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Posted by: Coondog May 5 2017, 07:57 PM
I should have started this along time ago.
Purchased a stock 1.8 two years ago, car found in Suprise Arz.
Two part process beginning with full brake, suspension upgrade and back date bumpers, work done by PMS
Before
After
Posted by: Larmo63 May 5 2017, 07:58 PM
Having a build thread here can be dangerous and a hazard to your health.
(mental health)
Posted by: Coondog May 5 2017, 08:00 PM
One year later my car is back in PMS shop this time for a 3.2 build, even a nice 914 has rust
Posted by: Coondog May 5 2017, 08:01 PM
QUOTE(Larmo63 @ May 5 2017, 06:58 PM)
Having a build thread here can be dangerous and a hazard to your health.
(mental health)
Dangerous to my wallet.....
Posted by: Coondog May 5 2017, 08:03 PM
Motor mounts installed
Posted by: Coondog May 5 2017, 08:08 PM
Work done for the GT Cooler
Posted by: jkb944t May 5 2017, 08:51 PM
Where did you get the oil cooler shroud? It looks like it is made of steel.
Jeff B
Posted by: Larmo63 May 5 2017, 08:53 PM
Best option on the motor mount...
Posted by: Coondog May 5 2017, 08:54 PM
QUOTE(jkb944t @ May 5 2017, 07:51 PM)
Where did you get the oil cooler shroud? It looks like it is made of steel.
Jeff B
Made by Patrick Motor Sport, you can order off there web site , its not steel just pressed tin.
Posted by: forrestkhaag May 12 2017, 08:30 AM
Getting close?
Posted by: mb911 May 12 2017, 09:15 AM
QUOTE(Coondog @ May 5 2017, 06:54 PM)
QUOTE(jkb944t @ May 5 2017, 07:51 PM)
Where did you get the oil cooler shroud? It looks like it is made of steel.
Jeff B
Made by Patrick Motor Sport, you can order off there web site , its not steel just pressed tin.
Umm what exactly is pressed tin? I think you mean it is thin gauge steel that is pressed. " tin " is used in things like solder.
Posted by: Travis Neff May 12 2017, 11:16 AM
up in the back.
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Posted by: Cairo94507 May 13 2017, 06:45 AM
PMS is a great shop- no doubt. Can't wait to see it done.
Posted by: Coondog May 13 2017, 07:03 AM
Engine done
Posted by: sb914 May 13 2017, 09:36 AM
Sweet you must be stoked !!
Posted by: jkb944t May 15 2017, 11:34 AM
QUOTE(Coondog @ May 5 2017, 06:54 PM)
QUOTE(jkb944t @ May 5 2017, 07:51 PM)
Where did you get the oil cooler shroud? It looks like it is made of steel.
Jeff B
Made by Patrick Motor Sport, you can order off there web site , its not steel just pressed tin.
I checked with Patrick Motor Sports today and they told me that they only sell the fiberglass version of the oil cooler shroud.
Jeff B
Posted by: Cairo94507 May 15 2017, 02:15 PM
ScottyB fabricated the aluminum one for my front oil cooler. Check out my thread for pics.
Posted by: Coondog May 15 2017, 05:45 PM
I saw this on PMBs Facebook site. Looks pretty cool.
Posted by: pete000 May 15 2017, 06:38 PM
What a nice facility !
Posted by: horizontally-opposed May 15 2017, 06:56 PM
QUOTE(Larmo63 @ May 5 2017, 06:58 PM)
Having a build thread here can be dangerous and a hazard to your health.
(mental health)
+1 But you get there, one way or another. And it's worth it!
Really nice car, Coondog...
Posted by: infraredcalvin May 15 2017, 09:25 PM
QUOTE(Coondog @ May 15 2017, 04:45 PM)
I saw this on PMBs Facebook site. Looks pretty cool.
I'm not sure if it's this one or another like it, but there's a pretty detailed thread on how a member here made that (or like it) somewhere on here... I thought I saved it cause I want to do the same thing...
Posted by: Coondog May 16 2017, 05:52 PM
I didn't want my bumper cut and wanted to keep the LE spoiler so this is what we came up with.
Posted by: mepstein May 16 2017, 07:02 PM
QUOTE(infraredcalvin @ May 15 2017, 11:25 PM)
QUOTE(Coondog @ May 15 2017, 04:45 PM)
I saw this on PMBs Facebook site. Looks pretty cool.
I'm not sure if it's this one or another like it, but there's a pretty detailed thread on how a member here made that (or like it) somewhere on here... I thought I saved it cause I want to do the same thing...
East coaster
http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=55240&hl=Oil+cooler
Posted by: Montreal914 May 16 2017, 09:42 PM
QUOTE(Coondog @ May 15 2017, 04:45 PM)
I saw this on PMBs Facebook site. Looks pretty cool.
Looks like McMark's version of East Coaster...
Picture taken from another thread
Posted by: echocanyons May 16 2017, 10:45 PM
Yes,
The orange car is mine and I commissioned Mark to build a cooler similar to the Eastcoasters work.
The finish work and functionality was completed by Eric st PMB and his team.
Posted by: rgalla9146 May 17 2017, 05:20 AM
QUOTE(echocanyons @ May 17 2017, 12:45 AM)
Yes,
The orange car is mine and I commissioned Mark to build a cooler similar to the Eastcoasters work.
The finish work and functionality was completed by Eric st PMB and his team.
I'm going with the same concept.
I can't believe it was seen here in NJ 11 years ago !
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Posted by: JmuRiz May 17 2017, 08:23 AM
Best oil cooler shrouding ever!!! Spare and everything all hidden below the front trunk cover.
Posted by: Coondog May 17 2017, 09:14 AM
Rust repair around battery tray done.
Posted by: Coondog May 20 2017, 03:46 PM
Primer put down, getting closer.
Posted by: Larmo63 May 20 2017, 04:54 PM
Looks good, Greg!!!
I think having someone else do the hard stuff looks like the way to go.
Posted by: Coondog May 20 2017, 06:28 PM
QUOTE(Larmo63 @ May 20 2017, 03:54 PM)
Looks good, Greg!!!
I think having someone else do the hard stuff looks like the way to go.
I agree, my days of tackling such a project are long gone.
Posted by: Coondog Sep 6 2017, 03:06 PM
Thanks to Perry my 3.2 motor is back in business. Tins fitted and off for powder coating.
Posted by: Coondog Sep 7 2017, 08:16 PM
More pics
Posted by: Coondog Sep 28 2017, 04:40 AM
My 914 finally moved up the production line at PMS. Again thanks to Perry for the engine tins. I think I can see light at the end of the tunnel.
Posted by: Cairo94507 Sep 28 2017, 06:29 AM
How very cool. Loving the progress pictures.
Posted by: Perry Kiehl Sep 28 2017, 07:23 AM
Looking good!
Posted by: JOEPROPER Sep 28 2017, 08:27 AM
QUOTE(Larmo63 @ May 5 2017, 10:53 PM)
Best option on the motor mount...
Is there a measurement taken for the location of this mount installation, or is it perfectly centered on the firewall?
Posted by: mepstein Sep 28 2017, 08:29 AM
QUOTE(JOEPROPER @ Sep 28 2017, 10:27 AM)
QUOTE(Larmo63 @ May 5 2017, 10:53 PM)
Best option on the motor mount...
Is there a measurement taken for the location of this mount installation, or is it perfectly centered on the firewall?
Centered. The ribs on each side at the engine firewall make it easy.
Posted by: Coondog Oct 1 2017, 01:10 PM
Heres a pic of my 3.2 motor mated to the trans. I have been asked why I didn't add some powder coating bling to the usual engine components.
This was on my list but I felt it was more wise to put those funds into my rebuilt trans.
I stepped up and had a WAVETRAC ATB Differential and a Patrick magnesium Intermediate Plate installed along with other goodies.
The engine bling can wait another day.
Posted by: mepstein Oct 1 2017, 03:09 PM
Engine bling in a 914 doesn’t really show much compared to a 911.
Posted by: 914forme Oct 1 2017, 06:14 PM
Be interested in how well the wavetrac does.
Get the car going, bling does not make a car go, and can always be added latter.
Now if I just heeded my own advise.
Posted by: Larmo63 Oct 1 2017, 06:23 PM
QUOTE(mepstein @ Oct 1 2017, 02:09 PM)
Engine bling in a 914 doesn’t really show much compared to a 911.
Actually, not much shows at all if you keep your engine compartment closed.
Posted by: Cairo94507 Oct 6 2017, 06:35 AM
Congratulations! Wont' be long now before you are causing down the streets enjoying that 3.2.
Posted by: barefoot Oct 6 2017, 07:35 AM
QUOTE(Coondog @ Oct 1 2017, 03:10 PM)
Heres a pic of my 3.2 motor mated to the trans. I have been asked why I didn't add some powder coating bling to the usual engine components.
This was on my list but I felt it was more wise to put those funds into my rebuilt trans.
I stepped up and had a WAVETRAC ATB Differential and a Patrick magnesium Intermediate Plate installed along with other goodies.
Why a magnesium intermediate plate?
mag is only 65% as stiff as aluminum (it's tension modulus) In a gear case, stiffness is the key thing you need, you'd be better off with the stock aluminum int. plate.
That's why aluminum 911 engine cases are superior to mag.
Posted by: jd74914 Oct 6 2017, 08:10 AM
QUOTE(barefoot @ Oct 6 2017, 08:35 AM)
QUOTE(Coondog @ Oct 1 2017, 03:10 PM)
Heres a pic of my 3.2 motor mated to the trans. I have been asked why I didn't add some powder coating bling to the usual engine components.
This was on my list but I felt it was more wise to put those funds into my rebuilt trans.
I stepped up and had a WAVETRAC ATB Differential and a Patrick magnesium Intermediate Plate installed along with other goodies.
Why a magnesium intermediate plate?
mag is only 65% as stiff as aluminum (it's tension modulus) In a gear case, stiffness is the key thing you need, you'd be better off with the stock aluminum int. plate.
That's why aluminum 911 engine cases are superior to mag.
Patrick's replacement intermediate plate is billet aluminum.
That car is looking great!! Shouldn't be too long until you're driving, right?
Posted by: ndfrigi Oct 6 2017, 08:22 AM
Congrats Greg!
Posted by: Coondog Oct 6 2017, 10:51 AM
QUOTE(jd74914 @ Oct 6 2017, 06:10 AM)
QUOTE(barefoot @ Oct 6 2017, 08:35 AM)
QUOTE(Coondog @ Oct 1 2017, 03:10 PM)
Heres a pic of my 3.2 motor mated to the trans. I have been asked why I didn't add some powder coating bling to the usual engine components.
This was on my list but I felt it was more wise to put those funds into my rebuilt trans.
I stepped up and had a WAVETRAC ATB Differential and a Patrick magnesium Intermediate Plate installed along with other goodies.
Why a magnesium intermediate plate?
mag is only 65% as stiff as aluminum (it's tension modulus) In a gear case, stiffness is the key thing you need, you'd be better off with the stock aluminum int. plate.
That's why aluminum 911 engine cases are superior to mag.
Patrick's replacement intermediate plate is billet aluminum.
That car is looking great!! Shouldn't be too long until you're driving, right?
Yes your correct it is billet aluminum, got it backwards. They removed the mag plate. Hoping Mr. Patrick will call me soon so I can travel
to Phoenix and trailer the car back to Calif for some PCH cruising..
Posted by: Larmo63 Oct 6 2017, 11:19 PM
Stealthy.
Posted by: Cairo94507 Oct 7 2017, 07:01 AM
Your car looks great. Now drive and enjoy it.
Posted by: mepstein Oct 7 2017, 07:24 AM
There’s a lot to be said for writing a big check and having a car back in months instead of diy for a couple years.
Posted by: scallyk9 Oct 7 2017, 02:16 PM
I also have a white narrow-body 3.2L conversion. Mine is using an '87 Carrera motor with Motronic, and I noticed a detail with yours that I had not seen before. It's very clever and I want it...
Was the black intake tube that places the volume airflow sensor closer to the firewall a PMS fabrication? Something they sell? You have a very nice car and well thought conversion by the way.
Posted by: Coondog Oct 7 2017, 03:09 PM
QUOTE(scallyk9 @ Oct 7 2017, 01:16 PM)
I also have a white narrow-body 3.2L conversion. Mine is using an '87 Carrera motor with Motronic, and I noticed a detail with yours that I had not seen before. It's very clever and I want it...
Was the black intake tube that places the volume airflow sensor closer to the firewall a PMS fabrication? Something they sell? You have a very nice car and well thought conversion by the way.
Thank you, wish I could answer your question. Best to call James.
Posted by: napasteve Oct 7 2017, 04:13 PM
Congrats Coondog, looks outstanding!
Posted by: Larmo63 Oct 7 2017, 06:51 PM
Have them flare it before you pick it up next week.
Posted by: 914forme Oct 7 2017, 08:19 PM
QUOTE(mepstein @ Oct 7 2017, 09:24 AM)
There’s a lot to be said for writing a big check and having a car back in months instead of diy for a couple years.
But it sure is purdy, enjoy the drive
Posted by: Coondog Oct 7 2017, 08:26 PM
QUOTE(Larmo63 @ Oct 7 2017, 05:51 PM)
Have them flare it before you pick it up next week.
I like the flair look on Moveqiks 914
Posted by: pete000 Oct 7 2017, 08:41 PM
Impressive car, Impressive build, impressive shop, impressive !
Posted by: Blue6 Oct 7 2017, 09:19 PM
WOW! That's gonna be fun...
Posted by: Steve Oct 7 2017, 10:35 PM
PMS does awesome work!! Congrats!!
Beware of throttle induced oversteer, unless you can get at least 225 series tires in the rear.
Posted by: defianty Oct 8 2017, 02:11 AM
QUOTE(Larmo63 @ Oct 7 2017, 06:19 AM)
Stealthy.
Exactly the first thing that ran through my mind too.
Great car!
Posted by: porschetub Oct 23 2017, 06:13 PM
Great ,another conversion getting closer always enjoy these updates ,excellent reading...stuff to learn along the way too .
Posted by: burton73 Oct 23 2017, 07:43 PM
QUOTE(mepstein @ Oct 7 2017, 06:24 AM)
There’s a lot to be said for writing a big check and having a car back in months instead of diy for a couple years.
There is a lot to be said to have the money in the bank to write that CK.
Bob B
Posted by: Coondog Oct 23 2017, 07:51 PM
QUOTE(burton73 @ Oct 23 2017, 06:43 PM)
QUOTE(mepstein @ Oct 7 2017, 06:24 AM)
There’s a lot to be said for writing a big check and having a car back in months instead of diy for a couple years.
There is a lot to be said to have the money in the bank to write that CK.
Bob B
Parts were the biggest expense. Labor surprisingly cheap.
Posted by: Edward Blume Oct 23 2017, 07:57 PM
QUOTE(Coondog @ Oct 23 2017, 04:59 PM)
Now you're just bragging.... congrats.
Posted by: Larmo63 Oct 23 2017, 07:59 PM
I can't wait to see your sh&% eating' grin after you drive it for the first time!!!
More congrats!!!!!
Posted by: Coondog Oct 23 2017, 08:42 PM
QUOTE(Larmo63 @ Oct 23 2017, 06:59 PM)
I can't wait to see your sh&% eating' grin after you drive it for the first time!!!
More congrats!!!!!
Thanks, I had to listen to James Patrick for a half hour telling me how awesome it was to drive. Only thing left is alignment and they had to order a new 28 pin computer chip.
Posted by: horizontally-opposed Oct 24 2017, 11:43 PM
What a great-looking car!
Congrats, and love the narrow bodywork!
Posted by: Coondog Nov 6 2017, 07:45 PM
QUOTE(Larmo63 @ Oct 23 2017, 05:59 PM)
I can't wait to see your sh&% eating' grin after you drive it for the first time!!!
More congrats!!!!!
Just trailered the car back from PMS, words cannot explain the night and day differance a six cylinder motor makes in these cars. And yes that shit eating grin is real. Pics to follow in a couple days.
Posted by: ndfrigi Nov 6 2017, 07:52 PM
So sir Greg u got the car back already? now time for short video to share here.
Congratulations!
Posted by: MoveQik Nov 7 2017, 07:01 AM
QUOTE(Coondog @ Oct 7 2017, 07:26 PM)
QUOTE(Larmo63 @ Oct 7 2017, 05:51 PM)
Have them flare it before you pick it up next week.
I like the flair look on Moveqiks 914
Thanks! Your car looks awesome! So today is the 7th....you should swing by my place after you pick it up
Posted by: 76-914 Nov 7 2017, 07:17 AM
QUOTE(Coondog @ Nov 6 2017, 05:45 PM)
QUOTE(Larmo63 @ Oct 23 2017, 05:59 PM)
I can't wait to see your sh&% eating' grin after you drive it for the first time!!!
More congrats!!!!!
words cannot explain the night and day differance a six cylinder motor makes in these cars.
Makes you want listen to Aretha sing R-E-S-P-E-C-T
Posted by: porschetub Nov 9 2017, 01:52 AM
QUOTE(Coondog @ Nov 7 2017, 02:45 PM)
QUOTE(Larmo63 @ Oct 23 2017, 05:59 PM)
I can't wait to see your sh&% eating' grin after you drive it for the first time!!!
More congrats!!!!!
Just trailered the car back from PMS, words cannot explain the night and day differance a six cylinder motor makes in these cars. And yes that shit eating grin is real. Pics to follow in a couple days.
Ha ha they even sound good on idle,never had any motor that rev's as easy,had to learn to drive in a lower gear to keep mine on the boil,not so much with of an issue a bigger engine like you have...anyway just enjoy it and go
.
Posted by: Cairo94507 Nov 9 2017, 06:59 AM
Your car looks terrific. We need pictures of the top and bottom views. Looking forward to the video with sound.
Posted by: 76-914 Nov 9 2017, 08:09 AM
Super nice!
Posted by: JOEPROPER Nov 9 2017, 08:18 AM
COTM
Posted by: Coondog Jan 17 2018, 07:18 PM
Welded in a bracket to mount my spare.......Thank you Bruce for the tire and bracket.
Started putting down Dyna Mat. Next will be to glue in felt back pad then make custom tray to mount my Fire Extinguishers.
Posted by: Coondog Jan 17 2018, 07:30 PM
Another quick mod. Thank you Mike
Posted by: buck toenges Jan 18 2018, 01:24 PM
how are you planning to shield the air filter from rain? Maybe you don't have rain issues but I am looking for a solution using the 914-6 GT engine lid and rain getting into the air filter.
Buck
Posted by: Coondog Jan 18 2018, 05:36 PM
QUOTE(buck toenges @ Jan 18 2018, 11:24 AM)
how are you planning to shield the air filter from rain? Maybe you don't have rain issues but I am looking for a solution using the 914-6 GT engine lid and rain getting into the air filter
It sets far enough forward to be protected by the rear deck but ultimately it’s not going to be driven in the rain. I hope...
Posted by: Coondog Feb 3 2018, 03:33 PM
Glued down the top half of the felt pad. Decided not to go with the stock grey pad that I got from AA as it fit like crap. Went with same material but in black. Now need to make a custom base board to mount my Fire Extinguishers.
Posted by: Coondog Feb 28 2018, 05:05 PM
Front trunk done, now just need to mount my Fire Extinguishers
Posted by: Cairo94507 Mar 1 2018, 07:41 AM
That looks slick.
Posted by: Mueller Mar 1 2018, 09:31 AM
QUOTE(Coondog @ Feb 28 2018, 03:05 PM)
Front trunk done, now just need to mount my Fire Extinguishers
Slick, I like it.
Posted by: eric9144 Mar 1 2018, 10:49 AM
Front trunk looks dialed! Great job!
Posted by: forrestkhaag Mar 1 2018, 06:12 PM
Very nice job. PMS guys are tops in this world but I am sure you have about as many or more hours in the outcome.
Posted by: horizontally-opposed Mar 1 2018, 09:30 PM
Very cool looking front trunk—and car in general.
Posted by: Coondog Apr 11 2018, 06:16 AM
Quick run on the Dyno before my Wong chip is installed.
Sorry, took down PMS FB video until I can figure out why it opens up my FB account for the world to see......
Posted by: Jeff Hail Apr 11 2018, 08:08 PM
QUOTE(Coondog @ Apr 11 2018, 05:16 AM)
Quick run on the Dyno before my Wong chip is installed.
Sorry, took down PMS FB video until I can figure out why it opens up my FB account for the world to see......
Good place to start would be here.
https://www.facebook.com/help/131112897028467
You can download your FB data to see what Marky Z and Cambridge Analytica has on you.
Posted by: Coondog Apr 16 2018, 08:36 PM
Steve Wong chip installed, added 13 more RWHP
Posted by: JmuRiz Apr 17 2018, 06:59 AM
13 more HP than what...what were the final numbers. Not many of us actually dyno test/tune our cars. I'm interested to hear what he drive-train loss % is on a 914.
I've heard great things from the Steve Wong chip'd 3.2 engines, even told my wife's mgr to get one when he had his 3.2 Carerra rebuilt,
Car looks GREAT!!!
Posted by: Steve Apr 17 2018, 07:04 AM
I also have a SW chip and Ford Mustang MAF. I plan to put everything back on after I get the oxygen sensor and gauge installed so I can monitor the air fuel mixture. Car looks great!! Love Jim’s cars!! I used to live in Chandler and visit his shop often.
Posted by: Steve Apr 17 2018, 07:06 AM
QUOTE(JmuRiz @ Apr 17 2018, 05:59 AM)
13 more HP than what...what were the final numbers. Not many of us actually dyno test/tune our cars. I'm interested to hear what he drive-train loss % is on a 914.
I've heard great things from the Steve Wong chip'd 3.2 engines, even told my wife's mgr to get one when he had his 3.2 Carerra rebuilt,
Car looks GREAT!!!
Check out Bruce Anderson’s book. He has a nice section on 3.2’s that include chip, maf, exhaust and hp gains.
Posted by: mepstein Apr 17 2018, 07:15 AM
I drove one of our 911’s with a stock Porsche chip and a custom sw chip. It was a nice difference. Chip was $800 but if your going to do it, might as well go all in.
Posted by: don-6 Apr 17 2018, 09:37 AM
Interested to see the before and after HP and Torque figures.
Also, what is the seat of your pants feeling between stock and chipped?
Posted by: Steve Apr 17 2018, 08:14 PM
Curious if there is any power lost since your running B&B heat exchangers. If there 1 5/8”, there shouldn’t be any power loss. The factory heat exchangers are like 1 1/4” and are way to small for a 3.2. I’m running MB911’s 1 5/8” heat exchangers and there is a noticeable power difference over stock heat exchangers.
Posted by: mepstein Apr 18 2018, 07:54 AM
A SW chip is about the fastest, easiest and cheapest way to get some more HP out of a 3.2.
Posted by: mb911 Apr 18 2018, 08:10 AM
If your running equal length 1-5/8" heat exchangers you will realize the most power from your 3.2. Anything less will leave to much on the table..
Stock heat exchangers are 1.5 od which is about 1.375 ID just to give you an idea.
Posted by: mepstein Apr 18 2018, 08:16 AM
QUOTE(mb911 @ Apr 18 2018, 10:10 AM)
If your running equal length 1-5/8" heat exchangers you will realize the most power from your 3.2. Anything less will leave to much on the table..
Stock heat exchangers are 1.5 od which is about 1.375 ID just to give you an idea.
100% agree.
Posted by: mepstein Apr 18 2018, 08:18 AM
QUOTE(mb911 @ Apr 18 2018, 10:10 AM)
If your running equal length 1-5/8" heat exchangers you will realize the most power from your 3.2. Anything less will leave to much on the table..
Stock heat exchangers are 1.5 od which is about 1.375 ID just to give you an idea.
100% agree.
I never even tried the BB heat exchangers since they got such poor reviews for lack of heat and poor construction.
Posted by: mb911 Apr 18 2018, 06:53 PM
QUOTE(914forme @ Apr 18 2018, 09:49 AM)
Only thing I like about the BB is the collector. But if they built it cheaply it is no better than the factory style collector. If they do them like these. It would certainly help the performance.
Burns Stainless Merge collector
We digress, I like the touches on this build, enjoy the
I don't think b&b uses the reverse cone do they?
I have a fixture to make those collectors and can do it for half of what burns sells theirs for.. Hmm maybe a new product
Posted by: Coondog Jan 20 2019, 11:34 AM
Getting ready to cut.
Posted by: Cairo94507 Jan 20 2019, 11:42 AM
Posted by: mb911 Jan 20 2019, 03:38 PM
Looking good.. I know something else will be shipping this week as well to fit on your car.. Keep up the updates.
Posted by: Larmo63 Jan 20 2019, 07:51 PM
Wow, looks great so far. Obviously you are in great (expensive) hands and this will be done right.
Can't wait to see the finished product.
Posted by: Coondog Jan 22 2019, 03:43 PM
Moving along.
Posted by: ndfrigi Jan 22 2019, 05:47 PM
congrats sir Greg!
That is super fast and clean metal work!
Posted by: Coondog Jan 24 2019, 07:21 PM
Starting to look like a GT.
Posted by: 914forme Jan 24 2019, 09:06 PM
Yes it is looking good, also showed up on Patrick's Instagram feed.
Posted by: burton73 Jan 25 2019, 01:25 PM
What is your 5 lug spare tire set up?
You will have it back soon. The waiting is almost over
Bob B
Posted by: Tdskip Jan 25 2019, 02:40 PM
Exciting progress
Posted by: Coondog Jan 25 2019, 03:06 PM
QUOTE(burton73 @ Jan 25 2019, 11:25 AM)
What is your 5 lug spare tire set up?
You will have it back soon. The waiting is almost over
Bob B
Bought the collapsible spare and the floor pan bracket from Bruce. Had my muffler shop friend make a custom plate and then weld everything in place.
Posted by: burton73 Jan 25 2019, 04:03 PM
Nice. Very clean set up.
Bob B
Posted by: Coondog Jan 25 2019, 07:33 PM
Sorry don’t have a pic of my fire extinguisher set up.
Posted by: Lucky9146 Jan 26 2019, 05:16 AM
QUOTE(Coondog @ Jan 25 2019, 05:33 PM)
Sorry don’t have a pic of my fire extinguisher set up.
Coondog isn't this yours?
Posted by: Coondog Jan 26 2019, 08:22 AM
Old pic before spare tire mounted but same concept.
I tell everyone to buy a purple K Fire Extinguisher.
Best fuel/metal fire extinguisher out there.
Posted by: ndfrigi Jan 26 2019, 08:43 AM
QUOTE(Coondog @ Jan 26 2019, 06:22 AM)
Old pic before spare tire mounted but same concept.
I tell everyone to buy a purple K Fire Extinguisher.
Best fuel/metal fire extinguisher out there.
Yup learn it from the expert! Thanks sir Greg!
Any target date when your car will finish?
Posted by: burton73 Jan 26 2019, 09:04 AM
QUOTE(mepstein @ Apr 18 2018, 05:54 AM)
A SW chip is about the fastest, easiest and cheapest way to get some more HP out of a 3.2.
I had a SW chip in my 86 Carrera and it made my car feel faster buy a bit. No lying you can feel it in the seat of your paints. All across the power band. Nothing easer to gain power from an EFI Motronic 3.2 in the case of my 86 Carrera I had to put the stock one in to pass smog in CA .
Steve made my chip while I was at his house.
Bob B
Posted by: Coondog Feb 1 2019, 07:42 PM
Say goodbye to my antenna...Got a few more holes to fill in........
Posted by: Coondog Feb 2 2019, 06:12 PM
These weren’t the holes I was talking about. Amazing what you find underneath the paint.
Posted by: horizontally-opposed Feb 2 2019, 06:26 PM
QUOTE(Coondog @ Feb 1 2019, 05:42 PM)
Say goodbye to my antenna...Got a few more holes to fill in........
Been there, done that. And have never missed it…
Posted by: horizontally-opposed Feb 2 2019, 06:27 PM
QUOTE(Coondog @ Feb 2 2019, 04:12 PM)
These weren’t the holes I was talking about. Amazing what you find underneath the paint.
Any idea what these are from? Old-school "dent pulling"? The metal looks a bit nice for that...
Posted by: Coondog Feb 2 2019, 06:41 PM
My first thought was 70s side molding but it didn’t go the length of the door and the other door was hole free.
Posted by: mepstein Feb 2 2019, 06:59 PM
Slide hammer to pull out dent?
Posted by: horizontally-opposed Feb 2 2019, 07:03 PM
QUOTE(mepstein @ Feb 2 2019, 04:59 PM)
Slide hammer to pull out dent?
^ That's what I was wondering.
And had the same thought about side moldings, as my car had those train-wrecks—but the holes were 2-3-2 down each side, front fender, door, rear fender.
I'm guessing this had to be slide hammer, but the door looks pretty darn nice. Was it as nice as it looks in metal now?
Posted by: Coondog Feb 19 2019, 01:23 PM
Little rust around the W/S frame fixed and W/S wiper nozzles removed.
Posted by: Coondog Feb 22 2019, 05:20 PM
Car is moving along. Sprayed with High Build Primer today. I have to admit, I never heard of that process.
Posted by: ValcoOscar Feb 22 2019, 05:24 PM
QUOTE(Coondog @ Feb 22 2019, 03:20 PM)
Car is moving along. Sprayed with High Build Primer today. I have to admit, I never heard of that process.
Nice...you can hardly see the flares.
Oscar
Posted by: mepstein Feb 22 2019, 06:23 PM
QUOTE(Coondog @ Feb 22 2019, 06:20 PM)
Car is moving along. Sprayed with High Build Primer today. I have to admit, I never heard of that process.
Common these days. Made to go on thick instead of having to spray multiple coats.
Posted by: preach Mar 13 2019, 03:40 PM
beautiful.
Posted by: Cairo94507 Mar 13 2019, 04:21 PM
Nothing like seeing fresh paint on your project; it looks terrific. Congratulations. Now, let the fun begin with all of the new and shiny parts.
Posted by: mb911 Mar 13 2019, 05:04 PM
That looks great. I keep getting so much heat about my color choice that white or Black maybe back as an option. White looks so nice.
Posted by: EdwardBlume Mar 15 2019, 08:23 AM
Going to have to clean up my face now...
Posted by: ndfrigi Mar 15 2019, 09:24 AM
QUOTE(Coondog @ Mar 13 2019, 02:28 PM)
wow! congrats sir Greg!
Posted by: Larmo63 Mar 15 2019, 10:06 AM
Can't wait to see it back on the road.
It looks awesome so far!!!!
Posted by: horizontally-opposed Mar 15 2019, 11:13 AM
Posted by: Coondog Apr 3 2019, 07:07 PM
On the alignment rack, waiting for the 914-Rubber dash then windshield. Notice I deleted the antenna and the windshield squirters.
Look at those awesome rims I got from Bob Burton.
Posted by: mepstein Apr 3 2019, 07:14 PM
If that was my car I’d be jumping out of my skin. Nice job.
Posted by: 914_teener Apr 3 2019, 07:26 PM
Wow.
Will we be seeing this car in So Cal in June?
Posted by: Coondog Apr 3 2019, 07:29 PM
QUOTE(914_teener @ Apr 3 2019, 06:26 PM)
Wow.
Will we be seeing this car in So Cal in June?
Yes Sir......
Posted by: 914_teener Apr 3 2019, 07:37 PM
Good to hear!
Posted by: ValcoOscar Apr 3 2019, 07:37 PM
Phenomenal results with powertrain to back up the look.
to you (your wallet) and James at PMS.
Oscar
Posted by: sb914 Apr 3 2019, 08:52 PM
Looks fantastic!
Posted by: burton73 Apr 3 2019, 09:06 PM
That baby is CLEAN!!
Great work having the vision of your car finished, and getting it done.
Bob Burton
Posted by: ndfrigi Apr 3 2019, 11:06 PM
wow that is beautiful Mr. Fireman!
Posted by: horizontally-opposed Apr 3 2019, 11:39 PM
Looks great!
Posted by: Steve Apr 4 2019, 07:32 AM
Looks Awesome!! but I would expect nothing less from PMS.
Posted by: JOEPROPER Apr 4 2019, 12:39 PM
Looks great.
Posted by: pete000 Apr 4 2019, 03:47 PM
Candy !
Posted by: napasteve Apr 4 2019, 04:40 PM
Damn good looking.
Posted by: sb914 Apr 4 2019, 05:19 PM
White is the new black!
I had a 64 bug bright white ,2180 moter,48 idas,beef a diff ,with polish Fuchs.
Loved that car. Love yours more !!!!
Posted by: defianty Apr 5 2019, 01:17 AM
That looks awesome!
Posted by: eric9144 Apr 5 2019, 01:48 PM
Damn @Coondoog that thing is beautiful! Congratulations!
Posted by: ValcoOscar Apr 5 2019, 02:26 PM
QUOTE(eric9144 @ Apr 5 2019, 12:48 PM)
Damn @Coondoog that thing is beautiful! Congratulations!
@http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=19195
Posted by: Coondog Apr 9 2019, 10:22 PM
Looks like my 914 is almost done......
Posted by: Coondog Apr 9 2019, 10:22 PM
Posted by: Justinp71 Apr 9 2019, 10:40 PM
Looks Amazing!
Posted by: defianty Apr 10 2019, 02:01 AM
Wow! Beautiful!
Posted by: ValcoOscar Apr 10 2019, 04:47 AM
QUOTE(Coondog @ Apr 9 2019, 09:22 PM)
Looks like my 914 is almost done......
Greg
Ok enough teasing...just install windshield wipers later and meet us at Route 66.
Oscar
Posted by: Cairo94507 Apr 10 2019, 07:07 AM
Absolutely beautiful.
Posted by: EdwardBlume Apr 10 2019, 07:36 AM
Schwing!
Posted by: 76-914 Apr 10 2019, 07:54 AM
Ha! I just caught up on your thread. I kept skipping it thinking ya'll were just chewing the Fat over the first build. Looks great. You have me beat by 1 HP, now. Enjoy the Hellout of it.
Posted by: Blue6 Apr 10 2019, 08:27 AM
Wow, it looks fantastic. Just shop eBay and backdate those plates to the blue ones....
Posted by: ValcoOscar Apr 10 2019, 08:36 AM
QUOTE(Blue6 @ Apr 10 2019, 07:27 AM)
Wow, it looks fantastic. Just shop eBay and backdate those plates to the blue ones....
Posted by: Coondog Apr 10 2019, 08:42 AM
QUOTE(ValcoOscar @ Apr 10 2019, 07:36 AM)
QUOTE(Blue6 @ Apr 10 2019, 07:27 AM)
Wow, it looks fantastic. Just shop eBay and backdate those plates to the blue ones....
Or
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Dude you trying to get me shot............
Posted by: ndfrigi Apr 10 2019, 09:44 AM
that is beautiful sir Greg!
Posted by: 76-914 Apr 10 2019, 10:48 AM
QUOTE(Coondog @ Apr 10 2019, 07:42 AM)
QUOTE(ValcoOscar @ Apr 10 2019, 07:36 AM)
QUOTE(Blue6 @ Apr 10 2019, 07:27 AM)
Wow, it looks fantastic. Just shop eBay and backdate those plates to the blue ones....
Or
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Dude you trying to get me shot............
Uhh, that went thru my head too!
Posted by: ValcoOscar Apr 10 2019, 11:25 AM
QUOTE(76-914 @ Apr 10 2019, 09:48 AM)
QUOTE(Coondog @ Apr 10 2019, 07:42 AM)
QUOTE(ValcoOscar @ Apr 10 2019, 07:36 AM)
QUOTE(Blue6 @ Apr 10 2019, 07:27 AM)
Wow, it looks fantastic. Just shop eBay and backdate those plates to the blue ones....
Or
Dude you trying to get me shot............
Uhh, that went thru my head too!
Sorry...not my intention
Back to your car...
Posted by: mepstein Apr 10 2019, 12:23 PM
I was wondering if that was for real.
Posted by: AZBanks May 11 2019, 05:15 PM
If you need someone to stop by PMS and put some break in miles on it, Nathan has his license now.
Your car was the first 914 he ever got to ride in, it would be fitting if it was the first 914 he ever wrec...
drove, I mean drove.
Congrats on the build. Looking forward to seeing it in person.
Posted by: Coondog May 11 2019, 08:45 PM
QUOTE(AZBanks @ May 11 2019, 04:15 PM)
If you need someone to stop by PMS and put some break in miles on it, Nathan has his license now.
Your car was the first 914 he ever got to ride in, it would be fitting if it was the first 914 he ever wrec...
drove, I mean drove.
Congrats on the build. Looking forward to seeing it in person.
I remember that ride. How is he doing on his dream 914 project.
Posted by: AZBanks May 12 2019, 11:26 PM
QUOTE(Coondog @ May 11 2019, 07:45 PM)
QUOTE(AZBanks @ May 11 2019, 04:15 PM)
If you need someone to stop by PMS and put some break in miles on it, Nathan has his license now.
Your car was the first 914 he ever got to ride in, it would be fitting if it was the first 914 he ever wrec...
drove, I mean drove.
Congrats on the build. Looking forward to seeing it in person.
I remember that ride. How is he doing on his dream 914 project.
It's my fault but way too slow. I've been traveling a LOT for work and the shop we had to store and work on the car was too far from the house.
I recently replaced the single gate to my back yard with a double gate and moved his car in behind the gate.
We should get a lot more done now that it is at the house.
Posted by: Coondog May 14 2019, 06:53 PM
Seats are done
Posted by: PanelBilly May 14 2019, 06:55 PM
The white stitch sure breaks up the black nicely.
Posted by: Big Len May 14 2019, 08:02 PM
Wow, the car pops from every angle.
Posted by: Coondog May 19 2019, 04:59 PM
T-Minus 18 hours till I get my car, it’s so close I can touch it. Coondog at the Crown Plaza.
Posted by: second wind May 19 2019, 06:51 PM
Hey Coondog......lookin' good.....how did you get your backpad light to stick in so well? Must be a trick to it.....thank you,
gg
Posted by: MoveQik May 19 2019, 11:32 PM
QUOTE(Coondog @ May 19 2019, 03:59 PM)
T-Minus 18 hours till I get my car, it’s so close I can touch it. Coondog at the Crown Plaza.
You didn't look me up??
Posted by: Coondog May 20 2019, 06:28 AM
QUOTE(MoveQik @ May 19 2019, 10:32 PM)
QUOTE(Coondog @ May 19 2019, 03:59 PM)
T-Minus 18 hours till I get my car, it’s so close I can touch it. Coondog at the Crown Plaza.
You didn't look me up??
Sorry drove in late and had to watch GOTs.....see you at WCR...
Posted by: Coondog May 20 2019, 06:47 PM
Home Sweet Home
Will get some pictures out this weekend
Posted by: mepstein May 20 2019, 07:03 PM
Did you drive it? What do you think?
Posted by: horizontally-opposed May 20 2019, 07:50 PM
QUOTE(Coondog @ May 20 2019, 05:47 PM)
Home Sweet Home
Will get some pictures out this weekend
Congrats!! Car(s) looking great!
914-6 GT and El Camino SS 454...very cool combo.
Posted by: Coondog May 25 2019, 08:15 PM
Heated seats...........
Posted by: Cairo94507 May 26 2019, 07:41 AM
Heated seats are very cool in a car that spends a lot of its life with the top off. I have the same being installed in my seats. A toasty cabin keeps you comfortable when it is chilly out.
Posted by: Steve May 26 2019, 08:42 AM
Heated seats are nice, but heat exchangers on a 3.2 or smaller motor is easy to install and will still roast you with the top off.
Posted by: Cairo94507 May 26 2019, 09:00 AM
Yup. I have heat exchangers too, thanks to Ben. I plan to have the top off a lot.
Posted by: Coondog May 26 2019, 09:53 AM
I replaced my pathetic BB heat exchangers with Bens. Night and day difference....
Posted by: burton73 May 27 2019, 11:02 AM
Really tasteful and super clean. Great job.
Bob B
Posted by: djway May 27 2019, 08:33 PM
Looks great. What white did you use?
Nice wheels, wanna trade
Posted by: mepstein May 27 2019, 08:48 PM
Needs front euro lenses but I'm just being picky and jealous.
Posted by: PanelBilly May 27 2019, 09:04 PM
Great looking car. Now it time for some fun
Posted by: Coondog May 30 2019, 06:08 PM
Replaced my all black Coco Mats with these, needed the interior bling....
Look for my other Coco Mats in the for sale section.
Posted by: Larmo63 May 30 2019, 07:09 PM
Looks great, Greg!!! I'm jealous and can't wait to see it next weekend.
I agree with Mepstein's suggestion on the front lenses.
Posted by: MoveQik May 31 2019, 11:23 AM
I saw it at PMS *almost* completed. Looking forward to seeing it at WCR!
Posted by: Coondog Aug 22 2019, 06:36 PM
Back in the shop getting a little work done
# Install new front bumper with cutout for better airflow Thanks Oscar
# New PMS front spoiler with custom splitter
# Custom leather door panels
# Custom center console with built in 911 Courtesy lights
# New 911 style Black carpet
# Rebuilt gauges from N. Hollywood speedo with integrated temp gauge
# Clean up wiring in rear trunk
# New trunk pad
# New targa top felt
# Motor access panel cut out Thanks Oscar for the doner piece
Posted by: Larmo63 Aug 22 2019, 07:17 PM
Dang, dude, your going for it!!!!
Posted by: 76-914 Aug 23 2019, 08:00 AM
You only live once!
Posted by: burton73 Aug 27 2019, 01:27 PM
Your car gets nicer and nicer as time goes on. I like the special one off touches.
Bob B
Posted by: horizontally-opposed Aug 27 2019, 03:10 PM
QUOTE(Coondog @ May 26 2019, 08:53 AM)
I replaced my pathetic BB heat exchangers with Bens. Night and day difference....
Do tell more, please.
Been thinking about these, Dansk, or new headers. Heat, however, sounds nice...
Posted by: Coondog Aug 27 2019, 06:29 PM
QUOTE(horizontally-opposed @ Aug 27 2019, 02:10 PM)
QUOTE(Coondog @ May 26 2019, 08:53 AM)
I replaced my pathetic BB heat exchangers with Bens. Night and day difference....
Do tell more, please.
Been thinking about these, Dansk, or new headers. Heat, however, sounds nice...
Best to pm Ben he is the expert.
mb911
Posted by: horizontally-opposed Aug 28 2019, 07:51 PM
QUOTE(Coondog @ Aug 27 2019, 05:29 PM)
Best to pm Ben he is the expert.
Was just curious as to your impressions, as you moved from B&B to Ben's stuff (which has had more than one positive review). It's always nice to see real-world customer views/feedback, and benefits vendors, too!
Posted by: mb911 Aug 28 2019, 07:56 PM
Coondog I can't tell you how impressed I am with your car. It looks great. I just got my bumpers back from Oscar so my car will start to come together.
I will not cloud up your thread with my heat exchanger talk . keep up the updates..
Posted by: Coondog Aug 28 2019, 09:51 PM
QUOTE(horizontally-opposed @ Aug 28 2019, 06:51 PM)
QUOTE(Coondog @ Aug 27 2019, 05:29 PM)
Best to pm Ben he is the expert.
Was just curious as to your impressions, as you moved from B&B to Ben's stuff (which has had more than one positive review). It's always nice to see real-world customer views/feedback, and benefits vendors, too!
Pm sent
Posted by: Coondog Aug 28 2019, 09:53 PM
QUOTE(mb911 @ Aug 28 2019, 06:56 PM)
Coondog I can't tell you how impressed I am with your car. It looks great. I just got my bumpers back from Oscar so my car will start to come together.
I will not cloud up your thread with my heat exchanger talk . keep up the updates..
Nice, can’t wait to see your car. Oscar is a rock star and your headers are the best.
Thank you
Greg
Posted by: mepstein Sep 26 2019, 05:30 PM
Car looks amazing. Even better in person.
Posted by: Krieger Sep 26 2019, 06:23 PM
I love the seats!
Posted by: mb911 Sep 26 2019, 07:46 PM
Looks amazing.
Posted by: aharder Sep 26 2019, 09:01 PM
Looks Great !! Love the carpet !!!
Posted by: Jett Sep 26 2019, 09:14 PM
The carpet is nice but the console is amazing. Can you share a picture with compartment open? cup holders?
Posted by: ValcoOscar Sep 27 2019, 06:39 AM
Nice going...
Oscar
Posted by: Cairo94507 Sep 27 2019, 06:46 AM
That looks terrific. All of it just works nicely- love the console.
Posted by: PanelBilly Sep 27 2019, 08:46 AM
I really like the lights for the footwell. Good idea
Posted by: horizontally-opposed Sep 27 2019, 10:23 AM
Looking good—a lot of intelligent tweaks to the 914's interior here, the vinyl (?) dead pedal and vinyl floor mat section among them plus the "phone" tray in the center console, lights, etc. Really nice.
You could sell patterns or even pre-cut wood (?) pieces for that center console, one would think…
Posted by: mepstein Sep 27 2019, 10:31 AM
QUOTE(horizontally-opposed @ Sep 27 2019, 12:23 PM)
Looking good—a lot of intelligent tweaks to the 914's interior here, the vinyl (?) dead pedal and vinyl floor mat section among them plus the "phone" tray in the center console, lights, etc.
Really nice.
You could sell patterns or even pre-cut wood (?) pieces for that center console, one would think…
I like that I think I see more room for the foot around the gas pedal. An issue for me with the regular center console.
Posted by: 76-914 Sep 27 2019, 10:54 AM
The console looks great. Count me among the small "console lovers" group. I have them in 2 of 3 and like them. #3 seems to "waste space" w/o a console.
Posted by: AZBanks Sep 27 2019, 11:57 AM
Looks fantastic!!
Posted by: preach Sep 27 2019, 03:38 PM
Very nice!
Posted by: Coondog Sep 27 2019, 04:05 PM
QUOTE(PanelBilly @ Sep 27 2019, 07:46 AM)
I really like the lights for the footwell. Good idea
Just ordered a 30 second dimmer delay for those lights.
Posted by: Coondog Oct 22 2019, 07:08 PM
Took a flight to Phoenix this morning, picked up my 914 from PMS and was home by 5pm.
Will get more pics posted this weekend.
Here’s my new lic plate and cut bumper via Oscar. Note the metal splitter on the spoiler. Nice and solid to take all the scrapes. I must say night and day difference in getting airflow, my car stayed right at 200 degrees the entire 5 hour drive.
Posted by: raynekat Oct 23 2019, 05:17 PM
Nice milestone there. Front cooler looks great. What size is engine again? That lip looks really good. I'm running about 195F with my 2.7 MFI without a front oil cooler. But I'm up on Oregon; big difference from being so far South.
Posted by: Coondog Oct 23 2019, 06:01 PM
QUOTE(raynekat @ Oct 23 2019, 04:17 PM)
Nice milestone there. Front cooler looks great. What size is engine again? That lip looks really good. I'm running about 195F with my 2.7 MFI without a front oil cooler. But I'm up on Oregon; big difference from being so far South.
3.2
I live in the Mojave desert so I am opposite from the East Coasters. Meaning I drive my 914 mostly in the winter months.
Posted by: forrestkhaag Oct 23 2019, 07:00 PM
Interesting on the temp issues / My Webbered 3.0 runs ice cold but in AZ this summer the Mocal would open up after a spirited blast of an hour or so. The front oil cooler fan never seems to be needed but I check it regularly with a manual override switch in the dash.
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