Carbs...or Fuel Injection?, I'm confused |
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Carbs...or Fuel Injection?, I'm confused |
JimFitz33 |
Feb 2 2015, 01:08 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 22 Joined: 30-August 14 From: White Plains,NY Member No.: 17,839 Region Association: North East States |
Hey Guys,
I'm about 6 months into searching and researching these cars(914) and from what I gather...they were designed for fuel injection and should have fuel injection to work properly. I've read the warnings of poor engine runnings and bad gas mileage and all...but I still see SO many great cars that I've passed up because they are carbed. Can someone give me a little context in how to think about this stuff? I'm not a gear head and don't have enough knowledge to know why and why not. Anybody? I know what George at Auto Atlanta thinks....what about the rest of you guys? I'm a newbie and need your sage advice. Thoughts guys? Thanks for any clarity or perspective. Jim |
Claus Graf |
Feb 3 2015, 07:12 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 51 Joined: 25-November 14 From: Houston, TX Member No.: 18,154 Region Association: None |
When buying a 914 the most important issue is rust.
Make sure you lift the inside carpet covering the longitudinals. That is where the rust is. Yes, fuel injection is more advanced than a carburetor. Fuel injection will deliver fuel in a more precise fashion with better fuel economy than a carburetor. I have a 1974 914 with a 1.8 fuel injected engine. Does it run? Yes! (I'm in the middle of extensive longitudinal rust repairs....) Will I keep the 40+ year old injectors, wiring, air flow sensor and computer? Since I have to take apart the engine (low oil pressure) I will probably put some performance parts and add carbs to it. I think it will be easier to troubleshoot and repair if it breaks down on the road. |
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