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> FYI: Official Alien Build thread Started 2003, Alien Resurection is underway. Stay tuned.
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post Oct 10 2008, 01:34 AM
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Isn't that how a 914 drivetrain is supposed to look?
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post Oct 10 2008, 11:42 PM
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post Oct 13 2008, 03:55 PM
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I got a call from Rick late Saturday night... The Alien lives! It's heart was sounding good
and had a steady pulse......
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post Oct 13 2008, 04:15 PM
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post Oct 13 2008, 04:38 PM
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post Oct 13 2008, 10:09 PM
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QUOTE(rick 918-S @ Oct 10 2008, 01:11 AM) *

Hey Larry! This Blings for you! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)



Looking good (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif) Next year when we start flying to MSP Barb and I may just have to come up that way and get a ride in it. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif) And let here see some of the old stomping ground over by Ottertail. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/shades.gif)
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post Oct 14 2008, 12:16 AM
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Time for an update: I called chappy and some others all excited about getting the Alien running last saturday night. By sunday morning I was back pulling the engine out. I developed a real bad water and even worse oil leak. Neither looked possible to fix with the engine in the car.

Now remember, I'm trying to make the RCR Wednesday and the car has been in storage for a long time.

It took all day Sunday to fix the water leak. I discovered the oil seal on the pump was pushed out about 1/8". I removed the seal and cleaned up all the oil. I was out of Yamabond, which is what I usually use to assist with securing these seals. I glued the seal in with JB 4 minute epoxy to be sure the seal wouldn't push out again.

I reinstalled the engine Sunday. I fired it off this morning and ran it about 3 minutes when I noticed oil leaking again! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/WTF.gif) I figured maybe the pressure relief valve was sticking. I pulled it and cleaned it an reinstalled the cap with an extra aluminum washer to drop the pressure. Still leaked.

I called 928 International. I explained the issue to Jim one of the counter guys. He solved my problem over the phone by asking about 3 questions in about 1 minute. It seems there is an early and late oil pump and they are just slightly different.

During my rebuild I grabbed the cleanest pump of three that I have. It turns out the pump I used has the re-designed seal relief hole that gets blocked off if you install it in the early block. This causes the seal to balloon and leak.

Now that I know the leak isn't from the balancer or the block seam I pulled the pump with the engine in the car. It is possible to do, but the pump just clears the firewall. It is about a half hour job with the engine in the car. I matched up my three pumps and there is a clear difference in the seal relief location. I installed the early cast steel pump and put the late model one on the shelf.

So, After a two day set back I still need to install the axles and shift rod, Hit it with the timing light, Change the Auxilary air valve and wash about 2 lbs of dirt off the top surfaces.

I think I'll be ready to roll Wednesday early... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/huh.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/blink.gif)
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post Oct 14 2008, 01:04 AM
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Geez Rick,

My heart rises and falls with every challenge you come across. LOL (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)


Congrats to see the end in sight. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif)
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post Oct 14 2008, 07:06 AM
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post Oct 14 2008, 08:17 AM
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Wow Rick! Never a dull moment with your 914. I'm really happy to read it runs and sounds like ready to go. Good job!
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post Oct 14 2008, 08:23 AM
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QUOTE(Dr. Roger @ Oct 14 2008, 12:04 AM) *

Geez Rick,

My heart rises and falls with every challenge you come across. LOL (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)


Congrats to see the end in sight. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif)


Not sure there is ever an end with Rick and the Alien......only new beginnings. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/shades.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/dry.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

Good luck Rick, you deserve some seat time......zoom, zoom. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif)
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post Oct 14 2008, 08:33 AM
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I still remember that car from San Jose. Everybody was headed up to the meet and greet and racking off their pipes. 4 poopers and a few sixes and then comes Rick. It kind of ended the show. Kind of like a bunch of bugs getting squished with a size 12.

I'm glad to hear you'll get some seat time. Enjoy yourself, Way to go Rick

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post Oct 14 2008, 10:31 AM
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Hi Everyone,

I want to tell my story about the Olah's and my first meeting them at our MidWest 2004 meet. It was a happening that left an indelible mark in my mind when they arrived with the 914-8/Alien. It's more than the car, it's Rick's knowledge & inspiration to build such a world class car. Here's a few Alien photo's from the meet.

Rick, you are an inspiration to us all. Keep the flame burning. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/pray.gif)

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I have a video of The Alien pulling out of the parking lot at the Big Texan in Amarillo and damn near tagging a Limo that was pulling in !!!! Damn impressive car in my opinion !!!
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post Oct 14 2008, 11:06 PM
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Heres the scoop, Rick had a CV failure. He is stopping by my place in the morning and installing an axle. He has his pick of 4 extras i have.
Then he is off to Space land Alabama.....He is insane, God love him....

Aliens never die they phone home.......
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post Oct 14 2008, 11:57 PM
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Hey all,

This push to get the car road worthy has been real trying. I'm thankful for all my friends that keep me motivated and help me along the way.

Yep, I have a total of 15 miles on the car. I was putting some miles on it and stopped at the machine shop that bored my block. I made an attempt at a very small chirp in the driveway at the shop and I had a CV snap.

So, we go down to pick up the Alien with the Mothership. I always load the car rear first. Today I decided to load it front first. Sandy asks, it's going to clear isn't it? I say ya, no problem... We push it up the ramp.... and Crunch! Busted the 916 glass front bumper. So... I just pulled the bumper off and glassed it back together. It ain't purdie but it's one piece. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/dry.gif)

I'm a little upset about it but thankful for Chappy. I have no spare axles and was pretty much screwed. So with his help, I'm meeting up with Bill (wbertho) and were hitting the road. I have no break in miles on the engine yet. I still have the break in oil in it. I'm going to give some quick lube guy a stiffy tomorrow somewhere along our route when I pull in and ask him to give us a change. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

You guys have to know how great my wife is for putting up with all this goofing around. She has been very supportive. After all the wierd stuff that has happened over the last several months, she's still up for the road trip. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wub.gif)
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post Oct 15 2008, 02:51 AM
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Hey Rick,

I looked everywhere and couldn't find an axle. Chappy's axle will no doubt look brand new. Hell, his boots probably don't have a crack in them either. And yes, Sandy must have a lot of patience. Youve' literally been killing yourself to get the Alien together with one hurdle after another. If you want to perform the surgery at my house, I'm ready for ya.

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post Oct 15 2008, 05:22 AM
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post Oct 15 2008, 07:19 AM
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