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Posted by: NJTom Jan 26 2017, 05:58 AM

Hello, I'm restoring a 1972 914 and I'm/we're getting close to the end (thank God can't wait). The vinyl side sales need to be replaced, I know I can buy the pre cut pieces but even the OEM replicas are $25.00. Don't get me wrong I don't mind spending money but I just like to be smart about plus I only need the side and not the top. I saw and step by step instructions on replacing them but I was wondering if someone has a "template" with the sizes and where cut cut the "notches". If not I'll "wing it". Thanks in advance.


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Posted by: rnellums Jan 26 2017, 07:42 AM

Call me crazy, but I would think the money would be better saved elsewhere. Getting the texture right is important IMO.

Posted by: NJTom Jan 26 2017, 08:38 AM

Hi thanks, I know this will sound idiotic but I'm not that fussy. This will never be a numbers matching or collectors car so I doubt very much that only a few Porsche purists would notice but thanks again I will consider....

Posted by: tomh Jan 26 2017, 09:07 AM

It's a hassle to remove all the trim and do this, I just did it.
Don't just wing it,do it right with the proper material. 914 rubbers kit is inexpensive and the pieces fit perfectly.

Posted by: NJTom Jan 26 2017, 09:12 AM

Thanks yes I saw their kit. Trims already off we are getting it ready for paint. But will mostl likely order. Thanks again

Posted by: Front yard mechanic Jan 26 2017, 09:15 AM

Wing it it's what we do

Posted by: NJTom Jan 26 2017, 09:18 AM

Thanks! We say that a lot up at "The Barn" the local shop who's doing my car. I love those guys!

Posted by: bdstone914 Jan 26 2017, 09:20 AM

Hope you choose a vinyl that will hold but under outside exposure and sunlight.

Posted by: Dave_Darling Jan 26 2017, 02:27 PM

I've seen photos of cars done with truck bed liner paint on the sail panels. It's not quite the right texture, but it's not bad.

--DD

Posted by: Big Len Jan 26 2017, 02:52 PM

You're talking about a $33.00 difference in getting 914 Rubber's pre-cut pieces that are identical to original.

To me, it's a no brainer vs. winging it.

Posted by: boxsterfan Jan 26 2017, 03:14 PM

Find some sail panel vinyl that looks like brushed aluminum....ala like the 911 targa's. Put that on and see what it looks like.

Posted by: malcolm2 Jan 26 2017, 03:19 PM

My car is also non-Concours. I like the patina of a 40 year old paint job (or a 20 year old re-spray).

I painted my sails with truck bed liner type stuff. Cheap stuff from the AutoZone. Dave is right, it does not look perfect. It left a random bumpy texture, flat finish. I was really surprised at how good it looked.

I used the same stuff on the rocker covers. After 25,000 miles of daily driving, a spot has worn off where my foot or blue jeans rub the edge as I crawl into the driver's seat. One day I'll just touch it up.

Posted by: NJTom Jan 26 2017, 03:34 PM

Thanks for all the info, I saw a you tube once where bed liner was used. But never could find again. Might be worthwhile to do a "test" worth case just strip and start over! Thanks again everyone

Posted by: malcolm2 Jan 26 2017, 04:58 PM

not very good pictures and I would say I have not washed the car since the summer, so it could be dusty.

But this is the bed liner stuff. Dupli-color Bed Armour.

Posted by: NJTom Jan 26 2017, 05:33 PM

Wow thanks!

Posted by: malcolm2 Jan 26 2017, 06:07 PM

By the way, I forgot that I did not "paint" the top of the targa bar. I guess I could have. But the vinyl was OK up there, so I did not remove it.