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08-25-2013, 06:08 PM
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Type 4 mechanic
I have a 75 914 with a modified 2L type 4 bumped up to a 2.2L. I can't seem to get to run right. I'm looking for help or a reputable shop in the metro area. The engine was built in CA and only has 2 hours on it, it has new webe idf 44's, new dist with a pertronix. I'm going to use it occasionally and I want to try autocross. I had a "porsche guy" look at it and while he did make a minor (and I mean minor) improvement I threw my money away. Usually I can fix anything but this has me stumped. HELP!
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08-25-2013, 07:01 PM
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08-25-2013, 08:03 PM
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X2 for Matt. Kind of a haul from S. Maryland but worth it to have the job done right the first time.
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08-25-2013, 08:39 PM
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Has it ever run right? Who built it if I might ask.
Another vote for Matt as well.
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08-25-2013, 09:32 PM
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Yet another vote for Matt. He's the go-to guy for this kind of stuff - and not just for this local area.
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#6
08-25-2013, 11:05 PM
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You say you can fix things so I read this as adequate mechanical ability. I'd suggest you install this engine located in Philly
http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=216166 remove the a/c stuff and get a new piece of engine tin. A 1.8L wouldn't be out of place in a '75 ... price is right ... running car in a weekend rather than towing your car to MDM in Gaithersburg ... (I have nothing but respect for MDM and am apologizing to him for posting a suggestion that doesn't get him business)
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08-28-2013, 03:40 PM
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I would also add Intersport in McLean to you list, not close but Charlie knows his 914's
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08-29-2013, 06:54 PM
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I bought the engine through Import Motors, 2200 long block modified heads and cam.
I had Art Thraen build the set of empi 44s I had. That didn't seem to work so then I bought a set of Webers Changed out the original dist for a pertronix. Set the valves (3 times) checked the compression. I've even went to shorter intakes. I changed to wires and they are almost 0 resistance. It really acts like it a carb problem. I kept the original 2.0 that was supposedly rebuilt but it was change to hydraulic lifters and one detonated so I figured I'd build it this winter. I have all the fiberglass panels to change over but I want to get it running right first. Every once in a while it runs great on a road test and it's "fast", it just doesn't do it all the time
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08-29-2013, 06:58 PM
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