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Not what i would call the ultimate guide to the 914 but if you have one or even just a fan, this book is a great start to get to. How to restore and modify your porsche 914 and 9146 by patrick. I did a 73 super beetle restoration about 12 years ago and loved it, and im hoping some of what i learned in that process will translate over to a 914912 restoration, at least in the powertrain dept. Upgrades include fiberglass gt flares from pelican parts, simmons wheels 7 and 8 converted to five lug with redrilled rear hubs and adapters in front. The second edition of this book continues the restoration of a 356 porsche to driver level condition. How to restore and modify your porsche 914 and 9146 motorbooks workshop. Striking design features included the very long wheelbase for the vehicle length, short overhangs, the removable roof centre panel made from glass fiberreinforced plastic as well as. We are your source for porsche 356, 904, 911, 912, 914, 917, 924, 928 and 944 restoration parts. How to restore and modify your porsche 914 and 914 6 motorbooks workshop.
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Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. Over 70 percent of all porsche vehicles ever built are still on the road today. The porsche 914 debuted with a low price point to attract buyers. Porsche 356 guide to doityourself restoration, paperback. How to restore and modify your porsche 914 and 9146 motorbooks workshop paternie, patrick on. The swaybar mounting had been torn up and the balljoint mount on the aarm bent, the damage to the aarm wasnt discovered untill much later when it was powdercoated and i started putting things back together. This 1975 porsche 914 was acquired by the seller over one year ago. The porsche 914 was designed to replace the 912 and to be an affordable counterpart to the 911. Results include ads from the february, 2020 issue of hemmings motor news. This matching numbers example comes fully restored and retains much of its original parts and accessories. We offer a number of different restoration services from chassis rebuilds and driveline mechanics to interior and paint. I did a 73 super beetle restoration about 12 years ago and loved it, and im hoping some of what i learned in that process will translate over to a 914 912 restoration, at least in the powertrain dept.
Trending price is based on prices over last 90 days. Our specialists have been restoring classic porsches for over two decades. Sicoilchg914 oil change kit for 914 4cylinder, featuring motul classic oil and a mahle filter, gaskets and seals. Link your active subscription or subscribe for instant access. View and download porsche 914 workshop manual online. Follow the 914 s development into a porsche classic. The 9146 was built by porsche at the main plant in stuttgartzuffenhausen. Seat upholstery, carpet sets, converitble tops, headliners. Original factory and aftermarket manuals for every car, truck and motorcycle. Approximately 52,000 parts and components in our stateoftheart warehouse are ready for dispatch, through our worldwide network, directly to your porsche classic partner or authorized porsche. Our products include complete interiors, seat coversupholstery, seat pads, spring assembly, seat hinges, interior panels, top lid inserts, dash caps, carpets, convertible tops, headliners, rubber selas and other accessories. We are currently working on adding thousands of new and used parts for 356s. The 914 rose from a marriage of convenience of volkswagen and porsche, because both companies wanted a small, modern and affordable sports car in their product range, but for little cost. Restoration parts for porsche 914, rebuilt 914 parts.
Launched in 1969, the 914 series went through many problems and many changes before production came to an end in 1976. Click on the links below to narrow your search by category. Good guide to the porsche 914, covers all years and models of production. In this video, peter discusses the timeline and some of the parts that went into this astonishing porsche 914. Porsche 914 restorer authenticity guide restoration manual book shop johnson fits. This porsche 914 restorers guide to authenticity is designed to aid those enthusiasts who have taken the restoration challenge, as well as to entertain the 19701976 porsche 914 trivia buff. How to restore and modify your porsche 914 and 9146 book. Some cars may be as old as 55 years, and due to the variability of the build at the factory, rust or prior accident damage they may need some trimming and adjustment to fit. Lots of great information about parts interchangeability, maintenance and restoring the 914. The goal was to produce a periodcorrect 1971 porsche 9146 gt tribute. Striking design features included the very long wheelbase for the vehicle length, short overhangs, the removable roof centre panel. How to restore and modify your porsche 914 and 9146.
In the sixcylinder models, the ignition lock was located to the left of the steering wheel, where it is typically found in porsche vehicles. Heritage parts centre is an experienced mail order supplier specialising in all types of porsche 914 parts. There are detail photos of rare 916 and 914 6 gt models. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. An excellent resource on the development and history of the 914. We offer for sale 42 items for your 1973 porsche 914 narrow your search by model, year or type of book. Instead, it is a detailed look at changes as they occurred in the areas of body, chassis, trim, and. This includes our signature floor pans, rust repair panels as well as other trim and rubber seals to finish off your 914. A comprehensive restorationspecific book describing yeartoyear changes and options.
It includes mechanical details, bodywork, interiors, and more, all illustrated with exquisite color photographs and indepth text. Porsche 914 body parts collision repair, restoration. The goal was to produce a periodcorrect 1971 porsche 9146 gt tribute based around the vehicles current powerplant. There are detail photos of rare 916 and 9146 gt models. Shop manual tuneup and maintenance guide porsche 9144 197072. In the late 60s, porsche was looking for a reliable successor of their entrylevel 912.
The 914 came in either a 4 cylinder or a 6 cylinder engine version. As i mentioned there were plenty of traces of a rough life, the front passenger side had been hit at some point. The wheels of the 9146 were mounted with five wheel nuts. We take pride in our work and have recieved quite a lot of positive feedback in the past.
A good restorationoriented book describing most yeartoyear changes and. The so called, poor mans porsche with its boxy shape and popoff top had me even before i could drive, building 125th scale models of them at age 14 back in 1973. Even the owner here at classic investments has expressed his pleasure in driving this car. The porsche 914 midengine roadster was a joint design project of volkswagen and porsche manufacturing groups, the sales lasted from 1969 to 1976. Stoddard porsche 914 parts and restoration supplies. Our parts catalogs are available free with purchase. Porsche 9144, range 197072, workshop maintenance and repair manual. In 1970, over 20,000 4 cylinder 914s were built only 2,760 6 cylinder cars left the factory. Porsche 914, 19691976, road tests book gold portfolio by brooklands books. An enthusiasts guide and millions of other books are available for amazon kindle.
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