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sabre0909
post Oct 17 2008, 12:45 PM
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I just purchased a 72 914 from the original owner. Car has had a repaint, the interior is pretty rough, and it basically need to be restored. I am pretty familiar with old VWs ive restored and still own two old beetles. Im sure these cars have there querks alot like VWs. First this car runs strong ,starts and idles fine ,doesnt smoke and appears well maintained and stock besides a set of 40 Dellorotos. The first thing i noticed is the gas pedal. It works but moves side to side and would be kinda scary to drive. I've had VW pedals rebuilt before but after i saw the exploded view of the 914 i almost choked! Second the shifter has LOTS of play from side to side but the actual trans seems to shick ok if you find the gears. I'm sure the shifter bushings need replacing and also the shifter should be adjusted. Also where is a good reliable aftermarket source for repair parts on the 914. i've already adjusted to the sticker shock compared to bug parts! Any help would be appreciated
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Root_Werks
post Oct 17 2008, 12:52 PM
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Get a new or good used gas pedal. Your hinge has rusted appart and you're just using the rubber to keep it together.

Shifters typically on 914's aren't the most precise things in the world. Pre 73's are even a little more vague. New shift rod bushings will help a lot, cheap and easy to install. Pelicanparts.com should have those.

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post Oct 17 2008, 12:56 PM
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post Oct 17 2008, 12:56 PM
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You can also buy parts from www.autoatlanta.com
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post Oct 17 2008, 01:31 PM
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Pictures are mandatory.

The pedal cluster is separate from the gas pedal. The pedal cluster (if it needs new bushings) is easily rebuilt. Gas pedal probably needs replacing. Not sure if you can fix it, although I tried once.

Regarding the shifting, don't forget to check the cone screws (also available at Pelican). They connect the front and rear shift rods together and the rear shift rod to the tranny. They can come loose. Might at well replace them if you're ordering a bunch of parts anyways. Pelican sells a kit with all the parts you need in one package for about $50.
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post Oct 17 2008, 02:06 PM
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Get a new or good used gas pedal. Your hinge has rusted appart and you're just using the rubber to keep it together.

Shifters typically on 914's aren't the most precise things in the world. Pre 73's are even a little more vague. New shift rod bushings will help a lot, cheap and easy to install. Pelicanparts.com should have those.

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Oh yeah, we want to see pictures of your new 914!

Heres a crappy cell phone pic. i'll post some more once i get it cleaned up! Also how do i tell what size engine??


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post Oct 17 2008, 02:12 PM
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post Oct 17 2008, 02:28 PM
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First this car runs strong ,starts and idles fine ,doesnt smoke


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post Oct 17 2008, 03:33 PM
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If I recall correctly, late 72s were equipped with side shifter transaxles. Does your car have a side shift or tail shift transaxle? It's probably a tail shifter, but you should just confirm before ordering bushings.
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post Oct 19 2008, 09:44 PM
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In addition to Pelican and Auto Atlanta, there are a lot of member vendors on this site. I have had really good luck with both Pelican, Auto Atlanta, Eric Shea's store (I think it is PMB), and others. Just look in the membor vendor area on this web site.

Where in SC are you. I live in Spartanburg, and have a 73 that I bought in 73.

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post Oct 20 2008, 09:10 AM
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