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Posted by: Socalandy Nov 8 2009, 12:24 AM

Well I placed a few orders for the car and they are coming in

New set of grills


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Posted by: 914Sixer Nov 8 2009, 07:09 AM

Looking good !!!!

Posted by: rick 918-S Nov 8 2009, 08:33 AM

That car is going to be nice. I don't care what it looks like now. Did your wife ever warm up to it yet?

Posted by: Socalandy Nov 11 2009, 11:57 AM

more goodies



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Posted by: Socalandy Nov 11 2009, 11:59 AM

NOS euro's




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Posted by: Socalandy Nov 11 2009, 12:00 PM

And the tresure from what looks to be the last production run by porsche in 2000




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Posted by: Socalandy Nov 11 2009, 12:01 PM

And more to come!!!


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Posted by: Sleepin Nov 11 2009, 01:02 PM

OK....I need to stop drooling, Val is beginning to think I have issues!

Posted by: bigkensteele Nov 11 2009, 08:29 PM

A few years ago, PCA used to send out a coupon for $100 to use at any Porsche dealer. I think that you had to spend at least $300 or $500 to redeem it. I called up Brumos, thinking that they would probably have the best hoard of parts in the country. I picked up one of these, some wheel bearings, and a few other trinkets. I remember ordering about 4 ballcaps to go over the minimum. As I recall, I paid about $200 for the dash, and it hasn't been out of the box to this day. Of course, I have a few stories where I was on the oposite side of the ledger, but those aren't as fun to remember.

Nice scores.

Posted by: Socalandy Jan 2 2010, 05:30 PM

Mr postman delivers another find so I have all the NOS sail and window trim for her!!


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Posted by: campbellcj Jan 2 2010, 11:36 PM

Nice stuff! Finding - and affording - these kinds of parts for a complete & correct restoration gets tougher with each passing year. I've almost convinced myself that I won't undertake another early car build or resto largely for this reason.

Posted by: carr914 Jan 3 2010, 08:55 AM

I Love getting in Parts. It feels like everyday is Christmas.

But I have exactly what you need

Posted by: RobW Jan 3 2010, 09:22 AM

New parts are fun... wish they were mine!

Posted by: ChicagoPete Jan 3 2010, 11:12 AM

OK Now I am really envious. Where did you find the twin bulb euro turn signals in NOS???

Is that a NOS dash pad too, or just a recover?

Peter

Posted by: Socalandy Jan 3 2010, 11:40 AM

I found them here on World and the dash is NOS not recovered from Evilbay

Now who was it that sold the sail trim peices to me???

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 2 2010, 08:58 PM

I recieved my Certificate of Authenticity today and now know my engine case number!!!

Now for the needle in the hay stack hunt for it. Please keep your eyes peeled!!! Thanks


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Posted by: Cairo94507 Mar 2 2010, 09:16 PM

Wow! Those are some sweet parts. I particularly like the turn signals and the dash top. Of course I would love to have the windshield and sail panel trim pieces too. I forgot how nice the fog light grills look when new. Hell ... I love it all. Best wishes with the restoration.

Posted by: carr914 Mar 2 2010, 09:18 PM

If that is indeed the correct number. COA's for our cars are notorious for being incorrect.

My car # is 673, The COA said my engine # was supposed to be 6404418, but it is actually 6404444

T.C.

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 2 2010, 09:37 PM

Thats not what I want to hear. + or - 20

Posted by: T H O M A S Mar 3 2010, 12:21 AM

what,the older car has a newer #
#673=6404444
#970=6404411

Posted by: RobW Mar 3 2010, 07:24 AM

As Borat would say " NICE "...

Where did you get the sail panel trim? I may need a nicer set...

Posted by: carr914 Mar 3 2010, 07:35 AM

That's why I said the COA's are often incorrect. I ordered a COA (against my own advice) for #1724. It came in wrong on a bunch of things. I called and asked them to correct it. They said they could change a couple of things ( ie; the completion date, based on the Compliance sticker in the door jam), but couldn't change others. So I made a copy of the COA, then sent the original back for a full refund.

On the Carrera RS I had, the COA didn't even state it was a Carrera.

It is a nice piece of paper though, and I think you get a couple extra points in PCA Concours for having it.

T.C.

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 3 2010, 11:20 PM

I was asked to post pictures of what I have to work with. More when it gets moved into the garage. Time to get dirty



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Posted by: veltror Mar 4 2010, 06:33 AM

Do you want to swap , mine looks to be very similar to yours, right down to the missing rear wings....

Posted by: carr914 Mar 4 2010, 07:22 AM

Can I be the 1st to say " That'll Buff Out"

and Veltror, that looks a lot nicer than what you and I started with.

Go Socalandy Go

Posted by: Sleepin Mar 4 2010, 09:21 AM

If anyone has the patience to do it right, it will be Andy! It might take a super buffer, but it will be pristine when it is done!

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 7 2010, 11:27 PM

Some nice finds today at the Porsche swap meet!!

NOS front window trim, a very clean early rear bumper and to finish weak an engine cover stop.


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Posted by: Socalandy Mar 7 2010, 11:28 PM

the quest continues!!!!!!


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Posted by: markb Mar 8 2010, 05:03 PM

Nice finds!

Posted by: SirAndy Mar 8 2010, 05:10 PM

That car looks familiar!


I'm pretty sure i have seen this one a few years back ...
Andy

Posted by: FourBlades Mar 8 2010, 05:59 PM

Are you shooting for as many NOS parts as possible?

Car doesn't look like it has a rusty hell hole, what happened to the rear fenders
and trunk? Do you know the history of the car?

Good luck with it, I'd love a real six needing a resto.

John

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 8 2010, 10:30 PM

Andy.... If the car looks familar then maybe you know more details about it? like where is the original engine case

Yes, I plan on getting nothing but the best in the way of parts for this resto, Lots of pics and progress after the route 66 run This is the way the car was when the seller bought it. Glad I have inventory from part cars!!!

finding parts is a fun part of the journey. the hunt continues, tell me what you got that I might need!!!!!

Posted by: silver74insocal Mar 8 2010, 10:53 PM

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=911302
hi Andy,
not your numbers but right in your back yard. good luck and cant wait to see this thread!! Dave

Posted by: silver74insocal Mar 8 2010, 10:59 PM

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=928347
heres another..hope this helps Dave

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 8 2010, 11:21 PM

This is the hard part, Not knowing if the info is correct and it being hard to find

Posted by: McMark Mar 9 2010, 12:35 PM

Are you adding these parts to the http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?act=SF&s=&f=46?

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 9 2010, 12:47 PM

I can and will, I have alot of NOS parts with the P/N's on them. Maybe add some not aready listed!!! Thanks for telling me since I had'nt thunk of it

Posted by: McMark Mar 9 2010, 01:41 PM

THANK YOU!!! Lots of pictures would be best (back, underside, etc). The idea is that if someday we need to reproduce or repair something, we have a nice reference to get all the details as correct as possible.

Posted by: bcheney Mar 10 2010, 05:54 AM

I have 6404153

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 20 2010, 11:30 PM

Well the fun started today. Moved the car and started to gut it!!


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Posted by: Socalandy Mar 20 2010, 11:31 PM

clean off the spider webs......


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No Hell in this hole!!


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Posted by: Socalandy Mar 20 2010, 11:42 PM

Gor alot done today. A few more pics


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Still running on 2 donuts at 3 pm


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Posted by: 914Sixer Mar 21 2010, 05:38 PM

Overall, the car does not look that bad. Should be and interesting project.

Posted by: Sleepin Mar 21 2010, 05:46 PM

Looks better than I initially thought! Someone must have started the bodywork a few years ago huh? Will be nice to see the progress Andy!!!

Posted by: 1968Cayman Mar 21 2010, 09:22 PM

I was just thinking the same thing. The first photo I saw had it as a close runner-up for the "Rustiest 914" trophy but the closer you look the more salvagable it appears.

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 21 2010, 09:31 PM

I hope to remove all the front trunk items this week and see how thinngs look under the gas tank. A few of the wheels are older than the car


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Posted by: Socalandy Mar 22 2010, 04:25 PM

OK, Here are a few more pics that show some more problem areas

Just outside the battery tray area and some small holes on the leading passenger long


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Posted by: Socalandy Mar 22 2010, 04:28 PM

Drivers side jack point


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Posted by: Michael N Mar 22 2010, 04:38 PM

#0947=6404557

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 22 2010, 04:45 PM

clearly the numbers are screwed up. why the cars rolled off in numerical order and not the cases

Whats your born on date?? when I got the drivers side door open it had no door jam sticker

Posted by: T H O M A S Mar 24 2010, 01:12 PM

andy give me a call if you need the rotisserie

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 24 2010, 06:46 PM

I do and I will!!!

Thanks Thomas

Posted by: Eric_Shea Mar 25 2010, 09:08 AM

Sixes didn't come with sway bars... that one looks interesting. What is it?

Posted by: smg914 Mar 25 2010, 10:13 AM

Mine did. All the euro M471 sixes came with sway bars. You are right thought, I've never seen a original US six with factory installed sway bars (including the M471's that were originally imported to America).

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 25 2010, 06:55 PM

When I take it all apart I will get some photos and see if it looks like an add on. It does look like a stock sway bar like the one I installed on the -4

Posted by: sixnotfour Mar 25 2010, 08:23 PM

Thats an H&H sway bar.

Keep the photo's coming

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 27 2010, 06:14 PM

It must be because the guys in germany would not have installed like this. When you said it was a H&H swaybar I knew I smelled a RAT. Notice there was no backing plate used

Cleared out the front trunk and removed the windshield. This was all removed before at some point only to spray this textured coating thats coming off in huge flakes. it was the same stuff they used on the floor boards.


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Posted by: Eric_Shea Mar 27 2010, 06:17 PM

Ut ohhhhhhhhhhhh... Hine's is gonna love this project.

Jeff! Oh Jeeeeeeeff!! Hurry... come look. Before dinner!

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Posted by: Eric_Shea Mar 27 2010, 06:22 PM

Is that where the factory mounted the washer pump?

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Posted by: Socalandy Mar 27 2010, 06:25 PM

You guys tell me but Im thinking so

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Posted by: Eric_Shea Mar 27 2010, 06:28 PM

I don't recall from my six. I'll let other weigh in.

I'm going to put a pump in and Glenn is going to sell me one of the -6 washer fluid tanks he's hoarding (actually he sniped it out from under my nose and I'm fairly certain he feels guilty about it)

Just curious...

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 27 2010, 06:30 PM

they even painted over the VIN plate. Its looking pretty solid with mostly suface rust. Yes I'm poking it hard to test the rusty areas


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Posted by: Socalandy Mar 27 2010, 06:34 PM

Had to give you another shot of the Rat. He was behind the winshield washer bottle. Hey Joe, Do you want your rat back???

Stinky


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Posted by: sixnotfour Mar 27 2010, 07:14 PM

Dude no more rodent pics. Yes the rubber plugs is the factory six washer pump mount.

The orange -6 I had and sold had a mouse family in the longs around the heater tubes.

Hope all you had was a rat.

Andy I would get the thing blasted and etch primed and you will have a great start.

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 27 2010, 07:37 PM

thats the plan. I have a soda/media blaster for that. Now where's my cup gun

Posted by: Sleepin Mar 27 2010, 08:24 PM

Looking good Andy! Almost ready to blast!

Posted by: SirAndy Mar 27 2010, 11:44 PM

Nope.

That pump is neither factory nor in the factory location ...

The /6 washer pump looks like a 911 pump of the time and is mounted on those little rubber insulators you see in the same pic, next to that hacked rectangular "slot" ...

Andy

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Posted by: Socalandy Mar 28 2010, 10:14 AM

Thanks for the info. Now I can fill those screw holes along with that slot. It had nothing passing thru it and was covered with duct tape. What are people thinking when they do this stuff?

Posted by: Socalandy Apr 1 2010, 03:44 PM

so here is my oil tank and I'm ready to take it to be hot tanked and cleaned out. So for those of you that have been thru the process whats the best aproach ? I plan on sending it out to have it copper plated again before the re-paint.

It has a little surface rust but not anything deep and the inside still has a nice coating of oil so I think I'm OK in that dept.

Thanks,


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Posted by: dr914@autoatlanta.com Apr 1 2010, 03:57 PM

You are a hero to save this car. Yes the sway bar is h&h aftermarket and one can tell by the inner fender well bracket that it was installed after the car left the factory.

Posted by: Socalandy Apr 5 2010, 04:37 PM

Well these were going to go on my 72 -4 but now they will sit waiting to go on the -6 car.

Thanks again to Al Reed!!


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Posted by: Sleepin Apr 5 2010, 04:40 PM

ohhh....that gives me a weird tingly feeling on the inside!

Posted by: SirAndy Jun 2 2010, 02:39 PM

Doh!

I'm with stupid ...

No wonder the yard looked familiar. I actually had my dirty little hands all over that car a few years back.


Glad to see someone finally had the guts to restore it!
Andy

Posted by: Socalandy Jun 7 2010, 05:41 PM

Scheel seats are being redone finally and I've always wanted to know what was under the skin and foam


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Posted by: Socalandy Jun 7 2010, 05:43 PM

hand made frames, Time to blast and paint them. More pics in the next few days


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Posted by: 914Sixer Jun 7 2010, 06:24 PM

Now I do not have to take my Scheels apart to see what they look like. My bottoms have the webbing missing on the bottom too. Somebody used bunge cord and a piece of carpet as replacements.

Posted by: Socalandy Jun 7 2010, 06:32 PM

the webbing was there, just been removed so I could sand blast the frames. they were worn out for sure but will be like new soon

Posted by: Socalandy Jun 8 2010, 02:51 PM

Blasted and painted, Pannels are coming together


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Posted by: proto31 Jun 8 2010, 04:53 PM

Andy, did you sand blast and paint the frame or did your upholsterer do it? Is he going to reuse most of the foam or is he using all new foam? Looks like they're going to turn out really nicely!

Dan

Posted by: Socalandy Jun 8 2010, 05:09 PM

I went by yesterday for some pictures and saw the suface rust. took them home for the blasting and paint and returned them today. They would have done a quick sanding and painted them but wanted to get it all off. They are shaping all new foam to match the original pieces, everything will be new but the frames.

Posted by: roadster fan Jun 8 2010, 06:56 PM

Dude,
Tthose are some sweet pics. any chance you could take some measurements or some photos with a tape measure in the shot for scale?

Project is looking good!

Jim

Posted by: Socalandy Jun 14 2010, 09:34 AM

the seats are done in back in the car


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Posted by: BIGKAT_83 Jun 14 2010, 10:40 AM

The seats look great.. I have a pair that need recovering. I had them done a couple of years ago with a suede center and don't really like them.
Who did these and would they do another set,



Bob

Posted by: Socalandy Aug 12 2010, 03:28 PM

I'm freaking out. Thanks to you know who? "at least I know" I have real steel for my six car


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Posted by: Socalandy Aug 12 2010, 03:30 PM

Part numbers...

914.503.905.00.GRV
914.503.906.00.GRV
914.503.907.00.GRV
914.503.908.00.GRV



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Posted by: Sleepin Aug 12 2010, 03:31 PM

Looks like you were jumping up and down for joy Andy! That rocks!




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Posted by: EdArango Aug 12 2010, 05:31 PM

Hey Andy!......This is great!!! I've got to come by and check it out!!
ED

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Posted by: Socalandy Apr 14 2011, 07:41 PM

Well I finally tracked down a 79 3.0 big port euro motor

Was reported it had one bent valve and the tear down tells the rest, ordering 9,3,1 Mahle P's and C's and a coil on plug ignition kit. engine will return as a twin plug with dowle pins and boat tailed.

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Guess it was bent and then broke


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More when it returns from the machine shop and it looks a little cleaner


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Posted by: Socalandy Apr 15 2011, 10:04 AM

16" X 7's and 8"s are back from Al's


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SCHWIIIIINGGGG!!!!

Posted by: Socalandy Apr 25 2011, 05:48 PM

Pistons and cylinders


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Posted by: Socalandy Apr 25 2011, 05:50 PM

and the Car is almost ready to go to media blast. Full speed ahead!!!!


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Posted by: mepstein Apr 25 2011, 05:56 PM

Art

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Posted by: 396 Apr 25 2011, 07:37 PM

Congrats on your project..the pictures you posted look like SC 95mm.

How would you use those?...never mind looked at the header..3.0 great 78/79 SC Big ports..now how about the euro fuel head and sensor plate?

Posted by: Socalandy Apr 25 2011, 10:29 PM

It's a 78 Euro and it will be carb'd so I dont think I'll need either but I'm no expert

Posted by: 396 Apr 26 2011, 12:29 AM

good...what cam are you going to use- stock?

Posted by: nsr-jamie Apr 26 2011, 05:59 AM

Wow!! Great thread, love reading them...at first I thought the car was pretty much not even worth saving but after seeing some other pictures its not really that bad in most areas. Hope you get the fenders and rear trunk area sorted out. I wish you all the best and you are already making excellent progress and I am jealous of many of your parts, that NOS dash and those polished wheels and euro lights are so cool. I hope to see the car finished and regular updates here in this thread. Cheers

Now I need to get some work done on my car this spring

Posted by: Socalandy Aug 3 2011, 05:59 PM

Well I finally got some pictures of the engine back from Ollie's machine shop

Enjoy


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now thats a polich worthy of some Fuchs


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Posted by: Socalandy Aug 3 2011, 06:07 PM

Twin plug and boat tail mods


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Posted by: sixnotfour Aug 3 2011, 07:04 PM

looks great
What cams are you planning ?, Those piston wont allow much of a cam or compression that would warrant twinplug.

Posted by: Socalandy Aug 3 2011, 08:57 PM

thanks, I need to ask my buddy again on the re-grind of the cams. 9.8:1 + twin plug. why do you say its not warranted? you wont hurt my feelings but I'd like to hear the Six Guru's take on the subject

Posted by: Socalandy Aug 3 2011, 09:25 PM

here's two pics of the Shuffle pins


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Posted by: campbellcj Aug 3 2011, 09:38 PM

I'm not sure, but what he might mean is you could go more aggressive on compression and cams than what you have?

I am in the same boat with my engine - it's twin-plugged with agressive cams but only 10.5:1 c/r and I would have preferred more like 12:1 if I had it built myself. When it needs to come apart I may go more extreme.

Posted by: moparrob Aug 3 2011, 09:53 PM

Isn't that the main reason to go dual plugged? To allow you to take advantage of the higher compression ratio? I suppose you still have the limitations of pump gas though, especially here in CA.

Posted by: campbellcj Aug 3 2011, 10:07 PM

I use 100 octane 76 pump gas and would be OK with using higher octane race gas if needed, since my car is relegated to track duty now. For any street-driven car that is certainly a consideration though. Even if you have good access to race gas, you're talking $7-8+ / gallon and that hurts...

Posted by: sixnotfour Aug 4 2011, 01:51 AM

9.8 you,ll need twin plug, just curious on the cam,
It will run sweet with twin plug. You have all the bells and whistles for sure.

Posted by: AZ914 Aug 4 2011, 08:01 AM

Looks great, Andy!

Posted by: J P Stein Aug 4 2011, 08:54 AM

Mahle computes compression without taking into account the required .04 deck height.....thus the actual compression is closer to 9.3:1.(or less). The twin plug, shuffle pins, half mooning the cyls & boat tailing he block add little or nothing to the output of the engine....what, no boat tailed crank?...my money would go elsewhere......but all that makes a nice base for an 8000 rpm race motor.

Those pistons kill anything approaching a cam that scavenges well......top end down the tubes wasting those big ports. IMO, lotta bells but not many whistles. Don't forget, ...."you won't hurt my feelings".

Something like these in 95mm will solve your shortcomings.


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Posted by: brant Aug 4 2011, 09:26 AM

really pretty Andy!

Posted by: Socalandy Aug 4 2011, 11:13 AM

the case was decked as well and like I thought the cams will be a re-grind to early E. Remember, I'm running carbs. Where do I get the Carb. spacers that reduce heat transfer from the heads?

Twin plug also solves cross burn delay across the cyl. and allows some Adv. timming in addition to helping with possible misfire "SIBT". I'll still be able to run pump gas and its a street car not track and it will still go down the road plenty fast. No. I wont race for pinks!! the Dyno will show what the results are

Posted by: Eric_Shea Aug 4 2011, 10:27 PM

Jeff's building a similar engine for me and I think I've decided on Mod-S cams from Elgin. After talking with Dug I think I'd like to keep my intakes at 36mm though. I had 40's on my engine and, while it was fun when it was "RIP'n" it hardly had enough low end torque to get out of it's own way.

If it is a street car as you say... watch your ports.

Posted by: brant Aug 4 2011, 10:34 PM

Eric, are you also going to 3.0?
you need not worry about torque
once you jump above your 2.5, you'll find tons of torque.

I'm loving my twin plug
but with the tiny displacement it is more important than with these big motors.

Posted by: Eric_Shea Aug 5 2011, 05:58 PM

3.0 is going in the 911. It will be a MFI motor. S-Cams and MFI and... that's it. 36mm intakes on that as well.

2.5 is for the 914

Posted by: Socalandy Aug 16 2011, 06:22 PM

assembly started, sorry for the crap cell pictures


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Posted by: Socalandy Nov 16 2011, 09:01 PM

Well after a rough few months of work, fathers trust I'm caught up and thank you Ron for helping get Joe's engine out. Sorry for the delay Joe!!!

The car is back from media blasting and I know i have alot of work ahead of me but it's better than I thought it would be!!!! I have all the skins needed and of course the flares so were off and running and hope to supply a steady stream of progress photos.




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I may just be able to save the floor pans

Posted by: mepstein Nov 17 2011, 07:36 AM

Can you give details on the blasting? Media, time, cost, did outfit come to you or did you bring to them, what's next? thanks, mark

Posted by: sfrenck Nov 17 2011, 08:00 AM

Mark - there's a company in Philly that does soda blasting. I think they gave me an estimate of $1000, which included pick up / delivery of the car from my house, if the car was already taken apart / ready for blasting.

Scott

Posted by: Socalandy Nov 17 2011, 08:37 AM

it was and walnut shell blend, looked like some fine silica sand. I delivered and picked up and it was $1400.00 I dropped it off last thurs. but with rain on friday I asked them to wait until Monday to start. It was ready for pickup tuesday. The company is AFCO in Gardena.

cutting and trimming began last night in prep. for in the stiffining kit and rear quarters/ tail section. Then the pass. sill/rockers work and floor. It will be at least a week before its time to mount the gt rockers and valance to line up the flares

Posted by: mepstein Nov 17 2011, 09:11 AM

Looked like more than soda since rust was removed.

Just my opinion but I don't think the rockers and valences have anything to do with the flare positioning. The flares are structural to the body and become part of the body of the car and should be fitted to the wheel opening. The rockers and valences are trim pieces and should be fitted to the body of the car. Again, jmo.

Posted by: Eric_Shea Nov 17 2011, 09:55 AM

Nice...

Looks like garnet from the bits I saw on the floor pan.

Keep going!

Posted by: sixnotfour Nov 17 2011, 10:42 AM

Wow , The tub looks so much better all blasted.
Pretty straight forward from here.

Andy are the pinch weld seem that pass along the rear shocks on the underside straight ?
I have seen with the smallest of rear end damage they can get a curve in that section.
Not knowing how bad the back was from rust or accident damage. Just curious.
Jeff

Posted by: Socalandy Nov 17 2011, 04:15 PM

It was an accident and it wasnt. the PO before Joe of course, cut the rear and corner pannels off and not in a pretty way. it all looks strait but will be taking measurements to verify its in spec. Then the door and chassis bracing goes on and on the rotiss.

Posted by: Socalandy Nov 17 2011, 06:24 PM

A little cell phone clip picking up the car

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q_AcuqG3wCQ&feature=mfu_in_order&list=UL

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and a few shots while they blew out the media


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Posted by: Socalandy Nov 17 2011, 08:16 PM

looking for the site with the chassis measurments please

thanks in advance!!

Posted by: sixnotfour Nov 17 2011, 08:17 PM

http://www.914world.com/specs/bodydims.php


http://www.914world.com/specs/underdims.php

Posted by: Socalandy Nov 17 2011, 08:36 PM

God I love this place I should have type measurments for GT flares. I can only find pictures but no mearsurments for proper placment

Thank You Sir!!

Posted by: sixnotfour Nov 17 2011, 09:29 PM

The back edge of the front flairs line up with the back edge of the stock fender and the front edge of the rears line up with the front edge of the flairs.

The fronts need to project forward so the wider tire/wheel combo don"t catch the front corner of the flair when turning.


It is also the safest to have the rockers at the same time to adjust as needed.




Armando's site is a great reference, here is the seam ;

http://www.pbase.com/9146gt/image/112146544

Posted by: Socalandy Nov 19 2011, 07:36 PM

so trimming of the rear section for the donor parts begins.....


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a bit more trimming and install the engine lid and deck lid for fit and alingment


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prep for the new battery tray


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prep on the jam for the donor rear fender


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Posted by: Socalandy Nov 19 2011, 07:53 PM

and the jack point Ohhhhhh FUCH this is gonna be a bit more work


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Posted by: Socalandy Nov 19 2011, 07:57 PM

and some of the bits ready for the scrap yard, the first two pics show the rust around the where they injected foam into the rear section. I will be removing mine and rustmort it.


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Posted by: Socalandy Nov 19 2011, 08:13 PM

not a bad day of work and seeing behind the jack point was a bummer but I've seen worse fix in threads here.

Question, a few holes I.m not sure are factory

1, driverside headlight bucket. PO work I'm thinking

2, front driverside trunk. PO again?

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Posted by: Socalandy Nov 19 2011, 10:33 PM

I almost forgot, look what I found in the glove box that I couldnt open until the dash was out. Sweeeeet


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Posted by: bigkensteele Nov 19 2011, 10:44 PM

The holes in 1 look like PO TLC.

The big hole on the left in 2 looks like the same hole I have on my 4 for the hose that goes from the spare tire to the washer bottle to pressurize it. This may have been present on 6 chassis as well. Not sure about the small hole on the right.

Posted by: rick 918-S Nov 19 2011, 11:18 PM

Head light bucket holes are definately PO. Flatten a piece of copper tubing and clamp it in for a backer and weld those up.

Posted by: Socalandy Nov 19 2011, 11:28 PM

cool trick, I will use it while wearing my Area 51 Works welding jacket

Posted by: rick 918-S Nov 19 2011, 11:31 PM

Nice progress!

Posted by: sixnotfour Nov 20 2011, 10:41 AM

At least there wasn't a family of mice in the long Like a -6 , I SOLD.

Andy, I dont know your wheel plans , make sure you have equal room R & L for down the road, My car , to put the 15x9's on with 245/50's x 15's took a considerable amount of rework/paint on one flair to get them to fit.

Posted by: Socalandy Nov 20 2011, 10:55 AM

Well I got a few boxes of goodies yesterday and opened them today. nice stuff and Thanks Tangerine and RD

I think another Restoration Design order is going to be needed!!!


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Posted by: Socalandy Nov 20 2011, 05:15 PM

Back to the shop for some more. almost all the trimming done for the rear section and lined up with the deck lid. some work on the sail pannels maybe next


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More work on the tail end and a pic of some scraps


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Posted by: Socalandy Nov 20 2011, 07:49 PM

looking thru pictures from this weekend, interesting to see some of the inner structure like the trans. support bar where it connects to the inner fender.


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Posted by: Socalandy Nov 21 2011, 10:32 AM

Question to the group...

I had every intention to use the factory -6 engine mount for the 3.0 motor. Will I ever be able to really drive the car hard or will it fail? options on reinforcing it or just order a coversion mount

should be around 240hp

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Posted by: mepstein Nov 21 2011, 10:45 AM

Factory GT's used the factory mount with reinforcements. There are pictures available. Armando did it to his and I think Eric Shea did also. I would go that way - way cool!

Posted by: Socalandy Nov 21 2011, 01:02 PM

WOW, that ate up some time looking at those pics

Thanks guys!!!


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Posted by: Socalandy Nov 21 2011, 10:26 PM

what rear stiffening kit should I get, the one for the rear wheel wells. Engman or Welt. What have you used and liked?

Thanks

Posted by: ajserrano Nov 21 2011, 10:44 PM

I would make your own and use 1/8", much stronger. This is what we did http://www.pbase.com/9146gt/my9146gt_chassis_stiff_kit_install_right

Posted by: Socalandy Nov 21 2011, 10:51 PM

Thanks and it looks great!! spent some time looking at your work but didnt know you fab'd them

Awsome car

Posted by: Eric_Shea Nov 21 2011, 11:05 PM

Both headlight bucket and the drivers side trunk floor-to-wheel well are PO f'up's.

Posted by: sixnotfour Nov 22 2011, 02:31 AM

Rich makes this kit (a914guy) for the back half



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Posted by: Socalandy Nov 22 2011, 09:42 AM

I think I will make all but the trailing arm part out of 1/8" as Ajserrano recomended

Posted by: Socalandy Nov 22 2011, 11:33 PM

found NOS long parts, listed as passenger inner, lmust be outer to with no holes and ribs but need confirmation on left side and what end the jack point would be on.

thanks


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Posted by: Socalandy Nov 23 2011, 09:43 AM

The rear section is now part of the car and look what was under the sill repair

lots planned for the long weekend


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Posted by: rick 918-S Nov 23 2011, 09:51 AM

I'll be watching over the weekend. There should be several projects getting bumped this weekend!

Posted by: Socalandy Nov 23 2011, 08:53 PM

well it's finally here, one number off from my COA. I at least have a period correct case and the parts to put a correct -6 engine together

finding one so close to what is said to be in the car from the factory is amazing alone I think


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Posted by: pete000 Nov 23 2011, 11:13 PM

Nice welding !

Posted by: Socalandy Nov 23 2011, 11:46 PM

Thats my buddy's welding skills, Yes I could have done it but it would have been alot more grinding on cleanup or a hole or two to fix.

Posted by: carr914 Nov 24 2011, 08:18 AM

That's Cool . CoA's can be wrong on these Numbers. My CoA said 4418 ( not far off from you), but the car came with 4444. There was no reason or record of changing it.

I wish I had kept that Un-number'd 914-6 Case I had a few years back. At least I know it went into a Real -6

Posted by: Socalandy Nov 24 2011, 08:22 AM

I know a guy that has two unstamped Mag cases but he's not great at following thru so I went this route. He refered to them as replacement cases.

Posted by: Socalandy Nov 25 2011, 04:56 PM

Back at it today, In order to keep cross contamination from the rotiss. to the car a little cleanup was needed.

Yellow for safety of course. You did'nt specify color Joe


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Posted by: Socalandy Nov 25 2011, 04:59 PM

battery area patch work


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some more sill probing and removal


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Posted by: Socalandy Nov 25 2011, 05:17 PM

hope to get some more done tomorrow, I did pull the trigger on the NOS outer long and sill so waiting on that and more exploring before I place another order with Restoration Design


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Posted by: saigon71 Nov 26 2011, 07:35 PM

Ahh...a -6 I completely understand now Andy! Impressive work! Keep it going...hopefully we can drive these cars to "Teenergetton" if it happens.

Bob

Posted by: Socalandy Nov 26 2011, 10:33 PM

the sill and rocker came in today and the Engman kit and looks


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Posted by: Socalandy Nov 26 2011, 10:36 PM

the passenger side engine ledge was poorly fixed and braised in so it will be replaced


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Posted by: Socalandy Nov 26 2011, 10:38 PM

striping the donor parts


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Posted by: Socalandy Nov 26 2011, 10:43 PM

the drivers side jack point was not as bad as the pass. side and a shot inside. Just arond the jack point and solid either side


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Posted by: Socalandy Nov 26 2011, 10:48 PM

waiting for the rear quarters before finishing the but lineing up nicely. Alot of progress for a holiday weekend and some more tomorrow. I'm really enjoying this resto and inching closer to driving my dream car!!


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Posted by: Socalandy Nov 27 2011, 11:52 PM

So with the longs open.... what have you used to treat and convert the surface rust inside of the longs?

I want to seal things up before closing up and keep it from rusting from the inside out especially since I will be running heat. I prefer a product that hardens/ dries completely to make welding up easier and strong.

thanks in advance!!

Posted by: Socalandy Nov 30 2011, 12:14 AM

putting the sail under structure back together, glad I had a few parts cars

We need a new smilie name sparky that is using a grinder


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more after work progress. the drivers side will be a bit easier


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Posted by: JMKnight Nov 30 2011, 09:44 AM

WOW

Posted by: Socalandy Dec 3 2011, 10:48 PM

The car has now been sealed but in the process it exposed a few small holes the console on the pass. side has one on top and a bunch on the bottom so it will get replaced.

That means the pass. engine tray will have to wait. it will be interesting to see how bad it is behind the mount


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Posted by: Socalandy Dec 3 2011, 10:51 PM

bottom edge for the sail area was made since the break is in the shop. A liitle more grinding to flush the welds up


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Posted by: Socalandy Dec 3 2011, 10:56 PM

And with all the dents and a PO that jacked the car up from the floor pans I think they will go as well. It will be alot of work to get them right and be easier and cheper to just replace.


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Posted by: bigkensteele Dec 3 2011, 11:00 PM

Please post pics of the inside of your console when you remove it. I bet it is nice and crusty.

Posted by: Socalandy Dec 11 2011, 12:38 AM

The suspension floor pans and console are on order but I will get lots of pics of the removal and the inside to show its condition.

More work on the longs and prep for the jack point. waiting for Eastwoods frame rust converter and sealer before it all goes back together.


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Posted by: Socalandy Dec 11 2011, 12:42 AM

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Posted by: TJB/914 Dec 11 2011, 10:52 AM

Andy,--(Socalandy)

Beautiful workmanship I really enjoy reading the progress report every time you post. I am amazed how clean your shop is????

Merry Christmans to you and your family & don't work too hard over the holiday.

Tom

Posted by: Socalandy Dec 11 2011, 05:11 PM

Thanks but most of the cred. goes to my buddy Kent!! He's the true metal master and his clean shop, I'm helping when and where I can.

Posted by: JRust Dec 11 2011, 05:40 PM

Way to go Andy! Such a huge project & we see so many of those go unfinished. You are making great progress on it. Your big project I think really makes people reconsider a project. It is pretty daunting dealing with so much rust. Seeing someone else do it is inspiring. Heck I have a 73 that is in much better shape than yours. The hell hole is bad to be sure. More metal work than I ever wanted to tackle. Still I haven't brought myself to get rid of it. Once I learn to weld I may just take the plunge .

Anyway big time Kudos my friend. I can't wait for more pics

Posted by: 69rsss Dec 11 2011, 07:52 PM

Very cool Andy! I can't wait to see more progress and it gets me excited to start my progect.

Posted by: oldschool Dec 12 2011, 02:24 AM

Dude your project rocks,keep the photos coming

Posted by: Socalandy Dec 18 2011, 08:32 PM

So back at it today and lots of goodies arrived. Spent several hours with the air hose and vacume getting out left over media from blasting and preping the longs for the Eastwood rust converter/sealer. It really flows well and the fine spray nozzle gives a nice 360 deg. fog.

Stop the rust in its tracks!!!


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Posted by: Socalandy Dec 18 2011, 08:45 PM

the green stuff is the eastwood converter that ran out and got wiped off, it covered way better than expected and flows into every little creveice. We drilled a few holes to treat enclosed areas. This cars internal areas are sealed



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Posted by: Socalandy Dec 18 2011, 08:49 PM

more....


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Posted by: Socalandy Dec 18 2011, 08:52 PM

time to close up the longs and attack the suspention console


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Posted by: Krieger Dec 18 2011, 09:15 PM

That looks great. How many can/s did you use? I'm thinking of doing my longs & rear suspension.

Posted by: Krieger Dec 18 2011, 09:17 PM

How well do you think this product would work using the stock openings?

Posted by: Socalandy Dec 18 2011, 10:59 PM

I only drilled two small holes that will get welded up and I think it will work very well other than the longs, not very much room from the oval holes inside of the longs with the heater tubes in the way.

With the longs open for the repairs we were able to use ridgid wire and get the spary tube all the way to both ends of the longs . With the floor pan being replaced I didnt treat the tunnel or the fire wall areas since it will be open with full access.

I would not try it on a painted car unless you plan on a repaint. it travels around too freely and I think it will bite into a finshed coat. FYI, with the presure in the spray tube it will continue to spray for 3-4 seconds after you stop depressing the nozel on the can!!!

I order 5 cans and only used 3 so far. all areas treated got two coats and the longs got a 3rd for good measure

Posted by: Socalandy Dec 19 2011, 08:52 PM

I've torn apart at least 5 914's and have never seen this threaded insert/hole used for anything They are not on the repop floor pans

Any help???

Thanks in advance!!


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Posted by: SirAndy Dec 19 2011, 08:54 PM

Plastic covers for the threaded hole for the center (3rd) seatbelt bolts.

Only early cars (70/71) had the 3rd seatbelt option. Later cars don't have the holes ...

Posted by: Socalandy Dec 19 2011, 08:58 PM

something new learned

Thanks Andy

Posted by: Socalandy Jan 2 2012, 07:44 PM

what a load off my shoulders to have the longs cleaned,sealed and closed up and then on to the console and battery tray with less worries.

The point and shootcamera is at the shop but I will post pics showing the steps later. The after shots with the Nikon...



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Posted by: Socalandy Jan 2 2012, 07:51 PM

into the engine bay. Did the battery tray on my 72 so no big deal other than a little fitment but really impressed with the quality and fit of Restoration Designs Console needed no tweaking

still need to cut off the fuel press. bracket


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Posted by: Socalandy Jan 2 2012, 07:56 PM

now for the rust pics. The inside of the console was loaded with rust scale and you will see some rust holes and a few cracks


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Posted by: Socalandy Jan 2 2012, 08:06 PM

I'll get the pics off the other camera wednesday but I glad to have this replaced. Now to descide on how to reinforce both sides


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Posted by: JRust Jan 2 2012, 08:33 PM

Great work Andy! Nice to see so much progress. Keep it up

Posted by: Socalandy Jan 5 2012, 12:09 AM

here are the pics after the console was removed and the jack point on the drivers side. Time to hang the doors and get the rear quarters on


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Posted by: Socalandy Jan 9 2012, 07:59 PM

Thank You Mr. Shea I cant wait to get my rear GT calipers and some more

Awsome work


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Posted by: Socalandy Jan 13 2012, 07:50 PM

I know cell phone pictures suck but its all I had. should wrap up assembly of the P's @ C's and cams tomorrow. Sunday will be more work on the car

For those that have flared cars Im running16x7 and 8's and need so advise on tire sizes, never had a car with different offsets front to rear, thks!!


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Posted by: sixnotfour Jan 14 2012, 12:57 AM

wow 100% dili's rare but trick

Posted by: Socalandy Jan 14 2012, 09:56 PM

So the jack points and engine compartment all cleaned up and sealed, still need to modify the engine mount and order/install console stiffiner kit.


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Posted by: Socalandy Jan 14 2012, 10:07 PM

hanging the doors and gap to line up the sail pannels and get the rear quarters on. Lots of measuring here and using my 72 for comparison.


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Posted by: Socalandy Jan 14 2012, 10:13 PM

to avoid warpping the front and rear lids they were stripped using aircraft stripper. The battery tray area was in bad shape but Im happy with how it looks now


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Posted by: Socalandy Jan 14 2012, 10:26 PM

getting closer to adding the flares and this is a good door ding hidden with bondo


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Posted by: Socalandy Jan 16 2012, 09:29 PM

back to the engine assembly. Heads, chain housings and cams inching along on all fronts and hoping to be done in time for the RRC


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Posted by: Eric_Shea Jan 16 2012, 09:43 PM

Happy to help. We swapped out Andy's late model S-Calipers for a more period correct version.

The build is simply amazing!

What are you doing for lunch Wednesday? I'm flying into SNA and will be in Anaheim the remainder of the week. Wed. is my only free day for lunch.

Posted by: Socalandy Jan 16 2012, 09:49 PM

I'm up for lunch and I'm sure a few more peeps will want to attend

Posted by: rick 918-S Jan 16 2012, 10:43 PM

Go man go!

Posted by: oldschool Jan 17 2012, 12:38 AM

I may see you at namm



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Posted by: oldschool Jan 17 2012, 12:41 AM

Andy are you putting this together yourself?...made skills dude.

Posted by: Socalandy Jan 17 2012, 09:15 AM

Working with my friend Craig at his shop, He built my 2.0 in my 72 and is walking me thru the assembly process step by step. I like to do everything I can and learn this flat six engine. Setting the cams last night was different than the small block world I came from and way more precise when you use a dial indicator to set the cam timing

I'm having a blast!!! and the wife said she missed me last night from the day job to one of the shops to get work done. Tonight I start removing seam sealer in the front of the car and a Tahoe trip soon to keep my better half happy

Snow Please

Posted by: Eric_Shea Jan 17 2012, 09:23 AM

See you at NAMM! I have a 2:00 meeting with Roland at 7400 Thursday then dinner Thursday evening with them.

Posted by: oldschool Jan 17 2012, 11:19 AM

I will shooting at the house of blues,on Friday.
Sorry Andy for the highjack

Posted by: bigkensteele Jan 17 2012, 11:24 AM

Is NAMM the annual convention for NAMBLA? Say it ain't so, Eric! Say it ain't so!

Posted by: Eric_Shea Jan 17 2012, 11:56 AM

12:00 Noon? Where? Orange? Anaheim? How many?

Posted by: oldschool Jan 17 2012, 01:10 PM

I'm shooting a Jimmy Kimmel bit, ..I so wanted to bring a my brakes to lunch

Posted by: Socalandy Jan 17 2012, 09:32 PM

I know this is a rough placement of the flare but the thought is to fill the sections above the flare to the drip channel and in front of the flare to the door jam to make less work instead of welding the complete narrow body section and then cutting out for the flare. Anyone have thoughts or advice on this?

Thanks


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Posted by: Socalandy Jan 20 2012, 05:04 PM

a few more pics of the engine and I had the valve cover done in a wrinkle finish and block sanded the letters and now I plan on doing the same for the lowers


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Posted by: sixnotfour Jan 20 2012, 07:39 PM

Sweet Wrinkle

Posted by: Eric_Shea Jan 20 2012, 08:51 PM

Thanks for lunch Andy

Posted by: Eric_Shea Jan 20 2012, 08:51 PM

Thanks for lunch Andy

Posted by: Travis Neff Jan 20 2012, 10:20 PM

The double thanks, you sick bastard....

Posted by: RiqueMar Jan 21 2012, 02:55 AM

I always love the wrinkle black with the 'PORSCHE' script, did it on my car, and man does it look awesome no matter what the engine! Looking good!

Posted by: Socalandy Jan 22 2012, 02:48 PM

preparing the jams for the rear quarter. everywhere there's a joint there's more rust


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Posted by: Socalandy Feb 2 2012, 11:24 PM

trimming rear quarters and removing seam sealer. I see the importance in removing with all the rust living underneath


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Posted by: Socalandy Feb 2 2012, 11:28 PM

The rumors are true


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Posted by: Socalandy Feb 2 2012, 11:33 PM

the rust dust is flying


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Posted by: jules2c Feb 5 2012, 05:50 PM

I am sorry but I just can't seem to understand this system, the build is amazing. There was a mention of the third seatbelt holes only being on early models just wanted to know how to really confirm age of car.

Posted by: Socalandy Feb 10 2012, 07:12 PM

This was all the feedback I got and from that info would assume all cars with the fixed passenger seat would have them.

Posted by: Socalandy Feb 10 2012, 07:17 PM

lower valve covers were a bit of work milling them down, then out for the wrinkle finish and the grain sanding the fins but I'm happy with the look.

Last step in selling my 72 was get the stock seats redone since the Scheel's go in the -6

Glad I bought the roll of basket weave!!


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Posted by: MecGen Feb 11 2012, 07:15 AM

Hi Andy
This is a real test to your motivation, and your killing it Really nice to see you taking the time to save this 914 and bring it back to where few of us believe they should be, in the front of the pack

I've been out of the game for a while, can you explain ? are you talking about a tie rod support system?

Thanks in advance and good luck whith the build

Regards

Posted by: 9fourteen Feb 11 2012, 09:06 AM

Did you prep those areas any before you sprayed that stuff in there? Like blow it out, wash it out with rust converter, then water, etc or did you just spray it in there. Just curious. That stuff looks like it might be the way to go for treating the "can't reach" areas. Just wandering what else is involved with using it.

Posted by: Socalandy Feb 11 2012, 09:50 AM

The stiffining kit is installed in the rear wheel wells and around the swing arm console and is recomended for larger motors. this pic is of someones conversion.

As for the the coating from Eastwood I cleaned out what I cound reach and sprayed it in. Here's a paste from their website...

Internal Frame Coating destroys rust hiding inside the chassis, so it doesn’t rust its way throughYou spend time and money restoring a chassis...but what about all that rust inside the frame? Use our Internal Frame Coating to make your chassis rust-free throughout!
•Tough phenolic resin penetrates, converts and encapsulates the rust on the internal surface
•Zinc phosphate seals it to prevent future corrosion
•24"-long tube with conical nozzle reaches in to spray coating in a radial pattern for complete coverage
•Covers 10 sq. ft. per can
•Fully cures in 24 hours



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Posted by: Joe Sharp Feb 11 2012, 09:53 AM

Thanks for bring the stuff by Andy, the car is coming along nicely.

Posted by: Socalandy Feb 15 2012, 10:18 PM

Thanks Joe!!

Some more progress with the stiffining in so now the rear quarters can go on next


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Posted by: 6freak Feb 16 2012, 08:50 AM

I agree looks good ..I did the letters on mine in Gold ..matches the ingine lid letters...nice work Mr

MikeC

Posted by: Socalandy Feb 22 2012, 09:45 PM

So the passenger side quarter is on and the drivers side is tacked in and its looking like a complete 914 body





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Posted by: MikeSpraggi Feb 22 2012, 10:55 PM

Looking good Andy! Making good progress.

Posted by: Socalandy Feb 23 2012, 10:37 PM

Anyone seen this area dimpled like this? Maybe for the wiper motor. most likly a PO did it but I want to pound it back into shape even know its behind the dash and I dont think it was a factory adjustment

Thanks in advance!!


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Posted by: Socalandy Mar 1 2012, 10:25 PM

Well after seeing some other build threads it was clear that someone beat on this old girl for some reason but its fixed.

Then it was time to sexy her up with some hips!!!


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Posted by: Socalandy Mar 1 2012, 10:29 PM

I dont think I will need to add spacers in the rear


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Posted by: Socalandy Mar 1 2012, 10:33 PM

front pass. side ready for and the sail pannels are close to done


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Posted by: Socalandy Mar 1 2012, 10:36 PM

inside rear flare and the support tabs, Now it's getting exciting and cant wait to get to driver side flares on and start some body work


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Posted by: Eric_Shea Mar 1 2012, 11:20 PM

Nice...

Posted by: sixnotfour Mar 2 2012, 07:09 AM

Factory flares are So smooth...

Posted by: sixnotfour Mar 2 2012, 07:12 AM

I would get some tires on your wheels before paint,,,,,,,,Eric Shea,,,cant fit shit under his flair..
Just Sayin..

Posted by: stuttgart46 Mar 2 2012, 07:24 AM

Looks like a clean slate. I love it.

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 4 2012, 08:19 PM

Searching the site and google for the answer to...

Is this shifter really for 914-6 only???

Thanks


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Posted by: Cairo94507 Mar 4 2012, 08:47 PM

I am looking at the slot behind the shift lever and saying yes (hand throttle).

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 4 2012, 08:55 PM

What about the longer shift rod and it is bent back at more of an angle. I was told it was -6 specific but never seen a -6 wih one like thiis

Posted by: Eric_Shea Mar 4 2012, 09:01 PM

All 901 consoles are like that.

Posted by: Cairo94507 Mar 4 2012, 09:21 PM

OK; another bit of data in the bank. Thanks.

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 6 2012, 05:00 PM

My baby has new shoes and off to the shop tomorrow to check for clearance but I think I'm good from my measurments.

Toyo Proxes4 205/55/16 up front and 225/50/16 in the back


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Posted by: JRust Mar 6 2012, 05:34 PM

Those should be fine. I'll be running 245/45/16's in the rear & 225/45/16's up front. Now finish those damn flares . Looking good Andy! Your really under the gun to drive that to Route 66 though

Posted by: porbmw Mar 6 2012, 05:42 PM

So nice to see this car being brought back to life!

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 7 2012, 09:46 PM

Passenger side flare is on and checked the fit with tires. Perfect in back and I may need a 1/2 - 3/4" spacer up front.

I wish I had some weight in the car to see a better ride height . This weekend will be both fronts and finish welding.


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Posted by: Socalandy Mar 7 2012, 09:49 PM

Kents nice tacing work


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Posted by: Socalandy Mar 14 2012, 10:39 PM

A little more work after finding some more rust in the front fenders, worse on the pass. side and wasted the lower channel. so the front flares are on hold til this is done

lower channel fab


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Posted by: Socalandy Mar 18 2012, 09:29 AM

rear flares are completely welded and ground smooth. All I do these days is think about driving this car


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Posted by: Cairo94507 Mar 18 2012, 10:22 AM

Sweet! Those look very nice.

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 21 2012, 11:20 PM

Well the flares sure look nice in raw metal but now after the prep and primer I cant wait to see them in a high gloss canary yellow. I was worried about the sail pannels from the start since they were so bad but all the trim fits perfect. Thanks to my buddy Kent and Restoration Design !!


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Posted by: Cairo94507 Mar 22 2012, 06:50 AM

Looking good.

Posted by: rick 918-S Mar 22 2012, 07:54 AM

Nice work!

Posted by: bulitt Mar 22 2012, 07:58 AM

Too bad no one can find the molds for those factory flares. The tops are so smooth compared to the wrinkles in the aftermarket pieces! They are gorgeous!

Posted by: AZ914 Mar 22 2012, 09:55 AM

Wow, those look great!

Posted by: gothspeed Mar 23 2012, 03:08 PM

Awesome thread !!!

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 25 2012, 08:05 PM

more work on the passenger jam and sill


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Posted by: Socalandy Mar 25 2012, 08:09 PM

POST #914 this only happens once

on with the front flares.


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Posted by: Socalandy Mar 25 2012, 08:17 PM

sand and black mist for blocking


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Posted by: mepstein Mar 25 2012, 08:25 PM

It's not the molds that are wavy, it's the way the metal gets pulled and stretched over the mold. It's not perfect but since Porsche isn't making more of these, it's the best we can get.

Posted by: Sleepin Mar 25 2012, 08:44 PM

Lookin good Andy!!

Posted by: Andyrew Mar 25 2012, 10:23 PM

Looking great!! Great metal work!

Posted by: jm993rs Mar 26 2012, 04:05 AM

good good good super job in this car !!!!!!!!!!!!!

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 30 2012, 11:06 PM

More front flare work


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Posted by: Travis Neff Mar 30 2012, 11:33 PM

I am amazed at your attention to detail, this is gonna be a great car!

Posted by: MDG Mar 31 2012, 09:20 AM

Fantastic work, Andy!

Posted by: Socalandy Apr 4 2012, 10:10 PM

The last flare is on finish the a body work on it and get it on the rotiss. for the floor pan replacement.


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Posted by: Socalandy Apr 4 2012, 10:20 PM

the hours are adding up


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Posted by: gothspeed Apr 5 2012, 03:26 PM

Awesome work ... !!! Engine looks imaculate !!! Was that valve cover wrinkle sprayed on or powder coat?

Posted by: Socalandy Apr 5 2012, 05:48 PM

its a powdercoated wrinkle and they charge the same price as regular powdercoating, Thanks!!

Posted by: sixnotfour Apr 6 2012, 02:34 AM

Holy cow, you'll be rollin a -6 soon enough.

Posted by: Socalandy Apr 11 2012, 11:31 PM

final welding on the last flare and I'm on the couch like Tom Cruize


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Posted by: Socalandy Apr 11 2012, 11:57 PM

a look back


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Posted by: oldschool Apr 12 2012, 12:45 AM

very nice ....you be rolling in cash?

Posted by: Justin Fischer Apr 12 2012, 08:20 AM

Wow, I can't wait to see it with some paint!!

Posted by: Aaron Cox Apr 12 2012, 08:33 AM

looking good!

what did you grind the fender welding down with? flapper wheel? what grit?

(i'll be embarking on this task shortly...)

Posted by: effutuo101 Apr 12 2012, 08:34 AM

Beautiful work. Looking forward to paint!

Posted by: Socalandy Apr 12 2012, 09:11 AM

Thanks Guy's

Disk to flapper wheel 36 grit. No matter how smooth it is you'll still need a thin coat of filler to blend it perfect


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Posted by: jmill Apr 12 2012, 03:34 PM

Amazing work!!!

Posted by: Socalandy Apr 18 2012, 09:31 PM

the body work on the flares is done and it's time to build the rotiss. and get the pans replaced.

Engine stands are sweet so its time for some metal and bottle jacks. Also I had to see one side of the car with it's shoes. Pinch me


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Posted by: Socalandy Apr 18 2012, 09:38 PM

I Cant wait for paint. I'm thinking 2 stage like I did on my 72, Anyone have a picture of canary yellow GT side profile? I'd like to photoshop my wheels on it to get a rendering


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Posted by: Socalandy Apr 19 2012, 04:50 PM

hello Group,

I purchase some 944 3/4" spacers for the front and it kicks the wheel out perfect for the flares. Thats alot hanging out there with the stock spacer already, Am I safe to buy longer studs and go with it or is there another stronger/safer way to go

Thanks in advance!!!

Posted by: mepstein Apr 19 2012, 05:07 PM

I'm using 944 spacers as well. My friend races a ford cobra with 3" of spacers on each wheel so I'm thinking we're ok.

Posted by: Socalandy Apr 25 2012, 10:34 PM

the passenger sill is done and primered rear quarter.

I remember reading about the cost of materials for building a quality Rotiss. from Mr. O'Brien and how correct he was. Scratch the build as I bought one ready for use. picture's tomorrow


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Posted by: Socalandy Apr 25 2012, 10:36 PM

hope to have it on the rotiss this Sat.


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Posted by: Madswede Apr 26 2012, 12:03 AM

This is really looking good, Andy!

Posted by: Socalandy Apr 30 2012, 11:19 PM

so its finally on the rotiss. and ready for floor pan removal it took a bit of work to get it mounted


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Posted by: Socalandy May 2 2012, 09:56 PM

up and away


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Posted by: Socalandy May 2 2012, 10:00 PM

just a few spot welds to drill out


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Posted by: MoveQik May 2 2012, 11:00 PM

What's with all the missing metal??? Looks like red stuff that eats old cars.

Posted by: Socalandy May 15 2012, 06:30 PM

Thanks for all the hard work Andy!!!!

Getting close to the end of all the metal work and should be cutting a path for GT cooler lines Time for some progress pictures


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Posted by: Socalandy May 15 2012, 06:34 PM

Pans half way done


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Posted by: Socalandy May 15 2012, 07:10 PM

Aha, Found the other pics of the long repair to show more detail


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Posted by: infraredcalvin May 15 2012, 11:52 PM

Wow, car looking great, love the previous shots with the Fuchs, are those 15's or 16's ( I know you showed them before but too lazy to find). The factory 930 has about a 1" spacer on the rear hub with longer studs, you'll be fine with 3/4" spacers and longer studs.

That's a great looking rotisserie, wish I could stop the spending on the new dd and focus on the p-cars... I really miss my 914, these threads are so inspiring. You're pretty close, im on south oc, if you really need a hand let me know and I'll make some time to lend a hand.

Posted by: Socalandy May 16 2012, 12:05 AM

Thanks,

they are 16x7 and 8's

We are getting close and I've been having dreams of it painted and driving the car

Posted by: sbsix May 16 2012, 09:34 AM

Andy,

This is a great thread, thanks for posting everything. Can I ask you where you got your rotisserie? And are you planning to sell it after you finish your 6? I'm up for buying it from you if you are.

Gary

Posted by: Socalandy May 16 2012, 02:11 PM

Thanks for the nice comments guys!!! I'm living my dream with this car and have many here to thank for helping make it possible and getting it done.

I ordered the rotiss. from Summit Racing and if my buddy passes on buying it your 2nd in line since its was purchased for this project alone.

Posted by: sbsix May 16 2012, 03:53 PM

Thanks Andy. Don't scratch it or anything, just in case!

Posted by: porbmw May 16 2012, 03:57 PM

Nice!
Good to see you are saving it!
You'll be done before I get close to completing mine....don't let it stagnate!

Posted by: Socalandy May 18 2012, 11:15 PM

We have a complete floor again, next are the seat reinforcement strips


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Posted by: Socalandy May 18 2012, 11:24 PM

the jack points were hammered and this repaired area under gas tank the was swiss cheese


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Posted by: Socalandy Jul 7 2012, 05:27 PM

Well its been awhile but back at it after my buddy Kent broke his hand that closed the shop for 6 weeks.

Great to get back at it!! Finish work on the pans and prep for the last of the stiffining kit...


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Posted by: Socalandy Jul 7 2012, 05:33 PM

cutt the plug holes and need to notch them for the locking tabs, Front hood is close to done


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Posted by: Socalandy Jul 7 2012, 05:37 PM

It was great to get the car on the rotiss. but cant wait to get it back on the ground. No more rust please


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Posted by: sixnotfour Jul 7 2012, 05:56 PM

wow, oil lines monday, and some cheezy templates, cut once.

Posted by: bigkensteele Jul 7 2012, 06:51 PM

I am impressed that you went to the trouble to do the plugs. It is that kind of attention to detail that will set this car apart - great work!

Posted by: peteyd Jul 7 2012, 09:48 PM

That rotis is a serious piece too! Great job Andy

Posted by: Socalandy Jul 11 2012, 11:43 PM

The last of the rear suspention supports are in


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Posted by: Socalandy Jul 11 2012, 11:47 PM

Next will be the GT engine mount modification and backing plates for the sway bars


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Posted by: Socalandy Jul 12 2012, 10:46 AM

Hello All. I'm looking for a good picture of where the oil line suport hook should be so I can get it back in the correct position

Thanks in advance!!


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Posted by: sbsix Jul 12 2012, 11:03 AM

Andy,

Are those Racer Chris' mounting sleeves installed on your susp console?

I'll crawl under my six when I get home tonight and take a picture of the oil line support hook for you.

Gary

Posted by: Socalandy Jul 12 2012, 11:12 AM

If my memory is correct YES and thanks in advance for the pic.

I think it should be strait down with no bends

Posted by: sbsix Jul 12 2012, 11:15 AM

If my poor memory serves me I think its not quite 90 degrees straight down, but has a slight angle to it, but the pictures will confirm.

Posted by: sbsix Jul 12 2012, 09:11 PM

If my poor memory serves me I think its not quite 90 degrees straight down, but has a slight angle to it, but the pictures will confirm.

Andy this is my first attempt to add a picture to a post, please be patient.

Posted by: sbsix Jul 12 2012, 09:15 PM

I have 9 more pix of the oil line hook. From the pictures you can see a slight curve from top to bottom, I think in order for the oil line coupling to fit properly.

Posted by: sbsix Jul 12 2012, 09:21 PM

you can see the slight curve from the top. The clearance at the coupling is minimal and would not fit if the hook was completley straight.

Posted by: sbsix Jul 12 2012, 09:23 PM

the curve is exaggerated because of the harsh lighting, but the end of the hook curves back slightly


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Posted by: sbsix Jul 12 2012, 09:26 PM

this shot shows the slight curve compared with a straight edge. I was upside down taking this shot and suprised this one came out as well as it did


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Posted by: sbsix Jul 12 2012, 09:28 PM

this shows the slight curve at the end of the hook towards the rear of the car


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Posted by: sbsix Jul 12 2012, 09:30 PM

the edge is highlighted by the flash, but it does show the curve again


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Posted by: sbsix Jul 12 2012, 09:32 PM

this shows both curves and the relationship of the hook to the oil line coupling.


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Posted by: sbsix Jul 12 2012, 09:35 PM

this shot shows the oil line coupling and the clearances again. Of course, there is play in the line when you move it, but the coupling fits nicely within the curves surfaces.


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another shot of the curves


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Posted by: sbsix Jul 12 2012, 09:42 PM

wish this one turned out without the glare, but it shows the end curve of the oil line hook.

Hope this helped a bit. Keep up your restoration posts, they're fantastic and inspiring. Sorry for all the undercoating in the pictures, this car was delivered and driven in Germany for a few years and they covered the underside in this thick goop. I'm almost afraid to scrape it off for fear of the car falling apart!


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Posted by: Socalandy Jul 12 2012, 11:16 PM

WOW, Thank You Sir!!

That is enough to remove all doubt

Posted by: Socalandy Jul 16 2012, 10:10 PM

Thanks Jeff and Eric

Holy these are nice!!!!!


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Posted by: Socalandy Jul 17 2012, 10:45 PM

notches for body plugs cut and stop dimple hammered in, e-brake tunnel. Time for the seat mounts


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Posted by: Socalandy Jul 21 2012, 07:20 PM

more progress after a trip to see another 914. Yep, with Kent working on 914 #2 for me he has picked up this addiction V8 Conversion 72 and I will make sure he adds it to the database.

Bottom edge of flares cleaned up and body plugs fit sweet.


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Posted by: Socalandy Jul 21 2012, 07:29 PM

flares are rock solid!! The dent in the bottom of the pass. side long was pulled out and back where it belongs


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Posted by: Socalandy Jul 25 2012, 09:18 PM

Carbs are finally done Please ignore the manifolds, I'm resizing the clean set to the larger heads.


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Posted by: Socalandy Jul 25 2012, 09:29 PM

and picked up some powder coat this morning. Time to start putting the front suspension together And Kent made some progress at the shop with the engine mount


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Posted by: Socalandy Jul 26 2012, 06:49 PM

Looking for a confirmation on if this is the correct oil return line from the engine case so I cant have the rest of the lines made?? The bends don't seem quite right and ones a bit longer

Thanks


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Posted by: 1TRICK6 Jul 27 2012, 09:09 AM

Check this link

http://forums.pelicanparts.com/porsche-914-used-parts-sale-wanted/690818-914-6-original-hard-oil-line-330-shipped-any-usa-original-refinished-part.html

Jim

Posted by: Socalandy Jul 27 2012, 10:52 AM

Thanks, I'd seen these and some others on the GT site and that's what started my question. You can see they are similar but have different lengths mainly up front where the nose cone mounts to the engine.

I wish there was a P/N on it

Posted by: Socalandy Jul 31 2012, 10:10 PM

resizing the intakes to match the 3.0 heads. I'm happy with the bit I'm using, it will take less work getting the final finish I want to end up with.


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Posted by: Socalandy Aug 1 2012, 10:12 PM

did some mock up on the front oil cooler so cutting can begin and got the rear sway bar mounts on the car. Slowly chipping away at the list


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Posted by: Socalandy Aug 1 2012, 10:47 PM

rear deck lid is ready for final prep. Kent did a great job getting this back into perfect shape again!!!


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Posted by: Socalandy Aug 4 2012, 12:23 PM

Started the oil cooler install


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Posted by: Mr.242 Aug 5 2012, 09:00 AM

Nice looking car and the work is top notch! Cannot wait to see this car done and driving.

Posted by: Steve Aug 5 2012, 09:22 AM

Nice work Andy!! Thanks for sharing!!

Posted by: ConeDodger Aug 5 2012, 10:21 AM

Andy,
You have probably already seen this picture but I thought I would post this...

This is what an 8.5X16 looks with 225.50X16 tires on AA flares. Your factory flares don't have the flange on the inner arch. Mark had to trim my flares to fit these. You should be just fine...

Great build!


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Posted by: Socalandy Sep 1 2012, 02:49 PM

Thanks Rob, Looks awsome!!!

been awhile on progress pics, the car is almost ready for final blocking and sealing and all the paint has been purchased. still a bit of seam sealing and undercoat it so color is about 3-4 weeks out now


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Posted by: Socalandy Sep 1 2012, 02:53 PM

Oil cooler pan and shroud


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Posted by: Socalandy Sep 1 2012, 03:20 PM

the goods with the canary yellow to be picked up next week


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Posted by: gothspeed Sep 1 2012, 03:38 PM

Wow ....... looking great !!! If you dont mind me asking ....... what kind of primer have you been using to this point?

Posted by: Socalandy Sep 1 2012, 03:51 PM

I will have to ask Kent but its a urethane based primer that woks great applied to bare metal. My color is single stage concept PPG and he had goose bumps when we got it

Posted by: gothspeed Sep 1 2012, 05:01 PM

Thanks man!!! I will finally be putting my flares on in the next day or two and and wanted to prime any bare metal as it arose.

Canary Yellow sounds awesome BTW ....

Posted by: Eric_Shea Sep 2 2012, 12:52 AM

Andy, did you the math on those louvers? I always thought the exit wound was suppose to be 2-3x the size of the entrance wound.

Posted by: brant Sep 2 2012, 12:54 AM

ditto...


but the car is looking amazing Andy!

Posted by: Socalandy Sep 2 2012, 08:47 AM

Thanks Guys!!!

Looks like another row of louvers are needed and up size the others.

I was debating a down facing fan on a thermostat for the chance I get stuck in some hot traffic but the space is tight and I think it would screw up good air flow? I'm still running the cooler on the motor so I think it's over kill. GURU's??

Posted by: Eric_Shea Sep 4 2012, 07:58 AM

I would imagine driving intent would have a lot to do with it but, I would not want heated air hanging up by the cooler

Posted by: Socalandy Oct 28 2012, 10:53 AM

Well my travel fest is over and time to catch up on things, Oil cooler routing was done this weekend and need to download pics of that. Getting very close to color


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Posted by: Socalandy Oct 28 2012, 10:56 AM

really happy with the new floor pan's, allot of work but worth it!! The whole car has been blocked and the color match looks dead on


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Posted by: Krieger Oct 28 2012, 11:14 AM

Your car looks awesome! Why do yo still have the door bars on?

Posted by: Gint Oct 28 2012, 11:38 AM

Lookin good Andy.

Posted by: Socalandy Oct 28 2012, 02:31 PM

The last of the welding was done yesterday to clearance the jack point for the oil lines. It's probably over kill but the car is in spec. and staying that way!! Cheap insurance for sure and the door bars will be in the classified section soon enough.

Dare I say this is the last 914 resto for me

Posted by: JawjaPorsche Oct 28 2012, 02:34 PM

Wow! That is looking great!

Posted by: ThePaintedMan Oct 28 2012, 06:36 PM

Very cool Andy! I hope to one day to be able to invest the time and money that you have into your project - you clearly are doing it the right way.

I really dig the Canary yellow, and you will be really happy with the PPG. Its expensive for a reason!

Posted by: bcheney Oct 28 2012, 06:58 PM

You're doing some nice looking work Andy. Keep up the momentum! I love yellow!!

Posted by: Eric_Shea Oct 28 2012, 11:44 PM

Andy, look into cutting the drivers side 1/4 panel above the jack post for the oil lines. Check my Facebook album for details. I'll try to post some pictures when I get to a pc.

Posted by: Socalandy Oct 30 2012, 10:39 PM

ok, no sawzall but cutting occured. Again a big thanks the Jeff Hines and Eric Shea for the installation input for these awesome oil lines!!!


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Posted by: Socalandy Oct 30 2012, 10:45 PM

another step closer to paint.... Maybe what else will pop up


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Posted by: Cairo94507 Oct 31 2012, 07:25 AM

I love those lines!

Posted by: sbsix Oct 31 2012, 09:46 AM

Andy, that oil line hook looks perfect!

Posted by: Socalandy Oct 31 2012, 09:24 PM

you never know what the day will bring First was my buddy that went to Germany for vacation and he got me an NOS -6 owners manual I need to find my used one, I dont remember it having the VW Porsche verbage?

Then home before the sun went down and started the stiffening mod on the swing arms and then got a little crazy and bought a flex honer and finished the intakes


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Posted by: sixnotfour Oct 31 2012, 09:26 PM

Nice job on the mani's,
front closing plate mailed.

Posted by: 914Sixer Oct 31 2012, 09:43 PM

USA manuals did not have VW Porsche logo on them. It is a ROW version of the manual. Later reproductions had VW Porsche logo on them from Porsche.

Posted by: Socalandy Nov 3 2012, 07:29 PM

got the oil line brackets Thanks Jeff!!!

And got them mocked up. After welding up so many holes we made a few more for the emblem...


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Posted by: Socalandy Nov 3 2012, 07:31 PM

two holes to weld up where a 1.? or 2.0 emblem was I bet based on the spacing someone can tell what it was but I'm not sure what car the tail section came from


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Posted by: sixnotfour Nov 3 2012, 08:09 PM

Andy, I think you need to raise your rear bracket.

Posted by: Socalandy Nov 3 2012, 08:43 PM

I cant raise the top line any higher so I was going to have a buddy add a bit more bend, Did I not clearance something some where?

Posted by: sixnotfour Nov 4 2012, 07:23 AM

yes, just give it a tweek, it wont kink.

Posted by: Tom Nov 4 2012, 02:27 PM

If you wanted to finish off the chassis holes, you could use one of these products.
http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=electronic%20chassis%20edge%20protection&source=web&cd=3&cad=rja&ved=0CCwQFjAC&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.devicetech.com%2Fproducts%2Fwire-protection-grommet-edging.htm&ei=c86WUIGuAsmziwLCmIHAAg&usg=AFQjCNFFRIeRj9FNR6s12KFpUcfg4S8DNg
Tom

Posted by: sixnotfour Nov 4 2012, 05:46 PM

Hey Andy !!
I was at Ralph Meaney's place today with a shopping list of sorts, and I did a bunch of machine work for him and his partners, Anyway I thought of you when he pulled this out of the deep archives. Want It ??
Trust me there is no other -6 parts,


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Posted by: Socalandy Nov 4 2012, 07:23 PM

Thanks Tom, nice looking edge protector!!!

A big thanks to Jeff, another part I can scratch of my list. I had to move my welding work into my courtyard today after the jack hole across the street got bent outta shape Glad I have the cart with wheelsfor the welder and bottle. I hate HOA's


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Posted by: Phil Plummer Nov 4 2012, 07:39 PM

Nice grills !!! does anyone know where I can get a well priced oil coole for my 916 bumper ??? Trying to get this 914/6 project finished-Phil

Posted by: sixnotfour Nov 4 2012, 08:14 PM

Nice welds dude

Thanks for contributing to Ralphs retirement fund..He appreciates it.

Posted by: Eric_Shea Nov 4 2012, 09:15 PM

Looking good Andy

Before you paint or powder those, grind the handbrake adjustment tube flat on the wheel side as well. Depending on how you want to deal with the caliper/rotor offsent, you'll need as much room in there as possible for the caliper.

You can put a 4.5mm spacer under the rotor hat but that will eat up a little clearance and, we can usually use all that we can get.

That leaves spacing the calipers back with washers and they can hit the lip of the adjustment tube (you can see the lip sticking up past the weld on the factory tube).

Just a heads up...

Posted by: sixnotfour Nov 4 2012, 09:28 PM

Or you could buy 916 rotors.

Posted by: Eric_Shea Nov 4 2012, 09:45 PM

Yup... Around $250 each, not that bad actually.

Posted by: Socalandy Nov 6 2012, 09:36 PM

So you like the ride better without the rear sway Eric? Based on all the great comments in the -6 suspension recommendations thread I will be ordering 140lbs progressive springs and adjust full soft to start on the Koni's.

These came today


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Posted by: Eric_Shea Nov 6 2012, 10:42 PM

Much. Had a couple of issues. the bar was hitting the trunk floor and the arms were up against the dials on my GT shocks.

Even with the stock 200lb. GT springs it's much better. I'll be putting some 150's on tomorrow and I'll report back. I believe you are in the sweet spot with what you're planning.

Posted by: Socalandy Nov 11 2012, 04:31 PM

Got it down to the bead of the weld, Do you think I should grind my welds down also or are they out of the way enough?


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Posted by: Gint Nov 12 2012, 10:52 AM

If my welds looked that good, there is no way I'd grind em off.

Posted by: SirAndy Nov 12 2012, 02:05 PM

I'm no expert on aerodynamics, but it would seem that the raised portion of the louvers should point downwards with the opening towards the back of the car.
That way the air under the car will create a low pressure zone at the opening thus helping the hot air to exit.

Your current configuration seems to block air exit instead of aiding it ...

Posted by: Eric_Shea Nov 12 2012, 02:28 PM

Grinding is perfect. No need to grind the others.

Also... I with the Sir on that one

Posted by: Socalandy Nov 12 2012, 08:02 PM

Nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo

Thanks Sir. and glad this was noticed before paint!!! looks like I'm going for the big opening like your GT Eric

I'm glad I don't have to grind down my welds and the cred goes to my buddy Kent as I've learned a lot from him. I didn't tell him the first tube weld was crap due to me forgetting to turn on the bottle

Ground it down and started over I really enjoy the welding!!!

Posted by: Socalandy Nov 29 2012, 09:13 PM

more suspension parts back from powder coating, I know.... front spindals are not green

the body is blocked down to 220 with another guide coat and few more rounds to go. lots of tedious sanding but looking super smooth


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Posted by: sixnotfour Nov 29 2012, 09:34 PM

Its gonna look great... Blue right ??

Posted by: Socalandy Nov 29 2012, 09:46 PM

you mean Adriatic Blue

Posted by: pete000 Nov 29 2012, 09:57 PM

Very impressive !!!

Posted by: oldschool Nov 29 2012, 10:36 PM

What's the target date ....of her unveiling

Posted by: Socalandy Dec 2 2012, 08:20 PM

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I'm thinking Feb/Mar at this point. I don't want to rush anything, I enjoy the reassembly process and want to get it as perfect as I can.

Cleaned the oil tank up today and its off to get flushed out and striped for it's copper dip


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Here's the worst spot on the tank metal wise and look the the sandy grime inside the tank


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more parts for the plating pile


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Is the full level where my arrow is on the dip stick in the middle ? no stamped lines on dip stick

Thanks


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Posted by: Gint Dec 7 2012, 05:42 PM

lol

Posted by: Socalandy Dec 7 2012, 09:50 PM

Thanks again Ralph and Jeff

Posted by: Socalandy Dec 8 2012, 11:27 PM

Kent added braces to the front flares on the trailing end and block sanding down to 220 is done. Fixed the stripped threads for the drivers side swing arm.


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new threaded insert welded in

Kent has finished the first of his custom flares on his car


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Posted by: sixnotfour Dec 9 2012, 04:56 PM

Looks like he deleted the door handles too. Fun

Posted by: Sleepin Dec 18 2012, 03:34 PM

Any updates?

Posted by: Socalandy Dec 19 2012, 10:43 PM

The last and very wet coat of primer, then 320 sanding and sealer


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easier to see the lines wet and before another guide coat


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Posted by: cary Dec 20 2012, 12:52 AM

Looks nice ............
Hopefully I'll be there someday.

Posted by: Cairo94507 Dec 20 2012, 08:15 AM

Loving it. I can't wait to be able to look at pictures of my car in primer after all of the metal work.

Posted by: Socalandy Dec 20 2012, 06:09 PM

Thanks,

I got the oil tank back from the boys at Pacific Oil Cooler service and man is this thing clean inside and out. Thanks to Joe O'brien for telling me about them, they do a great job on coolers and now I know they will referb. tanks too.

now its off to the chrome shop for copper plate and then powder coat.


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Posted by: pete000 Dec 20 2012, 06:42 PM

Almost time to blow color !!

Posted by: Socalandy Dec 21 2012, 06:38 PM

Now that the world didn't end we should have color on the pan,wheel wells, interior and engine compartment before the new year.

I did wrap up the oil tank and opted to use high temp paint instead of powder coating it. Got one little run while shooting it but know one will see it. I want to get a coat of oil inside to keep it from flashing and need some recommendations on what to use that wont contaminate the oil system later. I'm thinking regular motor oil would be OK but will the oil film stay put over time?


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Posted by: mepstein Dec 21 2012, 10:04 PM

Put some motor oil in it and turn it over every once in a while.

Posted by: Socalandy Dec 21 2012, 10:29 PM

That's what I was thinking but thought there might be something better. I didn't like the suggestion of using WD40. Really didn't think that would be something I'd want in the oil system

Posted by: mepstein Dec 21 2012, 10:32 PM

Definitely not WD40.

Posted by: Mark Henry Dec 22 2012, 08:02 AM

Regular oil and mix a bit of blue STP into it.
Say a couple tablespoons STP to a pint of oil. Only use the blue STP.
Use the left over oil for the drill press or any other storage rust protection.

Posted by: Socalandy Dec 29 2012, 02:34 PM

Undercoating today Sorry... cell phone pic. More later


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looks great and works perfect for replacing seams I removed to get at the rust


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Posted by: JRust Dec 29 2012, 04:20 PM

Lookin good Andy! That is really coming along. Keep up the great work

Posted by: OmaPossu Dec 29 2012, 04:26 PM

Looks good in seams! What are you using?

Posted by: Socalandy Dec 29 2012, 09:34 PM

Thanks guy's. Color tomorrow and here are pics not taken with a cell phone


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Posted by: Socalandy Dec 29 2012, 09:36 PM

its gonna be yellow tomorrow


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Posted by: tod914 Dec 29 2012, 11:30 PM

First time I seen your restoration thread Andy. Truly amazing craftsmanship! Really enjoyed reading it, and looking foward to seeing it through completion. Love the nos parts you scored as well.

Posted by: Socalandy Dec 31 2012, 01:15 AM

at last, Paint on the car


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Posted by: Gint Dec 31 2012, 07:17 AM

Andy, isn't that fun?

Posted by: Cairo94507 Dec 31 2012, 07:38 AM

What a milestone! That looks so good. I can't wait to see paint on mine.

Posted by: MoveQik Dec 31 2012, 08:23 AM

Looks fantastic, Andy. Get it done by April 5th and join us on Route 66!

Posted by: Ferg Dec 31 2012, 09:42 AM

Sweet!

Posted by: sixnotfour Dec 31 2012, 11:51 AM

I had better send you the engine mount

Posted by: infraredcalvin Dec 31 2012, 11:57 AM

Wow, looks great, love the progress thread and craftsmanship! Keep it going!

Posted by: ConeDodger Dec 31 2012, 11:58 AM

Great talking to you yesterday Andy... That looks great! We'll do lunch when you come up to Tahoe.

Posted by: Steve Dec 31 2012, 12:46 PM

Awesome job Andy!! Congratulations!!! It's all downhill from here!!

Posted by: casey944 Dec 31 2012, 01:35 PM

Car looks wonderful... Not sure if you are familiar with this one that has recently come available...

Not positive it is canary but you will get the idea...

http://www.maxted-page.com/cars/car-details.aspx?id=236

Posted by: Socalandy Dec 31 2012, 05:07 PM

Thanks for the great comments!!!

back to the shop and unwrapped my present and got some pictures with the Nikon and sun flash to see the color better. I cant believe it has yellow on it, It's been a long haul to see point.




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Posted by: Madswede Dec 31 2012, 06:03 PM

Now THAT's what I'm talkin about! We kept the bottom of my car (and the tire wells and the engine bay) black, but it's interesting to see the other perspective with yours being painted yellow like that.

Posted by: sixnotfour Dec 31 2012, 06:30 PM

Next thing you know Shea will be painting his bottom Yellow

Posted by: Socalandy Dec 31 2012, 07:09 PM

It looks so good in black but the factory definitely painted over the seam sealing and undercoat so that was the obvious course to take. Next will be to put the suspension back on the car and off the rotiss, I know Shea's GT wheel wells are yellow

Posted by: JRust Dec 31 2012, 08:41 PM

Wow! What progress Andy. Always a special day when it get's color

Posted by: pete000 Dec 31 2012, 09:02 PM

Ready to start on mine once your is off the rotisserie?

I'm so jealous.

Some day.....

Posted by: Eric_Shea Jan 1 2013, 11:44 AM

Beautiful Andy. Congrats!

Posted by: Socalandy Jan 1 2013, 03:51 PM

So I'm cleaning up the rack and would like to flush it out and and some fresh oil in but need some recommendations

Thanks in advance!!


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Posted by: Socalandy Jan 1 2013, 05:14 PM

This if from a post in 2003 I found in a search. Whats inside the rack now is a light grease thats black in color. I think its just really dirty but the rack moves smooth with no slop/play

Posted by: TJB/914 Jan 2 2013, 05:49 PM

Andy,

Beautiful build, I love the smell of fresh paint. Now the fun begans with assembly. Keep posting.

Waiting for more paint pic's.

Tom

Posted by: Socalandy Jan 4 2013, 09:50 PM

There's an Elephant in the house Bearings and ball joints are in and waiting to hear back from Rebel on correct P/N for Eibach 140lbs springs for their coil over kit. Should have it on the ground soon.


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Time to get her on her wheels again Some of this is coming back off again for plated parts and the coil over kit. Mainly to get the rest of the paint finished


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the long haul to a fully painted car is almost here


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Posted by: stuttgart46 Jan 10 2013, 03:35 PM

That looks awesome.

Posted by: gms Jan 10 2013, 03:38 PM

Andy,
You are doing a great job!

Posted by: MoveQik Jan 10 2013, 04:16 PM

Hey Andy, why didn't they just paint in while it was on the rotisserie? Just curious.

Posted by: Eric_Shea Jan 10 2013, 05:58 PM

Suspension is looking awesome!

Tip: (for the next guy reading this) Put these on with JB Weld before powdercoating and have the powder coater tape them off. The JB Weld will withstand the heat of the powder oven and the end will be finished...

Posted by: Eric_Shea Jan 10 2013, 06:08 PM

More... MAN THAT"S A GOOD LOOKING CAR! We gotsta cruise together with the yellows!

Posted by: Gint Jan 10 2013, 07:08 PM

Nice job Andy! That's looking very nice.

Posted by: Socalandy Jan 10 2013, 08:57 PM

Thanks Guy's!!!

That would have been nice!! These were a tight fit even before the JB weld and I didn't want to have to sand off powdercoat to fit them so it was all taped off. the front end will all come back off and I will brush on undercoat on the exposed areas before final assembly.

The Yellow's will cruise but Route 66 will be here before we know it so I would guess Red Rocks is more likely.

Kent's plan for an off the rotiss paint job is to lay the paint down the way the car normally sits and having it lower makes it easier. We will bag and tape the car to the floor of the booth so over spray wont be an issue. Final fitting the doors now but will be painted off the car with the deck lids.

Posted by: SirAndy Jan 10 2013, 09:11 PM

No cover for the steering rack coupler???


Otherwise way too nice, you're making us all look bad!

Posted by: Socalandy Jan 10 2013, 09:40 PM

nope, just got her on wheels for final paint. It all comes back off. Also missing shock covers, torsion bars and look at those old tie rod ends. I have some jack stands if it will ease your pain

Posted by: Eric_Shea Jan 10 2013, 10:42 PM

Be VERY careful in final with the suspension. Overspray gets EVERYWHERE. I'd feel better if you had a different suspension for paint.

Posted by: jersey914 Jan 11 2013, 07:37 AM

Beautiful job on this resto. I feel like I am watching "overhaulers"

Posted by: Socalandy Jan 12 2013, 08:48 PM

Doors back on and adjusting gaps. Push it outside in the sun for a look and it started attracting bee's


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Posted by: oldschool Jan 12 2013, 09:19 PM

DUDE SO VERY RIGHT ON MAN!

Posted by: NARP914 Jan 12 2013, 11:53 PM

Car is looking killer, hurry up and get that car out of there so my car can be worked on next

Love seeing all that Yellow!!!!

Posted by: jm993rs Jan 13 2013, 09:19 AM

Good work !!!

Posted by: AZ914 Jan 13 2013, 10:37 AM

Damn Andy, that thing is sweet. Looking forward to the finished product.

Posted by: 76-914 Jan 13 2013, 11:23 AM

Looking good my man.

Posted by: Gint Jan 13 2013, 04:26 PM

Damn! that's yellow. Love it!

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Posted by: ConeDodger Jan 24 2013, 06:46 PM

Thanks Andy! I mounted up my new lower valence today. It was good seeing you again and catching up. Let me know when you bring that yellow beast to Tahoe and we can run them around the lake!

Posted by: Socalandy Jan 31 2013, 01:52 PM

No Problem Rob!!! Back from being out of town. Doors and front and rear lids mounted and gapped and ready for final seal and paint.

cell pics replaced...


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Posted by: MoveQik Jan 31 2013, 02:08 PM

Finally more updates! I have been getting a little twitchy waiting for something new.

Posted by: Socalandy Feb 1 2013, 07:12 PM

gaps looks great and nice to see all the panels on the car!! Drivers side rocker was 5/8 shorter than the passenger side and needed some help final paint, color sand and buffing should be done by months end


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Posted by: rick 918-S Feb 1 2013, 11:55 PM

That thing is BRIGHT!

Posted by: Cairo94507 Feb 2 2013, 08:29 AM

Looking forward to seeing that body painted.

Posted by: Socalandy Feb 3 2013, 08:19 PM

More paint laid down on the inside of front and rear trunk lids


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Posted by: bigkensteele Feb 4 2013, 12:20 AM

Andy, this is one of the best threads going! I love seeing this car come toghether. Truly inspirational!

Posted by: Cairo94507 Feb 4 2013, 06:59 PM

That paint looks delicious!

Posted by: Krieger Feb 4 2013, 07:26 PM

Looks really good!

Posted by: jersey914 Feb 4 2013, 07:33 PM

Andy, are you wet sanding after paint?

Posted by: jersey914 Feb 4 2013, 07:39 PM

Andy, are you wet sanding after paint?

Posted by: Socalandy Feb 4 2013, 08:18 PM

without a doubt, color sand and multi stage buff on the exterior of the car. This paint lays down so nice by itself and cant wait to see it color sanded and buffed out!!!

Posted by: Eric_Shea Feb 5 2013, 11:22 AM

Hurry Up Damnit!

Posted by: Socalandy Feb 5 2013, 03:50 PM

Sorry Man This is a nights and weekends project. I wish it was full time, it would be done if it was.

Posted by: jersey914 Feb 5 2013, 05:40 PM

I love that you are doing the paint as nice as you are doing ever other part of the project. I am getting ready to repaint my 74' I have just a few body touch ups and then I want a fresh look of metallic silver. Everyone thinks I'm nuts but I want it to look as nice as the day it rolled out of Germany! Keep up the good work! You make us all proud to be owners.

Posted by: Eric_Shea Feb 5 2013, 07:07 PM

Drop the excuses!

The crowd here is getting restless. Not sure how much longer we can hold them back. I've heard rumors that some of them are arming themselves with a gallon of Rustoleum "Yellow" and a bunch of short nap rollers for a true 914 CSOB fixer-upper party!

Posted by: tod914 Feb 5 2013, 08:20 PM

Really looking nice! Seems like every little nut and bolt is polished on it. Going to be a stunning car.

Posted by: Socalandy Feb 5 2013, 09:47 PM

My garage can handle a small crowd when the time come's How much color sanding was needed after you used the nap roller process on your GT??

Posted by: Eric_Shea Feb 5 2013, 09:55 PM

Who told!?!

Posted by: sixnotfour Feb 5 2013, 10:13 PM

It wont have to be this flat, my oe paint car is orange peel deluxe.

Posted by: Socalandy Feb 5 2013, 10:25 PM

So Eric will talk you into the nap roller paint job for authenticity

Posted by: Socalandy Feb 6 2013, 10:33 PM

More rocker shaping and glass work, plaster back fill poured in to retain shape if grinding back broke thru. these things still need some work but getting there.


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Posted by: AZ914 Feb 7 2013, 09:06 AM

Looks like a great fit!

Are you going to run a flared rear valance too?

Posted by: Socalandy Feb 7 2013, 12:28 PM

We are fitting one and will be painted satin blc withe the others. I'll just take it off when Shea is in town

Posted by: Socalandy Feb 9 2013, 08:30 PM

final block sanding today. Sorry, just cell pictures


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Final wet sand and let the paint fly short rear valance is being modified to fit the flares, rockers are done and front valance fitted.


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Posted by: oldschool Feb 21 2013, 12:31 AM

Andy your Project Rocks man!....I need to get a ride once your done..

Posted by: euro911 Feb 21 2013, 01:06 AM

Amazing progress Andy, especially from seeing what it looked like at the start

Posted by: Socalandy Feb 27 2013, 08:29 PM

wet sanding done and sealer and paint this weekend. She's got her high heels on and time to bag the belly and suspension.


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Posted by: JRust Feb 27 2013, 08:40 PM

I can't wait man

Posted by: jersey914 Feb 27 2013, 08:45 PM

Ready for the full dose of yello! Bring it on!

Posted by: ruby914 Feb 27 2013, 08:50 PM

Great painting weather this weekend.
That’s going to be a beautiful car!
Looking good Andy.

Posted by: Eric_Shea Feb 28 2013, 12:12 AM

OK... we're coming down to help wet sand!

Posted by: effutuo101 Feb 28 2013, 08:59 AM

Wow! Great work!

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 2 2013, 08:40 PM

Eric sure helped get the sanding wrapped up after a ride in his bad ass GT, then Kent wrapped the car for sealer and paint. sealed today and It will be Yellow tomorrow


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Posted by: sixnotfour Mar 2 2013, 09:57 PM

Anticipation.....................

Posted by: JRust Mar 2 2013, 10:15 PM

Man would you paint that sucker! I can't take it anymore

I've got to see that yellow on that car

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Posted by: tscrihfield Mar 2 2013, 11:50 PM

This is exciting! Best of luck!

Thomas

Posted by: jersey914 Mar 3 2013, 07:18 AM

Damn, you even mask, well......good luck with the color!

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Posted by: sixnotfour Mar 3 2013, 10:51 AM

My calendar says its Tomorrow Already

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Posted by: Gint Mar 3 2013, 05:02 PM

Far out Andy! Looks awesome. I'm looking forward to seeing parts installations!

Posted by: JRust Mar 3 2013, 05:28 PM

Finally color! I want more

Posted by: Pat Garvey Mar 3 2013, 06:53 PM

I passed on reading this thread some time ago, because it was lengthy.

Today was my brithday, and treated like royalty all day, so I started at the beginning and have been mesmerized to this very point!

Most of you know that I am an asshole purist, but that ends with this six. It's been built the way one would be built today. The craftsmanship is truely remarkable. The focus, from the beginning, is really inspiring. Devotion to the focal point is unreal, yet Andy is more than willing to get the input of experts.

From the early search for correct NOS parts to now, the final paint, is impressive. We all know that this is a no cost spared resto of what many would have junked years ago. It'll be worth its wieght in gold when finished.

The metalwork is next to none.

Extreme job Andy! I love it, but it should be red.
Pat

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 3 2013, 06:53 PM

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Posted by: MoveQik Mar 3 2013, 07:46 PM

There is no such thing.

The car looks great Andy. Can't wait to see it go back together! Good seeing you today in Anaheim.

Posted by: sixnotfour Mar 3 2013, 07:55 PM

It is a much sweeter shade then Wills or Shea's Nice , I think my 70 is the same shade

Posted by: Steve Mar 3 2013, 08:20 PM

Andy good to see you today at the show. The car is looking great!! I love Yellow on 914's!!

Posted by: Ferg Mar 3 2013, 08:36 PM

Your future is so bright

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 3 2013, 11:01 PM

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Posted by: skeates Mar 4 2013, 01:15 AM

Those pics look fantastic! What color yellow is that?

Posted by: Nie Zu Alt Mar 4 2013, 01:38 AM

Andy,

I just read through the whole thread yesterday. Comparing the pictures of the car at the beginning to now, it's amazing how far this car has come along. Excellent attention to detail and such dedication. You and Kent should both be very proud and happy with the results. I had to show this thread to my wife, especially the pictures of what you started with. She then sat down and read the entire thread. The 3 of us met in Ouray and chatted briefly (looking over your car) the morning everybody pulled out of town. We're looking forward to watching it all come together!

Thanks!

Posted by: Jgilliam914 Mar 4 2013, 06:08 AM

From the beginning to now is one helluva transformation!! I love the color. Tell Pat to kiss your I do understand why some would think original is best but so few are left original at this point. One day I hope to find a good survivor and take it back to original but until then Rock on! It looks great!

Posted by: ConeDodger Mar 4 2013, 06:47 AM

OMG!!!

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Posted by: TJB/914 Mar 4 2013, 07:12 AM

I second "OMG" beautiful work.

Andy, now everyone will paint their 914 YELLOW and ruin the yellow market. Wait till you take it outside in the sunlight, every bug in the area will think it's a flower. Bugs like fresh paint.

Tom

Posted by: Chris H. Mar 4 2013, 07:44 AM

Looks tasty.

Posted by: 76-914 Mar 4 2013, 08:44 AM

You've come a long way Andy. Nice work! Looks like you'll make Red Rock's this year.

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 4 2013, 09:31 AM

Thanks everyone!!!!!!

This was a big weekend for the car. After paint cure time the color sanding and polish will happen and back home for assembly I cant thank Kent from Auto Art Customs enough for all his efforts to get the car to this point and prep the car to get it back into #29 Canary yellow again the way it left the factory.

Again, Thanks from Kent and I for the great comments.

Posted by: cary Mar 4 2013, 09:51 AM

I'm thinking it should be white. LOL.
Had to skip to the end .............. I'm only on page 11.

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 4 2013, 10:08 AM

Got to hang out with the Erc's from PMB performance and got my incredible rear calipers in GT spec.

These will get me into the corners, The flat six will get me out Thanks guy`s!!!


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Posted by: JRust Mar 4 2013, 12:09 PM

Beautiful Andy! Damn it was worth the wait . That is going to be just incredible. Can't wait to see the reassembly now

Posted by: jersey914 Mar 4 2013, 01:07 PM

I think we are living this resto vicariously through you! Looking amazing !!

Posted by: pete000 Mar 4 2013, 02:57 PM

Wow, doesn't get any better than that !

Posted by: Madswede Mar 4 2013, 05:34 PM

That is really amazing. with the above compliments. Well done so far! Can't wait to see it finished!

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Posted by: Pat Garvey Mar 4 2013, 06:47 PM

I hope you meant this with tongue-in-cheek. I gave plaudits to the entire undertaking & believe it one of the most fantastic sixes out there. I am merely partial to Bahia Red.
Pat

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 4 2013, 07:14 PM

If this was Pat's car I'm sure he would do one of two things, sell it for a red one or give in and paint it factory Canary yellow. I'm beginning to wonder if my love for Yellow has you guy's thinking it wasn't yellow originally but it was.

Posted by: euro911 Mar 4 2013, 08:12 PM

I see a red door and I want it painted black
No colors anymore I want them to turn black
I see the girls walk by dressed in their summer clothes
I have to turn my head until my darkness goes

I see a line of cars and they're all painted black
With flowers and my love, both never to come back
I see people turn their heads and quickly look away
Like a newborn baby it just happens ev'ryday

I look inside myself and see my heart is black
I see my red door and it has been painted black
Maybe then I'll fade away and not have to face the facts
It's not easy facing up when your whole world is black

No more will my green sea go turn a deeper blue
I could not forsee this thing happening to you
If I look hard enough into the setting sun
My love will laugh with me before the morning comes

I see a red door and I want it painted black
No colors anymore I want them to turn black
I see the girls walk by dressed in their summer clothes
I have to turn my head until my darkness goes

Hmm, hmm, hmm...

I wanna see it painted black, painted black
Black as night, black as coal
I wanna see the sun, blotted out from the sky
I wanna see it painted, painted, painted, painted black
Yeah

Hmm, hmm, hmm...

MICK JAGGER & KEITH RICHARDS

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 4 2013, 08:48 PM

please go easy guy's!!!! It's stupid little shit or comments that go misunderstood that create unneeded friction and sometimes cant be undone!!!

Posted by: sixnotfour Mar 5 2013, 11:37 AM

your right.. paint it green

Posted by: boogie_man Mar 5 2013, 11:58 AM

That looks great Andy and great job !!!!! Can't wait to see the assembly
pix.....

Posted by: 76-914 Mar 5 2013, 12:08 PM

Bet ya can't remember who or what that song was written about.....

Posted by: hot_shoe914 Mar 5 2013, 01:14 PM

you're

Posted by: euro911 Mar 5 2013, 01:16 PM

I always thought it was about the death of a girlfriend ...

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 5 2013, 01:48 PM

Too late, Maybe I'll do the next car green

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 6 2013, 10:06 PM

getting close on the rear valance and saw the car in person since it was painted and got better pictures with my SLR. I should have pack for the night!!! It was hard to leave the shop


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Posted by: sixnotfour Mar 6 2013, 10:29 PM

Wow

Posted by: yellgokart Mar 6 2013, 11:22 PM

Love to see Yellow on a Car, car has come a long way... congrats buddy!! Can't wait to have to join up with you to pick up this car so you can bring it home to start putting it together!!

Tell Kent, he did some magic on this car and he will be doing my next few projects!!

Keep the pictures coming

Posted by: Cairo94507 Mar 7 2013, 06:35 AM

Man that looks so nice. Made me very jealous. Congratulations on such a terrific looking car.

Posted by: trojanhorsepower Mar 7 2013, 06:11 PM

Man, that looks great!

I love the color!

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 7 2013, 10:01 PM

Color sanding began and put the tags back on


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Posted by: bigkensteele Mar 7 2013, 10:07 PM

HOW did you put the Karmann tag back on (and take it off for that matter)? Did you silk-screen it, or was it in that condition when you took it off? Looks fantastic!

This is one of my all-time favorite threads. Great work, Andy!!!

Posted by: pete000 Mar 7 2013, 10:18 PM

My karman tag has no black paint left on it!

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 7 2013, 10:27 PM

The tag is held on by spiral pins and can be pushed out from behind going thru the access holes where the speaker goes. reused the original pins to reinstall.

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 8 2013, 06:56 PM

Looking back at my pictures and thought I'd show the stages of progress


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Posted by: reharvey Mar 8 2013, 07:06 PM

Unbelievable transformation!

Posted by: jeeperjohn56 Mar 8 2013, 07:18 PM

Andy, you and Kent have done a great job of bringing this car back to life. Keep going its almost done.John

Posted by: Justin Fischer Mar 8 2013, 08:16 PM

Wow...amazing!

Posted by: mikelsr Mar 8 2013, 08:59 PM

I'm very impressed with the results. Congrats.

Posted by: Cairo94507 Mar 8 2013, 09:32 PM

Just WOW is all I can say. You saved one for all of us. That car and color is just incredible. I can't wait to see more as it comes together. A first class job

Posted by: oldschool Mar 9 2013, 02:20 AM

Andy I never driven in a 6........I need a ride dude when your all done

Posted by: tod914 Mar 9 2013, 09:28 AM

Beautiful job Andy! So much for factory runs. Is the Karman tag new? Looks perfect!

Posted by: Cupomeat Mar 9 2013, 09:54 AM

I am inspired!!!

Time for me to get a project car...

Posted by: FourBlades Mar 9 2013, 09:59 AM

Awesome...

John

Posted by: 914Pro Mar 9 2013, 12:07 PM

Do you have a d-jectronic pressure sensor?

Posted by: rick 918-S Mar 9 2013, 05:19 PM

Nice

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 9 2013, 08:41 PM

Replied to your thread...


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Posted by: Socalandy Mar 9 2013, 09:06 PM

Front section color sanded and polished


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Posted by: G e o r g e Mar 9 2013, 09:33 PM

Andy the car is looking great, one of these days I would love to check it out. Perhaps before an Angels game this season.

Posted by: 6freak Mar 9 2013, 11:25 PM

DANG!... thats gonna be kick ass

Posted by: yellgokart Mar 10 2013, 11:36 PM

I saw this car in person today and this car is Kick-a!@ already. What a transformation this project has done... amazing progress.

Looking forward to "Final-Assembly"... and lots of these

Rock-on Buddy!!

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 14 2013, 09:46 AM

one more pass with 2000 and polish. Thanks again to Kent for finishing the front fender so I could see the end result early. This weekend should wrap it up and then home


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Posted by: Eric_Shea Mar 14 2013, 10:31 AM

Gonna be amazing!

(already is)

Posted by: MDG Mar 14 2013, 12:59 PM

Beautiful, Andy. Can't wait for the assembly pics!

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 16 2013, 08:41 PM

So the body is color sanded and had its first cut polish with a final polish to finish it off. Finished the suspension with the coils over kit and springs and installed the torsion bars.

time to get a trailer and get it home next weekend


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Posted by: scotty b Mar 16 2013, 08:57 PM

slick

Posted by: wingnut86 Mar 17 2013, 12:06 AM

Bitchin!

Posted by: rick 918-S Mar 17 2013, 01:10 AM

When's the build party?

Posted by: Chris H. Mar 17 2013, 04:17 PM

The paint is unbelievable.

Posted by: sbsix Mar 17 2013, 04:22 PM

Andy,

This is a great thread, thanks for sharing it with all of us. Are you using 140 lb rear springs? Can you tell me about your adjustable perches & Bilsteins; I would love to duplicate on my six.

sbsix

Posted by: peteyd Mar 18 2013, 01:30 PM

Andy,

I saw those wheels and I...



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VLnWf1sQkjY

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 18 2013, 04:29 PM

They are 140lbs Eibach springs and Rebel Racing's Adj. perches. The bilsteins are the Sports and had them on my 72 and liked them!!

I decided on the 140's from others that have been down this same path and found the 180's made for a terrible ride. Easy install

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 18 2013, 04:37 PM

Another great job by Al Reed Polishing and sorry about your mishap...

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 19 2013, 10:03 PM

Doors back on and it's almost a complete 914 roller


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Posted by: sixnotfour Mar 19 2013, 10:14 PM

I have a great PORSCHE side script in Green...............JK

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 24 2013, 04:43 PM

The big trailer ride home happened today Time to start getting it back together


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Posted by: Peashooter Mar 24 2013, 05:32 PM

Looks great! I know the feeling, brought mine home like that in the fall. Good luck with the build!

Posted by: sixnotfour Mar 24 2013, 07:17 PM

I drove mine home.........................

Posted by: Eric_Shea Mar 24 2013, 07:58 PM

Looks great Andy. Hurry, September is coming fast!

Bill, love those tires.

Posted by: Cairo94507 Mar 24 2013, 08:24 PM

Milestone day

Posted by: Krieger Mar 24 2013, 08:47 PM

Very Nice!

Posted by: boogie_man Mar 25 2013, 12:18 PM

That looks awesome !!!! Keep those pix coming, we're right behind
you

Posted by: pete000 Mar 25 2013, 02:16 PM

Now that's nice body work !

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Mar 25 2013, 10:10 PM

I don't EVER want paint that good, that perfect. And since I'm doing it myself, there isn't much chance of that happening anyway. Fantastic Andy.

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 25 2013, 10:44 PM

Thanks!!!

This is my dream car come true and wanted nothing but the best I could give it. Thanks to the members here and Kent!!! I'm so happy with whats been accomplished. I don't own a trailer..... Yet but this car will be driven often when it's done and know that you "Elliot" will put a well placed hand print on her at every stop we make at a R66 or Red Rocks event.

I'm ready

Posted by: Eric_Shea Mar 26 2013, 08:27 PM

Andy, we can take shifts in the parking lot and be on "Elliot Watch".

Posted by: Ferg Mar 26 2013, 08:42 PM

So Andy, is there any small stuff you are still hunting down we can help you find?

Posted by: NARP914 Mar 26 2013, 10:28 PM

Very nice buddy, can't wait to see this car done! There are many pictures missing from this thread... so let me help you.




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Posted by: Socalandy Mar 28 2013, 10:10 PM

Wow, Thanks for the offer Ferg!!! I can only imagine what crazy good parts you would have in your stash. I'll let you know when I do

Posted by: NARP914 Mar 28 2013, 10:49 PM

Time for some building to take place...

Here's some more pictures to show how great the body and paint came out from Kent's shop. He will do my car next




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Posted by: porsche_dreamer Mar 29 2013, 12:36 AM

Looks amazing! Something about yellow looks so good on a teener.

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 30 2013, 09:12 PM

More work on the harness, Out with the original one that was cut to hell and missing the whole rear section. Cleaning the used one I got from Proto31. Thanks Dan!!! Some crimp connectors that will be removed for solder and shrink treatment,

A shot of the dash assembly, I will only be repainting the top and face to and stay clear of the chassis #.


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Posted by: Socalandy Mar 30 2013, 09:15 PM

before and after cleaning and new wrapping. This is time consuming


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Posted by: 914Sixer Mar 31 2013, 07:02 AM

New body harnesses are available but they are not cheap.

Posted by: Cairo94507 Mar 31 2013, 07:07 AM

Very nice and I love the chassis number shot

Posted by: Socalandy Apr 4 2013, 08:05 PM

well I finally got a compliance decal done for my car and the first thing to go on the car since it came home. Still working on cleaning up the harness and dash assembly


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Posted by: Socalandy Apr 20 2013, 02:14 PM

still working on the dash assembly and got the front hood on the car and gap'd today so it's out of harms way. I have the the front and rear lights ready to install once the harness goes in.



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Posted by: Cairo94507 Apr 20 2013, 03:28 PM

I am so jealous.

Posted by: Socalandy May 1 2013, 08:22 PM

Been busy with work but more progress on the harness and installed the sail vinyl and ready for trim. I'll post pics when the trim is all on. A few more part arrived thanks to Jeff Hines and Aase Sales. Time to get cracking!!!



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Posted by: Eric_Shea May 1 2013, 08:24 PM

Ooooo you got that mirror. I'd been eyeing that for a while now. Decent price considering.

Posted by: Socalandy May 2 2013, 03:54 PM

Thanks PMB!!! These lines are sweeeeeeet And I had to pull the trigger on these Koni's


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Posted by: TJB/914 May 2 2013, 04:06 PM

Hey Eric,
I think I have one of those mirror's??? What's special about mirror's???
Tom

BTW Andy: Beautiful build & keep those photo's coming.

Posted by: eric9144 May 2 2013, 04:14 PM

TJB/914 check the part #

That's the '6' mirror, slightly smaller than the '4' and really hard to find as NOS...

Keep up the good work Andy!!

Posted by: Socalandy May 2 2013, 04:17 PM

it is an early mirror and smaller top to bottom from later versions and was in -6 cars, not sure about MY 71 and 72 -6 cars? but someone here will

Posted by: mepstein May 2 2013, 07:45 PM

I'm pretty sure it's the same as the one on my '71 - Definately smaller than the one that I took of my '75

Posted by: bulitt May 2 2013, 08:10 PM

Are the black pre-bent lines Stainless?

Posted by: Socalandy May 2 2013, 09:10 PM

PMB has it all !!! these are Green coated steel in the original finish for all 914's through 1976. These also come in tin coated lines for a budget repair and stainless steel for those who never want to do this job again. Pre-bent for every corner of your 914



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Posted by: Eric_Shea May 2 2013, 10:05 PM

Andy has the factory green coated lines. All 914's had them. They are actually more expensive than the stainless steel lines because the material isn't as readily available. OM steel (tin coated steel) is the least expensive and Stainless is the mid-priced line.

We're still waiting on the right front line from the MC and the later front caliper lines

Posted by: bulitt May 3 2013, 01:40 AM

Sweet! I see you have a page on your site to order now!
Thank You Eric!

Posted by: sbsix May 3 2013, 11:13 AM

What does it say about me when I find the picture of Andy's brake line set-up from Eric more exiting than the pictures on the Hot Chicks thread?

Posted by: Cairo94507 May 3 2013, 01:47 PM

I know..... I was thinking the same thing. I know I need brake lines for my project and now I know where to get them. Thanks for having these Eric.

Posted by: Socalandy May 16 2013, 06:09 PM

well I still need to install the trim but here are some pics of the sail vinyl install. I also had the gas tank cleaned and red coated and its in metal etching primer now.

More this weekend


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