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> BUILD-OFF CHALLENGE: Tygaboy's '75 LS3, It seemed a good idea at the time...
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post May 15 2023, 08:40 PM
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Looking good Chris!
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post May 15 2023, 11:07 PM
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Chris.....that's one clean windshield! WOW!

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post May 16 2023, 12:28 PM
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Nice! Glad the video helped. And getting high from the glue is an added bonus!
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post Jun 5 2023, 01:06 PM
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WCR 2023 is in the books. Awesome location, fun times, the best people... And the car worked wonderfully!


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post Jun 5 2023, 01:11 PM
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I stopped at my tuner's on the way up. AutoTrend EFI in Diamond Springs, CA. Dave Erlich is a great guy... I wanted to tweak the pedal action to slow down the off-idle response that I'd previously sped up. That took 2 seconds. Then we went out for some on-the-road tuning. I was mostly after any improvements he could make to driveability and, most importantly, fuel economy. I'd been getting like 12 mpg. Note the base maps in the Holley ECUs aren't set up to maximize economy. So after a bit of magic, the first time I checked, I got 20 mpg. So a big improvement. And overall, it's a much more pleasant driver.
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post Jun 5 2023, 01:20 PM
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While I was getting the tune updated, I just happened to mention that I was having issues getting the stock 914 fuel sensor to communicate accurately with the Holley dash. Dave says "have you seen this?"
It's a LIDAR sending unit! No moving parts, communicates directly with the Holley dash, is programmable and, wait for it, is a DIRECT bolt-on to the 914 tank!
Maybe I shouldn't be surprised that the Porsche sensor bolt pattern is a standard SAE 5-bolt mounting pattern but I wasn't expecting it to be this simple.

Apparently, these Holley sensors won't work with a gauge that needs a standard ohm signal but maybe you SpeedHut fans could leverage this. Not sure... But it should work a treat for my application.

(Note the pics are just test fitting it to a crappy tank I had laying around.)


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post Jun 9 2023, 05:07 PM
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Some mods to the wiring, a bit of setup/configuration and I have a zoomy, high-tech LIDAR fuel level sensor. It turned out nice and tidy. And IMO, it's consistent with the look of the other fuel tank mods - a better visual fit than the stock sensor.


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post Jun 9 2023, 07:16 PM
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How fortuitous……that’s awesome!
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post Jun 25 2023, 03:50 PM
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I suffered an inner CV boot failure. Interesting given the whole "moved the drive train forward to reduce axle angle..." But the failed boot didn't show any signs of abrasion and the one on the other side looks fine. Yes, I'll replace that side, too. Just not today!

In any case, I worked with McKenzie's Performance in SoCal and upgraded to a system that stands up to off-road abuse. The boot is totally different and seems more pliable than the factory item. Should be overkill for my use but when's that ever stopped me?

Anyway, here's the not-yet-failed factory set up:


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post Jun 25 2023, 03:51 PM
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And the zippy, cool new set up. And no, I haven't yet cleaned up the spewed grease.

A couple things: The large side of the boot now slips over an upgraded CV flange plate that's a nice machined piece vs the factory stamped one.

And the recommendation is to leave the clamp/zip tie off the inner/small side so the boot can slip and slide as needed and not add stress to the boot. The parts look cool, too!


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post Jun 26 2023, 06:47 AM
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post Jul 25 2023, 04:58 PM
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Ferrari meets 914, again! I decided I didn't like the trunk release button so started noodling on options. My car had a 911 reflector when I got it so I have the solenoid mount. I wouldn't be the first to work up a cable release, but - and I know you'll find this shocking - I wanted something unique in terms of a release system.
Ferrari 360 parts to the rescue!
A little head scratching about placement, a bit of clearance work and... one "in-the-door-sill" release latch!
Cool thing is with the door closed/locked, it's secure.
No, the cover isn't riveted on yet, just set in place.

Frosting on the cake will be I'll remove the Ferrari graphic and get one that's a 914 silhouette with the trunk opened in reverse, to match what my car actually does.


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Chris - seems every new detail is my new FAVORITE detail!

Keep it up!!!!

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post Jul 25 2023, 10:07 PM
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I really like that trunk release! I have never seen that done before. Truely a one of a kind 914.
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post Jul 25 2023, 11:33 PM
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That looks awesome! You have a great eye my friend!
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post Jul 26 2023, 12:18 AM
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Yet another trick up your sleeve
Well done and useful !
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Very clean!
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post Jul 26 2023, 09:28 AM
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It's a LIDAR sending unit! No moving parts

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I have a 2500 gallon water storage tank that is begging for some sort of Arduino based level sensing.

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post Jul 26 2023, 09:38 AM
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As usual Chris, you turn out amazing stuff. I don't know if I've told you that before. But I really respect your work.

Best Bob B
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