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Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 11-09-2001, 07:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 851
Posted By 914Hugh
Question For the 911 seats, is it the actual seat that...

For the 911 seats, is it the actual seat that adds to the height or is it the bracket part that adds to most of the height?

If I was to already have the 911 seats, of which I agree are more...
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 10-06-2001, 09:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 586
Posted By 914Hugh
Cool That is a type IV pancake isnt it? Very cool. I...

That is a type IV pancake isnt it? Very cool. I guess this person doesnt need the external oil cooler...
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 10-06-2001, 01:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 582
Posted By 914Hugh
Wink Yip, checked the fuses, but if so, that wouldnt...

Yip, checked the fuses, but if so, that wouldnt have been the first time I forgot something like that.

I dont have H4's, but I am thinking the high beam swith right now.

Thanks- hugh
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 10-05-2001, 09:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 582
Posted By 914Hugh
Question headlamp gremlins

I finished the engine part of my restore this week!!

As usual though there is always soemthing else to fix. This time both of my headlamps will only work on bright. Is this typical for a short,...
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 08-16-2001, 10:09 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,610
Posted By 914Hugh
Cool Thanks again for your input. I am happy to hear...

Thanks again for your input. I am happy to hear that someone learned from my troubles (I myself have avoided a lot of issues being a first time rebuilder and reading these posts).

The engine came...
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 08-11-2001, 10:38 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,610
Posted By 914Hugh
Talking Thanks for the input guys. I am in the process...

Thanks for the input guys. I am in the process of changing out the oil pressure sending unit and the valve cover gasket, although the problem is probably that lack of 'crush factor'.

If the...
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 08-08-2001, 08:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,610
Posted By 914Hugh
Question oil cooler leak?

I have an oil leak somewhere above the oil filter.

A little background- This is a freshly rebuilt 76 2.0. The leak is rather substantial leaving 1foot diameter puddle of oil with the car only...
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 08-01-2001, 09:35 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 947
Posted By 914Hugh
Wink I used the steel brush as well. I would add...

I used the steel brush as well. I would add though that I used a chisel where the muck was particularly thick before going to the brush.
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 07-02-2001, 07:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,006
Posted By 914Hugh
I have the black version of the above. Some years...

I have the black version of the above. Some years ago, I got some stickers with a crest on them that look pretty good (from Tweeks I think). Nonetheless, I always wondered if there was a flat...
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 06-27-2001, 08:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 565
Posted By 914Hugh
Post I checked with a few mechanics in Texas and...

I checked with a few mechanics in Texas and Florida each. All were around 2.5-4k. The big range was mainly due to whether they included new heads, what kind they would be, and what mods they would...
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 06-24-2001, 09:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 623
Posted By 914Hugh
Wink After you drop the engine, and are in the midst...

After you drop the engine, and are in the midst of the teardown, leave the distributor as/is if you are not cracking the case. This will make for an easier time setting the valves when you put...
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 06-17-2001, 02:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,491
Posted By 914Hugh
Lightbulb An easier trick for the 'Hanger Procedure' is to...

An easier trick for the 'Hanger Procedure' is to use the 'hook' part of the hanger to grab the window crank. After a couple of rolls, you can stick your hand in there to finish the job and unlock...
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 06-05-2001, 08:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,090
Posted By 914Hugh
Post Refer to other posts regarding tire width, rim...

Refer to other posts regarding tire width, rim size, and clearance (In a nutshell, if you have a wheel like the 'Riviera' (pictured, not much more will fit under the fender.)

This was my second...
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 06-03-2001, 02:08 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 675
Posted By 914Hugh
Post Wayne- Offer him some rediculous trade, like a...

Wayne- Offer him some rediculous trade, like a couple of 914 rustbuckets and chickens for the the 916 replica or any of the other rediculously expensive cars!
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 06-02-2001, 08:15 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 710
Posted By 914Hugh
Post I wonder if you can even read the tech manual. I...

I wonder if you can even read the tech manual. I got the .pdf version of their catalog about a year ago and the scanning job was illegible for a good portion of the catalog.

Then again, I don't...
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 05-30-2001, 10:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 572
Posted By 914Hugh
Lightbulb Get your engine cleaned up before you pull it out...

Get your engine cleaned up before you pull it out (Most engine cleaners have warnings about using their product on aluminum, so I just got mine steamed. Anyone got suggestions on a safe engine...
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 05-13-2001, 08:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 638
Posted By 914Hugh
Talking Thanks Bowlsby. The connector you describe was...

Thanks Bowlsby. The connector you describe was the right one, the problem was that the female pole had gottens smashed to one side. With a good eye and a flashlight, it slipped right together.
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 05-11-2001, 01:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 638
Posted By 914Hugh
Question CHT Sensor connection

I have basicly completed my rebuid on my 76 2.0 (only a few extra parts and wires left over http://www.pelicanparts.com/ultimate/smile.gif ).

Seriously, I am impressed with how easy it was, but I...
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 05-02-2001, 10:38 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 611
Posted By 914Hugh
Post Dave- I have and will continue to support the 914...

Dave- I have and will continue to support the 914 Knowledge Mecca!!

the fuel line grommets are what I was most concerned about. I did look for them in the catalog to no avail (Let me know if I...
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 05-01-2001, 09:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 611
Posted By 914Hugh
Question Grommets, boots, etc.

My 25 year old grommets have seen better days, many of which cracked or crumbled when I took the engine out.

Anyone know of any good sources for new ones?

Is it ok to use silicone (or rtv?) in...
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 04-24-2001, 08:12 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 758
Posted By 914Hugh
Question hand lapping cylinders

I've got some new p&c's and my heads rebuilt. Now ready to install, and I understand that I am supposed to hand lap the cylinders for that perfect fit.

When you do the lapping, what do you look...
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 03-12-2001, 08:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 625
Posted By 914Hugh
Talking Number 461 will soon be back on the road (Are you...

Number 461 will soon be back on the road (Are you as impressed with 461 as 3rd to last!)

OOPS! I missed a zero, it is 4061, making it 14th to last? I am still as impressed with it as 461, although...
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 03-11-2001, 10:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 587
Posted By 914Hugh
Post Looks good! Very quick and I dont have to...

Looks good! Very quick and I dont have to navigate through other stuff. Do you want to give the user the ability to search based on car type?
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 03-11-2001, 09:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 551
Posted By 914Hugh
Post You can also grab it with a pair of channel...

You can also grab it with a pair of channel locks. Push and pull on it a bit and those spot welds will start seperating.
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 02-28-2001, 08:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 535
Posted By 914Hugh
Anyone ever used seats from a miata or passport?

Anyone ever used seats from a miata or passport?
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