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Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 06-08-2000, 07:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 554
Posted By randyle
1.8 won't start

My 1.8 died after running like a top for quite a while. There is spark to the plugs and fuel to the injectors. I have a Pertronix ignitor installed, otherwise completely stock except for a big bore...
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 10-03-1999, 06:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 622
Posted By randyle
I too, made a decent rear targa top seal using...

I too, made a decent rear targa top seal using Dimick's garage door seal idea. I think he down-played the part about practicing before creating, though. My first attempt came out looking like a...
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 09-29-1999, 06:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 624
Posted By randyle
009 v. 050. Excuse my ignorance, but . . .

I've seen lot's of talk on using an 009 v. an 050 distributor, but I really don't know the why's and wherefore's of using one or the other. In what circumstances is one better than the other? I...
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 09-28-1999, 09:42 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,444
Posted By randyle
I put a big bore kit on my '75 1.8ltr. So far, I...

I put a big bore kit on my '75 1.8ltr. So far, I only have about 2000 miles on it so I don't know how reliable it's going to be. As far as the extra power goes, it is noticable, but 25 - 30hp...
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 09-26-1999, 05:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 632
Posted By randyle
solid motor mounts

An acquaintance of mine suggested that I replace my rubber motor mounts with solid ones and that I would get a little more torque. Has anyone had any experience with these? Also, who sells them?
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 09-02-1999, 04:42 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,148
Posted By randyle
I would like to add to the accolades given ...

I would like to add to the accolades given Pelican by users of this BB. I have been working on a shifting problem of late, and it was Wayne who put me in touch, thru a personal E-mail response,...
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 08-31-1999, 06:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 616
Posted By randyle
stiff clutch pedal

I just read, on this BB, that the feel of the clutch pedal should be similar to the feel of that on a Honda. Mine is very hard to depress. I have a new cable, and have no flex in the tube. A new...
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 08-25-1999, 03:36 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,880
Posted By randyle
To follow up: I ended up using a product called...

To follow up: I ended up using a product called "crinkle plus" made by VHT, in a spray can, available at NAPA. I first sanded the top smooth, then primered it. The crinkle paint goes on in one...
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 08-02-1999, 09:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 727
Posted By randyle
Thanks for the quick response. The code "L 64 K"...

Thanks for the quick response. The code "L 64 K" does indeed show up, indicating "forest green" I presume. I will see tomorrow about availability in my area. Again, thanks.
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 08-02-1999, 07:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 727
Posted By randyle
paint color

I would like to know how to identify the paint color of my 914 in terms that an auto paint store can identify. My auto is green (1975), but I'm not sure what shade. On other cars I have owned over...
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 07-30-1999, 04:20 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,880
Posted By randyle
targa top paint

I am in the process of repainting my targa top due to all the bald spots it it. I have stripped and sanded all the old paint so its ready for the new paint. My questions are: how do I get the...
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 07-20-1999, 05:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 645
Posted By randyle
another Q(?) regarding valve adjustments

After doing a recent valve adjustment on my 914, I found the hardest part was not getting the valve covers off but getting them back on. It's really hard getting that spring back into place. Does...
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 07-19-1999, 06:18 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 688
Posted By randyle
rocker panel cleanout

Something I would highly recommend to anyone who has not done it yet. I took out more than 8 lbs. of dirt and other stuff including dog food kibble and two wooden dowels. It's amazing what can find...
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 07-16-1999, 09:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 765
Posted By randyle
91 octane . . .

I believe I have seen this question discussed somewhere previously, but I just got my '75 1.8 L-jet running, smogged and on the road after several years and am wondering if I need to use 92 octane...
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 07-15-1999, 07:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 621
Posted By randyle
tires with "flat spots"?

I finally got my 1975 1.8 L-jet smogged and registered today after four years of non-operation. While sitting in my garage over the years, it was in various states of being jacked up, i.e., front,...
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 07-07-1999, 06:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 879
Posted By randyle
to follow up - yes the unit was defective. After...

to follow up - yes the unit was defective. After installing a replacement, the car runs like a champ. Now to pass smog . . .
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 07-03-1999, 01:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 879
Posted By randyle
I checked the wiring and all seems to be OK. I...

I checked the wiring and all seems to be OK. I am not getting any spark to the #4 cylinder tho. Is the unit defective? It runs fine when I reinstall the points and condenser. What gives?
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 07-02-1999, 06:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 879
Posted By randyle
pertronix ignition problem

I just installed a pertronix ignitor in my 75 1.8, L-Jet and it runs like sh... Acts like only three cylinders are firing. What am I doing wrong? Any ideas? The car ran really well with points...
Forum: Porsche 914 Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 06-26-1999, 09:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,147
Posted By randyle
I am interested to know what your complete kit...

I am interested to know what your complete kit consists of. I have done some research on turbocharging a 914 and it looks pretty costly if you want to get any real boost (i.e. above 5 psi). Also,...
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 06-22-1999, 04:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 586
Posted By randyle
electronic ignitions

I a looking for opinions on the variety of after-market electronic ignitions available for the 914. MSD, Crane, Prematune, Pertronix, Jacobs, (any more?). I own a '75 1.8ltr, L-jet. Thanks in...
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 06-22-1999, 04:09 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 690
Posted By randyle
I have a 1975 914, 1.8. On my car, the line goes...

I have a 1975 914, 1.8. On my car, the line goes from the expansion chamber on top of the gas tank to the charcoal canister in the engine compartment. It is actually a part of the smog system. The...
Forum: Porsche 914 Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 06-20-1999, 04:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 812
Posted By randyle
Might be interested in the air flow box and heat...

Might be interested in the air flow box and heat exchangers. Where and how much?
Forum: Porsche 914 & 914-6 Technical Forum 06-16-1999, 05:17 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 686
Posted By randyle
vacuum hoses/smog test

I have a 1975 914, 1.8l, L-jet. There are two vacuum hoses coming from the distributor. Where should the opposite ends of these hoses be connected? The car runs pretty well but it doesn't pass...
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