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> Fix a six, Like Neil Young says...rust is an insomniac
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post Nov 15 2020, 07:47 PM
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Will be finishing up the dash and installing this week. When that is done, the instruments go back in and I get to figure out all the wiring. The control for the blower gets installed and the blower goes in. Having trouble finding the seals for the master cylinder lines from the brake fluid reservoir. 914 Rubber doesn't have them, and cannot find a source. Would like to get that box checked. With the dash in place, I guess the steering can be connected. Want to hold off on adding any suspension, although I am tempted as it is all refurnished...concerned that it will just get in the way. Next will be to restore and install the fuel tank and windshield washer reservoir etc. Trying to work my way from the front of the car to the rear...methodically. I keep finding more rubber items that need to be replaced. Feel like I should just cave in and get a 914 Rubber Visa for the points. More pics this week.
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post Nov 16 2020, 07:51 AM
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post Nov 16 2020, 01:47 PM
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@speedo did you try Eric Shea at PMB Performance for the master cylinder seals? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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post Nov 17 2020, 07:24 PM
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QUOTE(Cairo94507 @ Nov 16 2020, 12:47 PM) *

@speedo did you try Eric Shea at PMB Performance for the master cylinder seals? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)


I did check PMB and like other suppliers, they only sell the "grommet/seals" with new MCs. I rebuilt mine, and just need the seals. Looks like PP has them so ordered and we will see.
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post Nov 17 2020, 11:24 PM
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QUOTE(Speedo @ Nov 17 2020, 05:24 PM) *

QUOTE(Cairo94507 @ Nov 16 2020, 12:47 PM) *

@speedo did you try Eric Shea at PMB Performance for the master cylinder seals? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)


I did check PMB and like other suppliers, they only sell the "grommet/seals" with new MCs. I rebuilt mine, and just need the seals. Looks like PP has them so ordered and we will see.

I would suggest giving him a call. He is far more passionate about seeing projects come together than adhering strictly to what might seem available on his site.
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post Nov 18 2020, 08:05 AM
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I agree. Eric is a great guy and true lover of our cars. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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post Nov 18 2020, 10:35 AM
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I agree. Eric is a great guy and true lover of our cars. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)


I agree...he has helped me before.
I did call and spoke to one of his salespeople.
She told me the seals were only available with a MC purchase.
I did source them through PP and they are en-route.
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post Nov 30 2020, 09:17 PM
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Not sure why the dash has intimidated me. Maybe because I can't weld it...anyway finished up the 914Rubber rebuild and replacement top. Looks great.Attached Image
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post Nov 30 2020, 09:21 PM
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I'm guessing the wiring once tha dash is installed is whats bugging me. PO had all kinds of crazy "back woods" crap wired into the bundle. I selectively removed a lot of the stereo and alarm stuff that looked sketchy.Attached Image
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post Nov 30 2020, 09:23 PM
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Installed....and the fun begins?Attached Image
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post Nov 30 2020, 09:31 PM
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I added foglights to the dash. I am going to begin the wiring connections and reduce the unknowns by wiring up the obvious. I emailed Ian Karr (little guilt in advance) as it was his dash cover video that compelled my to go after mine...to see if he has any behind the dash wiring guidance.

Finished up the re-assembly of the calipers...they are all completely rebuilt. Master cylinder is now installed and lines from reservoir connected. The infamous grommets on the top were sourced from PP.Attached Image
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post Nov 30 2020, 11:48 PM
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Meanwhile the son's 914 engine re-install is completed and Houston, we have ignition.
This is now a rust-free 72 1.7 apparently soon to receive a stroked 2.2 six. I just want my lift back.
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post Dec 1 2020, 09:44 AM
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I always like coming to check on your progress, very inspiring. Makes me realize just how much my 914-6 needs.
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post Dec 6 2020, 11:27 AM
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So while I have your un-divided attention (IMG:style_emoticons/default/evilgrin.gif) ...
Cleaning up the PO's wiring experiments, and I am left with these "jumpers" to the fuse panel.Attached Image
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post Dec 6 2020, 11:28 AM
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Looks like they are all hot, pulling 12volts for additional gauges? I am to presume I can just delete them?Attached Image
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post Dec 6 2020, 01:21 PM
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I don't see any reason not to get rid of those. I think getting rid of all the previous decades worth of BS shade-tree wiring is half the problem in sorting electrical issues. Get the wiring all back to factory and then add whatever you need for your needs correctly.
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post Dec 6 2020, 05:59 PM
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Ok! Extra wiring goes bye bye. What the heck would this flasher relay have been used for? PO did actually have a tire trailer he towed to autoxs...could this have been for his trailer lights? Completely understandable to me. If I saw a 914 towing any kind of trailer. I would expect ALL the lights on both car and trailer to be flashing and probably not in harmony.

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post Dec 6 2020, 06:12 PM
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Turns out my rear defrost switch was taken by trolls...went missing. I have learned that it is actually the same switch as the foglight switch. I have an extra light switch which may or may not work in its place. So I may need one or the other...and if you have one or the other extra laying around please PM me. Once I get that sorted...it will be the climate control that goes in next wiring and then the blower unit...and then the instruments. Then cockpit wiring. Probably not going to install the gas tank and wiper reservoir until I can check all the electrics...so I don't risk having to pull things out again.
This is my first 914 rodeo, so feel free to interject if I am addressing things out of order.
Feel free to post if you see a silly mistake. If you see a REALLY big problem with what I am doing...no need to go public, send me a PM. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/unsure.gif)

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post Dec 13 2020, 10:05 PM
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So I need some help deciphering this red lead off the back of my ignition console.
Large red wire entering console, and it is confirmed as being connected to my fuse panel at #11 and the console at #30. The small red wire comes off the console at "R" and has a female spade. Tell me what this connects to please. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif) Attached Image


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post Dec 21 2020, 04:07 PM
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Had some success with the "rat's nest" of wires in the dash. Getting to be really good at this point in reading schematics and chasing down wire colors. We'll see how successful I am when the system gets to the point of being hooked up to a battery. Instruments in...
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