Will It Run Better? Type 4 VW Engine | Porsche 914 Restoration

Will It Run Better? Can a $100 carburetor get the Porsche 914 Type 4 VW Engine to run better? Check it out!

[@510six]

I learned to work on carbs playing with Weber DGV's. Had them on several Datsun 510's and a 67 VW van .Brings back memories.

[@handle690]

The reliability of these old VW engines is impressive. I wish I could buy a new VW with this much soul and reliability!

[@CTmoog]

Yes, they really are pretty tough! =)

[@GettingNervous]

The engine number is for a 2.0l from 1976 for the US/Californian market. The chassis no. must begin with 476 (the 76 is for the year). The transmission no. must be HA 05 08 5.

[@CTmoog]

Thanks man! I will check the chassis and trans this week to confirm. I believe it's all original.

[@deebee3901]

Brilliant work mate - loving this series! Can't believe the old, rusty engine ran so smooth with the $100 carb.

[@CTmoog]

Thanks man! I was shocked! More to come on this one! =)

[@tphvictims5101]

Amazing work.

[@gremlin60]

never seen an engine that looks like that. love the sound of it

[@Patshes]

Glad for you the motor is running ok!🆒😎👍!

[@CTmoog]

Thanks 👍

[@charlesgraham9954]

anyone bringing back an air cooled engine is a great man. your video made me smile, keep them coming. i personally feel a VW engine runs smoother with dual carbs. from the ability to tune them. each to their own zero hate here.

[@GregsGarage]

The tin put up a good fight! I think even on a car that hadn't been flooded it would fight. I can't imagine how the flood made those fasteners grab. The engine sounds much more calm now! I'll be interested to see what's inside the case when you get it cracked open. Hopefully you can get it reconditioned and reassembled soon.

[@Mikefngarage]

cant believe the inside of the case is not that bad with all that water in there.

[@CTmoog]

Yes, this is the fourth type 4 I've taking apart. Darrin rebuild the first one a 1.7 and he has a 2.0 I took apart last year so we have plenty of parts to work with. I'm in the process of ordering new heads, pistons & cylinders, cam, lifters, etc....for the 2.0 build. Should be pretty sweet! =) Thanks Greg!

[@williampropp1290]

What airport are you near?

[@wolfgangschmidtke8023]

Hallo und danke für deine Einladung und der 914 läuft wieder gut und tschüss aus Düsseldorf Germany 👍👍🇩🇪🇺🇸🤵🏻

[@CTmoog]

Thank you! =)

[@zetor2K]

For cleaning the engine block parts, try to find a soda blasting company near you. Soda blasting cleans all dirts from this engine. As the mud leftovers as the burnt motor oil. After that you can paint the block. It does not hurt any surface, and if there is any residue it can be clean with water / oil. Soda is dissolving in water / oil.

[@ATOMSHAMRADIO]

CT thats amazing you saved that engine. VW daren tear it down now you have another good running engine CT iam blown away when you put the new carb on it idled 😮dangg CT, take care buddy✌

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Atom! 👍

[@ATOMSHAMRADIO]

You got it man take care 😎

[@cocosatula972]

Welcome , I'm glad that another video, I can't wait to see , good job :)

[@richardhill4862]

Might consider bag and tag some of it, save you a little time at the end. Nice to see progress on it.

[@CTmoog]

Good idea! =)

[@malekodesouza7255]

Definitely. Lots of different sized bags & a sharpie.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Great work as usual CT! I admire your patience

[@CTmoog]

thanks man! =)

[@tphvictims5101]

I noticed that you had a little oil in the water 😂👍🏻 Great video. I’ve watched other videos of yours.

[@CTmoog]

HAHA! =) Thank you! =)

[@losebjughashvili8465]

That looks like it’s in really good shape for how much water was in it. I can tell you have a love for aircooled….very nice job sir.

[@malekodesouza7255]

Complete tear down, rebuild etc is obviously needed. Love the toughness of these simple engines. I’d probably rebuild the trans too.🤷🏻

[@CTmoog]

Yes, the complete rebuild will start soon. Thank you! =)

[@davedarling4316]

A few things-- The engine serial number starts with GC. That means this is a 75-76 2-liter motor. (Which was obvious from the air injection and the spark plug location.) The numbers after that are merely a sequential number within the GC series. A number that low is probably from a 1975, though it could be later. The red wire that was with the ignition wiring stuff was for the Auxiliary Air Regulator, a sort of fast-idle valve. This wire provided power to the AAR while the fuel pump was running. The CHT wire won't run most gauges. The sensor is a thermistor, not a thermocouple like most CHT gauges use. All 914s (except the AN-code European-spec 1.8s) ran fuel injection. The single-carb setup is generally regarded as the worst possible way to get air and fuel into the engine. You have already noticed its only positive qualities: It mostly works, and it's dirt cheap.

[@dbrailfan6641]

Wish I lived close by to help. Loved to wrench on air cooled vw’s since that was all I was driving for many years. 👍Hearing that engine run brought back a lot of memories.

[@Mad-Duk_Machine_Werkes]

So, on that carb base gasket, I would have smeared a light coat of grease on both sides of that dry gasket, it will help it come apart if you ever remove the carb in the future without tearing and sticking to one side or the other, AND- more importantly it will make the gasket swell up slightly and fill in and seal to slight scratches or dings in either side of whats being sealed (carb and manifold) The Coil wires should be Battery Positive on one side, and the other side is the trigger (points) and the tach wire? Right?

[@CTmoog]

good tip on the gasket. thank you!

[@jmsdwh]

"Yeah, I don't know if I want to do that anymore...." 😂

[@CTmoog]

HAHA! =)

[@bjorn2290]

Nice ! its allways nice to follow you thanks from Björn

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Bjorn! =)

[@Mikefngarage]

Honestly I would just keep the pistons and liners in order. replace the rings, Remove the crank clean it and put bearings in there. Check the line bore They are usually fine on the type 4s. Probably a ring and bearing rebuild and some head work and it is probably good to go.

[@JF-4444]

Nice work, love the channel! 914s are so much fun to drive. Not fast, just fun.

[@CTmoog]

Thank you! I'm excited to get this on back on the road. =)

[@JF-4444]

@@CTmoog I find they are fun to drive just going 35 mph on a twisty road. You really hear and feel the road in these cars. The steering is so responsive. You can have fun pushing the engine and steering and not attract unwanted attention.

[@deathklock333]

I'm amazed at how much the tin work and heater tubes are still in tack and that the engine still ran.

[@CTmoog]

Yes, it is pretty wild! =)

[@SanDiego_VDubLife]

That oil cooler is still good. Just clean it with degreaser. Maybe pressure wash it and it’s good to go.

[@jonathanwoods9843]

That's what I was about to say. It was holding oil pressure just fine.

[@CTmoog]

yes we might do that...but $100 for a new one...I might sleep better at night

[@gregmatula9749]

​@@CTmoogI've heard rumors that the new aftermarket ones aren't made as well as the old original ones. I would love to clean mine out, One day maybe.

[@anibalbabilonia1867]

Wow! She still sounded good for needing all that kind of work! Yikes! You got your hands full with that one! But I’m pretty sure you’ll do a great job! Looking forward to seeing more!👌😎👍 Sorry I’m late to the party! I’ve been pretty busy lately!

[@914Rubber]

Nice work, CT!

[@CTmoog]

Thanks guys! More updates coming soon.

[@davidhucks9216]

Good job least you know you have something worth working with.

[@CTmoog]

Thank you! Yes, it has good parts for sure! =)

[@toddjohnston4788]

Rats nests have probably ruined many engines, really enjoying and looking forward to the series 😊

[@CTmoog]

yes, they have! Thank you! =)

[@HubertusSchaper]

Hi CT, Wow there you had some struggles with the Transmission but managed anyway Well done, The engine was running nicely after the installment of the new Carb. Wish you well and patience with the rebuilding of this one👍🏻🍀🛠🇺🇸.Greetings.Hubertus👍🏻🙏🏻🇳🇴🇳🇱☮🛠

[@CTmoog]

Yes, this one gave me a fight...Thanks Hubertus! 👍

[@TimsWorkshopTJY]

Hi CT, haven't watch all of this yet due to being busy so far today but the first part was awesome. That carb runs great and advance was better when you hooked up the hose. It is smoking tough so I think after you pull the covers to install new gaskets check the valve gaps. Cleaning the top end under the covers will definitely help it run cooler. I used an external oil filter system in the 70's on my bug and helped it run cooler plus could change the filer easy being it was up in the engine bay

[@crtupper]

Back in 1979, I had a new clutch/pressure plate installed in my original 914. The shop doing the job had the same problem de-mating the gearbox from the engine case. I think it was a corrosion issue ... my car spent about 5 years in New Hampshire and Long Island winter roads...

[@CTmoog]

Yes, I guess in those conditions it can get pretty rusty. What part of New Hampshire?

[@Driftingkalamari]

Such impressive videos! Very fun to follow along

[@CTmoog]

Thank you! =)

[@alexnute9818]

This project is great so far

[@CTmoog]

Thank you! =)

[@jimr513666]

Great video! I'd like to see your method for keeping all the small parts organized for eventual reassembly. That's always challenging!

[@Eqwipman]

I thought plastic bags with notations.

[@philipsdefreville6138]

Great teardown CT! Really interesting to see the condition.

[@davegiller5303]

Keep on keeping on mate......

[@CTmoog]

Thanks buddy! =)

[@jimmykelly4138]

So glad I found your channel, you are amazing

[@CTmoog]

WOW! =) Thank you so much!

[@mikelove9832]

Thanks Straight Ahead ✌😎

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Mike! =)

[@raymiehershey1430]

Run and change oil, needs valves adjusted but sounds good. 2.0 is cool. Stuck in first? Now the rusty body and the front suspension is probably full of water. Exhaust is shot.

[@CTmoog]

It's going to be a complete rebuild. Opening the case this week to take a closer look. Yes, water got into everything.

[@arsinoeivlostprincess4228]

I've never done this but alcohol will mix with water and if you fill up the block and dump it hopefully what is left will evap. . Like the carb. Motor appears to be in good shape. I'd check the bearings hone the cyl free the rings put all the gaskets back clean the cooler and go.

[@CTmoog]

Yes, that might work. It's going to need a couple flush for sure.

[@tunerrestorations]

Got that same carb in my Amazon cart for the 124. They are great for the price. Almost 1/4 the price of the one on autoricambi and Vicks auto.

[@CTmoog]

Yes man I was surprised. It's well built for the price.

[@alainhenry1729]

You should spray all fasteners with a good deruster some hours before any removal

[@CTmoog]

Yes, I was going to that and forgot....it would be a good idea. =)

[@Pez3477]

I love the 914

[@CTmoog]

Thank you! =)

[@tunerrestorations]

Those oil leaks saved that oil cooler seal don’t know why things would be that stuck. The outside was very well lubricated!!!

[@CTmoog]

HAHA! Yes, it was.

[@realmccoy7503]

nice video love these resto projects nice engine , bizar it just started up.......

[@CTmoog]

Thank you! Yes, I'm still amazed that it ran at all... pretty crazy! =)

[@cheftush]

Enjoying the tear down CT.

[@chrisrhodes5464]

New intake boots a valve adjustment and new valve cover gaskets should make it even better

[@gorporpio]

No head gasket. Compensate for compression ratio with cylinder base shims. You'll need to figure that out. Tighten the head nuts until the studs twist, no torque wrench needed. It'll never leak.

[@cattlerepairmancattlerepai9414]

Engine code GC 1975-1976 2.0L (7.6:1 compression, D-Jetronic, N. America)

[@CTmoog]

awesome! Thank you!

[@gregmatula9749]

That's the engine that got me to work this morning I wish it had more compression.

[@stefangunther8594]

That's strange, here in Europe the 1.7 and 2.0 had fuel injection and the 1.8, which I had, had two single carbs, I think 34's. I would go dual carb on this, it'll run sooo much better..

[@CTmoog]

This one was originally fuel injection from the factory. Looks like it was rebuilt it at some point and converted to a single carb. Yes, I like the idea of two carbs. We are going to start the rebuild in a couple weeks.

[@stefangunther8594]

@@CTmoog if you want good power, go with a Weber 44 IDF setup and loose the exhaust. With a better exhaust and the 4 carbs she'll crank out 150 - 160 hp easily.

[@tphvictims5101]

You intend to put that into a 914 ? It will run better than the original motor. 914’s were definitely cool 😎 cars. DEFINITELY 👍🏻

[@CTmoog]

That's the plan! =) Yes, they are really cool cars!

[@ken-mb3ks]

Good Job

[@CTmoog]

Thank you! =)

[@r.arabian3056]

I love these types of videos. But.. you don't know 914's. Plug in the voltage regulator to a box you are frying the alternator!!!! Have fun!!!

[@StevenRogers-hw9dj]

I had a 914 back in the '80s, and had to put a new throwout bearing in it. It wasn't fun.

[@TheStig1961]

Have you forget the "secret" finish code word when opening rusty bolts? Just say "PERKELE" 😂. Regards Stig Österberg from Dalsbruk in Finland.

[@CTmoog]

HAHA! I forgot about that!!! =)

[@jonathanwoods9843]

What I don't understand is how clean this car was for being completely submerged. I'm guessing it wasn't underwater for very long, like maybe a few days, and it must have been located in a normal parking place, like on a driveway or garage. I used to work at a detail shop. We had a car come in that had been partially submerged (caught near a stream in a flash flood) for a few hours and it looked like a riverbank in the engine compartment and front interior.

[@CTmoog]

it was in the last owners driveway. The live in a low lying area by a river and it flooded the entire yard up to 6' or so for a couple days. It sat for over a year after that so they may rushed it off a few times or the rain did.

[@robertcoulthard2746]

Mr CT I know a very good VW mechanic Mustie 1 regards Rob from Oz

[@CTmoog]

who? HAHA! )

[@brilog69]

Good thing you took it apart! It has a lot of VM parts on it. Did you get the parts for the 65?

[@CTmoog]

Yes, it's going to need a rebuild. Not yet, I have to order window glass. rubber, and some other items....Should have an update on the 65 beetle in a could weeks.

[@robertarthurs328]

Please do something unique, grab a Karman Ghia and the remaining 914 suspension and mount that stuff

[@franciscojosepellegrino2553]

CT, this is a very complicated package for only 1700 cc, it deserves a swap for a 6 cylinders. Best regards.

[@Raffuentes030999]

I got an engine and gear just like this. Is it possible to separate the gear from the engine without mayor issues? I like that flashlight, what kind is it? Thank you! Great video!

[@hanial-omari7269]

CT Nice job Tell me which website you got the carburetor from. Thanks

[@CTmoog]

Thanks man! amazon - look up 32/36 carbs

[@Mr10usdad]

Wow! Awesome job! What do I need to buy so I can start my engine outside of the car like this?

[@CTmoog]

Thank you! do you have a carb or fuel injection?

[@Mr10usdad]

@@CTmoog carb, thanks for responding

[@jasonobispo5921]

How do you test that setup with the manual transmission still attached? Do you have to do anything to the clutch cable? Only asking cause I might have to do the same for a VW bus cause I purchased the wrong size Zalex.

[@francoisbouchard602]

Good.job😄👍👍👏👏👏N ice job

[@CTmoog]

Thank you! 😃

[@Lecknye1961]

When you say we. Are you talking about the mouse in your pocket?

[@CTmoog]

yes! Like Ratatouille! =)

[@shaunmckay8550]

Hey CT how about using the headband for GoPro to have hand free options for the engine work.

[@CTmoog]

I've considered it but there is no way to monitor what is being filmed and the iPhone is much better. it would be nice ti have both hands free but I've been doing it so long now it's not really an issue and it has a more natural look and feel in the recording.

[@shaunmckay8550]

Hey CT what product are the best for cleaning up the rust on tools like Allen wrenches?

[@Bigbluevwvan]

Is this 914 fitted with a 5 speed gerabox?

[@CTmoog]

Yes, it's 5 speed mid engine design.

[@robertalshamma-oo3sh]

I love it CT! Reminds me of the ‘80s…

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Robert! =) The 80s were awesome!

[@macstone9719]

Does the carb make more or less power than the fuel injection? Injection had 100 HP in Germany.

[@CTmoog]

I think you can get more HP with properly tuned carbs, cam, lifters, exhaust, etc...but I could be wrong....

[@dolf1010]

Wow, she is running with the rust , mud and animal habitation init . 👍 New carburator is great 👍 Watin for the next step CT.

[@CTmoog]

Thanks my friend! =) 👍

[@russelblackwell6041]

Webers are great carbys that new one is a bargain

[@fishaussie9112]

🇦🇺time start another project again

[@CTmoog]

something fishy go on around here...=)

[@dmonat]

I'm wondering what the oil pressure is. Sounds like a diesel.

[@HedigardiCardoso]

Bom Dia Ótimo trabalho Deus Abençoe

[@alphonse191]

What happened with the 65 bug

[@CTmoog]

waiting for parts....

[@dudenamedclem]

YES!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉😊

[@luciahelenanena]

👍👍👍

[@dewder74]

You might want to replace the thermostat.

[@johnfalkenstine8377]

Single carb with the long manifold, not good. Go to dual carbs. Cam lobes on these engines tend to go.

[@Moto-Express]

What kind of carb? eBay or Amazon?

[@mikedx2706]

Hope you don't catch the hantavirus from all that old mouse crap in the engine

[@CTmoog]

I think I'm immune to it by now... Thank you! =)

[@SanDiego_VDubLife]

What happened to the bug?

[@CTmoog]

it's waiting for parts.....

[@gabrielrionegro6645]

Es un relog suizo❤💪💪👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👏👏👏👏

[@Desmodromic916]

I didnt know this was mid engine car!!!!!

[@CTmoog]

Yes, the 914s are mid engine! =)

[@Desmodromic916]

@@CTmoog Only way to go! Other are VW and Tatra. Pure Porsche is MID ENGINE!

[@raymondsioson5900]

What happened to the VW 1965?

[@CTmoog]

I still have it. Waiting on some parts. stay tuned! Thank you! =)

[@DavidMartinez-eq9pl]

what happend to the dragon

[@nfnumber1fan805]

Every so often I check to see if he revisited the Swamp Dragon. It’s been over a year. I was invested in him fixing it up, but he started on several other projects instead. How hard is it to pick something and follow through until the end?

[@CTmoog]

It went back into the swamp! maybe it will return someday... =)

[@glennw60]

Ct are you ever gonna finish something ? I can’t stay interested anymore all you do is start something then start something else!

[@CTmoog]

The 65 Beetle will be back on the road soon. waiting on some parts. Did you enjoy that series?

[@bigbuck1318]

Next time use a blowtorch to heat up stuck nuts and bolts

[@MrHeem94]

@17:16 Ripped one off?

[@matthewhawes382]

What ever became of the Swamp Donkey??

[@JF-4444]

Is your transmission in gear?

[@CTmoog]

No, it just turns a bit in neutral...not sure why...

[@JF-4444]

OK that is interesting.

[@BogartTamayo0324]

Heat the bolt

[@alainhenry1729]

Why don’t you give it a real cleaning before anything You would have a better idea of the engine condition

[@CTmoog]

because it would make a nasty mess all over my yard or driveway...but yes that would be a good idea if I was at the farm or had a big area I didn't care about grease going everywhere. They best I've found is take it all apart and clean the parts in a tub or parts cleaner. The tarp was a big help for the teardown process.

[@mechanics4all405]

why dont you clean it up like new

[@CTmoog]

That's the plan! =)

[@shawngoldsberry747]

You should try an impact screwdriver (non electric).

[@CTmoog]

good idea! =)

[@ygaillard38]

Pourquoi changer le nom je ne comprends pas

[@teflondonhks50caliberbarre72]

I don't understand why would you pull up a perfectly good engine?