gif) BWAAAAAHHHAAHAAHAA (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/av-943.gif) ........b |
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| Mueller |
Dec 5 2005, 04:57 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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don't tell anyone but I test drove (for the 2nd time in a month) a new RX-5 (Miata) last Wednesday (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/ohmy.gif) |
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| Mark Henry |
Dec 5 2005, 05:02 PM
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that's what I do! Group: Members Posts: 20,065 Joined: 27-December 02 From: Port Hope, Ontario Member No.: 26 Region Association: Canada |
That make's three of us...The Brothers Grim (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif) |
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| black73 |
Dec 5 2005, 05:02 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 516 Joined: 23-March 05 From: Nashville,TN Member No.: 3,801 Region Association: South East States |
I was at that point about a year ago. But a few more $$$ and a few more busted knuckles, and I was good to go. Don't give up it will all work out in the end.
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| Bleyseng |
Dec 5 2005, 05:06 PM
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Aircooled Baby! Group: Members Posts: 13,035 Joined: 27-December 02 From: Seattle, Washington (for now) Member No.: 24 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
Its almost been a year since I drove mine and I have been pretty frustrated at times.
I won't give up as so far nothing I have driven is a fun as the 914. Shoot, Blair even has one sitting in the yard now......I don't think the neighbors have seen it yet. Shit Mike, you just miss the crazy adventures with Bradholio! (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/finger.gif) |
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| SirAndy |
Dec 5 2005, 05:09 PM
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Resident German Group: Admin Posts: 41,679 Joined: 21-January 03 From: Oakland, Kalifornia Member No.: 179 Region Association: Northern California |
hey, cool! (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/boldblue.gif) i need the long wing-screw that holds down the 1.7L air cleaner and a brain-mounting-bracket ... (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif) Andy |
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| Joe Ricard |
Dec 5 2005, 05:09 PM
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CUMONIWANNARACEU Group: Members Posts: 6,811 Joined: 5-January 03 From: Gautier, MS Member No.: 92 |
Mike I got just the thing to fix you up.
Our next Autocross is 18 December. You get down here and you can drive the Red Neck Racer. That should fix you and motivate you to GET YOUR CAR DONE. |
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| vortrex |
Dec 5 2005, 05:11 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,687 Joined: 24-December 02 From: SF, CA Member No.: 4 Region Association: None |
I'm with bruce. you know there are other cars out there that handle better than a 914 (and can pass a mini van on the highway when needed). (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif) I actually had great luck with my 914 and the MANY miles I put on it. the 1-2 times it gave me problems though were not fun, especially when it was my only car. right now, I just have no interest in working/staring at a car. I would rather turn the key and be off whenever I want without the worry of a break down. and at the rate of 914 prices, I'm not so sure I will have another... |
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| tommy914 |
Dec 5 2005, 05:15 PM
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Life is a journey, enjoy every turn. Group: Members Posts: 1,103 Joined: 15-September 03 From: Ridgeland, MS Member No.: 1,165 Region Association: None |
If you are looking at new Miatas, at least take a look at a good used Boxster. Boxster is more like the 914, but with all modern stuff. |
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| ws91420 |
Dec 5 2005, 05:27 PM
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Yes I have one a Lensley 914 Group: Members Posts: 2,063 Joined: 10-September 03 From: Ruther Glen,VA (halfway between sticks and civilization) Member No.: 1,137 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
There are two things that keep me going.
The fact that when I'm done I will have something that not everybody will and I did most of it myself. And the fact that my Dad who passed away in 1991 gave me the knowledge and the passion to work on a car for myself. |
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| ArtechnikA |
Dec 5 2005, 05:29 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 |
donno.
sold it. walked away. |
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| VaccaRabite |
Dec 5 2005, 05:37 PM
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En Garde! Group: Admin Posts: 13,465 Joined: 15-December 03 From: Dallastown, PA Member No.: 1,435 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
Walk away? Shoot, I just started here!
Sometimes I walk in and see the things that ihave to do and feel a little overwhelmed, but I still have the youthfull exuberance about it. Plus, I like mechanical hobbies, so long as I can keep the spending in check. Zach |
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| J P Stein |
Dec 5 2005, 05:57 PM
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Irrelevant old fart Group: Members Posts: 8,797 Joined: 30-December 02 From: Vancouver, WA Member No.: 45 Region Association: None |
I'm luckier than some, I think.
The 914 is in the shop & if it pisses me off, I don't have to stumble over it all the time. It's been pretty grim on a few occasions. Up on blocks for nearly a year when I was doing the conversion....in my garage, pre shop... & when I was painting it last year come to mind. My family laughs at me when I have 3-4 projects in the air at once, but they seem to forget I do (eventually) get em' done. As I've said before, being stubborn helps. The 914 is the same. The luck part is when I fix the car( tho it ain't broke), it stays fixed till it ain't broke again . (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/wacko.gif) It's a seasonal thing, the leaves fall off the trees & the shit box goes up on blocks. The leaves come out in the spring & so does the car. DIY is fun, but some reward is required....for me at least. |
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| Kargeek |
Dec 5 2005, 06:00 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 555 Joined: 14-March 03 From: Orange, CA Member No.: 430 |
I’ve asked this question many times over the 26 years I’ve owned my car. First during the six years I had it apart and then over the seventeen years I’ve had the car completed. During the last five values are finally catching up so, I don’t have that reason anymore. Having a car that you can tinker with, enjoying the information that other club members are sharing with their cars, driving something unique (whether it’s a daily driver or a weekend car) is something really special. Look at the big picture in that it’s only a hobby, never think that it’s an investment or that your soul is tied to the car and just have some fun with it. I know lot’s of guys that buy-sell car after car, never taking things too seriously and just have a good time with the hobby. ( wish I could be that that but, cars are part of my family) If you get bored with the Porsche thing find another brand- same emotional issues are going on with XYZ brand enthusiast.
Set you plan for what you want and finish the car to the plan’s expectations and just have fun. Attached thumbnail(s) 
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