Porsche 914 VW Type IV 2056 Engine Build Part 8 Finishing Touches, 123 Distributor, First Start? 

This is great. I literally watched every video. You explain it so well as to how each part works. Now I just need to find an original FI system for my bus so I get junk the carb set up!

Just a wonderful series of videos. Great work, Ian!

Awesome video! I got 2 scoops of motivation today to continue working in my 914; I learned that I work with someone who owns a 914 and getting to watch this video. Thank you. 😊

This has been a great series!iv a 914 engine i installed ina street rail rhat sees the woods off road sometimes,with tire and wheel change, anyhow, installed hydraulic lifters, sodium exhaust valves,removed all the injection, installed dualweber 40s, port matched everything,huge oil cooler remote filter,still a low mileage engine ,also did pertronix ignition,hand made the ignition wire set to handle lightning. reworked and gusseted bug trans,big flywheel and clutch.2seater,im right around 1800 lbs,runs crazy,goes as fast as you dare,runs out of engine at 90 mph5500 rpm. Ignition, distributor just clapped out, bearings failed 50 yesrs old,so im down. thanks for your efforts

Awesome! Your content keeps me motivated as I continue restoration on my 914. Thank you for your great videos, they have been extremely helpful!

Congrats on getting her fired up! 👍

This helps encouraging me along.......thank you Ian!

Good job Ian. The best thing to do before the first start up (or after a long rest period) is to crank the engine without spark plugs, in this manner all the bushings reach immediately the best lubrification without effort, without friction.

Great job! Need more sound bits of engine running and exhaust! Thanks for the video! Cant wait for driving footage!

Ian: Congrats on getting the car running! There is always something a person fails to connect or mis-connects on that first start up.

Cool, thanks for the resto plan that I will certainly use on my upcoming resto for my creamcicle!

I don't have a 914 yet. Been on my bucket list for years. I do have a few type 4 engine Vw buses. This motor build series was fantastic. Very detailed and very good video shots as well. Makes me want to upgrade my 2.0 into a more powerful engine. 😊

Another great milestone video. My first start day is fast approaching. Idf throttle bodies, megasquirt, wasted spark.conversion . your videos and your advice always top notch. Glad to see another 914 back on the road. Can't wait to see some driving vids....

Congratulations Ian! It’s a great feeling!

Brilliant Ian, that feeling when it's just spinning and no life isn't great but at least no crunching or knocking noises 😀 you probably helped the lube build up pressure before into life 👍 Looks great in the light

As always Ian you are a 914 rock star. Thanks for the great vids and always answering my questions . Rick

Thank you very much for sharing, thank you for the explanatory videos, I congratulate you for your passion for your dedication, thank you very much!!

Awesome Video and total series Ian. So happy it lit and it sounds awesome. I will say I was thirsty for the how to set up the 1,2,3 distributor, nobody really has a good video on that that I have seen for a type 4 or even a 6. I'm hooked to these!!!

Looking good man! 😎

Gr8 job, Ian. Wished my project ('HOWARD') was moving forward - hey, that rhymed - lol

Yes it will start.

Great RU-vid channel . Congratulations on restoring your 914 . The 914 engine is it similar to the VW type 2 bay bus ? I have a 1979 bay window bus with a 2.0 fuel injection engine with a automatic transmission. And is going to need rebuilt . Do you know if they are similar? And are the part compatibles ? Like the fuel injector & vacuum lines ?? Thanks for your time and great Chanel keep up the great work on RU-vid

Early versions of the fuel hose diagram may have had the inlet and outlet of the fuel pressure regulator swapped. If you follow the diagram and find your fuel pressure is in the stratosphere, that's one thing to double check.

Ian, I have enjoyed all your videos. I was curious if you were going to be posting a driving video with your thoughts on the performance of the car. I am in the process of tearing down my 2.0L and will be split the case tomorrow. I am considering the same modifications with an increase to 2257 and a mild WebCam 00472. I have not ordered those components yet until I have seen the condition of my internal components. Thank you again for all the great information. Steve

Only 5% of me thought it was going to explode!

Oh, I forgot to ask: The D-jet trigger point connector has three connections. You only show two for the 1-2-3 trigger point connection. How does that get hooked up to the wiring harness? Does a ground connection get added or some such?

Congrats! You should have had an old camera assistant on hand to make sure your footage was not lost LOL Cheers

You’ll find your valve covers easier to get out if you flip the valve cover bales over so the bumps on the bales don’t interfere with the valve covers during removal, once the heater boxes are installed.

Hi Ian, That's funny about your fuel pump miss wire, I did the same thing a couple weeks ago. My pump in my other car was very loud after I replaced it with a new Holly Weber pump and my car wouldn't start. Then I realized it was miss wired. Duh, I switched the +/- and it fired right up. By the way, how's the Bumble Bee car running? I'm doing the same thing you've been doing right now with another engine. I'm just starting to put together my engine after getting all the parts together and the tear down of the donor, it's a 1975 Type-4 2056 Build also. My case is a 1.8L, big bore 96mm pistons, 71mm stroke. Oh, mine has dual 40 Weber's, not Fuel Injection (The original engine had FI). Those 123 Distributors are kind of pricy. After a while, these engines can be a big money pit. I know you spared no expense for other items! :) As soon as I get my CAM from WEB-CAM (6 or more weeks to get it), I'm starting my build. They said I should get it just after July 4th. I need to go back and find your first video's to make sure I don't miss anything.

I really wanted to see you set the 123 showing the green led lit. Did you just see it lit or move the dist to fully see it

I’m subscribed but this is the first I’ve seen of your engine rebuild. Did you put a standard cam back in?

Thank you Ian. Had been waiting for this one. Congrats on the start-up! Question: With the 123 Ignition Distributor, does it require either vacuum line(s) that would have attached to the Vacuum Canister and attach to the Throttle Body? If so, which one or are there both? An explanation will help me and others I'm sure. Thanks!

Ian, I'm' sorry I missed you at the Northeast gathering, I was looking forward to seeing your car. What made you choose to stick with FI instead of going with carbs?

Hi Ian, I love your videos. I also have a 914 1.7L. I wish I had your technical know-how. What is the displacement and how much hp does from the rebuild?

Ian, Another great video! I noticed in the background your oil pressure sender and what looked like a hose from a grease gun. Ive heard some folks use the grease gun hoses to screw into the oil pressure idiot light port and reroute the oil pressure sender since it wont fit in the original hole in the tin. Is that what you did on this?

Ian are you a teacher,if not you should be ,as I can understand

Hello Ian. Circling back with a question or two or three regarding your use of the Tangerine Racing Oil Pressure Relief insert. Did you maintain using it? Any advice regarding how to ensure installing correctly? And lastly, how is it performing for you now that the engine is running? Thank you in advance!

Awesome!! I am still getting my body panels straightened out. Where did you obtain your widebody panels? Someone dented in every quarter panel somehow when they were moved the car with a forklift. Thank you for the video!!

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How has is held up after all the work? (I'm guessing it's in winter storage now). Did you ever total the $$ for this?

Hi Ian - ive been following your engine build while undertaking my own first build from a /72 1.7L 914.. Im finally getting close to the end - engine tin all mocked up and fitting well - but I've realised that most of the rubber/seals that go on the tin are missing, cracked, etc - and need to be replaced - everything, ideally - my challenges is knowing what is missing and where to source the parts. Everything from the small grommets on the tin, to the alternator rubbers/sealing ring, HTC grommets.. and anything else that I probably dont yet even know is missing. where would one go to get all those parts, have you any trusted suppliers?

Hi Ian.. thanks for you replies.. I have a really stupid question but how does one ensure the HT leads are correct / with firing order 1-4-3-2 but I’m unsure which is 1 on the distributor.. would it be correct to assume the rotor moves clockwise, so once 1 on the dizzy is known.. next lead should go to 4, then 3, then 2..? But which of the 4 options on the dizzy is 1’.. I m quite sure my engine is at TDC and the rotor is pointing to cylinder 1

'morning Ian. Did you use the stock Anti-Flashback device (inputs from the vent on each Cylinder Head) or eliminate this device?

I'm confused doesn't the MFI require the original distributor?

Where did you get the new injection harness?

Where can i get the engine stand type four adapter or yoke?

How much a transmission for that tule will cost

Relatively new to the 914 scene. Any recommendations for clubs or service in CT area?

Any updates?