Some time ago, McMark finally shut up my whining about there not being a FAQ by making me the moderator for the Classics forum, so I'm making good on that by starting a set of FAQs, as well as editing the existing Classics threads (removing off-topic posts, organizing things where possible).

I've added a General FAQ, and will be adding FAQs for other subjects over time. How to get started in motorsports, restoration, brakes, conversions, etc.

I've already run some of the "answers" by the people on the board that are experts in that area, and I intend to continue that practice. I strongly encourage everyone to PM me with: corrections on the existing answers, expansions on the existing answers, new questions (with answers), and ideas for new categories.

The next time someone asks an FAQ on the board, point them to the Classics forum.

Many thanks to davep and Eric Shea for their assistance.

Possible missing topics that seem to re-surface:

What tires?
Wheel sizes & required spacing?
Flares?
Rebuilding side mirrors?
Carbs vs Fuel Injection?
Differences between the flavors of fuel injection?
How much is my 914 worth?
What kind of oil should I use?
What racing seats fit?

which spark plugs?
best place to jack from?

why "can't" I turbo a 914??

An article called "It's not a Honda, dummy" could be written for those that are new to the 914 and think it'll be cheap and easy to bolt-on go fast goodies

- what body kits are available and who makes them?

James, thanks for voluntering for this job and welcome aboard as a "mod"

Hotel room with pay-per-view porn?

Anyways, back on topic now, how about the correct adjustments for valves, 1.7, 1.8 and 2.0 intake & exhaust.

Jacking points is good, I'll add that.

Some of the others have already been answered. I don't have enough data on wheels and spacers, and would appreciate more "known to work" combos. I'm not covering tires other than size, as the rest just changes too often to keep up.

I haven't a clue on body kits. Perhaps that should go under "conversions".

Um.... Isn't that the point of a FAQ?

Good idea.

How about a section on welding and general rust repair (teener specific)?

Added the jacking points question, and a question on general reliability.

There will be a full restoration category, including rust repair and welding. I will be leaning VERY heavily on others to help with this section.

There will also be a Buyer's Guide, showing things like where rust normally happens, and other things to look for.

how about

what kind of engines are used? Six versus Four?

that's a perennial and great philospical topic of discussion here....

I'd be happy to do a section on fabricating, fitting, and welding patches. I have plenty of first hand experience, as this is about all I've being doing to my car.

You can also just create a detailed post (pictures!) and we'll move it to the Classics section, and the restoration category can have an "answer" that just points to the thread.

DIY wheel restoration

Demick posted some instructions w/ pix on the bird board I think

I remember seeing it somewhere...

And Wayne Cowie (type47fan) sent me a pictorial on DIYside mirror rebuilding....but now I can't find it...

And there's gotta be something about paint - identifying & decoding factory color codes.

James, i can help with wheel fitment....

Printable PPI checklist?

Actually, I was considering a complete "Buyer's Guide" article. A printable checklist would be nice.

So, what's stopping you?

Maybe a section on machining titanium?



Sounds like it should be a good addition to the site!

Installing weatherstripping... how to install some of the tricky seals, buying new seals (what to watch out for), maintining seal flexibility, NLA available seals, training seals, etc.

Tranny numbers..gear ratios...
It would be a great place to store the spreadsheets so when Aaron kills his next computer,,,you have his backup copies :-)

Also
Vendor list (with no favorites)
Ride height
clutch tube (Brads post)
Brake pads (race, street)
Headlight conversions
Where do you put your speakers (or a general tunes FAQ)
A comprehensive turbo article...MSDS has articles from when he made his setup.

Rich

How about a section that shows a time line for return on your investment

How can I reverse the wiper blades so they sit on the other side

Bernie

James,

If we post all this stuff... what will we have to talk about over and over and over?

-Rusty

Best wax.....lintless Q-Tips.....Concour judge payoff ettiquette.....arm breaking the competition for fun and profit....

Thanks for taking up this very important subject....

What is needed to convert a -4 to a -6....? (Oil tank, motor mounts, throttle cable, etc)

-- Rob

Unbending a 914 chassis

Any threads that show how the body is constructed (longs, center tunnel, etc.)