my grandads '74 restoration project Options

[_stickykitty79_]

just want to say hi to all you crazy people trying to revive these things like me. this is a bit of a sentimental project as its been in the family 3 gens now. was a Michigan car, suffered the consequences as the pics show, trailered it to california where it will remian.
my plans are to address all the obvious rust issues and do some fun upgrades along the way, some chassis stiffening, some minor engine tuning. (webers instead of fuel injection...yes i know the forum doesnt like it but it was always a disaster and carbs just sound better)
im a realist so heres what im prepared to face:

- tons of welding, i can do and thanks to Restoration Design i have plenty of metal to purchase as i go
-spending a few thousand here and there to do this right and time to do it. its a passion project and im in no hurry.
-building a chassis rig as i tear into the longitudinals, along with temp supports in the door jams.

i know this will seem daunting but i also dont think its at the point of scrapping based on what we can buy, and what im willing to do.
thanks

[Superhawk996]

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Sad that the Elise has to go. I’ve driven both the 1st and 2nd Gen Elise and thought it was the only modern car that comes close to matching the 914’s lightweight and nimble feel.

I’ve seen plenty of rusty Michigan cars over the years - I lived there forever. You’ve got your work cut out for you. Sort of crazy to be in the heart of 914 central (CA) and working on something so roached by mid-west cancer, but I admire the desire to preserve a car that has sentimental history.

Take a look at the Dub EFI conversion. The EFI throttle bodies will give you that carb look and induction sound but with the reliability, driveability, and horsepower that is better than Webers can provide . Just something to check out if you’re not aware of availability of that option.
https://thedubshop.com/dual-throttle-body-f...gnition-t4-914/

Now go burn some metal. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smash.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welder.gif)

[_stickykitty79_]

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Sad that the Elise has to go. I’ve driven both the 1st and 2nd Gen Elise and thought it was the only modern car that comes close to matching the 914’s lightweight and nimble feel.

I’ve seen plenty of rusty Michigan cars over the years - I lived there forever. You’ve got your work cut out for you. Sort of crazy to be in the heart of 914 central (CA) and working on something so roached by mid-west cancer, but I admire the desire to preserve a car that has sentimental history.

Take a look at the Dub EFI conversion. The EFI throttle bodies will give you that carb look and induction sound but with the reliability, driveability, and horsepower that is better than Webers can provide . Just something to check out if you’re not aware of availability of that option.
https://thedubshop.com/dual-throttle-body-f...gnition-t4-914/

Now go burn some metal. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smash.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welder.gif)

thanks for the link! 4200 seems a bit steep. but i love the idea they help you set it up. and the ease and convenience seems great too, you go this route?