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Posted by: SirAndy Dec 9 2016, 07:52 PM

McMark took some time out of his busy schedule to fly to CA and help me get my /6 rolling.

It will be traveling to Original Customs in Michigan soon to begin its transformation into a running and driving car.





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Posted by: altitude411 Dec 9 2016, 07:54 PM

my favorite program...

Posted by: G e o r g e Dec 9 2016, 08:02 PM

I have been wondering when you would pull the trigger

Posted by: Mark Henry Dec 9 2016, 08:41 PM

Is this the car you put on the celette bench years ago?
Basically almost worthless at the time?
Didn't you try to sell it?

Who's laughing now?

Posted by: SirAndy Dec 9 2016, 08:45 PM

Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes


See link in my signature for the old for sale Ad ...

Posted by: bretth Dec 9 2016, 10:02 PM

Wow so cool to see it come to light again. Can't believe it would not sell only so many years ago.

Posted by: Cairo94507 Dec 9 2016, 10:17 PM

Excellent! How cool it will be to watch that build come together. Cheers -

Posted by: horizontally-opposed Dec 9 2016, 10:28 PM

Hooray!

Love this. Will be watching!

Posted by: McMark Dec 9 2016, 10:33 PM

I am pretty damn excited.

Posted by: rick 918-S Dec 9 2016, 11:03 PM

Posted by: brant Dec 9 2016, 11:14 PM

This is great news.

Posted by: RobW Dec 10 2016, 05:27 AM

Looks good Andy. Happy to see you do this in our lifetime.

Posted by: jim_hoyland Dec 10 2016, 06:18 AM

Very cool ! Good to see this

Posted by: Cairo94507 Dec 10 2016, 08:08 AM

If you plan to have Harvey do the wheels, get them to him sooner rather than later....He is so booked it is a 2 year wait at least. Well worth it, but plan accordingly.

Posted by: tygaboy Dec 10 2016, 08:35 AM

"We can rebuild him... we have the technology..."

Posted by: bretth Dec 10 2016, 08:51 AM

Yes the Six Million Dollar /6?

Steve Austin approved.



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Posted by: SirAndy Dec 10 2016, 11:41 AM

Posted by: ConeDodger Dec 10 2016, 12:07 PM

How's it getting to Michigan?

Posted by: SirAndy Dec 10 2016, 12:10 PM

On the back of a car transporter truck thinggy.

Posted by: JRust Dec 10 2016, 12:12 PM

Sweet Andy! Good to see it getting rebuilt. I know you've been sitting on it quite a while. Can't wait to see it come together

Posted by: porschetub Dec 10 2016, 12:49 PM

Had to happen,how straight did you get it in the end?,great to see it saved bet you feel happy it didn't sell.
What sort of build do you guys have planned for it?

Posted by: ConeDodger Dec 10 2016, 01:21 PM

When? We can probably get better deal with two going to the same address...

Posted by: SirAndy Dec 10 2016, 02:34 PM

Ask McMark, he's setting everything up ...

Posted by: ConeDodger Dec 10 2016, 02:42 PM

Posted by: porbmw Dec 10 2016, 03:07 PM

Excellent!
Well done, glad you hung on to it!
What are the plans...narrow, GT, engine ,etc ?

Posted by: SirAndy Dec 10 2016, 03:23 PM

I still have some time to figure that out, there will be a LOT of metal work before we get to that part.

Posted by: Krieger Dec 10 2016, 05:41 PM

This is great news! I am so glad you kept that car.

Posted by: McMark Dec 12 2016, 11:30 AM

Couple of pics my dad took.


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Posted by: Chris Pincetich Dec 12 2016, 11:51 AM

Good things come to those who wait
I HOPE

Good luck guys, that is going to be quite an undertaking. Another one saved!!!

Posted by: SirAndy Dec 12 2016, 12:13 PM

Posted by: Chris H. Dec 12 2016, 12:31 PM

Great news! It's about friggin' time !

Man that is cool. Might have to swing up there when it gets a little warmer. With all the years of tolerating us keeping the site up and running Andy should get some serious NOS parts donations!. C'mon gents, we all saved a box or two of nice stuff we'll never use ! I'll look this week too.

Posted by: 396 Dec 12 2016, 12:45 PM

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Posted by: SirAndy Dec 12 2016, 01:14 PM

I know, it's been over 10 years.

I'm surprised it hasn't rusted into the ground in all those years, even the wooden dolly underneath was still rolling.

Posted by: echocanyons Dec 12 2016, 09:33 PM

Glad to see you are putting it to use

Posted by: struckn Dec 13 2016, 09:50 AM

Get 'er done Andy

Posted by: blackmoon Dec 13 2016, 10:30 AM

keep it rolling Andy, congrats

Posted by: McMark Dec 13 2016, 11:37 AM

Transport from my Dad's place to Altissimo underway! Shipping Co is supposed to grab it later today at Altissimo and arrive here Dec 21/22. I was able to coordinate it all from across the country.

Quick and easy.


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Posted by: SirAndy Dec 13 2016, 12:11 PM

Posted by: SixerJ Dec 15 2016, 05:12 PM

Subscribed!

Posted by: McMark Dec 16 2016, 08:00 AM

Left CA on a truck yesterday. It's feeling the wind wash over it after 15+ years of sitting idle.

Posted by: Chris H. Dec 16 2016, 09:53 AM

I'll go wait on I-80 and let you all know when it goes by .

So...stock 6 then? You just have the tub and repair panels or have you been collecting stuff?

Posted by: worn Dec 16 2016, 11:59 AM

Getting any lake effect Mark? If it moves along it will be snow blasted clean. My shop is 40 degrees at the highest lately.

Posted by: SirAndy Dec 16 2016, 02:05 PM

I doubt that very much ...

Posted by: gms Dec 16 2016, 02:47 PM

Remember Garold is right down the lake shore (Portage IN) from Mark and he parts many 914s every month. I am glad you saved this one, good luck with the build!

Subscribed

Posted by: Maltese Falcon Dec 16 2016, 03:31 PM

This project looks promising! When I grow up and want my 914s built. ..I'll send em off to Original Customs

Posted by: sixnotfour Dec 17 2016, 01:10 PM

I'll watch it go by I80E Stansbury Park, Utah,,,

Congrats on the 914-6 Journey,,

Posted by: mgp4591 Dec 17 2016, 01:22 PM

Another worthy save - good call

Posted by: euro911 Dec 17 2016, 06:05 PM

Cool. I also subscribe ... looking forward to seeing the progress

Posted by: sb914 Dec 17 2016, 06:08 PM

I just seen it go by Pch!The driver must have took the scenic route!

Posted by: 76-914 Dec 17 2016, 07:09 PM

Have you guys discussed an appx completion date?

Posted by: ConeDodger Dec 17 2016, 08:12 PM

Posted by: McMark Dec 20 2016, 04:14 PM

I have a new workflow that I'm optimistic about. Shooting for June.

Got a call from the driver today. 8 AM tomorrow.

Posted by: KELTY360 Dec 20 2016, 05:27 PM

June? Is there a year attached to that?

Posted by: SirAndy Dec 20 2016, 07:42 PM

Posted by: ConeDodger Dec 20 2016, 09:15 PM

Well to be fair, he left Sonoma with a shitload of work and he's pretty much knocked it all out. So...

Posted by: McMark Dec 21 2016, 08:24 AM

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Posted by: McMark Dec 21 2016, 08:25 AM

So tiny.

Posted by: mepstein Dec 21 2016, 08:30 AM

Less distractions.

Posted by: McMark Dec 21 2016, 08:40 AM

Exactly...

Posted by: SixerJ Dec 21 2016, 09:04 AM

That is a way better sight than Santa's Sleigh

Posted by: McMark Dec 21 2016, 09:33 AM

Inside


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Posted by: Kaeferfreund Dec 21 2016, 10:11 AM

Well, the body seems to have the best base colour for a great project Andy!

YPAF

Good luck!

Posted by: SirAndy Dec 21 2016, 12:44 PM

PS: What's all that white stuff on the ground?

Posted by: gms Dec 21 2016, 12:53 PM

Don't tell the DEA, we have tons of it up here

Posted by: Eddie914 Dec 21 2016, 01:01 PM

HAPPY HOLIDAY!

DO NOT open until XMas.

Posted by: Larmo63 Dec 21 2016, 01:05 PM

This will be a fun project to watch unfold!

Next year's Christmas present to yourself, Andy?

Posted by: SirAndy Dec 21 2016, 01:07 PM

Posted by: sixnotfour Dec 21 2016, 02:59 PM

I bet that CA 914-6 saw more weather on the transport, then it had in its life time..safe and sound in Wisconsin ??
oops Michigan

Posted by: 6freak Dec 21 2016, 03:52 PM

whats with the 4 lug hubs
MikeC

Posted by: SirAndy Dec 21 2016, 04:16 PM

It rolls just fine on 4 lugs, last time i checked, you don't need 5 lugs to be able to roll a car around the shop ...

Posted by: bigkensteele Dec 21 2016, 07:40 PM

Wisconsin, Michigan... They look pretty much the same at 33,000 feet.

Posted by: 6freak Dec 21 2016, 10:14 PM

and 4 lug hubs..a bit puzzling but I figured it out ..good idea for transport and rolling around in the shop...Looking forward to the end... and dont go red

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Posted by: McMark Jan 2 2017, 02:31 PM

Work started on some of the beginning stages today. First some overall shots to record what we're starting with.



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Posted by: McMark Jan 2 2017, 02:33 PM

Cleared all the tar off the floor to see what we're working with. I'm actually REALLY surprised how good the floors are. Since the chassis was sitting outside in the weather for years, I would have expected more holes. This is the sort of experience that reinforces my understanding that rust is not the voracious predator everyone seems to think it is. Just because a car gets wet doesn't mean it'll rust away in a year. I'm considering keeping these pans and just patching a few small areas..


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Posted by: SirAndy Jan 2 2017, 02:42 PM

Posted by: euro911 Jan 2 2017, 03:14 PM

Good news

Posted by: McMark Jan 3 2017, 04:16 PM

Continuing prep for putting the car up on the Celette bench. Trying to remove as much 'bad' metal as I can now. I had wanted to put off media blasting the car, but now I'm thinking it might be better to go ahead and get it done now.

I opened up the PS rear fender because of the rust holes, and I think I'm going to open up all the areas that rust from the seam sealer/foam. It's the best way to get all that crap out, and chances are they're rusty on the back side, so if they're not showing now, they will in the future. Nows the time to nip it in the bud.


Also removed the rear section of the front PS fender. The door pillar is tweaked and rusted. So I'll need to replace that. I had a spare panel for that, but it must have gotten tossed in the move. Anyone have a PS door pillar or a car they're cutting up?

Posted by: McMark Jan 3 2017, 04:22 PM

Oh, I removed the fiberglass GT flares as well. Looks like there'll be plenty of material left to install the steel flares.

Posted by: McMark Jan 3 2017, 04:26 PM

Finally, removed the rusty engine shelf, and homemade battery tray. You can see the mangled suspension ear at the bottom of the second photo.

Posted by: ConeDodger Jan 3 2017, 04:52 PM

Lots of parts still back behind your old shop. Want me to check if the door piilar is still there?

Posted by: SirAndy Jan 3 2017, 05:01 PM

Ahem, that was inside the car when it left CA ...

Posted by: Gunn1 Jan 3 2017, 05:25 PM

Looking good

A few questions.....why does the car have the ignition mounted on the steering column (looks like) instead of the dash, a six thing

And aren't true sixes more valuable/desirable in their stock form? I.E. No flares, original color and so on..

Either way, I'm sure it will be a great six when you are done with it.

Thanks for sharing the build with us.

Posted by: ConeDodger Jan 3 2017, 05:29 PM

Oh! Wasn't I supposed to take that out?

Posted by: SirAndy Jan 3 2017, 05:41 PM

As stated already, i bought this as a bare shell with no parts.
None, nothing, nada, zilch

In order to make it a roller, i bought cheap used /4 suspension parts, which included the steering bits.

Because it really doesn't matter where you have a non-working ignition switch while you push the car around the shop.

Posted by: horizontally-opposed Jan 3 2017, 05:55 PM

If a car is still original, yes. If it is restored, perhaps. But one very nice thing about the Porsche hobby as opposed to the Ferrari or Corvette hobbies is that hot rods are accepted and even valued equally if they are true to form and done to a high level. Even color changes are accepted if the work is done well enough.

So, Andy has a blank canvas—and I have no idea if value enters his equation. I am sure fun does, and they are not mutually exclusive. A very well done, period-correct GT conversion (like Eric Shea's) would have significant value here and abroad as an events (rally, vintage race, etc) car, and be a lot of fun until it's time to sell. Andy already has a 3.6 hot rod, so I am very curious to see what he does with this.

But there is no wrong answer—for here is a 914-6 that might've been lost if not for him. I still remember the first day of its revival a long time back. So cool to see it continuing on that journey.

Posted by: euro911 Jan 3 2017, 06:09 PM

That's exactly what my battery tray looked like in the 'BB' when I acquired it. It's hanging on my 'Wall of Shame' now, along with a bunch of other PO fuch-ups that have been remedied over the years

Garold probably has some metal clips if you don't find them locally

Posted by: McMark Jan 3 2017, 06:11 PM

Nope. The 'firewall' and a couple seat belt mount sections were in there. But the pillar came off of Birgit's car and never made it out of the Sonoma shop.

Posted by: SirAndy Jan 3 2017, 06:18 PM

Dang, i thought for sure there was a blue-ish pillar in the pile ...

Posted by: Gunn1 Jan 3 2017, 06:25 PM

I hear ya. Makes perfect sense to me.

How did you vet the car (make sure it's a true six) if it basically came devoid of any parts but the shell?

Posted by: McMark Jan 3 2017, 06:29 PM

The VIN.

Posted by: Chris H. Jan 3 2017, 06:53 PM

I bet Garold could help you with a pillar. He usually has a couple of parts cars on hand. He seems to find pretty nice early interior stuff too.

Posted by: Krieger Jan 3 2017, 07:00 PM

I'm so glad this project is rolling! The tub looks to be in decent shape.

Posted by: SirAndy Jan 3 2017, 07:04 PM

Would that be Garold The Shaffer?




If you're far enough away, yes ...

Posted by: SirAndy Jan 3 2017, 07:06 PM

Devoid of parts yes, but not devoid of a title or matching VIN numbers ...

Posted by: Chris H. Jan 3 2017, 08:00 PM

Yep. He can tell you when the next "harvest" is. I need a couple of small rear trunk patches myself actually .

Posted by: Garold Shaffer Jan 3 2017, 09:17 PM

I have the passenger side door hinge area. PMing you Andy.

Posted by: SirAndy Jan 3 2017, 09:38 PM

Responded ...

Posted by: SirAndy Jan 4 2017, 01:33 AM

Posted by: Garold Shaffer Jan 4 2017, 07:52 PM

Andy doing a little prep work tonight to get ready for cutting the door pillar donor for you and well what I thought was tar once removed revealed this This pillar area is solid until the last 8 inches or so.

I have two more rollers outside (under covers) that I will check in the morning.


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Posted by: SirAndy Jan 4 2017, 08:05 PM

Posted by: 914forme Jan 4 2017, 08:42 PM

Maybe if Scott does not want it. It is a complete right side clip from a 71 914-4 stored in the 70 inside rust free.

PM me if still in need.

Posted by: Krieger Jan 4 2017, 09:54 PM

That looks like a young Pete Stout!

Posted by: horizontally-opposed Jan 5 2017, 11:28 AM

'Tis indeed. First years of marriage, living in downtown SF, just a few years into Exc, pre-kid, a Saturday away. A good Saturday away. Met a bunch of neat folks and got to be just another car nut. Feels like yesterday. And a lifetime ago.

Was just talking with someone about this board, and that the people here are among my favorites in all of Porschedom. There are other cool forums, but there is something about 914world.com, and its subject matter, that draws very cool people to it. Hard to put a rhyme or reason to it, but that day underlined it.

Posted by: rick 918-S Jan 5 2017, 12:15 PM

I have a shell sitting at Camp914 but I can't get it until spring. I'm sure someone will come through before then. But if not I am just cutting it up for parts.

Posted by: Garold Shaffer Jan 6 2017, 04:03 PM

Andy, rolled the white parts car in today. I think we have a winner. It does have two holes from being Zebarted back in the day, but don't think that would be a issue for Mark. PM me and let me know if this will work for you.

I can have it tomorrow.






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Posted by: Garold Shaffer Jan 9 2017, 02:35 PM

Andy did find a patch on the backside, but it is on the fender side of the jamb. Took a light and couldn't see any patch work on the hinge side. I think this is a keeper. I will contact McMark and mark sure before send it out.




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Posted by: Garold Shaffer Jan 9 2017, 02:44 PM

Just spoke with Mark and he said it looks good. I will ship it out tomorrow.

Posted by: SirAndy Jan 9 2017, 03:42 PM

Thank you Sir!

Posted by: McMark Feb 14 2017, 02:37 PM

Back from soda blasting. Pure soda is a little too 'gentle' to attack some of the surface rust. I'll be able to quickly hit it with a scotchbrite though. The underside will get blasted on a rotisserie, once the rust repair is complete.





Found 'ghost' images of some factory markings I hadn't seen before.

U.S.A.


X


Chassis Number

Posted by: SirAndy Feb 14 2017, 03:31 PM

Woah, that is cool!

Posted by: altitude411 Feb 14 2017, 03:57 PM

Posted by: dlee6204 Feb 14 2017, 04:54 PM

Yeah those ghost images are awesome.

Posted by: Cairo94507 Feb 14 2017, 05:15 PM

How cool is it to see another Six undergoing a complete restoration! I will enjoy this watching this build.

Posted by: Larmo63 Feb 14 2017, 07:40 PM

This real /6 project makes what I'm doing to my car look easy.

I'm inspired, and I better get back to work.

Posted by: rick 918-S Feb 14 2017, 08:16 PM

Can wait to see it!

Posted by: Chris H. Feb 14 2017, 08:59 PM

That thing looks pretty dang straight! I think I have a 73 fuel tank in my storage shed if you need one. Early style, the cap is missing. I have a 74 tank too with the plastic cap. You won't need it for a while but FYI.

Posted by: SirAndy Feb 14 2017, 10:01 PM

Löóks cäñ be dëçéivïng!


There's still a lot of bendage in that car ...

Posted by: RobW Feb 14 2017, 10:15 PM

Andy, if you ever need any part I have its yours. Get a needs list going.

BTW - thanks for this site and the decades of anonymous giving.

Posted by: Chris H. Feb 15 2017, 08:39 AM

Well said Rob!

Yes, and I may not have been clear but the tank is a donation, just PM me if you want it. I have a lot of other stuff too like window glass, etc that you may not have brought with you. Welcome to any of it. I'm like 3 hours away so we can figure out the logistics once it's time to gather up parts.

Posted by: Dave_Darling Feb 15 2017, 02:11 PM

It's a heck of a lot better than it was, at least!

--DD

Posted by: SirAndy Feb 15 2017, 02:51 PM

True dat, but we don't want McMark to run of out work, now do we?

Posted by: rick 918-S Feb 16 2017, 04:34 AM

Hey Andy! Stopped by and checked out your car! Mark has a great shop space and crew ready to go. Anyone that has a chassis that needs some special help needs Original Customs.




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Posted by: Cracker Feb 16 2017, 07:28 AM

Very cool project Andy...very glad it didn't sell years ago! Good for you!

T

Posted by: McMark Apr 16 2017, 06:58 AM

120lbs of replacement metal due to land in a couple days.



Then I just have to finish up a couple other cars that are almost done before putting this six up on the bench.

Posted by: McMark Apr 18 2017, 11:41 AM

Mmmm.......steel.


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Posted by: bigkensteele Apr 18 2017, 12:18 PM

So, the rear trunk pan is solid...

Posted by: McMark Apr 18 2017, 12:30 PM

To be accurate, most of this metal is being replaced due to bend/warp/twist and not rust. Not that matters, really.

Posted by: euro911 Apr 18 2017, 12:41 PM

That's 914 porn (to some folks)

Posted by: PlantMan Apr 18 2017, 01:48 PM

Metal Porn!

Posted by: 914 Ranch Apr 18 2017, 02:26 PM

That picture is just the way I remember that car. Twisted....

Posted by: Cairo94507 Apr 18 2017, 03:52 PM

Wow! That is some very pretty metal you got there for SirAndy's car. Can't wait to see some install pictures as it begins to come together. SirAndy has got to be all kinds of excited about that.

Posted by: db9146 Apr 18 2017, 07:39 PM

Looks like RD is almost to the point of cranking out complete new 914s just like some of the late '60s muscle cars....now if I could just buy me another -6 VIN.......

Posted by: db9146 Apr 18 2017, 07:41 PM

Andy, I think the value of yours once complete should be judged based on your effort and commitment to save it....it will be worth a mint. Way to go.

Posted by: peteyd Apr 19 2017, 12:49 PM

Awesome

Posted by: mb911 Apr 19 2017, 01:47 PM

Is that a 1 piece floor pan?? I didn't realize one existed.

Posted by: altitude411 Apr 19 2017, 02:43 PM

Seam

Posted by: McMark Apr 19 2017, 05:24 PM

Yup, just lined up.

Posted by: peteyd Apr 23 2017, 06:03 PM

I have plans for one. Hopefully in the next year I will have it complete.

Pete

Posted by: r_towle Apr 23 2017, 06:20 PM

Andy is getting it done! Yay!

Posted by: SixerJ Apr 23 2017, 11:57 PM

Mark, have you come up with a plan yet of how tackle the driver side rocker to get the late extra humps flat to match the early style? It would be nice to get it right

I bought a pair of NOS rockers ages ago before I was educated by the forum and realised there was a difference between early and late, so at some point I'm going to have the same issue. It would need a BFO hammer

Looking fab though!

Posted by: Chris H. Apr 24 2017, 09:16 AM

Is it going to be flared or back to narrow body?

Posted by: SirAndy Apr 24 2017, 10:03 AM

Steel GT flares of the extra wide variety ...

Posted by: shoguneagle May 24 2017, 04:50 AM

Great to see this car restoration being done right and being done in the skilled, capable hands of McMark. I really enjoy seeing projects such as this getting completed and the different stages it goes through on its road to recovery.

Andy, enjoy the car restoration and thanks for taking on the task. It does deserve to be brought back to the road.

It does make my day in reading through this thread.

Steve

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Posted by: SirAndy Jun 6 2017, 05:18 PM

New house got in the way, it'll be a few weeks before i can reboot this ...

Posted by: altitude411 Jun 6 2017, 10:28 PM

New house? Whoo hooo! congratulation Standing by...

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Posted by: SirAndy Jul 30 2017, 10:52 AM

Still on hold until the house is sorted out ...

Posted by: mech986 Dec 8 2017, 05:22 PM

Any updates or has the /6 been resting comfortably in the Michigan winter?

Posted by: SirAndy Dec 8 2017, 07:56 PM

No news i'm afraid. The new house is still sucking up all of my money and time.

Posted by: SirAndy Jul 19 2018, 03:13 PM

Posted by: gms Jul 19 2018, 07:20 PM

Don't forget to backdate this section of the inner rocker for correctness

Posted by: SirAndy Jul 19 2018, 09:00 PM

Good point. I'll have to chat with McMark about them little details.

Posted by: Freezin 914 Jul 19 2018, 09:51 PM

I love seeing them being saved and resurrected!

Posted by: gms Jul 20 2018, 08:41 AM

Garold should be able to cut a patch for that from the next car he parts

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Posted by: Cairo94507 Mar 18 2019, 11:38 AM

Love seeing progress Andy.

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Posted by: gms Mar 18 2019, 03:15 PM

progress!

Posted by: SirAndy Mar 18 2019, 04:13 PM

I just noticed that the wall clock in my last picture shows 9:14 ...

Posted by: ctc911ctc Mar 18 2019, 04:49 PM

Yes, you nailed me: I was caught staring at this by my darling bride......she is perhaps more concerned than if I was at one of those 'other' sites......

Posted by: euro911 Mar 18 2019, 05:36 PM

Egads ... that's paying too much attention to detail

Posted by: MiniStevieG Mar 18 2019, 08:59 PM

This is going to be a fun one to watch.

Posted by: McMark Mar 21 2019, 07:51 AM

Currently measuring and checking. Gotta get a complete picture of what needs to move where to plan all the moves in the appropriate order. Pushing/pulling can have compounding effects that need to be accounted for.

Posted by: 76-914 Mar 21 2019, 09:07 AM

This is the part of Body Work that fascinates me. Don't get me wrong. I am not a body man but knowing how one fix effects other areas impresses me. I remember Rick writing about this awhile back and thinking of all the experience one must have I order to do body work in the correct sequence. Experience is everything it is cracked up to be..

Posted by: McMark Apr 4 2019, 08:37 AM

So here's the big-picture plan for this project.

Phase 1: Aligning Structural Points
This was already completed by the crew at Yeoman Auto Body during this car's first session on the Celette bench. My fixtures agree with their work, which is great to see and further confirms the accuracy of my fixtures since Andy's car was aligned using the old fixtures -- the ones that were actually right.

Phase 2: Aligning Non-Structural Points
This phase is all about jigs. The windshield hoop on this car was shoved out of alignment by the roof during the crash. So as the car sits now, the suspension/engine mounts are all in the right place, but there are still bends and stresses bound in the surrounding metal. Before cutting anything apart, and while the chassis fixtures are all in place, the door/windshield/hood openings all need to be confirmed using jigs. I have door jigs I built already. But windshield and hood jigs are in the process of being built (This is what I've been working on...). Using these I will work the body to match these jigs.

Phase 3: Replace Structural Metal
Now that all the critical measurements are back in line I can start replacing metal from the center outward, making any adjustments and tweaks necessary. Cutting out old metal will release bound up stresses, and fitting new metal will require working the surrounding metal. Once this phase is complete, things like longitudinals, floor pans, front trunk pan will all be replaced.

Phase 4: Replace Non-Structural Metal
At this point the body alignment portion of the project at complete. Now things like the fenders/firewall/etc will get rust repaired, replace and/or modified (fender flares). This is 'normal' rust repair and chassis work. At the end of this phase, the main chassis will be complete.

Phase 5: Panel Alignment
The final step on the bench is to install the doors, hoods, and roof to make sure those are all in alignment, and the panel gaps are set to factory specs. I'll be using lead where applicable, just like the factory.

Phase 6: Roll Cage

Posted by: SirAndy Apr 4 2019, 11:12 AM

I don't think i want a full cage again. At this point i'm leaning towards one of your GT 1/2 cage roll hoop bar thingamajiggers ...


PS: I really want to be able to have both seats go all the way back if needed.
PPS: That also implies i want a movable passenger seat (at least be able to bolt down in different positions).
PPPS: Which also means i'd like to be able to mount my racing seats and 5-point harness.

Posted by: Cairo94507 Apr 4 2019, 11:52 AM

I am looking forward to seeing this car move along the process of restoring it to the road. Very exciting. Please post a ton of pictures of the process. SirAndy has got to be very excited too.

Posted by: SirAndy Apr 4 2019, 11:56 AM

Posted by: mepstein Apr 4 2019, 12:12 PM

Andy - what's the final goal? Flares, engine, overall look? Inquiring minds want to know.

Posted by: Bleyseng Apr 4 2019, 12:42 PM

I thought you gave up on this project.......

Posted by: Woodside914 Apr 4 2019, 01:36 PM

And, any plan to have it as original color, which appears to be #2910, Canary Yellow?

Posted by: SirAndy Apr 4 2019, 02:33 PM

Yes, yes, yes, no ...



- Extra wide metal flares with 9"/11" x 17 wheels
- 3.6L air cooled engine
- GT-ish look, but meaner
- Most certainly *not* yellow

Posted by: mepstein Apr 4 2019, 03:17 PM

These are TB15's but with some forward rake would give you a "mean" look.


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Posted by: SirAndy Apr 4 2019, 03:25 PM

I'm going for meaner than that ...

Posted by: 914_teener Apr 4 2019, 06:14 PM

I think he has finished the house for now.


Go for it Andy. Look forward to seeing it finished.

Will you be keeping two (Red Car)?

Posted by: McMark Apr 7 2019, 02:12 PM

Every clamp I own.


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Posted by: SirAndy Apr 7 2019, 03:15 PM

Posted by: Krieger Apr 7 2019, 10:27 PM

Posted by: McMark May 27 2019, 12:23 PM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=96fKVu1riCw

Posted by: horizontally-opposed May 27 2019, 01:53 PM

Dude!

Posted by: sixnotfour May 27 2019, 01:58 PM

man Andy must have some brothers that could hook him up...sponsor?? banner ??
https://www.ebay.de/itm/251409572397?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&fromMakeTrack=true

If you're doing an inner reinforcement , I guess it doesn't matter



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Posted by: SirAndy May 27 2019, 07:35 PM

Unfortunately, that long still had some serious bendage ...



@http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=419

Posted by: horizontally-opposed May 27 2019, 07:45 PM

Sorry to hear—at least it's in good hands. Miss the man with long hair, and good to see he's keepin' on.

Mark got outta Dodge at the right time, as the Chili's we dined at eons ago has been replaced by a Black Bear Diner, of all things.

Posted by: Cairo94507 May 28 2019, 07:04 AM

I remember what it felt like to see metal being removed - it will all be behind you soon SirAndy and then you will look at the photos and just be glad it is behind you. Your car is in good hands.

Posted by: McMark May 28 2019, 01:20 PM

Gettin' drastic....

The driver side long was straighter, but still bent. And that became really evident when I cut into it and all the stress released. Practically popped from the bound up stress.
Floor pans weren't terrible either, except by the time I patched all the little rust spots I might as well do the whole thing. Plus I can clean and check inside the center tunnel.

It's pretty amazing how solid everything else is though. Not a bit of wobble or mobility to either half of the car. I my Celette bench.


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Posted by: SirAndy May 28 2019, 01:24 PM

Posted by: Mark Henry May 28 2019, 01:39 PM

Mark must of given SirAndy a two part guarantee, if he did the job Andy would get two parts....

Posted by: McMark May 28 2019, 01:41 PM

I'll put it back. Promise...

Posted by: Cairo94507 May 28 2019, 02:07 PM

Looks dramatic for sure. But do it once, do it right and never worry about it again.

Posted by: euro911 May 28 2019, 02:29 PM

Looking good.

Have you decided on going narrow or flared yet?

Posted by: mb911 May 28 2019, 02:47 PM

Great job Mark.. Looks great..

Posted by: horizontally-opposed May 28 2019, 03:54 PM

Good thing we had that straightening party...

Posted by: rick 918-S May 28 2019, 04:11 PM

That is what a Celette is for. With your door fixtures you will be in good shape. Nice to see this car in process.

Posted by: Tdskip May 28 2019, 04:25 PM

Please keep the updates coming

Posted by: Krieger May 28 2019, 10:45 PM

Posted by: Tenner May 29 2019, 03:30 AM

It's much cheaper to by it from Mittelmotor
https://www.ebay.de/itm/beschichteter-Innenschweller-rechts-Fahrgastraum-Porsche-914-914-501-436-12/173116429541?hash=item284e8b14e5:g:O48AAOSwzfJaZxbY
https://www.ebay.de/itm/beschichteter-Innenschweller-links-nur-Fahrgastraum-Porsche-914-914-501-435-10/183032893434?hash=item2a9d9c4ffa:g:z6oAAOSwDpZaZxS4

Posted by: McMark May 29 2019, 10:11 AM

Seems that way for sure. But really that helped a ton. I'm pretty dang happy that this is all I have to deal with. What Andy and Yeoman put into this car already was the hard part. This part is relatively easy.... I said relatively!

Posted by: Bleyseng May 29 2019, 12:01 PM

progress!!!!!!!!!!

Posted by: McMark May 30 2019, 12:22 PM

Cleared out the last remnants of the longs. There's quite a bit of minor straightening to do on the right side. I might cut out the bent up dash section next week. I suspect there's quite a bit of stress hiding there. And fitting up the replacement panel may illuminate a few more alignment issues. We'll see.


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Posted by: SirAndy May 30 2019, 12:33 PM

Posted by: McMark May 30 2019, 12:50 PM

That’s satisfying.


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Posted by: SirAndy May 30 2019, 01:53 PM

Nice!

Posted by: Luke M Jun 11 2019, 12:38 PM

Posted by: horizontally-opposed Jun 11 2019, 01:01 PM

It is so cool to see this car making a comeback–and the metal in the door areas, both A- and B-pillar suggests that it's a much better starting point than some restorations we've seen.

Posted by: 914_teener Jun 11 2019, 01:05 PM

Is that a Notch I see framed through the door bracing Mr. Mark?

Posted by: rhodyguy Jun 11 2019, 01:13 PM

BMW.

Posted by: McMark Jun 11 2019, 01:26 PM

1973 BMW 2002 - 2003 S2000 motor/trans swap running stock Honda injection, fully integrated wiring. Custom lowering front and rear. Custom front valence. blah blah blah
http://www.originalcustoms.com/invoice/images.php?p=175

Posted by: McMark Jun 11 2019, 01:29 PM

Another aspect Celette didn’t consider with the MZ towers. The rear pinch clamps don’t reach. So I had some 3/4” plate laser cut to extend the clamp forwards.


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Posted by: SirAndy Jun 11 2019, 01:51 PM

Sorry you have to go through all that crap with Celette ...

Posted by: McMark Jun 18 2019, 03:48 PM

The first bit of new metal!



Got your PM, Andy. Will respond tomorrow afternoon. Time to head home...

Posted by: SirAndy Jun 18 2019, 04:03 PM

Posted by: Cairo94507 Jun 18 2019, 04:13 PM

There is nothing like seeing the new stuff go on and watching the chassis/body transform into a great Six. Seeing all of the old, twisted, rusted, bent metal is very depressing so this is very welcome.

Posted by: porschetub Jun 18 2019, 08:34 PM

,was really a bent up mess that will soon to be a straight tidy shell,wow this thread is going to be a truly epic build ,so watching it for updates .

Posted by: mepstein Jun 18 2019, 08:47 PM

A lot of work and $ for a serial number but I appreciate the passion.

Posted by: SirAndy Jun 18 2019, 09:09 PM

So far, it's less than 1/10th of what i have in my /4 and that one still looks like crap ...

Posted by: Cairo94507 Jun 18 2019, 09:56 PM

Oh, don't worry.... that is going to change.

Posted by: McMark Jun 26 2019, 12:50 PM

Moved on to the front end. We have a cut section from another car to swap in. The right fender well is gonna need a lot of massaging to bring back into place. This will give me access, and as I mentioned previously, fitting the new piece will illustrate any minor misalignment.

More work to do here, but the next big step will be fitting the new longitudinals.


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Posted by: SirAndy Jun 26 2019, 12:56 PM

Posted by: McMark Jun 26 2019, 01:02 PM

I get a little wave of anxiety every time you post that emoji. I better start making it look like more of a car soon so you can post happier emojis.

Posted by: Cairo94507 Jun 26 2019, 01:12 PM

SirAndy has nothing to worry about - but I do understand the anxiety. I am quite certain McMark has got this.

Posted by: SirAndy Jun 26 2019, 01:27 PM

It's all good. I knew that section had to go (i'm the one who got the replacement panel), but it still feels rather weird seeing this all cut out like that.

Posted by: Krieger Jun 26 2019, 02:09 PM

Definitely a great case of while I'm in there!

Posted by: sixnotfour Jun 26 2019, 02:28 PM

the center tunnel is a bit out of spec,

Posted by: burton73 Jun 26 2019, 02:57 PM

Andy,

Are you going to take the drive train out of your red car and put it in this 6?

Bob B

Posted by: McMark Jul 26 2019, 04:37 AM

Little more progress. Got a few small wrinkles worked out of the center tunnel.


Also built a measuring device (I've since learned it's called a tram gauge) to check measurements left to right or from my purple car to Andy's 6. So I made a few adjustment tweaks to pull the front shock towers into alignment.

Posted by: SirAndy Jul 26 2019, 10:14 AM

Posted by: 914Sixer Jul 26 2019, 10:17 AM

Great to see it progressing the right way.

Posted by: Luke M Sep 24 2019, 12:34 PM

@http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=419

Mark,

Could you post a few pics of the front upper strut and front suspension fixtures ?

I purchased a bench and need to figure out the front fixture portion of it.

TIA

Posted by: Larmo63 Sep 24 2019, 01:30 PM

Andy is posting better emojis too!!!

Posted by: Superhawk996 Sep 24 2019, 03:42 PM

I look at this thread when I feel overwhelmed by my project.

Nice work going on and at the end of the day another 914/6 will be saved.

Posted by: FourBlades May 22 2020, 06:39 AM

How is this car coming along?

It is great that you are saving it.










I understand that the 914 limo is probably holding it up.

Just kidding, my other 914 project is going on 10 years in (slow) progress now.

John

Posted by: McMark Jul 13 2020, 04:28 PM

Yeah, I'm still alive...

Built a lot of jigs, measured a lot, and scratched my head a lot trying to make sure everything will line up where it needs to go. Finally got to the part where I start putting metal back into place. And guess what I learned? This inner long piece is about 0.25" shorter than the original.

Gotta figure out how I'm gonna deal with this. Maybe there's another brand, or maybe I'll CAD one up and have my CNC lasercut & bending shop make me a custom one.



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Posted by: Cairo94507 Jul 13 2020, 04:32 PM

I have been waiting to see some progress pictures of Andy's Six. Nice to see some new metal going on. That is a huge thing in a build.

Posted by: SirAndy Jul 13 2020, 05:38 PM

Posted by: Krieger Jul 13 2020, 07:54 PM

Dude, glad to see you post!

Posted by: euro911 Jul 13 2020, 08:02 PM

Is it an 'R-D' piece?

Posted by: Luke M Jul 14 2020, 06:05 AM

Pretty sure that's a AA piece. I had that same piece and then purchased the long section from Germany. It's a repo to the factory part but it was also shorter.
I finally found the right factory section for my 6 repair. It's not gonna be an easy fix. As Mark has stated lots of measuring. I recently purchased a set of 914 chassis fixtures which should help in fixing my 6.

Mark, when I was looking at using that long section from AA I found a few problems with it. The seat belt mount location was off, hot air tube hole was way too small, and needed a lot of fitting to fit proper. Hope it works out.

Posted by: McMark Jul 14 2020, 04:36 PM

Sounds like we're talking about the same part. That's my complaint list too.

Got started on the drawing, but found out the front of the long is shorter than the back to accommodate the 'rise' in the floor pan. Duh. But I'm asking the shop if they can make bends this close together. If not, I'll have to make it flat like the other repro parts. Or something else I have in the back of my mind.


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Posted by: Luke M Jul 14 2020, 05:19 PM

Here's a link to what I was dealing with.

http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=287820&st=20

I sold both pieces when I found the factory part.
I can dig my factory long out and take measurements if you need some.

Posted by: sixnotfour Jul 14 2020, 11:09 PM

AHHH,, I see...Cant really tell if the HESS part has it,,but it does have more correct stamping... pinch weld is straight regardless


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Posted by: Lg914 Jul 15 2020, 05:15 AM

The restoration design part has the same flaws. It isn’t quite the correct size and the front heater tube hole is not even close to being the proper size. But we have to make do.


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Posted by: McMark Jul 15 2020, 02:15 PM

Damn, good catch. Hmmm....

I'm confident the part R-D sells is not made by them, but likely AA or the same people. If R-D makes their own version, I expect it will be massively better.

Posted by: McMark Jul 15 2020, 03:43 PM

CNC shop called and said this design is totally fine. So after adding the last few features, I think this is the final -- unless someone else can see something I missed.


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Posted by: sixnotfour Jul 15 2020, 03:50 PM

I have cherry used one for my wreck.....But, how many, how much ? L & R ?

Posted by: SirAndy Jul 15 2020, 04:16 PM

Give it some extra on the rounded end so you can bend it up to create the flange?

Posted by: peteyd Jul 16 2020, 06:19 AM

I will confirm that although we resell both items, left and right, neither are our stampings.

Hess stamps the drvr side and AA is the passenger side.

Pete

Posted by: euro911 Jul 16 2020, 12:13 PM

Are they aware that the pieces are too short, and need to rectify the issue? ... asking for a friend

Posted by: Chris914n6 Jul 16 2020, 01:18 PM

Why not a section from a parts car? ... asking for myself

Seems the fabricated piece would not be a good replica, and I doubt it would be cheaper than a second panel and splicing.

Posted by: Cairo94507 Jul 16 2020, 02:33 PM

Given the age and lack of care most of these cars had over the decades compounded by zero rust protection from the factory, and finding good used sections might be a bit of a challenge.

Posted by: McMark Jul 16 2020, 04:02 PM

Yup. If you get lucky and can find something in good shape. But it's SUCH a gamble. I don't want to get trapped trying to salvage a 'good' part that turns out to be rusty or bent. Yeah, there's some compromises, but there always is. Parts from another car are no exception. Everyone's gotta make their own choice about what works, and this is mine.

@http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=179 This what you had in mind? The blue block is a shaping tool I'll have them make so I can clamp it in place and hammer it into shape. I don't think it's worth chasing the bit of flange at the corner. But if you're really into it, I can have them cut a little curved piece and weld that into the gap. It's all time...


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Posted by: SirAndy Jul 16 2020, 04:56 PM

Hammer away, that looks good. Should have known you already accounted for this.

Posted by: McMark Aug 9 2020, 02:45 PM

Got the new piece. Really happy with how it turned out, except I need two changes. 1) I had it made in 20g, which is the stock thickness. But I pulled out the driver side piece I have and that's 18g. I should have checked that first cause I want them to match for equal stiffness on both sides. 2) The top radius bend is just a hard 90 instead of a radius bend. But I did bend over the flanges at the front (by the heater tube) to make sure those worked, and it turned out great. If anyone is interested in buying the 'castoff' part, PM me.

BTW, the driver's side piece I have (HESS, apparently) is correct dimensions, so I won't need to go through this again.


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Posted by: rhodyguy Aug 9 2020, 02:52 PM

Cool Mark.

Posted by: SirAndy Aug 9 2020, 06:53 PM

Posted by: sixnotfour Aug 9 2020, 07:23 PM

Mark,, I applaued your efforts,,The radius is to tight..get a Hess right side..at least it matches the left...wtf Sir Andys paying.. pun intended..

Posted by: ClayPerrine Aug 9 2020, 08:50 PM

I am following this just to see the results. There is no way I can do this type of work. I am NOT a body man in any way, shape or form. Body work is truly an art, and you are an artist.

Are you going to hammer and dolly all the external panels instead of putting in filler?

Posted by: Tdskip Aug 9 2020, 09:00 PM

Excellent updates and thread, thanks for keeping it going.

Posted by: euro911 Aug 9 2020, 09:51 PM

Posted by: McMark Sep 13 2020, 02:18 PM

Second run at this part had the same incorrect radius issue (why is communication so hard?) and some other issues. So attempt #2 was a step backwards unfortunately. One more try, then it's time to reevaluate how best to handle this.

Posted by: 914werke Sep 13 2020, 02:35 PM

Hmmm I wonder how I missed those updates? Yup I also ran into those same grievances with that repop part. I still have one that I spent WAY to much time modding / fitting only to get lucky & find & use a OE scabbed long instead.
The only other feature is I think that should be included is the slight recess on the bottom for the inlay of the floor pan


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Posted by: McMark Sep 23 2020, 02:16 PM

Finally got it right. I can start moving forward again...


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Posted by: mb911 Sep 23 2020, 02:35 PM

Just an fyi for those indent details at the bottom I made a fixture to stamp/indent that pattern.. I may still have it somewhere. It worked really well.

Posted by: McMark Oct 6 2020, 03:51 PM

Roughed in.


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Posted by: Gint Oct 6 2020, 04:03 PM

Looking good.

Posted by: SirAndy Oct 6 2020, 11:04 PM

Posted by: Cairo94507 Oct 7 2020, 06:48 AM

It is always rewarding to see new metal going in.

Posted by: altitude411 Nov 12 2020, 10:02 AM

Posted by: McMark Nov 22 2020, 03:37 PM

After a long time measuring, checking, massaging, and agonizing the driver's side long is roughed in. I'm starting to think this might actually turn into a car again..


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Posted by: altitude411 Nov 22 2020, 04:30 PM

Hey Mark, did you use the Hess drivers side long? If so did you have to modify it and what are you thoughts on this piece?

* absolutely no doubt in my mind you will make this very lucky six a beautiful car again

Posted by: SirAndy Nov 22 2020, 04:49 PM

Posted by: 914werke Nov 22 2020, 05:34 PM

Thats quite a jig!

Posted by: Arno914 Nov 23 2020, 08:24 AM

Maybe it is of interest, here is a picture from my original 914 fixture for the Celette Jig. Purchased it loooong time ago, when 914s with rust were thrown away.

Great job, Mark, it is good to see just annother 914 saved!

Posted by: Cairo94507 Nov 23 2020, 09:18 AM

Amazing. It has got to get a lot easier from that point forward, right? That looks great and it is wonderful to see that chassis moving forward so it can get back on the road.

Posted by: McMark Nov 23 2020, 03:55 PM

It's a good piece. Much better than the passenger side repro piece, but I think mine is better. The only real 'issue' I noticed is the bottom bend radius is the same as the top, so it'll take a bit of massaging where the old and new come together. And the floor pan relief isn't quite right. But as far as repro pieces go, it's good.


Yeah, I've built a lot of that for this project. The Celette fixtures only ensure the suspension points are in the right place, it doesn't guarantee the doors will line up or the windshield, etc. That's been the hardest part of this project. The metal work is not any harder than normal, but you only get one shot to get this all right -- if I make a mistake or rush or don't check something in the right order, at the right time, then I could stack a whole bunch of other metal on top of something that's wrong. Most of the time hasn't been actually working, just a lot of thinking and planning, measuring and building jigs.


Getting these longitudinals in will somewhat 'lock' the front half to the back half. It took me a LONG time to get comfortable with my measurements, not just the numbers, but where I'm measuring from and to. To get here I only locked the strut tops into place with fixtures. Those are my 'grounding points', each time I add in another connection things get a little more solid. This builds confidence, but also absolutely must be done in the right order. If you lock something in too early, you could screw yourself later if it needs to move. I wouldn't quite say anything will be any easier until the doors are looking good and the front a-arm mounts are solid. At that point, as long as things are still lining up right, everything will get easier. Right now there's still a lot of.... risk? Not sure that's the right word, but there's still a lot of work before I feel like this has been successful.

Posted by: McMark Nov 23 2020, 04:02 PM

The green is stuff I'm pretty sure is done. The red is stuff I KNOW is wrong and needs major work. The stuff with no color could be right, could need work.

It's far from over.


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Posted by: Superhawk996 Nov 23 2020, 04:50 PM

Amazing work. One of the few threads that makes me feel better about my own rust bucket.

Save every last one of the 914/6's!

Posted by: 930cabman Dec 15 2020, 03:15 PM

I am a bit late to the party, but I can see tons of good stuff going on here. We are fitting new longs on the passenger side and it appears the new (RD) piece is too tall at the front end. Vertical dimensions (including flanges) are 7 3/8" rear and 8" front. The dimensions required at the front end are in the 7 1/4" range being dictated by the location of the wheel well lower flange (existing) and the upper edge of the lower door hinge post. Also the bends are not 90 degrees. Can someone help?

Posted by: euro911 Dec 16 2020, 01:38 AM

You're doing a great job, Mark. Skills

Posted by: McMark Mar 30 2021, 02:37 PM

Work


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Posted by: Root_Werks Mar 30 2021, 03:06 PM

Some seriously mad fab and metal working skills here.

Posted by: Cairo94507 Mar 30 2021, 03:54 PM

It is so nice to see this chassis coming back to life. Great job working out the kinks.

Posted by: 930cabman Mar 30 2021, 04:16 PM

Collision damage ON TOP OF rust damage, quite the project and hats off, it's looking great.

Posted by: rick 918-S Jan 30 2022, 06:50 AM

Time to bump this one. Some may understand the amount of work this is. There is so much reverse engineering here with both the crash damage and rust on top of it. Nice work. Your brain must hurt some days.

Posted by: Freezin 914 Jan 30 2022, 07:57 AM

Posted by: rgalla9146 Jan 30 2022, 09:10 AM

What a display of skill and determination !
Keep up the great work.
Beautiful.

Posted by: Root_Werks Jan 31 2022, 11:59 AM

Been a while and would love to see any progress updates.

Posted by: Dion Jan 31 2022, 05:31 PM

It is a privilege to be a part of this group of enthusiasts. So many awesome builds and conversions going on. Wonderful talent being showcased.
Mark your skills have been known on world for a while.
It’s an overused word but it is AMAZING the metal skill to resurrect this six.
Look forward to more. Thanks SirAndy for bringing it back.
Going to be a cool creation with the hints of your plans for it.
Cheers, Dion

Posted by: SirAndy Feb 1 2022, 08:29 PM

Talked to McMark today. Progress is slow but steady. The front trunk floor pan is in and he's working on making sure the suspension attachment points are within spec.

Even after all the pulling on the Celette bench, there's still a metric shit ton of bent metal on this car.

Posted by: Cairo94507 Feb 2 2022, 08:23 AM

Slow but steady wins the race. I am sure McMark will get that tub like new.

Posted by: Superhawk996 Feb 2 2022, 12:44 PM

Wow! This one is worth seeing more of. On the bright side for me, the restoration has been going on longer than mine!

But, in all fairness, it started off way worse and of course it is a real /6 worthy of saving.

So amazing this was offered up for sale at one point for $5k as /6 tub and no takers. Glad SirAndy is saving it!

Posted by: TJB/914 Feb 2 2022, 04:40 PM

Recently went by Mark's Original Customs shop in Grand Rapids, MI.
It was closed & hope Mark is safe & healthy?
Good guy & great 914er
Tom

Posted by: SirAndy Feb 2 2022, 07:06 PM

Yeah, the shop is closed (probably permanently) but he's still working on my car when he wants to get away from his day job.

Posted by: Cairo94507 Feb 2 2022, 09:30 PM

I am very sorry to hear Original Customs is closed ; he is a terrific guy and our cars need experts like him. I wish him the best and am very glad he is still working on your car Andy.

Posted by: McMark Feb 13 2022, 02:50 PM

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Posted by: SirAndy Feb 13 2022, 03:26 PM

New metal!

Posted by: sixnotfour Feb 13 2022, 04:06 PM

Nice Work...If you Make right side pillar pusher LMK..I'll rent It... Ive got my own bent SIX.

Posted by: Zaffer Feb 13 2022, 04:36 PM

This makes my (soon to be) project look like a cake walk! Excellent job and VERY inspiring! Keep up the amazing work and amazing updates!

Posted by: McMark Mar 28 2022, 03:22 PM

Posted by: Root_Werks Mar 29 2022, 08:45 AM

Digging that deep into the center tunnel, wow!

Posted by: 930cabman Mar 30 2022, 12:46 PM

Just have to wonder, is anyone counting the cubic hours to get this baby back?

I tire just reading through this thread

Posted by: McMark Sep 11 2022, 10:02 AM

Clutch tube reinforced.


Patched long below hellhole, patched below heater tube, reinstalled heater tube.



Patched inside lower section.


Removed last section of center rib.


Rough installed rear floor pan section.

Posted by: SirAndy Sep 11 2022, 10:32 AM

Nice! Starting to look like a car again.

Posted by: horizontally-opposed Sep 11 2022, 10:55 AM

Nice work!

That center tunnel and set of floors is looking better than new (old stock).

Posted by: Superhawk996 Sep 11 2022, 10:55 AM

Gotta be exciting to see this one coming along. You have an incredible amount of patience !

Posted by: rick 918-S Sep 11 2022, 12:36 PM

glad to see this coming to life! Very nice.

Posted by: mb911 Sep 11 2022, 12:41 PM

Lots of work done there.. very cool stuff.. glad to see it progressing.

Posted by: flyer86d Sep 11 2022, 03:19 PM

Nice tin knocking! Glad to see it progressing.

Charlie

Posted by: Drex Jan 21 2023, 02:01 PM

Sir A
I enjoyed looking through this thread!
Hopefully my 914 won't be this involved
Drex

Posted by: DRPHIL914 Jan 23 2023, 07:52 AM

@http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=419

Any updates since the repair work last September?
Once those longs and floor structures are complete,
you're not far from being able to be back off jack stands!

Posted by: r_towle Jan 29 2023, 10:02 PM

Wow, a journey for sure.
I’m happy you get to do this!

Posted by: rgalla9146 Nov 10 2023, 06:50 AM

Nice to see the floorpans butt welded rather than lapped.
Excellent effort on a project that would not have happened just a few years ago.
Love to see this progress on a big project.

Posted by: friethmiller Jan 9 2024, 11:40 AM

Looking good! Excellent progress. Will be monitoring this thread.

Posted by: ctc911ctc Jan 9 2024, 12:22 PM

Wow - you get done in a day what would take me a month, amazing skills and temerity!

Posted by: mb911 Jan 9 2024, 03:50 PM

Have you seen people lap weld them?

Posted by: Artfrombama Feb 20 2024, 11:59 AM

Binge read this entire thread, outstanding!
Great car and true craftsmen bringing her back.