FIRST START IN 30 YEARS - Type 4 VW Engine | Porsche 914 Restoration!

[@NoName-jr2eo]

That's amazing it starts let alone run after all that water and it's age! Didn't sound half bad.

[@CTmoog]

Yes I still can’t believe it Sounds pretty good 😎

[@PapiDoesIt]

Brings back memories! I bought a really nice bus from Arizona years ago, that someone had installed a 914 engine that had blown up. I got a 1.7 out of the junkyard and spent a lot of time getting things sorted out. As usual, wish I had been able to keep it, but I got transferred to NYC and really didn't need a car so I sold it. I haven't seen a bus that rust-free since. 😞

[@fredsons]

That slo-mo you are doing is super nice.

[@CTmoog]

Thank you! =)

[@chaetophile]

I'm glad you are doing this. The 914 gets a lot of hate, but for me it is a subtle and elegant minimalist design. Watching you disassemble it shows some of the thoughtful engineering that went into it. I had no idea they had so much storage space!

[@CTmoog]

Yes they really are great cars. I think people are starting to rediscover them in a new way! Thank you! =)

[@michelecrown2426]

I can't imagine the thrill you must have felt when that water logged engine fired up :)

[@CTmoog]

It was pretty cool! =)

[@wolfgangschmidtke8023]

Hallo und danke für die Info und tschüss aus Düsseldorf Germany super VW 914 ❤ 🇺🇸🇺🇸👍👍🇩🇪

[@CTmoog]

Thank you! =)

[@A356REP]

This video has me smiling. You pure enjoyment when that thing starts and your giggling would be something I would do. LOVE IT

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Awesome CT!! I’m sure you were excited when it fired up!!! 💪🏻✌🏻

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Slade! Yes it was awesome! Thank you! 👍 =)

[@davidmspinelli8951]

All that I can say is WOW! That was amazing to hear and see and yeah, you were HILARIOUS!

[@CTmoog]

HAHA! Thanks man! =) It was a lot of fun!

[@chrisdriver5500]

Hey CT, greetings from the UK! I love seeing old VW's being resurrected. Testament to the engineering, that even after being waterlogged, it still runs.

[@vwcoco]

Hi I’ve 28 Vw aircools in U.K. lol

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Chris! =)Yes, it's pretty amazing!

[@russelblackwell6041]

blocked idle jets the webbers are great Carby's congrats i can see your happiness CT well done

[@CTmoog]

yes it needs a good cleaning. Thank you! =)

[@taketheredpill1452]

Love it!. I'm learning so much. This is like a dream come true, to watch someone who understands all of this walking through each step. Can't wait for more.

[@adamchaifetz5876]

I own my third 914 now, 1975 1.8L. Thank you for saving this car, enjoy!

[@stevenreecy6612]

This video took some of the mystery out of 914s for me. As a long time Bug guy, I was a little intimidated by the 914 but your video series does a great job of showing what’s under the sheet metal.

[@macstone9719]

And more of my favorite. You made my sunday! Thank you CT 😀

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Mac! =)

[@TC-Henry]

I'm amazed it started! You cracked me up so many times in this one CT! You're just like a kid with a new toy having so much fun 😂

[@CTmoog]

Hey TC! I still can't believe it started! It's crazy. Having fun and learning is was it's all about my friend! Thanks buddy!

[@GpunktHartman]

You really test it with that "Crema" ...R.I.P. 😢 what a shame! It hurt me as a german mechanic ... who ever did the same, first change the oil... you can use "used" Black oil to rinse the engine... but this is not funny 😢 and far from the right way! Unbelievable stupid😮

[@thomasweatherford5125]

Check compression - might just need a head job, engine seals, and carb rebuild who knows. Sounds pretty healthy from my POV. Great stuff! 👍🏽

[@CTmoog]

👍😎👍

[@dpose6525]

aww man, I was enjoying the 65 Beetle build...

[@CTmoog]

Well there's like 40 plus videos you can watch again...=) Its near completion. More videos on the beetle in a couple weeks. It's hot as hell here and I'm trying to do stuff from my house and stay cool. Stay tuned! =)

[@hasslefree3527]

It's not Sunday without CT's upload!

[@CTmoog]

Thanks my friend! =)

[@Tmrfe0962]

Just completed this exact job. Tore down a 75’ 1.8 had a blast doing it…and she now runs like a champ. Good luck, can’t wait to see your process. I was gonna record it, a lot more work then it seems…thanks for going through the trouble.

[@cybersurfer2010]

Boys will be boys… Running pretty sweet!

[@CTmoog]

Yes, it was fun! not too bad considering...

[@christophermarx344]

Congratulations CT! Really happy for you, good start to bringing this one back, look forward to seeing more.

[@CTmoog]

Thanks buddy 😎

[@GregsGarage]

Time for VW Darrin to work his magic!

[@CTmoog]

oh yeah! =) Can't wait to see your restoration series Greg! It's going to be awesome!

[@GregsGarage]

@@CTmoog Thanks CT! I'm already banging away at the parts I brought back to Colorado!!! We are going to be Ghia Twinkies AND Porsche Twinkies!

[@CTmoog]

@@GregsGarage I just watched the video! Wow that is one sweet project. I want to do a 356 one day hopefully! I'm sure this will be a great guid to follow.

[@GregsGarage]

@@CTmoog It's going to be a TON of work, but it will be worth every drop of sweat!

[@remcotissink]

Haha, you forgot to drain the exhaust when you dropped the engine ! You have a funny way of mixing the red and black cables...

[@CTmoog]

Yes, it was bit crazy! Thank you! =)

[@IanKarr]

Always nice to see another 914 resurrected!

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Ian! I appreciate that man! I've watched a bunch of your videos and will again during this restoration. Thank you! 😎😎😎

[@IanKarr]

@@CTmoog Thanks! I dig your channel as well. Great fun. Let’s do a 914 collab!

[@CTmoog]

@@IanKarr sounds like a plan!

[@dolf1010]

Wow , she is runnin ! 👍 I thought the engine is seized up , after this submarine period 😄 So great CT .

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Dolf!👍

[@jamiewalton23]

OMG CT loving the start procedure lols

[@machineethics]

A well-deserved win CT!

[@demRucks]

Excellent video. Its a testament to the old air cooled motors. They can take amazing amounts of abuse and neglect and still run. Looking forward to see how this build goes.

[@petebrown6952]

Bit of a shame you didn't put that bloody mini circlip back on the auto choke link, that would have saved an awful lot of "fiddling" about when this poor little engine was choking itself up! Good luck from UK, from another VW fiddler.

[@CTmoog]

dang I forgot about the clip....thanks for reminding me. That would have helped I bet! =)

[@dalemolnar2359]

lol That was a surprise!!!

[@CTmoog]

yes it was pretty cool!

[@cocosatula972]

Super cool start , more water , but ... start , this is what matters

[@CTmoog]

Thank you! 😎 it's a runner!

[@vwcoco]

Wow the water in that exhaust was crazy,good job getting it running. A few engine cleaner flushes then good as new . 👍

[@CTmoog]

That was super crazy 😛 thanks Andy!😎

[@carkingspot]

It’s a great feeling hearing the engine start for the first time…. even though it was full of water before that. It reminded me of when I bought my vw bug and got it to start after working on it for about a month. What a great feeling it is. Looking forward to seeing that motor rebuilt. Good luck!

[@Mikefngarage]

Man I would take it apart and do a ring and bearing overhaul and run it. probably just fine. clean up all the rust in there and reseal it. Probably all it needs.

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Mike!

[@hallealfunghi5915]

Well I guess those old german vw comercials were telling the truth: it runs and runs and runs and runs.... Congratulations 🎉👍

[@CTmoog]

Yes, they are pretty tuff! =) Thank you!

[@worthmor5146]

Looks like you have a nice rebuildable engine. Great!

[@CTmoog]

Thanks👍😎👍

[@waxingchandler3895]

That is amazing you got that engine to fire up! Great job.

[@CTmoog]

Thank you! =)

[@dbrailfan6641]

Stumbled on this channel and subscribed. Had a 1.8l 914 myself and loved it. Working on the engine was at times challenging due to the small access to the engine from above. Really enjoyed that you got it running. I noticed that the engine doesn’t look like original to it. To my knowledge there where the 1.7 fuel injected, the 1.8l with 2 Weber carburetors (I had that 1), the 2l 4 cylinder fuel injected and a 2l 6 cylinder fuel injected. And then the 8 cylinder flat engine build for Porsche himself. Looking forward to the rest of the rebuild. Robert

[@CTmoog]

Hey Robert! Thank you! 😎

[@kellychildress8554]

I love the projects, just wondering will we ever see the swamp dragon again? I would really love to see that truck complete ❤

[@CTmoog]

Yes, me too. Who knows...maybe some day! =)

[@michaelbrideau6713]

If build back better was a car restoration channel this is it.

[@rustybum2]

That was a highly entertaining video CT, we all know you are not a mechanic and do your best with what you have taught yourself, so ignore the thumbs downers, you're doing OK. Best regards from Ireland.

[@ineverhadthemoney7857]

outstanding //its a runner ,,

[@CTmoog]

Thank you! =)

[@peterbatterton9888]

Looks like u got yourself a water cooled porsche bro. Nice work, clean up the carb and bang it back in the car

[@CTmoog]

HAHA! need to take it all apart first and clean everything. =)

[@gabrielrionegro6645]

Solo los que amamos los fierros savemos lo que se siente arrancar un motor abandonado👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻💪💪👏👏👏

[@CTmoog]

Thank you my friend! =)

[@andrewgrace4410]

Amazing start up, looking forward to the rebuild 😊

[@CTmoog]

Thanks man! 👍

[@danwoodliff7287]

check compression 1 st . new valve covers 2nd. 3rd reinstall fill vcrsnkcase w diesel trans fluid sea foam mix. set 3 4 days drain thoroughly fill crank with oil and seafoam bring to temp shut off cycle 2 or 3 times. drain again with fresh oil clean build carburetor if compression is good you are good to go

[@CTmoog]

good tips! Thank you! =)

[@Mikefngarage]

I dont think you need to put that much marvel in the cylinders. couple table spoons usually does it.

[@Cool5380]

That is a lot of rust a huge amount of rust! I guess after doing all that work on it its a keeper for life lol Good luck!

[@CTmoog]

Yes, it's going to be a ton of work! Thank you! =)

[@TimsWorkshopTJY]

Wow CT, I agree that one was a surprise. being submerged in water actually acts like a water lubricant for a while. It's when you remove the water that everything goes south. You got lucky on this one. will see what the inside looks like when you get to it. Darrin will know for sure if it's restorable. you will get your money back for whatever you put into it anyway if it is.

[@josellavata1279]

Hola, greetings from Spain! I admire your work,

[@CTmoog]

Thank you! =)

[@MichaelMcFearin]

I can’t believe it still ran and the fact it didn’t sound horrible. Yet the fact that it ran I think it is very warn out with loose tolerances now that allowed things to move internally.

[@CTmoog]

Yes, it is worn out...might be original inside. I'm going to open the case in the next day or so to see how it looks. stay tuned =)

[@housepumpinpc3983]

I like testing engines when I get them. Got a few running. Some didn't have good compression, so no start. I will tell you this, don't play with that ignition too much. I found out why my car didn't run. Pertronix ignition #1 is electronic. I got rid of the points and condenser. But if you leave power on it too long without starting it, you can burn out the electronics on the module(?). That progressive carb is the worst crap you could put on those engines. Too long of runners. Go with dual carbs or back to fuel injection. Original or new stuff. That 1.7/1.8/2.0 is probably running too lean. I'm glad you got it started. Peace CT.

[@CTmoog]

Thank you! =)

[@AndrewHCann]

Excellent video CT :) also save this Water Log motor and yes amazing how start also exhaust had lots water too ! Also got running VW motor and transmission to go in soon!

[@CTmoog]

Thanks buddy! Yes, I was shocked and amazed!

[@malekodesouza7255]

Shows how “resilient” those AC VW engines are…😂

[@CTmoog]

yes! HAHA! =)

[@Patshes]

Sounds like the carb is drawing air through the gaskets.A rebuild will be good.

[@CTmoog]

Yes, I think you are correct. It needs a rebuild for sure! =)

[@larryoren5928]

I wouldn't go too much further. I'd go ahead and do a rebuild on the motor and Trans since it did fire up. Do a simple rebuild and put back together, just for peace of mind.

[@CTmoog]

Good idea Larry! =)

[@ToyotatechDK]

What made you want to start an engine n that condition at first?

[@richardhill4862]

Good video sir!

[@CTmoog]

Thanks man!

[@836dmar]

Wow. Who’d a thunk it?! Nice work!

[@GettingNervous]

8:17 Compression test: passed 😂

[@CTmoog]

HAHA! =)

[@nadenolam8368]

Guess my patients can wait a couple of minutes, gotta watch CT.

[@CTmoog]

awesome! Thank you! =)

[@gordonmccool2819]

If you need 28 and you feeler gauge only goes to 25. Just put the 13 and 15 together.

[@CTmoog]

Good idea! Thank you! =)

[@rogerthoumy1487]

Please go back to the Beetle, you can take care of other cars later. We’ve been waiting for so long!

[@CTmoog]

patience is a virtue =) stay tuned!

[@philipsdefreville6138]

Excellent video CT! Looking forward to washing the body.

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Phil! =)

[@anthonywright774]

This heat is a killer, pace yourself and drink electrolytes stay safe.

[@CTmoog]

Yes, it's no joke....Its pretty bad.....Thanks man!

[@alanbstard4]

great stuff. Soak the parts in petrol. Old method but works with a bit of wire brushing too

[@CTmoog]

Good tip thank you!

[@higamitakaro]

25:30 can you tell us more about that little mechanic 🦎 buddy?

[@d-anger-noodle]

When it fired up, you looked like you soiled yourself 😂

[@franciscojosepellegrino2553]

The first start is a vulcano eruption !!!!!! hehehehe

[@CTmoog]

HAHA! Thank you! =)

[@martinhogan5970]

Catching this late. That was some pretty good compression🤣🤣

[@kevindiggs9261]

Sounds wonderful; keep going! 🤩😉👀👀🙈🙉🙊

[@powermeower]

Oh... so wellknown situation... Have made sooo may engines from totally junk to beauty. And Yours are not a worst case... Respect anyway !!!

[@darkfactory8082]

Cool start, but avoid standing in a place when things are aiming at you, when you experiment something. 😏 It's worts the effort. I bet there cylinders are corroded, maybe not extremely, but also depends how long it was since submerged. Try cracking the gead loose, should be interesting. Tomorrow, if everything goes to plan, I will start some repairs on my "boxy", only minor things for now, anyway once you open Pandora's box things escalate extremely fast. Keep on.

[@bjorn2290]

The worlds best carb from Italy Weber or Dellorto

[@CTmoog]

Yes, they are very well made carbs!😎

[@earlt_vw]

It’s a runner!

[@CTmoog]

😁

[@francoisbouchard602]

Good.job😄👍👍👏👏engine.cool👍

[@CTmoog]

Thank you! 👍 =)

[@Atomshamradio]

CT it looked like a speed boat motor when it blew out that water out the exhaust lol😅

[@Atomshamradio]

German engineering that it🤔

[@CTmoog]

HAHA! Yes it did!

[@teleosus1]

Wow, have to watch this. I was pretty sure you were goingbto have to replace all the wiring because of internal corrosion. I'm guessing it's fortunate this engine has had a carburetor conversion.

[@richardm.gramling1772]

Swamp Monster 4 CT. 1

[@CTmoog]

😂👍😎

[@bee1r1]

Before you fired up this engine there was much chance to have better crankshaft condition, after you've started it - oil mixed up with a water that was still in the block and you've made a fatality for it =) But anyway - it doesn't matter if you will rebuild it then

[@CTmoog]

yes, we are going to do a complete rebuild. My good friend VWDarrin will take a close look at the crake and polish if needed. WE also have another crake available if needed. Stay tuned! Thank you! =)

[@adrianlala5044]

Lol you knew that would spit you right in the face I gues you haven't learned you lesson yet. Good show though . It cool to see something that old 😅

[@CTmoog]

HAHA! Thanks man! 👍

[@deancartwright9784]

Have you heard of Kano Labs products? I have been using there stuff for 40yrs. What I still use all the time is the Kroil spray. I replaced WD40 to start with and then the other Kroil products. They really work like I always wanted WD to do.

[@CTmoog]

no, I will check them out. Thanks man! =)

[@ricardolopezgutierrez1989]

Saludos de Mexico CT

[@CTmoog]

Thank you! =)

[@julianroberts7116]

Hello again mate - it's so great to see your success! I think this might be my favourite from all your videos, I had 3 laugh out loud moments. Brilliant. Would I be right in guessing the transmission is in gear? When you run the engine, the sides of the tranny, where the driveshafts go to the rear wheels, both spin around. I look forward to you dismantling the engine and cleaning more of it out. Have a good day fella. All the best.x

[@robertwilliams1147]

Great vid good fun to watch amazed like you the mess the running engine maybe try a 2 litre 2 point oh lol.

[@CTmoog]

Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it. It was fun! =)

[@mr.thousand5280]

Зачем надо было пытаться запустить мотор, который столько времени простоял с водой? Чтобы сломать то, что ещё не сломано?

[@bigbuck1318]

Looks like it doesn’t need much work. Looks like all you have to do is clean it up, paint it and reinstall it from my pov.

[@carlsitler9071]

I owned a 914 in the '90s. Great handling (torsion bar suspension) and weak 4 banger with fuel injectuon. Rinky dink engineering - pulleys and cables everywhere. I much prefered my 1981 280 ZX.

[@CTmoog]

The 914 was designed to be an entry level basic sports cars for Porsche & Volkswagen. The Nissan 280 ZX are really cool cars. You can't really compare the two as the ZX was Nissan's flagship sports car. You would have to compare it to the Porsche 911 and there is no comparison there... =)

[@crippledbeast_U-toob]

What does the transmission being full of water have to do with the engine running?

[@CTmoog]

the transmission and the engine were both filled with water in a flood last year. The water has been sitting in both for over a year.

[@crippledbeast_U-toob]

@@CTmoog oh, damn, good job, I built VWs for many years, finally got burned out on them. Still have one that needs to be restored now.

[@AintScaredGarage]

When are you going to get back to the Swamp Dragon

[@helgedell]

Most common phrase in the neighbourhood: What is he up to now? :p Would be interesting if you could sit down, make a video and show clips/photos about your projects and outcome. What happened to them, what cost vs income did you have on them etc. Got a feeling you lost loads of money on Rusty, the three other ones you sold. Hope I am wrong.

[@TheStig1961]

Hello, For how long time the car was in the water? Regards Stig Österberg from Dalsbruk in Finland.

[@CTmoog]

The car was completely submerged for a couple days last year during the hurricane in Orlando. The water has been sitting in the engine and transmission for over a year.

[@kevincoones4368]

Hi Ct Are you going to remove every bit of rust from. the engine?

[@CTmoog]

yes! =)

[@kevincoones4368]

@@CTmoog Fanastic

[@bobmcelvogue8133]

I hope your case is good. Be a shame if it’s cracked. 🤞

[@CTmoog]

yes, we will find out soon. Thank you! =)

[@My75914]

Sounds ok. have you check the compression each cylinder?

[@laurindobarbosa3470]

👍👍🇧🇷A hug from Léo upholstery all the best congratulations on the top job

[@brianelliott9101]

Can we just get back to the Volkswagen? I wanted to see how you rebuilt the doors. Whenever the situation gets tuff you move on to something else. First it was Rusty and then the swamp dragon. Stick to one project.

[@CTmoog]

This is a Volkswagen! =) It's smooth sailing on the 65 beetle. The tuff part is all the stuff I did for the last year! Did you watch the series? Like around 50 episodes? =) Thanks for sticking around. The doors will be repaired soon.

[@kevincoones4368]

Hi Ct That engine is some tough. To be able to start. After being underwater for a year

[@mickg6480]

I can't believe it started...and ran! As far as miracles go, it's pretty insignificant; but a miracle nonetheless. Was it submerged in salt water to boot? If so, that boosts the miracle factor up.😂

[@CTmoog]

no salt water that I know of. Thank you! =)