Porsche 914 Fiberglass Bumper Pads 
for 1970 to 1974 Model Years

Background Information:

Issues with the original factory bumper pads which these parts seek to correct:

·	The original rubber bumper pad did not have very good dimensional stability, even when new from the factory as the rubber appears to have underwent noticeable shrinkage during cure.  
·	Although its solution for the 70' - 74' bumper was clever for its day, original parts have seen the effects of 30 or more  years of aging and deterioration.  The original bumper pads deteriorate under the sun's ultra-violet light, causing shrinkage, waviness, and cracking.  Sometimes moisture ingress would cause corrosion of the imbedded mount bolts, which would swell and distort the surrounding rubber.  
·	Both the front and rear rubber pads form prominent, highly visible upper body surfaces on the 914 which are a significant part of its styling.  In the case of the front of the 914, the rubber bumper pad actually completes the nose profile of the car.  One of the distinctive design features of Porsches is their sleek, sloping nose profiles.  A poorly formed surface in this high attention area often left a bad impression of the 914.
·	Costly to replace: The original OEM replacement parts are costly (up to $310 for originals).  This is a lot to pay for a part that would be vulnerable to deterioration like the original part.   

Features of the fiberglass replacement bumper pads:

·	For 1970 to 1974 Porsche 914s and 914-6s, and later 914s that were retrofitted to the 70-74 bumpers.
·	Molded out of hand-laid fiberglass matt.
·	They are a bolt-on replacement, requiring no modifications to the car.
·	Molded in black gelcoat, with a coat of matt black primer.  Although some racers use such parts as-is, most customers 	will perform normal finishing (i.e., sand, primer, and paint).  Can be colored matt black or painted body color for a 	more modern, monochromatic look.
•		Includes specially molded mounting features with threaded, insert-molded fasteners and stainless steel bolts.  Fastener 	material chosen for strength and corrossion resistance.
·	Costs much less than original replacement parts.
·	Superior surface smoothness and dimensional stability compared to original parts.
·	Fiberglass is much more resistant to moisture, corrosion, and the sun's ultraviolet light compared to the original pads.
·	Together, both parts weigh about 4 pounds less than the original bumper pads.	
·	Impact Protection:  The original 70'-74' bumper pads pre-dated government 5mph bumper standards.  They could 	withstand minor (2.5mph) bumps in a parking lot without damage.  Our product would be expected to fair as well as 	the 914-6 GT and 916 one-piece molded fiberglass facias for the front and rear, which might receive minor cracks 	from low speed parking lot impacts, but are repairable.  	
•		Examples of these parts have been running around on 914s since 1996, or 8 years at time of writing, without any 	durability problems.
•		Hand-made in the U.S.A. 

Installation:

Installation is similar to that of the factory parts, so only differences need explanation.  Instead of embedded mount bolts which protrude from the bottom of the original parts, the fiberglass parts have knurled threaded inserts which are insert molded into the mount points on the bumper pads.  A significant part of the challenge and cost in developing and producing these parts was in the method of the means of attachment.  Bolts and washers are made from stainless steel for corrosion resistance.  Screws for installing license plate lenses are also provided and made of stainless steel.        

Ordering Information:

For mail orders, please hardcopy and fill out the order form below.  

Cash:  Do not send cash as we cannot be responsible for loss during mailing.

Check:  In U.S. fund drawn on a U.S. bank made payable to Carl Rudolph Company.  Allow extra time for clearance before order processing.  

Money Order or Cashier's Check:  In U.S. funds drawn on a U.S. bank made payable to Carl Rudolph Company.   

I presently don't have an account with Pay-Pal, but I am willing to can set up an account if a customer is more comfortable making a purchase this way.

Delivery:

Most orders are shipped via UPS Oversize.  Furnish a complete street address.  UPS cannot deliver to a P.O. or A.P.O. Box.  USPS will deliver to P.O. and A.P.O. boxes, contingent upon weight restriction.  If a package is not deliverable, it will be returned to the mailer.  When ordering, inquire about UPS charges by e-mail at cmorganti@peoplepc.com.  For the most efficient service, please include your fax number or E-mail address.  

Prices:  

Front fiberglass bumper pad:  $169
Rear fiberglass bumper pad: $169   

Prices are subject to change.  However, customer would be advised of any price increase before proceeding with your order.  

Damaged Merchandise:   Claims for damage during shipment must be made by customer to the delivering carrier within 3 days.  I cannot initiate claims for you. 

Warranty:  

One year warranty against defects in materials, workmanship, and fit:

Parts are warranteed for one year against defects in workmanship, materials, and fit for normal road use (racing not included).   Claims are started by calling us for a parts return authorization.  Properly pack, insure and ship your return by ground prepaid, including a copy of our invoice for proof of date of purchase.  The Carl Rudolph Company's sole obligation under our warranty shall be repair, replacement or refund.  Carl Rudolph Co. will not be responsible or liable for labor, or incidental or consequential damage of any kind.  In no event shall our liability exceed the cost of the goods.  Terms and conditions of this guarantee are in effect from April 1992.

Please Note:  No affiliation, or connection with, or sponsorship or approval by the Porsche organization is intended.

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Mail order to:
Carl Rudolph Company
33743 Lyncroft
Farmington Hills, MI 48331

e-mail: cmorganti@peoplepc.com