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Hi steve. Glad you’re enjoying the videos. I’m actually working on a “final” bumblebee episode discussing how the car turned out. Stay tuned!

@@IanKarr thank you

I’ve actually not attempted that. But your observation seems correct.

@@IanKarr For the record: I've removed the 6 circular clips that seemed to hold the thing together. Then the part where the motor sits in just splits in halve. After that it's easy to take both valves/flaps including the connecting rod out and back in again. Good moment to attack the flaps with some rustoleum and paint as well!

Glad you found it helpful!

True. but the nature of that scale means at least some wedging is happening. I find the hole creates way too much torque and it's difficult to get things to open up by just a few thou.

I think there were a few. Eric's yellow one, definitely. And Larry's Gulf blue one.

@@IanKarr wide body uses a 10 " wheel on the front and either a 12 o 15" on the rear

I just painted the metal and lubed the parts. Also new pins. The retaining pins are often rusted into the bracket and require drilling or a lot of force to get out.

These engines were designed for solid lifters. Hydraulics require less maintenance, yes. But they’re out of spec.

Glad you found the video helpful!

Carefully :). If it’s an old windshield held in with butyl, leave the car in the sun for a while then use a piano wire or guitar pushed in the butyl between the glass and the frame to work your way arouns

Yep. Mine did not come with a/c. Still blowing frosty cold!

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If the bottom of the crankcase is tilted, there will be oil left on the low side. Can you use ramps? Yes, but probably about 25% of the oil will be left in there.

Ha! that's deep.

I believe the connector only goes in one way, so probably…

@@IanKarr Okay, Thank you! - btw: All your videos are fantastic!

@@IanKarr Hi Ian, What is the fuel hose ID, did you used? Thank you!

Glad you find the videos helpful. Here’s a link.. www.cjponyparts.com/classic-auto-air-daily-driver-air-conditioning-system-with-uncoated-compressor-r134-a-for-use-with-alternator-260-289-1965-1966/p/CAA20124/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw1K-zBhBIEiwAWeCOFxTzRnEqHqm9VMSH6eQ8HkFwRRBobDSKBiyZil-bllK98oXbRvYX6hoC3bYQAvD_BwE

@@IanKarr Thank you so much!!! I have a Borgerson Power steering,....Will it fit?

Glad you didn’t!

Yep! Working on it now…

Sorry I don’t recall

Yes it is :)

The quick exposure and immediate rinse I used shouldn’t have done any damage. If concerned, don’t do it. Or at least use a clean paper towel to wipe it down after. If the towel is clean white, highly doubtful any rubber has been compromised.

Yes, it is

Thanks. But if I can do it, anyone can.

I did. it's the 19mm ATE. Not much difference from stock

That's a custom gauge. I'd ask Eric @ PMB

Thanks

Hey there. If your car is still stock, the fuel pump is on the engine side of the firewall on the lower right. Many people have moved the fuel pump to the front of the car. If this has been done, it could be accessible from the front trunk bulkhead, or it's behind the belly pan under the car. Hope this helps! Why are you looking to replace the pump?

@@IanKarr Hi Ian, Thank You so much for replying to my message! The 914 appeared to be stock and has been sitting for over 5 years, and I don't think the fuel pump is in working order...

ha!

Lots of right ways to do things!

Thanks so much for the kind words. If I'm a hero, 914s are my kryptonite tho ;)

Adding pop up headlights to cars that didn't come with them would be difficult

Thanks!

Sorry...I can't hear you ;)

A rarity considering the number of 50 year old cars

Hi Steven. 8 mins sounds long. Does the cylinder turn freely? Shouldn’t be super hot either…just warm

Thanks, Chris! I have only 3 brain cells left myself...

Hi, Workin. It depends. If the car is highly original (or faithfully cared for), the rocker covers may be held on by several rivets on top and a few screws below. Many cars have had the rockers off over their lifetime, in which case screws are often used in place of rivets. An unsophisticated owner may be grumbly about drilling the rivets and removing the panels. Knowledgeable owners know that removing the rocker covers is a part of any due diligence and will probably have pics of the longs behind the rockers already. IF you find an amazing car and the owner flatly won't allow the rockers to come off, and you feel like taking a gamble, poke the area around the right jack donut with a screwdriver or awl and see if the metal is solid. Ideally you'll do both before handing over money for a 914.

Maybe @pmb_performance can respond...

Glad to help!

It's definitely a great time

hot water and dawn or simple green.

Maybe one day youtube will make better royalty free tracks available ;)

It just doesn’t need music throughout. Or mix it waaaaay down. It’s hard to follow the dialog at times.

thanks

Please post a link to the tool tou use

You right. Lots of ways to approach the task. I just prefer using my power driver. Using low speed and caution I have never stripped a bolt

Thanks, Perry. I moved the pump to the front on my bumblebee build, but left it in the original location on my green car. I've never experienced vapor lock, but that's maybe because the previous owner removed the bell from the heat exchanger valve and ducted it down.

I'm generally a believer that if it ain't broke... I'm not familiar with that sump. Is there some reason you're running an external unit?

@@IanKarr I inherited a 914 from my neighbor that used it as an instruction car on the track. Lots of add-ons that I’m going through. Currently I’ve watched your videos dropped the motor and am about to take on the clutch. I’d be stoked to get some advise when I’m in there - are you still active on Patreon? Happy to sign up if you are.

hey there. yes i'm still active on patreon.com/iankarr

@@IanKarr alright! Look out for me - I’ll be signing up full steam .. pulled motor last night with out a hitch. Diving into it with a deadline.

me too!

Thanks, Chris. When you say “fix” the washers, what’s wrong with yours?

@@IanKarr The water just dribbles out of the spray nozzels! Ive replaced the 4mm water tubes, the actual spray nozzels that squart the water, plus the line that goes to the spare tire and the water bottle seams to presurize ok. If i leave the system presurized over nght the tire looses a lot of air. I cant even see where the valve unit sits near the stearing column to take a look at that!!

@@chrisphillips2358 Clearly seems to be a pressure loss somewhere. Might be in the steering column switch...

@@IanKarr Indeed... Do you know/have any pictures as to where the switch is or what it looks like? Cant find anything on the interweb!

The washer trigger is integrated with the wiper switch. Personally, I think it’s better to install an electric pump rather than topping off the spare tire