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[Phoenix914]

A couple weeks ago I was given a folder of service receipts from the original owner of my 914. Inside I found what I really wanted - the receipt from the engine rebuild in 1988. What I think are most notable are the 96mm pistons, reworked heads (for $401 - must have been new everything?) and the 272deg camshaft(?). I was wondering if any of you type 4 gurus can give me some feedback on what all this means.

As for how the engine runs after all these years, it is very cold-natured and runs like crap until it's good and warm. After that it's quite peppy and smooth. I've never driven another 914 so I have no reference to make a comparison.

Any comments?  914_engine_specs.pdf ( 137.13k ) Number of downloads: 238

[r_towle]

I cant seem to see the line that talks about the camshaft.

What IC shows that you had a full rebuild, new seals, reground crank, headwork, and new P/C's

If its FI, and stock, you will need to figure out what Cam was put in there or you will waste alot of time chasing your tail.

When was the last tune up done?
When was the last time you adjusted the valves?
Are you running points, or petronics?
New plugs, wires?
New dizzy cap?

There are alot of ignition items that need to be checked and set properly prior to chasing the FI system.
The FI system is really pretty basic, and it either works or does not...not alot of in between.
The key items that can be checked are the CHT and the MPS.

the rest is all about vacuum lines...all must be present and not leaking or it will run bad.

Really there are alot of simple tests, but the ignition needs to be perfect first. This also means the valves need to be set.

Rich