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Posted by: hwgunner Oct 26 2010, 11:28 AM

Just checking to see if anyone is interested in a group buy for 914-6 engine sheet metal. 10 sets sold gets them for $300/set. Post here is you are in.

Posted by: sixgt Oct 27 2010, 07:53 AM

I would be in for two sets.

Posted by: JmuRiz Oct 27 2010, 08:32 AM

Which set is it? The nice metal ones Rich Johnson sells?

I'd be interested in a set.

Any chance of an aftermarket alumn oil-tank setup group buy :-) I'd need the whole shabang, tank, console, filler, lines t-stat...

Posted by: hwgunner Oct 27 2010, 08:57 AM

Yes, Rich has bought these from GPR in the past and yes they are nice metal sets. As for the other stuff, give me a complete list and i will see what i can do.

Posted by: tradisrad Oct 27 2010, 10:12 AM

I'm in for a set!

Posted by: FourBlades Oct 27 2010, 10:18 AM

Are these powdercoated, painted, or raw metal?

I am in for a set either way.

John

Posted by: markb Oct 27 2010, 10:19 AM

We get them raw, but we have a local powdercoater that does a nice job. Ask Elliott about the powdercoated set he got from us.

Posted by: FourBlades Oct 27 2010, 10:29 AM

Does $300 include powdercoating?

Thanks,

John

Posted by: patssle Oct 27 2010, 11:51 AM

I am curious to hear about the powder coating as well...and a possible oil tank group buy.

Might be in, not sure yet.

Posted by: tradisrad Oct 27 2010, 11:58 AM

Good question! But I doubt it

Posted by: markb Oct 27 2010, 12:13 PM

No, sorry.

Posted by: JmuRiz Oct 27 2010, 02:19 PM

Hmmm, not sure all the lines that I would need, as I've never done a 914/6 conversion before (anyone else here know?)
But I'd need the tank (I really liked the dwdesignwerks tank, not sure if those are available anymore though), the oil filter console, filler-dipstick console/tube, lines that go from the oil tank to the engine.

edit: make my tin set powdercoated black too.

Posted by: PanelBilly Oct 27 2010, 03:05 PM

I'm in. Are they different for each engine size 2.2, 2.7, 3.0?

Posted by: Mikey914 Oct 27 2010, 03:46 PM

Just some food for thought. You may want to see about a group buy on the powder coating on these. Usually you're at the min lot charge for doing these, and since you'll have them all there at once, you may be able to have them done at about $50 a set (maybe l;ess), since it's raw metal, it dosent get ant easier than that!

Posted by: Scott Schroeder Oct 27 2010, 04:44 PM

Ugh. This is killing me - what a GREAT deal (the fiberglass sets are 350.00 from Getty).

I decided not to repaint my engine compartment (it is black, but the car is white)and then use the amber fiberglass version to brighten things up (saves money on both fronts).

I wonder what it would look like if I did the sheet metal in white? So, black engine compartment, amber fan shroud and white sheet metal. I think I need to learn photoshop...

Posted by: hwgunner Oct 27 2010, 06:40 PM

Powder coating will be $50.00 per set. This is a 2 part process with a primer and top coat. Color will all need to be the same. i did a set recently in 20% satin black and it looked great. Powder coating will take a week to get done ones we firm everything up.

Posted by: hwgunner Oct 27 2010, 06:46 PM

they are the same up to the 3.2. If you have a 3.6 then they are different.

Posted by: MDG Oct 27 2010, 06:46 PM

I'd be in for a set with the powder coating.

m.

Posted by: hwgunner Oct 27 2010, 06:47 PM

So far it looks like 6 for sure and 2 maybe's. Couple more and i will get them ordered (take a week to get) and start collecting the $$$:beer2:

Posted by: tradisrad Oct 27 2010, 08:38 PM

let me know when to pay. i assume you do pay pal? is shipping included in the $300? i will be in for the powder coating as well

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Oct 28 2010, 12:21 AM

The tin is nicely done. I think the powder coating is worth it. My picture doesn't do it justice.


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Posted by: PanelBilly Oct 28 2010, 12:28 AM

I have a friend who owns a powder coating business who owes me lots of favors, so I rather get one that wasn't coated

Posted by: SLITS Oct 28 2010, 01:51 PM

Ok, Jonathan & Mark, you sucked me in. Down for 1 set.

Posted by: PanelBilly Oct 29 2010, 08:30 AM

Bump to the top so more folks will see this and the order minimum will be reached

For the record, I'm in for one, but I'd prefer to not pay the extra for the powdercoat if that doesn't screw up the order

Posted by: Mark Henry Oct 29 2010, 08:34 AM

Dang....but I've already made my own tin using my buds /6 tin as a template or I would have been in on this.
Good deal.

Posted by: hwgunner Oct 29 2010, 10:17 AM

Need ten orders for tin, the powder coating will just be an extra.

Posted by: Scott Schroeder Oct 29 2010, 10:35 AM

Sorry - I am going to have to pass. My engine compartment would just be too dark - and based on mocking things up last night, painting the tins another color is a bit to much Miami Vice for me.

Thanks a million for the offer. That is such a great deal!!

Posted by: hwgunner Oct 31 2010, 08:59 AM

Still at 6 and 1 maybe. Couple more and i can order and start collecting $$.

Posted by: DEC Oct 31 2010, 04:51 PM

I'm in for one set

Posted by: DEC Nov 2 2010, 02:11 PM

Posted by: hwgunner Nov 2 2010, 04:09 PM

one more person in and i will buy the last 2 and we will get this done.

Posted by: patssle Nov 2 2010, 06:54 PM

I'll let you know tomorrow or Thursday if my 'maybe' becomes a yes or no.

Posted by: hwgunner Nov 3 2010, 08:49 AM

Great!

Posted by: patssle Nov 3 2010, 02:54 PM

I'm in!

And as JmuRiz mentioned, would love to hear about an oil tank group buy too!

Posted by: hwgunner Nov 4 2010, 01:09 PM

OK, we have enough people to go ahead with this Group Buy. I am now going to PM everyone with instructions for payment. Please also note that just because we have enough people to do the buy does not mean that we are closed for orders. If anyone else wants a set just let me know and i will ad you to the list.

Posted by: hwgunner Nov 4 2010, 01:34 PM

all PM's have been sent to interested parties

Posted by: carr914 Nov 5 2010, 06:18 PM

Anyway I can be kinda part of this - I only need one of the pieces - the long one.

T.C.

Posted by: mepstein Nov 5 2010, 06:35 PM

T.C. - I have some extra pieces of oem sheetmetal. Show me a pic of what you need. Mark

Posted by: hwgunner Nov 6 2010, 10:21 AM

Yes you can. I already spoke to jim and he told me you needed the long piece. I am just waiting to hear what the cost is. I will PM you know Monday or Tuesday.

Posted by: hwgunner Nov 9 2010, 12:20 PM

OK, everyone is paid and we are just waiting for the tin. May have by Friday but for sure Monday. Will ship the plain tin Monday and and deliver the other to the powder coater. Those should be done Friday following and ship by the next Monday.

Posted by: JmuRiz Nov 9 2010, 01:01 PM

Sweet! Super turnaround thus far on this GB....onto the DWDesign oil tanks haha.

Posted by: ONTHEGRIND Nov 11 2010, 08:24 PM

Any room for another one ? pm me if so thank you..

Posted by: hwgunner Nov 18 2010, 08:15 PM

OK, still a few sets available on these if any one is interested.

Update: The tin came in yesterday evening. Couple days late but it is here. The orders that were placed for raw tin were shipped today as well as an order for just the long piece. The rest of the tin went to the powder coater today and should be back late next week for shipment by next Friday. I will keep you posted if anything changes.

Posted by: MDG Nov 30 2010, 11:17 AM

My powder coated tins arrived today. They look fantastic - thanks for this, Jonathan!

m.

Posted by: hwgunner Nov 30 2010, 11:20 AM

All tin has been shipped and everyone should be getting theirs shortly. Still have a set left if anyone is interested.

Posted by: JmuRiz Nov 30 2010, 11:52 AM

Wow, look forward to getting it...just got a muffler yesterday and carbs the week before...ordering headers today.

Looks like I just have the oil system and mount to go (along with other bits I'm forgetting).

Posted by: patssle Nov 30 2010, 12:35 PM

Flywheel/adapter plate/clutch?

What muffler did you go with?

I just ordered my headers yesterday from MSDS! I won't do my conversion until next year, so will wait and see what happens with the oil tank group buy.

Posted by: JmuRiz Nov 30 2010, 03:38 PM

Yeah, I'm waiting on that oil-tank group buy too..really want that PMS one.

I just got an el-cheepo Bursch for the muffler...$65 trumps $725 for an M&K any day.

Yeah, I'll have to see what I need for clutch etc...mine's a 2.7 so I'll talk with the experts on what's needed.

Posted by: patssle Nov 30 2010, 05:57 PM

Where did you get a Bursch muffler for $65? Used? I'm thinking of going Bursch, then re-painting it or powdercoating myself.

Posted by: SLITS Nov 30 2010, 06:05 PM

For a 2.7 .... early 901 6 bolt flywheel and standard 2.0L 4 cylinder clutch disk & pressure plate.

Posted by: patssle Nov 30 2010, 06:10 PM

Or same flywheel and an adapter plate? At least on my 3.0L, I have the option of either way.

Posted by: JmuRiz Nov 30 2010, 08:29 PM

Good info to have, thanks guys.

Yep got the muffler used, I plan on repainting with VHT paint...check on PelicanParts for used early 911 or 914 exhausts, and naturally check this board's ads too.

Posted by: bigkensteele Nov 30 2010, 10:51 PM

I just saw this thread. Can I still get a powder coated set? Please PM me, as I can't really check the board that often.

Thanks,
Ken

Posted by: Jeffs9146 Dec 21 2010, 11:39 AM

Any of these still available? Raw or coated?

Posted by: tomeric914 Dec 21 2010, 12:51 PM

Received my sheet metal today. Excellent stuff Jonathan! Thanks!

Posted by: hwgunner Dec 31 2010, 03:09 PM

Have one more raw set available to ship right now. Lets finish off the year on a high note.

Posted by: kconway Jan 20 2011, 02:24 PM

Need this too, is that raw set still available on this GB?

Kev

Posted by: hwgunner Jan 20 2011, 04:04 PM

This GB is still open. Besides yours Kev, I have 4 more sets.

jonathan

Posted by: jeeperjohn56 Jan 21 2011, 09:03 AM

Hey Jonathan, I'll take a set powder coated in a satin black if possiable, send me a total and paypal address. Thanks John

Posted by: hwgunner Jan 27 2011, 07:33 PM

OK, I have 2 sets left. These are powder coated so they are $350.00. If you want them speak up now as they killer price ends when these are gone.

Posted by: hwgunner Feb 18 2011, 12:13 AM

Bump

Posted by: RiqueMar Feb 18 2011, 09:46 AM

What's the poweder coating look like on those two that are still left?

Posted by: hwgunner Feb 18 2011, 11:10 AM

Here is a picture from one of the guys above. It is 20% flat according to my powder coater.

jonathan


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Posted by: hwgunner Feb 25 2011, 10:05 PM

2 powder coated sets left and that is it for the GB price.