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> Zaney's Suby Rustoration Adventure, Updated 12/4/2014: Fall 2014 Update! Posted FOR SALE! Thanks for all the fun!
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post Jun 15 2011, 02:23 PM
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Thanks for checking in on me Dean (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
However, the car will not be ready by WWC '11, even if I would be in town. I will be in Maui, for my sister-in-laws' wedding.

Quick question to Suby converts. Does the later stock Tach from the 914 work with the signal sent from the Suby ECU?

I found this quote the the Classics engine conversions thread:

Tachometer- Early (silver button) 914 tachometers will not register the stock Subaru ecu tach output signal. They can be modified to work with the addition of one resistor (search the forum). Later 914 tachometers should work fine. The basic 5" Autometer tach(~$100) will fit in place of the original tach and register correctly.

Can anyone confirm this? It would save me a bit of money right now until I can afford a new gauge makeover. I need to use the Tach in order to break in my Delta Cams.

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post Jun 15 2011, 02:34 PM
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QUOTE(Zaney @ Jun 15 2011, 02:23 PM) *

Thanks for checking in on me Dean (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
However, the car will not be ready by WWC '11, even if I would be in town. I will be in Maui, for my sister-in-laws' wedding.

Quick question to Suby converts. Does the later stock Tach from the 914 work with the signal sent from the Suby ECU?

I found this quote the the Classics engine conversions thread:

Tachometer- Early (silver button) 914 tachometers will not register the stock Subaru ecu tach output signal. They can be modified to work with the addition of one resistor (search the forum). Later 914 tachometers should work fine. The basic 5" Autometer tach(~$100) will fit in place of the original tach and register correctly.

Can anyone confirm this? It would save me a bit of money right now until I can afford a new gauge makeover. I need to use the Tach in order to break in my Delta Cams.

Thanks!
Nate

Bummer, I was hoping see your car and have 3 suby trans conversions there. Next year then. Maui will be an ok alternative to WCR I suppose, have a great trip!
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post Aug 26 2011, 11:15 PM
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Been awhile since I last posted and saw a bit of progress but, not enough to get me on the road in time for the Edmonds Teener Picnic. Next year for sure! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif)

Got the engine mechanical and electrical gremlins resolved:
-Time belts are a pain in the butt!
-Grounds are really important, especially the trans to the body!@
-Wrapped and unwrapped the harness about 3 times...
-Still need to get a cleaner adaptor between 914 and Suby accellerator cables
-Initially bought the wrong length Bus axles (too long) realized they were from a Vanagon and not a Baywindow bus. Traded for the correct length! Fits like a glove with the Porscharu adapters!
-Now I need to get the front alignment close enough to drive it to the shop.

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) And now for the pics!

Engine and modified stock engine harness with new Odyessy Battery
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Correct length VW Bus axles between Magic Flanges and 944CV's with the cable shifter installed
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post Aug 26 2011, 11:24 PM
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Getting ready to mount the harness for each of the seats
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Shifter mounted in the cockpit
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Stock ECU and wiring harness ready to be secured in the trunk
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Still need to polish the chrome but the red brakes with the Phoenix Wheels look good! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif)
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Radiator hoses secured and mounted
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post Aug 26 2011, 11:35 PM
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nice work
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post Aug 26 2011, 11:58 PM
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Here is the moment of truth!



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rfR0rISZyPU
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post Aug 27 2011, 01:25 AM
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Nice....too bad it wasn't at the BBQ. You the man!
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post Aug 27 2011, 03:13 PM
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Attaboy Nate! I'm getting closer to starting my Suby conversion; seeing yours run will give me some needed inspiration!
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post Aug 27 2011, 03:19 PM
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Nice! Love seeing the first start! Way to go man but get some headers on that bad boy (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif)
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post Aug 27 2011, 04:00 PM
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Looks really nice. You have done alot of work with everything not just the conversion, The cover in the trunk came out great.

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post Aug 27 2011, 11:04 PM
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Thanks for all the kind words!
I am hoping to wrap up some of the loose ends and get this thing on the road before too long! That's it for now, going to the San Juan Islands for a quick getaway!

Cheers!

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post Sep 1 2011, 01:22 AM
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QUOTE(Zaney @ Aug 27 2011, 10:04 PM) *

Thanks for all the kind words!
I am hoping to wrap up some of the loose ends and get this thing on the road before too long! That's it for now, going to the San Juan Islands for a quick getaway!

Cheers!

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Great work Nate. You are doing just fine on the fab stuff - don't sell your self short!!!! Can't wait to so the finished project.
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post Sep 1 2011, 06:43 AM
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post Sep 1 2011, 08:41 AM
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Wow Nate, nice to hear that suby fire up. Building your own modified stock harness is no small task. Great work! You will love the way that motor/trans combo makes a 914 feel.
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post Sep 1 2011, 08:56 AM
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Nice work. I started mine a few weeks ago as well.

How have you connected the hydraulic clutch on the Suby transmission?
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post May 31 2012, 07:05 PM
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Time to do some updating...

So, this past Fall I was on the path of getting this Teener on the road but...
After a few test drives around the block I pulled into the driveway and noticed a trail of oil following me to a pool forming under my car. I wanted to push the POS out into the street and light it on fire (IMG:style_emoticons/default/headbang.gif)

Instead, I turned it around and backed it into the garage and prepped the car for engine removal. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif)

I tore it down to the rear main seal behind the flywheel and found that I had installed the prior incorrectly. So, I went to the dealer and got a new one and researched how to install it properly. Got it done in a long day and put it back in the car.

Then, throughout the following months I went through the 914 wiring and tried to weed out any bugs. I have everything ironed out except, that I can not have my headlights on and have the turn signals flash.

Now, I borrowed the HOT wire engine bay fuse panel idea and replaced my future car fire with a safe boat water resistant fuse box.

I have to expand my rear wheel wells by about 1/2 inch or so in order to make the 16x7 inch tires fit. My question is should I hammer and dolly the fenders or roll them with the "baseball bat" technique? I am pre-paint so that is not an issue to me right now.

Then, I am off to the alignment shop to dial in the suspension!

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post May 31 2012, 07:08 PM
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My novice body work on the passenger fender.
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post May 31 2012, 07:11 PM
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I am going to use these Audi markers behind the front fender well to help prevent me from getting T-Boned.
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post May 31 2012, 07:13 PM
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Here is where I am with the rear fenders before the stretch!


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post May 31 2012, 08:48 PM
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bat roll it! My 16x7 fit under the rear. I do plan on lifting about a 1/2-1 inch. I like the not slamed look.

Nice work. If you are looking for a header Call or stop by Stan's header down in Auburn. He is making vanagon/2.5 headers. It could be run on the 914s


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