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arsprod |
May 14 2015, 11:41 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 210 Joined: 14-March 15 From: Indianapolis Member No.: 18,519 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
Newbie on the 914 board - just bought a '74 2.0 from my uncle (who bought the car new). It's actually in transit from Florida and supposed to arrive tomorrow. In anticipation of its arrival (and my desire to get it on the road asap) I'm looking for some guidance.
The car's been sitting. He started it monthly and let the oil come to temp but other than moving onto the transporter it's really not been run much. I'm planning to change the oil right away and probably flushing brake fluid, inspecting pads, and replacing ignition parts in the next couple weeks. Anything else I should be aware of? I'm not unfamiliar with VW engines but it's been awhile and never owned a 914 (though lusted for years!). Thanks in advance. Aaron in Indianapolis |
DRPHIL914 |
May 26 2015, 06:50 AM
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Dr. Phil Group: Members Posts: 5,808 Joined: 9-December 09 From: Bluffton, SC Member No.: 11,106 Region Association: South East States |
Zambezi green, great color. Looks nice. That is a "saratoga" top and very much sought after. Good score on the car. You will find it drives much better with a different carb setup. Either dual carbs or back to fuel injection. I thought original injection was crap (on 74's)? No, original injection is the way to go, if you want the best MPG and performance. with that said, if the car drives right now, enjoy some seat time while you address other more pressing issue such as your fuel lines, and brakes. Since you will have the car stored in the winter, plan for some other work this winter when you cant drive it. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welcome.png) Glad you found us, you're in a good crowd. I'm going to suggest that you follow your Uncle's suggestion, "Drive the heck out of it" for now and hold off swapping out Carb and doing other major changes until you get to know the car. Get a Haynes Manual you'll need one. Couple things to mention, OIL is the Blood of the 914, don't put the usual off the self Oil from the Store in it as the Oil for an Air Cooled Engine needs to be such that it will help keep it cool. Brad Pen, Swepco, ETC, for example, are made with the specific properties these engines should have. A single Carb......if the car runs and drives, drive it as is, and down the road if you want to drop $$$$$ in it do it later. (You may find that you have only one fuel line from the tank to the Carb. FI Cars have two lines, the second is a return line. FI Cars run 30lbs of fuel pressure where as cars with Carbs only run 3Lbs of fuel pressure). The fuel lines run through a Tunnel between the Seats so if there's a leak it's a major problem. Stainless Steal Fuel Lines are available. All for now keep us posted on your progress. We've all been there done that. Doug Thanks and that's my plan. I have a Haynes manual and receipts going back to when he purchased the car. It's amazing how little work was needed over the 41 years. I thought the oil key was zinc (zddp) like in vr1? yes, Valvoline VR1 racing oil 20/50 is what i have been using for some time- it has the proper ZPPD and excellent ratings for wear with this type of engine. others have used other brands such as Bradd Penn or Joe Gibbs racing oil. BTW i would also do the gear oil. My car had some crappy shifting when i got it and whent to drain and change the gear oil and none came out LOL! it was that low, - be ready for the seals which have then dried out to leak, but all hese things can be worked out over time. - btw, my car spent over half its life in indiana and ohio, and that is why i also have jack point rust!! -that rust can be easily fixed and you have a guy not far from you in indiana Brad Mayer(914LTD) who is one of the most experienced in this community . (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welcome.png) |
arsprod |
May 26 2015, 08:55 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 210 Joined: 14-March 15 From: Indianapolis Member No.: 18,519 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
-that rust can be easily fixed and you have a guy not far from you in indiana Brad Mayer(914LTD) who is one of the most experienced in this community . (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welcome.png) Thanks! I think I "met" Mr Meyer through another 914 owner in Indy. He sent me pics of his car getting rust fixed... how weird is that?! |
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