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Posted by: Philip W. Dec 31 2016, 07:58 PM
Last year my goal was to completed the build challenge and get all the rust repair done-
Well I got the rust repair of floors and longs done thanks to Chris and the guys at Tangering aka CFR- but I ran out of money and had to stop short with the fender repair not quite done and car didn't get prepped for paint or painted- SO!!
For this year goal is to get it paint prepped and painted before Octeenerfest-
How about you????
Here is the current state of my car-
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Posted by: mb911 Dec 31 2016, 08:35 PM
My goal is to get all of the welding done, ground and epoxy primed.. That should be completely doable but who knows with my schedule.
Posted by: flat4guy Dec 31 2016, 08:36 PM
Attend the Werks show in Monterey in August.
Posted by: Larmo63 Dec 31 2016, 08:36 PM
I will try to complete my /6 build so I can drive it to Route 66 and WCR, and keep up my low carb diet.
I'll be the cut guy with the black six conversion.
Happy New Year.
Posted by: Philip W. Dec 31 2016, 08:39 PM
Lol I like the "no carbs" resolution - stay with F.I. For sure!!! 
Posted by: Coondog Dec 31 2016, 08:42 PM
I will drop my 914 off at Patrick Motorsport............ 
Posted by: Rleog Dec 31 2016, 09:10 PM
Get it registered, pass Massachusetts safety inspection and drive it regularly.
And a big thanks to Chris Foley and Ed Morrow at Tangerine Racing. 
Posted by: Rand Dec 31 2016, 09:16 PM
Same as my own. Lose weight, gain muscle.
Lose the bubs. Take care of the engine.
Posted by: Garold Shaffer Dec 31 2016, 09:29 PM
I need to install a better oil cooler and improve the air flow thru it. Then drive the hell out of it. 
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Posted by: Cairo94507 Dec 31 2016, 09:36 PM
My goal for my Six is to have it back in my garage before the end of summer 2017. It's been in VA at Scotty's since May of 2012 and I think that's a fair stretch of time. 
Posted by: snakemain Dec 31 2016, 09:54 PM
Drove mine today around town for about an hour with the new engine, trying to work out the kinks. Lots of power, but a little rough transitioning from idle to usable RPM. Need to figure out if I want to keep the big 4 or invest in a 6 to make it a little more drivable.
Posted by: speed metal army Dec 31 2016, 10:08 PM
I'm going to install that boxster s trans Ive had for a couple years!
Posted by: stevend914 Dec 31 2016, 10:31 PM
Here are my goals:
Jan - Install auxiliary cooler
Feb - Sort out ventilation system
Mar - Texas Hill Country Rallye & Treffen Hill Country Big Bend Nat'l Park
Apr - Nothing on the calendar...yet
May - Fiesta New Mexico Mesa Verde Nat'l Park
Jun - WCR 2017 & Rocky Mountain High Way Death Valley Nat'l Park Las Vegas Arches Nat'l Park
Jul - 2017 Porsche Parade Glacier Nat'l Park
Aug - Wisc golf vacation Maybe Run for the Hills
Sep - Treffen Ashville Maybe Okteenerfest
Oct - Maybe Dakota Region Wisconsin tour
Nov - PCA Palooza
Dec - Hibernate
Posted by: tomh Dec 31 2016, 10:42 PM
My goal starts tomorrow;
Drive.....Drive.......Drive
Yea baby!!!!!!
Posted by: 914junkie Jan 1 2017, 12:31 AM
Hopefully to own a 914 again but with values on the rise I may have to settle for a 944 for now which I also love but nothing like a teener!
Happy New Year to the World!
Posted by: green914 Jan 1 2017, 10:20 AM
Want to drive my 73 weekly.
Get the engine build on the 74 completed. 
WCR 2017 
Posted by: jmill Jan 1 2017, 10:27 AM
Get it off the jack stands!
I have the rims. Just need to buy tires and complete the rear 5 lug conversion. It's totally doable and hope to have it rolling before summer hits.
Posted by: gandalf_025 Jan 1 2017, 12:26 PM
I will probably glance at it as I walk by when I'm in the garage
for some other reason and think I should actually do some work on it.
Not saying I will actually do it, but I'll think about it probably..
You did say "realistic" goals, no ??
Posted by: bandjoey Jan 1 2017, 12:36 PM
Quick Jack, adjust the valves, and drive.
Posted by: RARE 6 Jan 1 2017, 12:52 PM
Figure out if the last two "corners" on the bucket list (NE Maine to Key West) are in the cards in 2017. Knocked off far NW Washington to San Diego in 2016. Part of the plan to drive the hell out of the -6 while we can still get in and out without assistance.
Posted by: Shadowfax Jan 1 2017, 01:51 PM
New interior, replace more rubber bits (door and targa seals), remove the windshield and hope the rail isn't rusted, drive the @#!*& out of it 
Posted by: mlindner Jan 1 2017, 02:27 PM
Well, I hope...hope to finish mounting suspension, finish and install engine (CARBED), little interior work (dynomat/carpeting). and back to the track. Best, Mark
Posted by: Frankvw Jan 1 2017, 03:34 PM
In 2017 I will try to finish the 914 to-do list so tje car can be tested for a registration in Holland. After that it can be driven on the publuc roads...so important goal.
Posted by: billh1963 Jan 1 2017, 04:12 PM
My goal for my Six is to have it back in my garage before the end of summer 2017. It's been in VA at Scotty's since May of 2012 and I think that's a fair stretch of time.
And, hopefully, my '72 911T right behind it!
Posted by: billh1963 Jan 1 2017, 04:16 PM
For my 914(s)
Get the transmission Dr. Evil built for me installed in my '72 914 2.7L (six)
Get the engine installed in my '74 2.0 that has been completed since September and is still waiting to be put back in!
Posted by: Neil914 Jan 1 2017, 04:36 PM
Just to see my car, then put in new fuel lines and injector seals so it doesn't burn down. Also a brake fluid flush, then put some miles down, maybe even on the track or autox.
Posted by: Krieger Jan 1 2017, 07:07 PM
I hope to finish my engine build for my 3.0 in the next few months and get the car back to the track!
Posted by: Chris914n6 Jan 1 2017, 07:26 PM
Last year I did very little work TO the 914 but I did do a lot of work FOR the 914.
I have a rule that cars must pay for cars, and now I'm about half way funded on my 'restomod' budget, so the only thing not getting the 914 on the road in 2017 is my time.
Posted by: infraredcalvin Jan 1 2017, 08:20 PM
My goal is to get all of the welding done, ground and epoxy primed.. That should be completely doable but who knows with my schedule.
Same goal, same scheduling issues! Happy New Year!
Posted by: warpig Jan 1 2017, 09:08 PM
Get it running good enough to drive to WCR 2017.
Finish all the stuff I promised Mark (914 Rubber) I would finish last year. 
Posted by: 914pipe Jan 1 2017, 09:14 PM
Loctite all bolts and nuts!!!
New Exhaust setup for the EG33.
Buy new front tires and an aligment.
Finish the outer body work and paint it.
Twin turbo it.... This never end's!!! 
Current state (driveable) :
Posted by: Cuda911 Jan 2 2017, 01:48 AM
Started on my main goal today: "Drive more!"
Spend the day driving down the coast.
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Posted by: pbanders Jan 2 2017, 06:32 AM
Drive my 914 more.
Posted by: somd914 Jan 2 2017, 07:17 AM
Finish the paint prep and get the Ravenna green car sprayed, then some minor sorting out and start driving her...
Posted by: 914-300Hemi Jan 2 2017, 10:07 PM
1. Install turbo tie rods
2. Adjust wheel bearings
3. Front alignment
4. Install new master brake cylinder and bleed brakes
5. Drive the car.
6. Maybe New paint job this year if budget allows
7. Valve job & tune up
8. Drive the car more.
Lot of small projects but nothing major.
Posted by: Type 47 Jan 2 2017, 10:17 PM
After 40 years I'm going to retire/start a new career and put my 914 together... if I can figure out how to get the wiring harness back in and the windows back in the Doors.
Posted by: Chris914n6 Jan 2 2017, 10:23 PM
1. find and organize 20 years of pics
2. start build thread finally
3. update build thread with actual 914 progress
4.
Posted by: mgp4591 Jan 3 2017, 02:06 AM
Get it roadworthy (if not totally legal) for RRC 2017, get it running well.
Posted by: falcor75 Jan 3 2017, 04:56 AM
Sort out the tuning of the new 2276.
Pass inspection and get it roadlegal.
Drive and sort out the small issues that are bound to come up when you drive your 914 for the first time in 4 years and having had it apart completely.
Posted by: mgp4591 Jan 3 2017, 05:25 AM
Sort out the tuning of the new 2276.
Pass inspection and get it roadlegal.
Drive and sort out the small issues that are bound to come up when you drive your 914 for the first time in 4 years and having had it apart completely.
That is a stunning looking car - great job!
Posted by: TM_Corey Jan 3 2017, 06:09 AM
Drive it for the first time since 1981!
Posted by: falcor75 Jan 3 2017, 06:16 AM
Sort out the tuning of the new 2276.
Pass inspection and get it roadlegal.
Drive and sort out the small issues that are bound to come up when you drive your 914 for the first time in 4 years and having had it apart completely.
That is a stunning looking car - great job!
Thanks, still lots of little bits to do tho, but I'm starting to feel I've deserved a glass of something cold the day it passes inspection.
(The front valance fitment is all over the place in this pic but that piece was badly cracked so I've just put it together as best I could untill I can get a replacement.)
Posted by: Gulf91474 Jan 3 2017, 06:25 AM
It's a 3.2 life for her...
Posted by: white1975 Jan 3 2017, 07:02 AM
try to get enough energy to put mine back on the road .
has been off the road since 1985 and I am the original owner
family and kids took all the time and money
now permanently disabled with little money and lots of time
Posted by: Philip W. Jan 3 2017, 08:26 AM
try to get enough energy to put mine back on the road .
has been off the road since 1985 and I am the original owner
family and kids took all the time and money
now permanently disabled with little money and lots of time
original owner?, awesome!! I can say that it always takes time, but money varies depending on what you are capable of doing or willing to do. Ive done a lot myself but ended up paying to have the rust repair/welding done by someone with more experience in that area, but have saved thousands of dollars by doing stuff myself- there are a lot of guys in the Ohio area that may be able to help you too!.
BTW my car was originally sold at the Porsche Audi dealership in Dublin Ohio. Last name of the original owner was Graham I believe(have to check the records) I am #5 owner - that winter up there must be harsh because I know the car ended up in 29 palms CA and that probably saved its life- 8 years I ohio did a number on it- if your car has been of the road and was rust free when you took it off great! but rust does not sleep- How was it stored? you will need to do a lot of prep work to get it running- new gas lines etc are a must.- Post some pictures and oh Welcome to World
Posted by: billh1963 Jan 3 2017, 09:49 AM
It's a 3.2 life for her...
Very nice!
Posted by: JoeDees Jan 3 2017, 01:54 PM
My 914 New Year's resolution is to move it across country, introduce her to my father, get it stripped and back on the rotisserie, and start stripping the paint/body work/epoxy primer.
Posted by: white1975 Jan 3 2017, 02:24 PM
try to get enough energy to put mine back on the road .
has been off the road since 1985 and I am the original owner
family and kids took all the time and money
now permanently disabled with little money and lots of time
original owner?, awesome!! I can say that it always takes time, but money varies depending on what you are capable of doing or willing to do. Ive done a lot myself but ended up paying to have the rust repair/welding done by someone with more experience in that area, but have saved thousands of dollars by doing stuff myself- there are a lot of guys in the Ohio area that may be able to help you too!.
BTW my car was originally sold at the Porsche Audi dealership in Dublin Ohio. Last name of the original owner was Graham I believe(have to check the records) I am #5 owner - that winter up there must be harsh because I know the car ended up in 29 palms CA and that probably saved its life- 8 years I ohio did a number on it- if your car has been of the road and was rust free when you took it off great! but rust does not sleep- How was it stored? you will need to do a lot of prep work to get it running- new gas lines etc are a must.- Post some pictures and oh Welcome to World
we moved here last year form sacramento area the car is a calif car
Posted by: worn Jan 3 2017, 02:36 PM
Last year my goal was to completed the build challenge and get all the rust repair done-
Well I got the rust repair of floors and longs done thanks to Chris and the guys at Tangering aka CFR- but I ran out of money and had to stop short with the fender repair not quite done and car didn't get prepped for paint or painted- SO!!
For this year goal is to get it paint prepped and painted before Octeenerfest-
How about you????
Here is the current state of my car-
My resolution is to drive a completed '72 with 3.2 across the country and back.
Posted by: boxsterfan Jan 3 2017, 02:43 PM
Realistically, I'd like to have it torn down to a bare chassis and ready to be shipped off to sandblasting. I could be further along in this process, but I would have to schedule a weekend and supply beer/meat to a group of people in my area.
A side goal would be to purchase a /6 motor this year.
Posted by: tygaboy Jan 3 2017, 02:45 PM
It's a 3.2 life for her...
That right there? That is one of the best looking 914s on the planet!
Well done, my friend. Stunning. Just beautiful...
Posted by: socal1200r Jan 3 2017, 05:37 PM
If I don't sell it, get it repainted the same yellow...and get the radio working with some new speakers...
Posted by: sixaddict Jan 3 2017, 06:44 PM
Lets see....
1. Complete one restoration
2. Sell one instead
3. Get all cars out of the shops at the same time...
oops...bad plan must keep one there as not enough space ...kind of a garage musical chairs
4. arrange for car to go to shop
5. Don't complain how slow it is going
6. Don't buy any cars in 2017 ( wife just had strange feeling that wasn't
a hot flash)
7. Don't break anything 
8. Don't buy any cars
9. Stop looking for parts and get to the garage
We all know about resolutions so only 4 and 5 probable 
Posted by: Jamie Jan 3 2017, 08:07 PM
Project for this year on Mistress is to install new Tangerine SS tunnel lines to go with the front mounted fuel pump I moved 2 yrs. ago. Problem is that I filled the fuel tank before her winter slumber, and need to drain that fuel into...? Will probably postpone until warmer weather so that I can drive some of the fuel level down to near empty before removing the tank.
Posted by: Gulf91474 Jan 5 2017, 10:05 AM
It's a 3.2 life for her...
That right there? That is one of the best looking 914s on the planet!
Well done, my friend. Stunning. Just beautiful...
Thanks, For the comment..
Posted by: Andyrew Jan 5 2017, 10:26 AM
Convince my wife I need AC and a heater in the car, finish the interior, and stop the damn oil leaks from my newly rebuilt engine.
Posted by: mgp4591 Jan 5 2017, 12:52 PM
Convince my wife I need AC and a heater in the car, finish the interior, and stop the damn oil leaks from my newly rebuilt engine.
After a ride in your car in the summer when she may be the most uncomfortable, she may be begging you for the a/c!
I'd forgotten you were in Modesto - I was there a few weeks ago. See, there's this girl...
Posted by: Andyrew Jan 5 2017, 01:30 PM
Convince my wife I need AC and a heater in the car, finish the interior, and stop the damn oil leaks from my newly rebuilt engine.
After a ride in your car in the summer when she may be the most uncomfortable, she may be begging you for the a/c!
I'd forgotten you were in Modesto - I was there a few weeks ago. See, there's this girl...
With the baby on the way I doubt she'll ever be in the passengers seat unless Im at a track day with friends...
Posted by: smj Jan 5 2017, 01:56 PM
Dangerous, as I think my current job ended with 2016. But assuming I'm not living under a bridge...
1) Fix the door handles on the -4
2) Figure out why the engine bay cover no longer fits on the -4
3) Fix the damage to the -4's hood from a lifted pickup's tailpipe (grrr...)
4) Get working turn signals on the -6
5) Working driving/fog lights on the -6
6) Complete rebuild of the spare trans for the -6
7) Some rust repair on the -6
Realistically, that's plenty for the rate I've been moving... Somebody make sure to bring this thread back up around June as a reminder, yes?
Posted by: forrestkhaag Jan 5 2017, 04:23 PM
I will paint my hood again............ and this time, not let the motorized gate knock it flat on the ground then roll over it while it is on two horses in prep for red paint....... 
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Posted by: tom.esh Jan 5 2017, 04:33 PM
I would like to get all the rust repair done on my 73 shell. Hope to make progress each week.
Posted by: RickS Jan 6 2017, 01:05 AM
Get the thermal expansion issue with the clutch resolved so I will have 1st and reverse after the car is warm.
Edit: Accomplished with a thinner disc.
Get the hair trigger steering, which is hyper responsive sorted so going through a corner at speed is not a white knuckle pants soiling experience.
Tbd: just added new tires so we shall see.
Posted by: mbseto Jan 6 2017, 08:20 AM
Would like to get it out for paint by summer. That means finishing the long replacement on the pass side, do the long replacement on the driver's side, repair the firewall, repair the floor. Would be nice to be working on the engine over the summer. Driveable by year end? Seems like a dream right now...
Posted by: lonewolfe Jan 8 2017, 08:52 PM
Sort out the tuning of the new 2276.
Pass inspection and get it roadlegal.
Drive and sort out the small issues that are bound to come up when you drive your 914 for the first time in 4 years and having had it apart completely.
That is a stunning looking car - great job!
Thanks, still lots of little bits to do tho, but I'm starting to feel I've deserved a glass of something cold the day it passes inspection.
(The front valance fitment is all over the place in this pic but that piece was badly cracked so I've just put it together as best I could untill I can get a replacement.)
Matts, I always love seeing pictures of your car! What a beauty!
Posted by: orthobiz Jan 8 2017, 08:58 PM
I bought a 1971 1.7 last year, gotta get it sorted out this year!
Paul
Posted by: stevend914 Apr 7 2017, 07:04 PM
Here are my goals:
Jan - Install auxiliary cooler
Feb - Sort out ventilation system
Mar - Texas Hill Country Rallye & Treffen Hill Country Big Bend Nat'l Park
Apr - Nothing on the calendar...yet
May - Fiesta New Mexico Mesa Verde Nat'l Park
Jun - WCR 2017 & Rocky Mountain High Way Death Valley Nat'l Park Las Vegas Arches Nat'l Park
Jul - 2017 Porsche Parade Glacier Nat'l Park
Aug - Wisc golf vacation Maybe Run for the Hills
Sep - Treffen Ashville Maybe Okteenerfest
Oct - Maybe Dakota Region Wisconsin tour
Nov - PCA Palooza
Dec - Hibernate
Jan - I was talked out of installing one but I think I need one
Feb - Completed
Mar - Completed today 4850 total miles also went to Corpus Christi I was the only 914 at Treffen Hill Country
Apr - See Jan
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