Drex 914, Iowa 914 Options

[Drex]

cabman

will be running FI

dave

[Drex]

while the fuel tank is out
what other things to I need to do
before i reinstall it?

ie
replace the defroster hoses
what else?

thanks

Drex

[JeffBowlsby]

Hi Dave, EGR and the charcoal filter at different systems, different functions.

Your early car does not have EGR.

Early cars with the metal case charcoal filters are not restorable, but find a 74 and later and those plastic cases are openable, and the charcoal can be replaced.

[Drex]

seems like i read somewhere
where s.o. cut the metal cannister open
replaced the charcoal and rewelded
i think
i may be wrong
dave

[JeffBowlsby]

Not saying thd metal cans cannot be done, but the plastic cans are simple to replace the carbon. One end easily snaps off and on.

[Drex]

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making some progress on 914
waiting for the SS fuel line kit from Tangerine
they assure me that it is on its way

cleaning up engine area while I wait
really not in too bad of shape

here is the L blower hose off and taped shut

what is the lettering on the L front of the engine?

BTW, O lights are great when working in tight spaces

Drex

[JeffBowlsby]

Find those codes here about 2/3 down the page:

https://bowlsby.net/914/Classic/PLM.htm

Well most of them any way, the list is not 100% complete.

Your marking are code for "1971 1.7L engine".

[Root_Werks]

Been a while since I've caught up on this thread. Nice maint going on!

You'll really like the SS fuel lines. There's a couple of really good how to install threads. Read them first if you can. I did mine solo install, it wasn't bad at all.

[Drex]

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received fuel line kit today!
i see the SS ends that goes up front to fuel tank
have a bend in them!
how does this go thru the tunnel?
will it go thru as it is, or,
does one have to straighten these curves out a bit
to allow them passage thru the tiny tunnel? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif)

thanks

Drex

[914sgofast2]

If you have the gas tank out, now is the time to test the windshield defroster fan to see if it works or not. If it doesn't work, take out the heater/defroster box and fix/clean the fan and replace the defroster box's rubber seals with new ones from 914Rubber. Also clean out all the leaves and debris that is sitting in the bottom of the box after 50+ years and plugging up the 2 drain hoses. I was surprised how bad it was in my 1970 Porsche 914, and it had been parked inside of a barn for 25 years when I got it.

[914sgofast2]

The fuel pipes are inserted into the tunnel from below the engine side. You need to twist them around a bit, but I did not have to straighten any of the bends to make them fit. It 's a time consuming job made much easier if someone can help you guides the pipes thru the tunnel from inside the cabin. I had to take off the rear inspection plate between the seats, as well as remove the gear shift lever mechanism when I put the new fuel pipes in my car in order to get enough room to fish the pipes through the center tunnel.

[914043]

in my experience I found it quite helpful to be able to manipulate the lines by taking the passenger side rear tire off. also be sure to remove the rubber line holders in the frunk..
If nothings been changed in the tunnel you should have no problem succeeding.

[930cabman]

I purchased the same kit from Tangerine a couple years ago and could not see how the install could be as easy as everyone says. Well after sitting on the shelf and continuing to run the plastic lines, one day I went for it and easy peasy. If I recall correctly I used only the small tube (carbs with no return) and oriented the bend in the rear section towards the drivers side. A bit of lube also on the new ss line and the grommet helps

[JeffBowlsby]

Check out Ian Karr's youtube for the install.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IDFsZoI_W3g

[krazykonrad]

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@wonkipop



Check out the tinware writing on our friend Drex's '71

[wonkipop]

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making some progress on 914
waiting for the SS fuel line kit from Tangerine
they assure me that it is on its way

cleaning up engine area while I wait
really not in too bad of shape

here is the L blower hose off and taped shut

what is the lettering on the L front of the engine?

BTW, O lights are great when working in tight spaces

Drex

painted stencil number code discussed here.
codes have been collected for various model years.


http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?sho...6668&st=120

that particular coding is found on the 70-72 MY engines.
in short 022.6 means
022. = type 4 engine.
model # .6 is a particular model in the type 4 line up (model #6 = 914) thats what .6 means. 022.6 = type 4 engine for a 914. the 4 cylinder 914 was originally going to be a type 4 karmann ghia before everything got rearranged into the VW/porsche idea.
3, 4, 5 etc were used for other type 4 VWs - ie VW 411, sedan fastback or variant.
the M code numbers identify the option code or set up package.
in the case of the 914 engines identify them as north american emissions package.

the reason the code is there is the engines were built at the hanover vw factory and then shipped out to various assembly plants where different model type 4 production lines were. the stamps identify the engine to match the build sheet for a car on the assembly line.

in 73 vw changed the engine code identification number codes and went to three letter numbering system. the codes are still there in the same places on the engine tin but not as complex. usually just three numbers, generally (but with exceptions). (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)

its good that the code is still on the engine after 50 years.
means the tin is all still original and unmeddled with.


as mr. b notes he has an extensive collection of those codes listed on his website.
marvellous research on his part.

a few more of the codes were uncovered a couple of years back during research on the 74 L jet cars that have been added to mr. b's long list. can be found on link above to originality section of this website.

[Drex]

lots of great info!

is there an online source where one
can download diagrams of the various
914 systems where each part is numbered with description?
or
are they only in manuals?

thanks

Drex

[JeffBowlsby]

lots of great info!

is there an online source where one
can download diagrams of the various
914 systems where each part is numbered with description?
or
are they only in manuals?

thanks

Drex

Go to AutoAtlanta.com and reference their online catalog. It has all the diagrams and part numbers.

Or download PET (attached)

[Drex]

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the 3 sisters gave me several books and manuals
when i bought this 914
this Drake manual for 70-72 has a lot of great diagrams

also, what do you all think about me
pouring Magic Miracle Oil in all the cylinders?
will this help clean them up,
and does this oil eventually seep thru the rings
and down into the oil pan?

i do plan on boroscoping the cylinders 1st

iowa

[930cabman]

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the 3 sisters gave me several books and manuals
when i bought this 914
this Drake manual for 70-72 has a lot of great diagrams

also, what do you all think about me
pouring Magic Miracle Oil in all the cylinders?
will this help clean them up,
and does this oil eventually seep thru the rings
and down into the oil pan?

i do plan on boroscoping the cylinders 1st

iowa

Do you have any idea the last time she was run?

My conservative side says to open her up and inspect the whole kit/kabodle. Otherwise you will be running on borrowed time