fuel systems,fuel lines,..and fires..., The very next project you should do!!!! Options

[ME733]

Well for what it,s worth I would like to make a comment addressed to everyone about ......FIRES and destroyed cars...After doing some reading on 914 world, and other places it seems to be an unfortunate occurance, too often, that an otherwise beautiful car, just burns to the ground,into a virtural pile of unsalvagable parts.a crispy critter. I would like to recommend that the FIRST PROJECT YOU DO NEXT...is to throughly check every part on your fuel and fuel delivery system to ensure that there are zero leaks,and tight fittings,with new, er,ish, good fuel lines.Do not neglict the gas tank,or fuel pump, and filters..suspect everything, assume nothing... jump in and make your suggestions,and recommendations or comment.

[ericread]

I agree with al of the above.

However; You shouldn't only check these lines when you first get your teener. For those who drive mainly in the Summer months, a thorough annual review of all your major systems should be scheduled.

Since I use my teener as a daily driver year-round, I schedule a quarterly check for the following:
1. All of the fuel lines
2. Brake systems (including pad thickness and lines)
3. Transmission oil level
4. Check the spark plugs for wear
5. Check the spark plug wires for wear
6. Rotate the tires (if mileage considerations haven't required a previous rotation)
7. Check the dizzy components
8. Check all of the vacuum lines
9. Check all motor mount bolt tightness
10. Check all the engine tin
11. Inspect all internal areas for surface rust
12. Remove rocker panels and check for longitudinal rust/other issues
13. Clean and re-oil the aftermarket air cleaner
14. Check accelerator cable
15. Check speedo cable
16. Look for any unusual oil/fluid leaks

This is in addition to mileage based oil changes and my monthly undercarriage checks.

This may seem to be overdoing it a bit, but my teener is my primary means of transportation, and the reliabiity factor is very important to me.\\

Eric Read