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> 914 Cross Country Trip Tool kit
jcschuf1
post Mar 15 2013, 09:42 PM
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I am new to the forum, and do not own a 914 yet, but I plan to fly in and drive a 914 home. It will be about a 1600 mile trip. My question is, what should I bring along? Your help is greatly appreciated!
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post Mar 16 2013, 10:31 AM
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Accelerator cable
Alternator belt
One front wheel bearing set
Tools, all metric, sockets, wrenches etc.
Duct tape and electrical tape
Spare fuses (they are unique to vw/porsche...not easily obtainable on the road)
Spare relays, but we can get you around that.
A metal coat hanger...cause its so very useful.
Spark plugs, points, cap, wires.
Carb cleaner (if carbed)
Wire cutters, pliers etc...a basic full blown tool kit.
An aluminum floor jack
Grubby clothes
A mat to lay on at the side of the road
Vice grips


A smart phone or tablet with internet access to reach out for help here.

At the very least, there should be someone within a few hours of your breakdown that might be friendly enough to come help you out.

Most of us have at least two cars worth of parts (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

If you are nervous about it, post the details of your trip ahead of time.
People are really cool here and may volunteer to be on standby.

Good luck with your trip.
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jcschuf1   914 Cross Country Trip Tool kit   Mar 15 2013, 09:42 PM
messix   phone numbers of guys that will be along your rout...   Mar 15 2013, 09:46 PM
GeorgeRud   Cell phone and a credit card! The older I get...   Mar 15 2013, 09:46 PM
messix   too slow George..... :evilgrin:   Mar 15 2013, 09:50 PM
mepstein   A good pair of walking shoes. But seriously, hav...   Mar 15 2013, 09:52 PM
'73-914kid   Id bring an assortment of metric wrenches and sock...   Mar 15 2013, 09:59 PM
tod914   Maybe have another 914 in tow, as a backup.   Mar 15 2013, 10:13 PM
Eric_Shea   AAA card, charged cell phone and bourbon.   Mar 15 2013, 10:22 PM
tod914   On the more serious note, inspect the fuel lines b...   Mar 15 2013, 10:22 PM
Eric_Shea   We all forgot... :wttc:   Mar 15 2013, 10:25 PM
bandjoey   A local inspection by a knowledgable 914 mechanic ...   Mar 15 2013, 10:27 PM
Tedman5   AAA card, money, and a positive mentality...to sta...   Mar 16 2013, 06:39 AM
r_towle   Accelerator cable Alternator belt One front wheel ...   Mar 16 2013, 10:31 AM
timothy_nd28   Is the car with original FI or carbs? Was the poi...   Mar 16 2013, 11:00 AM
flippa   Most of us have at least two cars worth of parts...   Mar 16 2013, 12:35 PM
jcschuf1   Many thanks for all the input and well wishes. Th...   Mar 18 2013, 11:31 AM
flipb   Can't believe I'll be the first to mention...   Mar 18 2013, 11:44 AM
type2man   Test drive the car on the expressway for at least ...   Mar 18 2013, 05:44 PM


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