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Posted by: Dr Evil Apr 25 2018, 08:32 AM

Updated 5/2/18 after talking with 914 ZR-1. Things are a go and looking great! Read below, some stuff has changed.

When:
The current plan is to do Sat May 26, 9 am to probably 10-12.

Location:
May 26 at Santa Clarita, near Magic Mountain. I am limiting class size to 13-15 participants. We will have a 3 car garage bay (plenty, trust me), can work on food, take out, what ever.


Cost to participate:
$300/builder. Builders 18 and under are free. Only one transmission per builder. Spectators are free, and yes you can take notes, pics, and ask questions. Cost includes new stainless hardware for your build, rags, acetone or break cleaner for cleaning, gloves (I'll need sizes to get right qty), cleaning trays.

Parts:
To help cover the cost of the time off from my day job, travel, lodging, etc, I encourage you to buy parts from me whenever possible. I will have a stock of good used parts on hand, will show you how to determine when a part is not serviceable, and will show you have to save some $$ on a rebuild since you are doing the work yourself. I have moved away from using used bearings as I have lost confidence in them over the last few years. More are failing, and I never want one that I recommend to end up like that. As such, I have managed to secure all of the main input shaft and pinion bearings (4 total) for a deep discount (Retail currently about $1100). I will need orders and payment as promptly as possible to secure a set in the order I will have to make for this event. Contact me to get that ball rolling. I do not expect to have bearings available at the event other than those pre purchased. Also, discount only applies to students of the clinic, and for those whom I do rebuilds for (aka, I don't retail to the public). I will also have access to 1/R sliders (for you 5 speed boxes) for $300 (retail about $500).

Tools:
All special tools will be provided at the clinic. You will need nothing special: 19mm socket, 13mm socket, small hammer, small sledge. Tools to have if you have them handy would be some drifts/punches, deep 30mm socket, breaker bar, 32mm boxed end wrench, MAP or propane torch, seal drivers, wire brushes, cordless impact drivers, work bench/table (cheap plastic folding ones from Walmart and similar work just fine and accommodate up to 3 builders, but we have many 914 folks bringing tables as well), rags, break cleaner and or acetone. If you are willing to share your tools, that would be great and save me shipping heavy metal items that are rather common in most of our tool collections.


Prep:
Clean your case the best you can. You will be happier for it, our host will as well. Do not pressure wash it. You will get water in, it will cause rust. Bet me. Don't sand blast it...worse than water. DO NOT take it completely apart as you will lose the setting for the ring and pinion and that will mean I will need to reset that stuff and that is not happening at the clinic. Setting r/p takes expensive tools, and lots of time and parts that are not conducive to a clinic setting. This is something I do at my home shop on customer rebuilds. DO, please, take off the side cover and inspect your ring and pinion. If these are roached, you will not be able to build this transmission at the clinic because changing the r/p requires the aforementioned special tools and time. If you are unsure of your pinion, take a pic and post it up for evaluation and so we can all learn something. Other than popping off the side cover and inspecting the r/p, and cleaning some of the schmutz off of the case, please be sure to drain it. Although, when you check the r/p you will drain it one way or another. Not expecting disposal facilities for oils on site.

OK, I think that is everything, but if I get more questions I will update this post to answer it for everyone. I will also start an attendance roster in this post to keep things up to date.

Looking forward to this!


Check out my sig below for links to past clinics, or google search 914world to find even more threads.

Attendance list 5/16/18:

BoomingBeetle - 1/rsl, bearings, seals - deposit received
Tdskip - bearings, 1/rsl, deposit received, + tuition
mtndawg - bearings, 1/rsl, deposit received
914 RZ-1 - bearings, 1/rsl, deposit received
Steve Maas (912bbs) - 1966 4 speed, bearings & seal kit, deposit received
kahluvr- 1/r, bearings, seals, deposit received
914sgofast2 - bearings, 1/rsl, deposit received
ValcoOscar
forrestkhaag
John90290
Kevinhunter
Don-6 - Doing 1st gear R/R only, 1/rsl
yeahmaq - April will build it since he wont be able to stay Trading parts, 1/rsl, bearings

Posted by: Dr Evil Apr 25 2018, 08:43 AM

Already updated: Prep, and added some things you may want to bring, and what I plan to supply.

Posted by: 76-914 Apr 25 2018, 09:03 AM

I don't need a rebuild but I can contribute. I have 6-8 folding plastic tables, some dedicated trans tools including the synchro tool, a "cut case" for viewing the gear stacks and alignment, some good used syncs, dog teeth and stock gear sets. Hit me up if you need any of these items for your OC class.

Posted by: ValcoOscar Apr 25 2018, 09:07 AM

Great Dr

I'm in on this clinic.

In addition, Count me in on bringing three 3 six ft tables, a few chairs, 2 Ga of Acetone, Plenty of work gloves and plus lots of clean shop rags.

I can bring small steel table for banging!!!


Let me know if you're good with this.

Oscar

Posted by: Boomingbeetle Apr 25 2018, 09:13 AM

I am in for this as well, I already PM'd my needs

Posted by: Dr Evil Apr 25 2018, 09:35 AM

NICE! Love this place. The sense of community is what keeps us all here year after year (been almost 15 for me).

Ill get a count on tables later on and see what we need and who is easiest.

Kent, the pullers for the dog teeth are about all we would need. The alignment jig is easier and lighter to use and easy to mail so no need for a cut away case. Fun if you want to bring so folks can see how stuff works, though.

Posted by: Dr Evil Apr 25 2018, 09:41 AM

QUOTE(ValcoOscar @ Apr 25 2018, 11:07 AM)

Great Dr

I'm in on this clinic.

In addition, Count me in on bringing three 3 six ft tables, a few chairs, 2 Ga of Acetone, Plenty of work gloves and plus lots of clean shop rags.

I can bring small steel table for banging!!!


Let me know if you're good with this.

Oscar

Posted by: ValcoOscar Apr 25 2018, 09:43 AM

QUOTE(Dr Evil @ Apr 25 2018, 08:41 AM)

QUOTE(ValcoOscar @ Apr 25 2018, 11:07 AM)

Great Dr

I'm in on this clinic.

In addition, Count me in on bringing three 3 six ft tables, a few chairs, 2 Ga of Acetone, Plenty of work gloves and plus lots of clean shop rags.

I can bring small steel table for banging!!!


Let me know if you're good with this.

Oscar

Best for a steel plate that can rest on the ground. A table will have too much give At Seattle clinic I bought a 12x12x1/4" plate for this. Never have seen it since. Never shipped back.
Ill PM you the particulars.

Posted by: Dr Evil Apr 25 2018, 09:45 AM

QUOTE(ValcoOscar @ Apr 25 2018, 11:43 AM)

QUOTE(Dr Evil @ Apr 25 2018, 08:41 AM)

QUOTE(ValcoOscar @ Apr 25 2018, 11:07 AM)

Great Dr

I'm in on this clinic.

In addition, Count me in on bringing three 3 six ft tables, a few chairs, 2 Ga of Acetone, Plenty of work gloves and plus lots of clean shop rags.

I can bring small steel table for banging!!!


Let me know if you're good with this.

Oscar

Best for a steel plate that can rest on the ground. A table will have too much give At Seattle clinic I bought a 12x12x1/4" plate for this. Never have seen it since. Never shipped back.
Ill PM you the particulars.

Cool...I have plenty of steel plate remnants

Posted by: 914Toy Apr 25 2018, 09:46 AM

I am planning to be an observer.

Posted by: sb914 Apr 25 2018, 09:53 AM

Although I have a really nice box, and I won't be doing any banging I would love to be a observer as well.

Posted by: mtndawg Apr 25 2018, 10:19 AM

I'm driving down from the Sacramento area for the clinic. I have:
My own table
If it's useful, I can also bring a vice mounted to a very small steel table

Posted by: 914-300Hemi Apr 25 2018, 11:29 AM

I will be an observer. Always looking to learn.

Posted by: Dr Evil Apr 25 2018, 11:29 AM

QUOTE(mtndawg @ Apr 25 2018, 12:19 PM)

Posted by: 914_teener Apr 25 2018, 12:10 PM

In. Observer and a box. So I will make a donation.

PM sent.

Rob

Posted by: 76-914 Apr 25 2018, 12:15 PM

QUOTE(ValcoOscar @ Apr 25 2018, 08:07 AM)

Great Dr

I'm in on this clinic.

In addition, Count me in on bringing three 3 six ft tables, a few chairs, 2 Ga of Acetone, Plenty of work gloves and plus lots of clean shop rags.

I can bring small steel table for banging!!!


Let me know if you're good with this.

Oscar

Posted by: ValcoOscar Apr 25 2018, 12:22 PM

Oscar, I have some tables and other stuff Mike may need. Maybe we can get together so you could haul that stuff up there later? Kent



Nice...I will contact you on my next Temecula visit.

Oscar

Posted by: Steve Apr 25 2018, 09:40 PM

I will also be there as an observer. Let me know if I can help in any way.

Posted by: whitetwinturbo Apr 25 2018, 09:44 PM

..........I'm hoping I can observe

Posted by: mtndawg Apr 25 2018, 10:37 PM

I took the side cover off my transmission tonight to include photos. I don't know what to look for when examining. Input is appreciated.


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Posted by: Edward Blume Apr 26 2018, 04:53 AM

The last picture looks bad. Did you find the chunks in there?

Posted by: Edward Blume Apr 26 2018, 04:57 AM

BTW- sign up for this clinic and rebuild your transmission, or any transmission.

Having the Dr (a real Dr BTW) intelligently helping you rebuild and restore your own transmission, especially for conversion or racing spec, is an unbelievable deal, let alone a great experience.

Going and watching is like porn, it's interesting at first, but its a whole lot more fun actually doing it.

I rebuilt Dad's car's side shift... I didn't think I needed it but cracked it open anyway. It turned out I had a cracked main bearing that worked just fine after 88K miles, but was a ticking time bomb. Never raced - stock.

Posted by: infraredcalvin Apr 26 2018, 07:43 AM

Look again, that’s 2 smaller gears at different angles... I thought I saw broken gears until I looked closer...

Bummer I can’t make that weekend, but I wish the best to everyone that makes it! Invaluable service to the he community, thanks Dr. E, and those to help bring it to CA!

Posted by: Boomingbeetle Apr 26 2018, 08:14 AM

QUOTE(Edward Blume @ Apr 26 2018, 03:53 AM)

Posted by: PlantMan Apr 26 2018, 08:23 AM

I am a strong MAYBE!

I would love to bring my 17yr old son with me (his BDay is the 27th BTW), sounds like a good father/son outing.

I will report back when I FIRM-UP my schedule.

Thanks to all who are making this happen!

Posted by: Dr Evil Apr 26 2018, 09:02 AM

Hard to tell exactly in this pic, but it is a great start. The yellow arrow show the faces of the pinion that need to be wiped clean and inspected. You are looking for any pock marks, galling, spalling (some fancy terms) where there is metal missing. Wear marks are not a big deal, missing metal is definitely a big deal. Many that have been an issue in the past were blatant (big metal pieces missing from face of pinion).



Orang arrow is your "spider gears" and that wear is normal. No chunks missing. The yellow arrows indicate the faces that need to be inspected. Similar to pinion, we are mainly looking for missing material.

Posted by: Dr Evil Apr 26 2018, 09:19 AM

Update:

Ill add this in the first post as well, but SMC is hooking it up!

They are looking into providing the acetone and rags for us, as well as donuts and coffee in the mornings. Aaron is working with SMC to see if they can have discounted parts available for everything outside the gearbox (since I will have all the internal parts covered), like clutch, CV, bushings, TOB, etc. I gave them a list. There is a restaurant next door that can cater, est is $10-13 a head at this time. Also, local Eagle Rock Brewery may be bringing beer. We will see what cost coverage on that is. And, SMC is looking into goody bags. There is also talk about around 20 parking spots in their lot held for AC Porsche only parking for a small show. Sounds like this will be quite the spectacle!

Posted by: Dr Evil Apr 26 2018, 08:16 PM

I just posted this over to the 912 forum, too. Not sure about sharing on Pelican due to using SMC facilities and advocating buying parts from them when possible. Feel free to spread the news far and wide. I really need to get to the 20 to make this not a loss.

Posted by: Mueller Apr 26 2018, 08:40 PM

QUOTE(Dr Evil @ Apr 26 2018, 07:16 PM)

Posted by: Marty Yeoman Apr 26 2018, 11:28 PM

QUOTE(Mueller @ Apr 26 2018, 07:40 PM)

Posted by: Dr Evil Apr 27 2018, 09:18 AM

QUOTE(Mueller @ Apr 26 2018, 10:40 PM)

QUOTE(Dr Evil @ Apr 26 2018, 07:16 PM)

I just posted this over to the 912 forum, too. Not sure about sharing on Pelican due to using SMC facilities and advocating buying parts from them when possible. Feel free to spread the news far and wide. I really need to get to the 20 to make this not a loss.

On the fence myself on this, i take it no plans for a Nor-Cal clinic in the next few months?

Posted by: Tdskip Apr 27 2018, 10:26 AM

I can post on Pelican, so long as we keep it community focused rather than a vendor pitch I think that is OK.

Posted by: yeahmag Apr 27 2018, 10:32 AM

The Samba might be a good spot too. I can reach out to some of the PCA sights as well.

Posted by: Dr Evil Apr 27 2018, 11:47 AM

Thanks guys!

Posted by: gothspeed Apr 27 2018, 12:47 PM

QUOTE(Dr Evil @ Apr 26 2018, 07:16 PM)

Posted by: Robnxious Apr 27 2018, 01:25 PM

I would love to do this, but am already down the NEXT weekend for my nephew's graduation. Since my transmission on my car is solid, I am probably going to hold out and pray that you make it up to No. Cal for a clinic. I guess I can be patient, but it's NOT one of my strong suits! LOL

Posted by: Dr Evil Apr 27 2018, 01:29 PM

QUOTE(gothspeed @ Apr 27 2018, 02:47 PM)

QUOTE(Dr Evil @ Apr 26 2018, 07:16 PM)

I just posted this over to the 912 forum, too. Not sure about sharing on Pelican due to using SMC facilities and advocating buying parts from them when possible. Feel free to spread the news far and wide. I really need to get to the 20 to make this not a loss.

I heard you mention gasket sets are getting hard to find. Will there be any on hand?

Sounds like SMC is going the extra mile for this!

Posted by: Boomingbeetle Apr 27 2018, 05:52 PM

Pulled the sidecover from my core box today. All dif gearing that I can see shows no signs of pitting, scrapes, gouges or uneven wear to my untrained eye. There was a lot of very fine junk on the drain plug magnet. I will try to get my other box out of storage this weekend to compare. I bought this core because the blue paint made me hope it had been rebuilt before and possibly have some new or upgraded parts

Posted by: Krieger Apr 27 2018, 06:25 PM

This would be a no go

Posted by: yeahmag Apr 27 2018, 06:30 PM

That ones toast. Dr. Evil and I may have some spares, but another box would be easier to start with.

Posted by: Krieger Apr 27 2018, 06:51 PM

Yeah, that's my parts box.

Posted by: Dr Evil Apr 27 2018, 08:49 PM

QUOTE(Krieger @ Apr 27 2018, 08:51 PM)

Posted by: Dr Evil Apr 27 2018, 08:50 PM

QUOTE(Boomingbeetle @ Apr 27 2018, 07:52 PM)

Pulled the sidecover from my core box today. All dif gearing that I can see shows no signs of pitting, scrapes, gouges or uneven wear to my untrained eye. There was a lot of very fine junk on the drain plug magnet. I will try to get my other box out of storage this weekend to compare. I bought this core because the blue paint made me hope it had been rebuilt before and possibly have some new or upgraded parts

Posted by: Boomingbeetle Apr 28 2018, 09:58 AM

[quote name='Dr Evil' date='Apr 27 2018, 07:50 PM' post='2603515'
R/p look good. It may be an optical illusion, but what is up with the gears inside your diff?
[/quote]

Probably an optical illusion, or delusion. I had a hard time taking pics of the dif gears, how about these?

Posted by: Dr Evil Apr 28 2018, 10:32 AM

All good.

Posted by: 914 RZ-1 Apr 29 2018, 02:38 PM

I'm in, pending spousal approval (She's pretty much said yes, but I need to work on her a bit more!). PM sent

Posted by: Dr Evil Apr 29 2018, 05:49 PM

QUOTE(914 RZ-1 @ Apr 29 2018, 04:38 PM)

Posted by: 914 RZ-1 Apr 29 2018, 08:17 PM

Tool questions:

1. For 19 and 13mm sockets, is 3/8" drive okay? Do we need bigger?

2. Is there a certain size/type of seal driver we need? These can be really pricey or really cheap? Which one(s) do we need?

3. Does the 32mm wrench need to be enclosed or open or does it matter? A box wrench (closed) is specified, but could we use an open-ended one?

4. How deep on the 30mm deep socket?

Posted by: cuddy_k Apr 29 2018, 08:41 PM

I rebuilt my transmission with the good Dr. at the clinic in VA back in December. Really fun experience and the box shifts so much better now. Highy highly recommended.

Posted by: Dr Evil Apr 29 2018, 09:28 PM

QUOTE(914 RZ-1 @ Apr 29 2018, 10:17 PM)

Posted by: Dr Evil May 1 2018, 08:45 AM

Bump to keep relevant. This is the lowest turn out that I have ever seen. Not sure why as the CA guys have been pestering me off forum for years to do another clinic in LA/OC area. Might be another several years until I get back to that area. Life has been busy

I told Aaron to let SMC know that the number of participants looks far less than 20 (currently 7). Likely scale down some things, no beer truck, catering will be more of take-out. No worries, I will still show for those willing to go. May even only take a day.

Posted by: LowBridge May 1 2018, 08:54 AM

low turnout?? my dad, son and I did the Richmond clinic and not only was it a blast getting to know more 914 owners but Dr. Evil is epic and this transmission runs like new.

do not miss out on this and get in!


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Posted by: Dr Evil May 1 2018, 09:45 AM

QUOTE(LowBridge @ May 1 2018, 10:54 AM)

Posted by: mtndawg May 1 2018, 09:57 AM

For those people who are thinking about waiting until the next one...I did that and the last time there was one near me was 2011 This is why I'm planning to make the 300 mile drive from Sacramento to LA.

Posted by: 76-914 May 1 2018, 10:50 AM

+1, I received a Dr Evil rebuilt trans with my latest project and can say w/o reservations that it shifts better than any 901 trans I've ever had.

Posted by: 914 RZ-1 May 1 2018, 01:01 PM

Could we have this in a 3-car garage? I can volunteer mine. I'd have to get some help getting my 914 out of the way, since it won't have a transmission. I live in the suburbs of northern LA county (Santa Clarita), which is about 40 minutes from Eagle Rock. There's even enough street parking for about 10 cars. And, I'm near Wolf Creek Brewery (walking distance). Just a thought.

Posted by: Dr Evil May 1 2018, 03:10 PM

QUOTE(914 RZ-1 @ May 1 2018, 03:01 PM)

Posted by: eric9144 May 1 2018, 03:16 PM

Damn would love to do this but would have to learn to pull my trans 1st Not sure I'd have time with my kids and schedule

Posted by: 914 RZ-1 May 1 2018, 05:37 PM

QUOTE(Dr Evil @ May 1 2018, 02:10 PM)

QUOTE(914 RZ-1 @ May 1 2018, 03:01 PM)

Could we have this in a 3-car garage? I can volunteer mine. I'd have to get some help getting my 914 out of the way, since it won't have a transmission. I live in the suburbs of northern LA county (Santa Clarita), which is about 40 minutes from Eagle Rock. There's even enough street parking for about 10 cars. And, I'm near Wolf Creek Brewery (walking distance). Just a thought.

Hell yes! A two car garage would be fine for our numbers. I’ll hit you up when I get home.

Posted by: Dr Evil May 2 2018, 08:57 AM

QUOTE(eric9144 @ May 1 2018, 05:16 PM)

Damn would love to do this but would have to learn to pull my trans 1st Not sure I'd have time with my kids and schedule

Posted by: Tdskip May 2 2018, 10:02 AM

Do we have a confirmed count?

I am in for sure.

Posted by: kahluver May 2 2018, 10:20 AM

Tom, thanks for reminding me of this.

Dr Evil - PM sent to you. I'm in too, please let me know if you still need a venue and how to pay for this.

Thanks!

Posted by: ValcoOscar May 2 2018, 10:21 AM

I am ON in if we can do clinic in ONE long day (Santa Clarita) as Dr proposed. If not, no worries, I'll need to ship my trans to Dr.

Santa Clarita is 3 hours from Temecula so 12 hours of driving through LA on a holiday weekend wouldn't quite work for me.

Echo Park was doable.

Oscar

Posted by: Dr Evil May 2 2018, 10:26 AM

Count is updated regularly at the bottom of the first post. I have one 912 guy contacting me, but he doesn't know about the likely venue change. At this time, we appear to have all bases covered with back up. I am not feeling that SMC can pull it off, despite their generous and best effort. I still need to see if they can get gasket sets.

For a one day deal, depends on how motivated you are. With a group of 10-13, I can get you done in one day if you work fast and don't goof around too much

Posted by: 914_teener May 2 2018, 10:51 AM

I can offer my garage in Glendora for that weekend....BBQ and beer.


I am in.


Rob

Posted by: ValcoOscar May 2 2018, 10:55 AM

QUOTE(914_teener @ May 2 2018, 09:51 AM)

Posted by: 914_teener May 2 2018, 11:00 AM

QUOTE(ValcoOscar @ May 2 2018, 09:55 AM)

QUOTE(914_teener @ May 2 2018, 09:51 AM)

I can offer my garage in Glendora for that weekend....BBQ and beer.


I am in.


Rob

Another venue option...Thx Rob..let's see

Posted by: ValcoOscar May 2 2018, 12:27 PM

QUOTE(914_teener @ May 2 2018, 10:00 AM)

QUOTE(ValcoOscar @ May 2 2018, 09:55 AM)

QUOTE(914_teener @ May 2 2018, 09:51 AM)

I can offer my garage in Glendora for that weekend....BBQ and beer.


I am in.


Rob

Another venue option...Thx Rob..let's see

Thanks Oscar...missed you guys at the R66. Saw Kent and Elliot driving down to Jerome. Got a phone call from LA that day from my sister that my mom was not doing well, so I drove home. She passed away last Thursday.

If SMC can't do it or if one of our fellow "914 Brothers" can't do it, I'd love to do it just for the company.

Rob

Posted by: Dr Evil May 2 2018, 01:18 PM

QUOTE(914_teener @ May 2 2018, 01:00 PM)

QUOTE(ValcoOscar @ May 2 2018, 09:55 AM)

QUOTE(914_teener @ May 2 2018, 09:51 AM)

I can offer my garage in Glendora for that weekend....BBQ and beer.


I am in.


Rob

Another venue option...Thx Rob..let's see

Thanks Oscar...missed you guys at the R66. Saw Kent and Elliot driving down to Jerome. Got a phone call from LA that day from my sister that my mom was not doing well, so I drove home. She passed away last Thursday.

If SMC can't do it or if one of our fellow "914 Brothers" can't do it, I'd love to do it just for the company.

Rob

Posted by: kevinhunter May 2 2018, 03:05 PM

Can I get a clinic status from anyone?
All I see are the titles of the posts (weird format)
I'd love attend, is it on? THANK YOU

Posted by: gothspeed May 2 2018, 03:42 PM

If it stays in LA or OC counties I should make it. But I will need access to parts as well.

Posted by: Dr Evil May 2 2018, 05:03 PM

Ok, with the 912 interest, I appear to be about 13 participants. Ill be calling 914 RZ-1 in a few minutes and hammering out the details to settle on location. If your name is not in the bottom of the first post and you want in, you best get to me because I may be closing the gate on entry tonight

Posted by: don-6 May 2 2018, 05:37 PM

Add me to the list please.
I need to repair my crunchy 1st gear.

Thanks, Don

Posted by: Dr Evil May 2 2018, 09:40 PM

Don, you are on the list.

First post updated, please read the whole thing. Back to benefiting from anyone willing to bring rags, acetone, community power tools, etc. Changed venue to 914 ZR-1's house (Jeff). Spoke with him tonight and all is go and good.

Posted by: 914 RZ-1 May 3 2018, 09:07 AM

This is at my house in suburban Santa Clarita. I will PM the official participants my address and contact info in the next day or so. If you don't get it, PM me with an email address and I'll get it to you.

If you want to watch, PM me and I will send you address and contact info.

I have about 140' of curb in front of my house for parking, plus my driveway. Carpool if you can. Most of the people on my street have an old car they work on, so I'm sure they will be understanding. I just don't want any letters from the HOA!

Wolf Creek Brewery is 0.7 miles from my house. Let me know if you all want to go there for either lunch and/or dinner. I can talk to them and see about reservations. They have an outside patio (with a beautiful view of a suburban shopping mall parking lot!) we can sit on.

We can also BBQ something in my backyard. You bring it, you can grill it! I can have a cooler of ice for drinks.

There are also other food options nearby: In-n-Out, McDonalds, Pizza, Mexican, Panera, Carls Jr, to name a few.

Not sure what time everyone wants to eat, but we'll need/want to take a break and get something at some point. Maybe we can convince a spectator to pick it up for us! If we're nice and we behave, I might be able to convince my lovely wife to do it.

Does anyone want to buy a t-shirt? I can maybe get some made, but it will probably be about $25 a shirt. Let me know; if there's enough interest, I'll get some made.

I have an air compressor for use, if you want to bring air tools.

I will need some help putting my 914 back in the garage at the end of the day.

PM or post any other questions, concerns, etc. Looking forward to seeing you all there.

Posted by: Dr Evil May 3 2018, 09:13 AM

QUOTE(914 RZ-1 @ May 3 2018, 11:07 AM)

This is at my house in suburban Santa Clarita. I will PM the official participants my address and contact info in the next day or so. If you don't get it, PM me with an email address and I'll get it to you.

If you want to watch, PM me and I will send you address and contact info.

I have about 140' of curb in front of my house for parking, plus my driveway. Carpool if you can. Most of the people on my street have an old car they work on, so I'm sure they will be understanding. I just don't want any letters from the HOA!

Wolf Creek Brewery is 0.7 miles from my house. Let me know if you all want to go there for either lunch and/or dinner. I can talk to them and see about reservations. They have an outside patio (with a beautiful view of a suburban shopping mall parking lot!) we can sit on.

We can also BBQ something in my backyard. You bring it, you can grill it! I can have a cooler of ice for drinks.

There are also other food options nearby: In-n-Out, McDonalds, Pizza, Mexican, Panera, Carls Jr, to name a few.

Not sure what time everyone wants to eat, but we'll need/want to take a break and get something at some point. Maybe we can convince a spectator to pick it up for us! If we're nice and we behave, I might be able to convince my lovely wife to do it.

Does anyone want to buy a t-shirt? I can maybe get some made, but it will probably be about $25 a shirt. Let me know; if there's enough interest, I'll get some made.

I have an air compressor for use, if you want to bring air tools.

I will need some help putting my 914 back in the garage at the end of the day.

PM or post any other questions, concerns, etc. Looking forward to seeing you all there.

Posted by: 914 RZ-1 May 3 2018, 09:17 AM

Any donut shops near by? Id like to provide donuts and coffee in the morning.

Yes, right next to Wolf Creek. S&S Donuts 27754 McBean Pkwy. Right down the street from my house. It's on your way here! Turn right on Decoro from McBean then left into the parking lot.

Posted by: 914 RZ-1 May 3 2018, 09:27 AM

I just sent everyone a PM with my contact info.

EXCEPT the two 912bbs guys. They can PM me here or email me: jdlindell@msn.com. If anyone has contact info for them, let me know.

Posted by: kahluver May 3 2018, 09:29 AM

I'm in!!! Whoo hoo... No worries I'm used to being the last guy picked for the team.

914-rz-1 Thanks for volunteering your home! My vote is backyard BBQ as we'll probably be too tired and greasy to be allowed into a restaurant. I'm in for a t-shirt too if you decide to make em.

-Gabe

Posted by: Dr Evil May 3 2018, 10:04 AM

QUOTE(kahluver @ May 3 2018, 11:29 AM)

Posted by: John90290 May 3 2018, 10:16 AM

Is this a one day or two day event? Not sure where we landed?

Posted by: sb914 May 3 2018, 10:19 AM

I hope more people take advantage of this!! With all the peeps around here, I'm surprised it's not "fully booked" I would be all over this for my other teener, but just cant afford right now.
Help spread the word for the good dr .

Posted by: 914 RZ-1 May 3 2018, 10:21 AM

It might be easier to just BBQ hamburgers. We can have everyone bring something. I'll supply the BBQ and kitchen facilities.

We will also need:
buns
patties
fries
lettuce
tomato
ketchup
mustard
relish
onion
maybe a potato salad
watermelon?
drinks
cups for drinks (could just use the can/bottle)
plates
utensils
napkins

There is a grocery store right down the street. Keep in mind this is a holiday weekend; they might be crowded or run out.

This will work best if we do this is in one day. For a two-day, we could maybe have hamburgers one day and hot dogs the next.

If everyone brings something, we will have enough. Put your name by what you want to bring and I'll keep track of it.

Or we could make this easy:
get pizzas delivered.

Posted by: ValcoOscar May 3 2018, 10:45 AM

QUOTE(914 RZ-1 @ May 3 2018, 09:21 AM)

Posted by: Dr Evil May 3 2018, 10:46 AM

QUOTE(914 RZ-1 @ May 3 2018, 12:21 PM)

Posted by: 914 RZ-1 May 3 2018, 11:17 AM

This officially starts at 9, but you all are welcome to get here earlier in the morning to set up so we can finish in a day.

Posted by: yeahmag May 3 2018, 11:20 AM

I just wrote SMC a thank you letter and let them know we will be having the event at another location. They hadn't declined yet, but reportedly were having trouble getting volunteers for the event on a holiday weekend. They were very open and truly excited about supporting us and building a relationship. I hope we can do something with them in the future.

Posted by: Dr Evil May 3 2018, 12:02 PM

QUOTE(914 RZ-1 @ May 3 2018, 01:17 PM)

Posted by: Dr Evil May 3 2018, 12:03 PM

QUOTE(914 RZ-1 @ May 3 2018, 01:17 PM)

Posted by: kahluver May 3 2018, 06:02 PM

QUOTE(ValcoOscar @ May 3 2018, 09:45 AM)

QUOTE(914 RZ-1 @ May 3 2018, 09:21 AM)

It might be easier to just BBQ hamburgers. We can have everyone bring something. I'll supply the BBQ and kitchen facilities.

We will also need:
buns
patties: Oscar
fries
lettuce
tomato
ketchup: Gabe (kahluver)
mustard Gabe (kahluver)
relish Gabe (kahluver)
onion
maybe a potato salad: Oscar
watermelon?
salad: Oscar
cookies: Oscar
drinks: Gabe (kahluver <- I'll grab bottle water and sodas but PM me if you guys have favorites )
cups for drinks (could just use the can/bottle)
plates: Oscar
utensils: Oscar
napkins: Oscar

Acetone: Oscar
Shop Towels: Oscar
Need Tables??

I prefer ONE day clinic

I could use a co-pilot from (OC area). PM me if interested

There is a grocery store right down the street. Keep in mind this is a holiday weekend; they might be crowded or run out.

This will work best if we do this is in one day. For a two-day, we could maybe have hamburgers one day and hot dogs the next.

If everyone brings something, we will have enough. Put your name by what you want to bring and I'll keep track of it.

Or we could make this easy:
get pizzas delivered.

Posted by: 914-300Hemi May 3 2018, 08:26 PM

I’m in as a spectator and willing to travel to either location. Rob is literately 2 minutes away from my house.

I can bring drinks or anything that might be needed.

Posted by: 914-300Hemi May 3 2018, 08:34 PM

QUOTE(kahluver @ May 3 2018, 05:02 PM)

QUOTE(ValcoOscar @ May 3 2018, 09:45 AM)

QUOTE(914 RZ-1 @ May 3 2018, 09:21 AM)

It might be easier to just BBQ hamburgers. We can have everyone bring something. I'll supply the BBQ and kitchen facilities.

We will also need:
buns: Ravi
patties: Oscar
fries
lettuce: Ravi
Chips: Ravi
tomato: Ravi
ketchup: Gabe (kahluver)
mustard Gabe (kahluver)
relish Gabe (kahluver)
onion: Ravi
maybe a potato salad: Oscar
watermelon?
salad: Oscar
cookies: Oscar
drinks: Gabe (kahluver <- I'll grab bottle water and sodas but PM me if you guys have favorites )
cups for drinks (could just use the can/bottle)
plates: Oscar
utensils: Oscar
napkins: Oscar

Acetone: Oscar
Shop Towels: Oscar
Need Tables??

I prefer ONE day clinic

I could use a co-pilot from (OC area). PM me if interested

There is a grocery store right down the street. Keep in mind this is a holiday weekend; they might be crowded or run out.

This will work best if we do this is in one day. For a two-day, we could maybe have hamburgers one day and hot dogs the next.

If everyone brings something, we will have enough. Put your name by what you want to bring and I'll keep track of it.

Or we could make this easy:
get pizzas delivered.

Posted by: Boomingbeetle May 4 2018, 07:41 AM

I’m a little late on the food-stuffs, but I will bring a couple boxes of nitrile gloves, cans of brake clean, and some extra tools. I have two electric impacts to share and other items.

Posted by: mtndawg May 4 2018, 08:28 AM

Gabe, I’ll bring a couple of 6 packs of soda and beer (if that’s appropriate).

Posted by: kahluver May 4 2018, 09:26 AM

QUOTE(mtndawg @ May 4 2018, 07:28 AM)

Posted by: Dr Evil May 4 2018, 09:32 AM

Coke zero and any beer is good with me

Posted by: ValcoOscar May 4 2018, 10:23 AM

QUOTE(914-300Hemi @ May 3 2018, 07:26 PM)

Posted by: 914 RZ-1 May 4 2018, 08:02 PM

Thanks to Ravi, Oscar and Gabe for all the meal supplies! That is all taken care of. I even have a friend who is planning on being our grill master!

For those who want to bring anything else for food, maybe bring your favorite beverage. Someone can get some ice and anything else we need at the Ralphs down the street. I have coolers we can use.

I have plenty of outside seating.

I don't have any extra work tables, so it would be great if we all brought our own or brought extra.

More updates as needed. PM me or post with anything else.

Posted by: 914-300Hemi May 4 2018, 09:35 PM

QUOTE(ValcoOscar @ May 4 2018, 09:23 AM)

QUOTE(914-300Hemi @ May 3 2018, 07:26 PM)

I’m in as a spectator and willing to travel to either location. Rob is literately 2 minutes away from my house.

I can bring drinks or anything that might be needed.

Ravi-

If Rob is up to it...please bring him along.

Posted by: bulitt May 5 2018, 05:21 AM

Yikes! This is bigger than a Rennsports Reunion!

Posted by: Tdskip May 5 2018, 01:22 PM

QUOTE(yeahmag @ May 3 2018, 12:20 PM)

Posted by: ValcoOscar May 5 2018, 01:54 PM

Oh..oh

I received an invite for a memorial day gathering for the same day as clinic.

I said I couldn't make it because I had a Dr appt.



I didn't lie...

Posted by: Steve May 5 2018, 04:54 PM

So is this one day or two days and which day?

Posted by: Dr Evil May 5 2018, 10:56 PM

QUOTE(Steve @ May 5 2018, 06:54 PM)

Posted by: cuddy_k May 5 2018, 10:57 PM

So glad to see this clinic fill up. You guys will have a blast. Everyone at the Virginia clinic finished in one day. About 12 hours, but time flies when you’re turning wrenches, sniffing acetone and breaking balls.

Posted by: Dr Evil May 5 2018, 11:01 PM

If you are desiring a new 1/R slider, and/or bearings, please let me know. I already had a 10 pack of bearings sent to my friends house in SD to meet me there. I am planning to get another 4 (one person I know said he did not need/want them). Sliders, I only recall that two definitely wanted them, and I annotated such in 1st post. I will update with what yall post in reply.

Some fun times with parts....914 seal kits are out of stock in the whole US. Pelican lists the genuine Porsche for $101 (regular about $40), but those also need to be ordered from Germany. Fortunately, the 1970 911 set is almost the same. I have a friend working on it and will be making them work. I went through all the kit parts, verified part numbers and dimensions, and will order seals that are different or not included. Not sure on price, but should be <$65. I do have 5 seal kits for 914, and several for early 911/912 so those guys are in good shape. Stay tuned.

Posted by: Dr Evil May 5 2018, 11:02 PM

Also, with our last addition of 914sgofast2, we are full. Cutting it off at 15.

Posted by: garrettlee2 May 5 2018, 11:47 PM

Can I get on stand by?

Posted by: Boomingbeetle May 6 2018, 08:47 AM

QUOTE(Dr Evil @ May 5 2018, 10:01 PM)

Posted by: Dr Evil May 6 2018, 12:02 PM

QUOTE(Boomingbeetle @ May 6 2018, 10:47 AM)

QUOTE(Dr Evil @ May 5 2018, 10:01 PM)

Some fun times with parts....914 seal kits are out of stock in the whole US. Pelican lists the genuine Porsche for $101 (regular about $40), but those also need to be ordered from Germany. Fortunately, the 1970 911 set is almost the same. I have a friend working on it and will be making them work. I went through all the kit parts, verified part numbers and dimensions, and will order seals that are different or not included. Not sure on price, but should be <$65. I do have 5 seal kits for 914, and several for early 911/912 so those guys are in good shape. Stay tuned.

I have no experience with Vertrex Auto, but they show seal kits in stock:

https://www.vertexauto.com/manual-transmission-gasket-set-c-2169.aspx

Posted by: Dr Evil May 6 2018, 12:03 PM

QUOTE(garrettlee2 @ May 6 2018, 01:47 AM)

Posted by: yeahmag May 6 2018, 12:51 PM

I have a piece of shit shad tent I can donate to this.

Posted by: Dr Evil May 6 2018, 02:12 PM

QUOTE(Dr Evil @ Apr 25 2018, 10:32 AM)

Updated 5/2/18 after talking with 914 ZR-1. Things are a go and looking great! Read below, some stuff has changed.

When:
The current plan is to do Sat and Sun, 9 am to whenever. I can likely finish in one day if you are motivated, probably about 10pm.

Location:
May 26-27 at the Santa Clarita, near Magic Mountain. I am limiting class size to 13-15 participants. We will have a 3 car garage bay (plenty, trust me), can work on food, take out, what ever.


Cost to participate:
$300/builder. Builders 18 and under are free. Only one transmission per builder. Spectators are free, and yes you can take notes, pics, and ask questions. Cost includes new stainless hardware for your build, rags, acetone or break cleaner for cleaning, gloves (I'll need sizes to get right qty), cleaning trays.

Parts:
To help cover the cost of the time off from my day job, travel, lodging, etc, I encourage you to buy parts from me whenever possible. I will have a stock of good used parts on hand, will show you how to determine when a part is not serviceable, and will show you have to save some $$ on a rebuild since you are doing the work yourself. I have moved away from using used bearings as I have lost confidence in them over the last few years. More are failing, and I never want one that I recommend to end up like that. As such, I have managed to secure all of the main input shaft and pinion bearings (4 total) for a deep discount (Retail currently about $1100). I will need orders and payment as promptly as possible to secure a set in the order I will have to make for this event. Contact me to get that ball rolling. I do not expect to have bearings available at the event other than those pre purchased. Also, discount only applies to students of the clinic, and for those whom I do rebuilds for (aka, I don't retail to the public). I will also have access to 1/R sliders (for you 5 speed boxes) for $300 (retail about $500).

Tools:
All special tools will be provided at the clinic. You will need nothing special: 19mm socket, 13mm socket, small hammer, small sledge. Tools to have if you have them handy would be some drifts/punches, deep 30mm socket, breaker bar, 32mm boxed end wrench, MAP or propane torch, seal drivers, wire brushes, cordless impact drivers, work bench/table (cheap plastic folding ones from Walmart and similar work just fine and accommodate up to 3 builders, but we have many 914 folks bringing tables as well), rags, break cleaner and or acetone. If you are willing to share your tools, that would be great and save me shipping heavy metal items that are rather common in most of our tool collections.


Prep:
Clean your case the best you can. You will be happier for it, our host will as well. Do not pressure wash it. You will get water in, it will cause rust. Bet me. Don't sand blast it...worse than water. DO NOT take it completely apart as you will lose the setting for the ring and pinion and that will mean I will need to reset that stuff and that is not happening at the clinic. Setting r/p takes expensive tools, and lots of time and parts that are not conducive to a clinic setting. This is something I do at my home shop on customer rebuilds. DO, please, take off the side cover and inspect your ring and pinion. If these are roached, you will not be able to build this transmission at the clinic because changing the r/p requires the aforementioned special tools and time. If you are unsure of your pinion, take a pic and post it up for evaluation and so we can all learn something. Other than popping off the side cover and inspecting the r/p, and cleaning some of the schmutz off of the case, please be sure to drain it. Although, when you check the r/p you will drain it one way or another. Not expecting disposal facilities for oils on site.

OK, I think that is everything, but if I get more questions I will update this post to answer it for everyone. I will also start an attendance roster in this post to keep things up to date.

Looking forward to this!


Check out my sig below for links to past clinics, or google search 914world to find even more threads.

Attendance list 5/3/18:

BoomingBeetle - 1/rsl, bearings, seals - deposit received
ValcoOscar
yeahmaq - April will build it since he wont be able to stay ::
Tdskip
mtndawg
914 RZ-1 - bearings, 1/rsl
forrestkhaag
John90290
Kevinhunter
Gothspeed
Steve Maas (912bbs)
Don-6
Daniel Albarran (912bbs)
kahluvr- 1/r, bearings, seals

Posted by: Dr Evil May 6 2018, 02:13 PM

QUOTE(Dr Evil @ May 6 2018, 04:12 PM)

QUOTE(Dr Evil @ Apr 25 2018, 10:32 AM)

Updated 5/2/18 after talking with 914 ZR-1. Things are a go and looking great! Read below, some stuff has changed.

When:
The current plan is to do Sat and Sun, 9 am to whenever. I can likely finish in one day if you are motivated, probably about 10pm.

Location:
May 26-27 at the Santa Clarita, near Magic Mountain. I am limiting class size to 13-15 participants. We will have a 3 car garage bay (plenty, trust me), can work on food, take out, what ever.


Cost to participate:
$300/builder. Builders 18 and under are free. Only one transmission per builder. Spectators are free, and yes you can take notes, pics, and ask questions. Cost includes new stainless hardware for your build, rags, acetone or break cleaner for cleaning, gloves (I'll need sizes to get right qty), cleaning trays.

Parts:
To help cover the cost of the time off from my day job, travel, lodging, etc, I encourage you to buy parts from me whenever possible. I will have a stock of good used parts on hand, will show you how to determine when a part is not serviceable, and will show you have to save some $$ on a rebuild since you are doing the work yourself. I have moved away from using used bearings as I have lost confidence in them over the last few years. More are failing, and I never want one that I recommend to end up like that. As such, I have managed to secure all of the main input shaft and pinion bearings (4 total) for a deep discount (Retail currently about $1100). I will need orders and payment as promptly as possible to secure a set in the order I will have to make for this event. Contact me to get that ball rolling. I do not expect to have bearings available at the event other than those pre purchased. Also, discount only applies to students of the clinic, and for those whom I do rebuilds for (aka, I don't retail to the public). I will also have access to 1/R sliders (for you 5 speed boxes) for $300 (retail about $500).

Tools:
All special tools will be provided at the clinic. You will need nothing special: 19mm socket, 13mm socket, small hammer, small sledge. Tools to have if you have them handy would be some drifts/punches, deep 30mm socket, breaker bar, 32mm boxed end wrench, MAP or propane torch, seal drivers, wire brushes, cordless impact drivers, work bench/table (cheap plastic folding ones from Walmart and similar work just fine and accommodate up to 3 builders, but we have many 914 folks bringing tables as well), rags, break cleaner and or acetone. If you are willing to share your tools, that would be great and save me shipping heavy metal items that are rather common in most of our tool collections.


Prep:
Clean your case the best you can. You will be happier for it, our host will as well. Do not pressure wash it. You will get water in, it will cause rust. Bet me. Don't sand blast it...worse than water. DO NOT take it completely apart as you will lose the setting for the ring and pinion and that will mean I will need to reset that stuff and that is not happening at the clinic. Setting r/p takes expensive tools, and lots of time and parts that are not conducive to a clinic setting. This is something I do at my home shop on customer rebuilds. DO, please, take off the side cover and inspect your ring and pinion. If these are roached, you will not be able to build this transmission at the clinic because changing the r/p requires the aforementioned special tools and time. If you are unsure of your pinion, take a pic and post it up for evaluation and so we can all learn something. Other than popping off the side cover and inspecting the r/p, and cleaning some of the schmutz off of the case, please be sure to drain it. Although, when you check the r/p you will drain it one way or another. Not expecting disposal facilities for oils on site.

OK, I think that is everything, but if I get more questions I will update this post to answer it for everyone. I will also start an attendance roster in this post to keep things up to date.

Looking forward to this!


Check out my sig below for links to past clinics, or google search 914world to find even more threads.

Attendance list 5/3/18:

BoomingBeetle - 1/rsl, bearings, seals - deposit received
ValcoOscar
yeahmaq - April will build it since he wont be able to stay ::
Tdskip
mtndawg
914 RZ-1 - bearings, 1/rsl
forrestkhaag
John90290
Kevinhunter
Gothspeed
Steve Maas (912bbs)
Don-6
Daniel Albarran (912bbs)
kahluvr- 1/r, bearings, seals

Posted by: garrettlee2 May 6 2018, 10:37 PM

QUOTE(Dr Evil @ May 6 2018, 11:03 AM)

QUOTE(garrettlee2 @ May 6 2018, 01:47 AM)

Can I get on stand by?

Man, I’m not sure how to could be accomplished. If we have an easy up we can have shade and someone can work in the driveway just outside of the garage. We have done that before.

Posted by: Dr Evil May 7 2018, 07:17 AM

QUOTE(garrettlee2 @ May 7 2018, 12:37 AM)

QUOTE(Dr Evil @ May 6 2018, 11:03 AM)

QUOTE(garrettlee2 @ May 6 2018, 01:47 AM)

Can I get on stand by?

Man, I’m not sure how to could be accomplished. If we have an easy up we can have shade and someone can work in the driveway just outside of the garage. We have done that before.

If you would be willing I can birng my own table and tent I just started reading this thread and would love to take part. plus I can bring an extra transmission for parts.

Posted by: Dr Evil May 7 2018, 12:53 PM

OK, just got confirmation on seal kits. Not much more than the 914 set. Ill have final prices in a while.

garrettlee2 has been contacted, and I think my count was off as he would be #15. See if your name is missing and you were supposed to attend.

Yes, a pop up would be useful no matter what.

Thanks for being typical, great, a/c Porsche guys! Looking forward to this.

Posted by: 914 RZ-1 May 7 2018, 05:20 PM

Did anyone ever get ahold of the two 912 guys?

Posted by: jcd914 May 7 2018, 09:35 PM

I stopped by my friend's shop to get a tail housing gasket for my 914 transmission and I told him that trans gasket sets were in short supply.

Anyway, he checked stock at Worldpac and they are out of stock.
But IMC shows stock at multiple warehouses, so maybe some of the vendors that show stock get them from IMC.

He has 3 gasket sets on the shelf and couple folders with loose gaskets left over from sets, so I dug through the leftovers and found a tail housing gasket. I'm only swapping one tail housing for another.

Jim

Posted by: Dr Evil May 8 2018, 10:23 AM

QUOTE(jcd914 @ May 7 2018, 11:35 PM)

Posted by: Dr Evil May 8 2018, 10:33 AM

QUOTE(914 RZ-1 @ May 7 2018, 07:20 PM)

Posted by: Tdskip May 9 2018, 10:34 AM

Bump for awareness!

Posted by: Dr Evil May 10 2018, 08:30 AM

Man, I just had to turn away a party of three. Just cant verify that they would fit and I could get all the parts in time.

Posted by: Boomingbeetle May 10 2018, 09:59 AM

Bummer! But you should offer to let them spectate, but bring their boxes and cash in case you can get all the parts. Then have a “table of shame” outside for late comers. And they should buy us beer.

Posted by: Dr Evil May 10 2018, 10:27 AM

QUOTE(Boomingbeetle @ May 10 2018, 11:59 AM)

Bummer! But you should offer to let them spectate, but bring their boxes and cash in case you can get all the parts. Then have a “table of shame” outside for late comers. And they should buy us beer.

Posted by: mtndawg May 10 2018, 03:46 PM

I took the cover off the back of my transmission to have a look. Nothing stands out as an obvious problem.


Attached image(s)

Posted by: Dr Evil May 11 2018, 09:51 AM

QUOTE(mtndawg @ May 10 2018, 05:46 PM)

Posted by: Dr Evil May 11 2018, 09:51 AM

Had 912 guy back out, so the late comers are in!

Posted by: mtndawg May 11 2018, 11:43 AM

QUOTE(Dr Evil @ May 11 2018, 08:51 AM)

QUOTE(mtndawg @ May 10 2018, 05:46 PM)

I took the cover off the back of my transmission to have a look. Nothing stands out as an obvious problem.

1st dog teeth are almost completely gone. Likely 1/R slider is toast as well, guarantee band is. Most common in 99% of boxes. Cant tell on slider and band unless you remove slider.

Posted by: Dr Evil May 11 2018, 12:12 PM

QUOTE(mtndawg @ May 11 2018, 01:43 PM)

QUOTE(Dr Evil @ May 11 2018, 08:51 AM)

QUOTE(mtndawg @ May 10 2018, 05:46 PM)

I took the cover off the back of my transmission to have a look. Nothing stands out as an obvious problem.

1st dog teeth are almost completely gone. Likely 1/R slider is toast as well, guarantee band is. Most common in 99% of boxes. Cant tell on slider and band unless you remove slider.

I stand corrected

Posted by: 914 RZ-1 May 11 2018, 06:14 PM

QUOTE(Dr Evil @ May 11 2018, 08:51 AM)

Posted by: Dr Evil May 12 2018, 05:27 AM

And then there were 15. Had another drop out today. Good thing I can use the bearing sets I pre ordered in my shop for customer builds. Ordered the new nuts and washers yesterday, we will have a few spares. Boxes of seal kits are ready to ship to my friend in California. I’ll fedex everything Monday. Jeff, I may just send to your place directly.

Posted by: Tdskip May 12 2018, 06:31 AM

Doc - do you want us to pull the boxes partially apart so you can see what is going on prior to the clinic?

Sorry if I missed it, but what prep should we do to be good participants?

Posted by: 914 RZ-1 May 12 2018, 03:39 PM

QUOTE(Dr Evil @ May 12 2018, 04:27 AM)

Posted by: bernbomb914 May 12 2018, 09:45 PM

DR Evil If you are in the area and need parts I have lots of parts from sportomatic trans to ring and pinion and a lot of gear sets I am in Temecula give me a call. 951 676 4927

Posted by: Dr Evil May 13 2018, 01:29 PM

QUOTE(Tdskip @ May 12 2018, 08:31 AM)

Posted by: Dr Evil May 15 2018, 08:19 AM

The pic in my green bin is not impressive until you realize it is deep and has a couple grand worth of parts in it

So, I forgot to tell yall to put your user name on your correspondence so I could keep track. I have deposited many checks as of yesterday and tried to update the first post to match, but there are a few I am not sure of.

If the list on the first post is not reflecting your needs/payment, let me know. I need to finalize the 1/R slider order today. I have 14 bearing sets en route, 10 of them are already at my friends house. Seal kits are in hand and I hope to pack the green tote with my tools, parts and FedEx it out tomorrow or Thursday.

Checks deposited yesterday that I am not clear on who they are from, first 3 letters of last name only:
Dev
Deu
Lin

Posted by: Dr Evil May 15 2018, 08:22 AM

For address, please contact 914 RZ-1 directly as he knows where he lives and around the area better than I.

Posted by: Tdskip May 15 2018, 09:05 AM

Pictures of my box

Posted by: Dr Evil May 15 2018, 09:15 AM

QUOTE(Tdskip @ May 15 2018, 11:05 AM)

Pictures of my box

Posted by: 914 RZ-1 May 15 2018, 08:35 PM

For those of you looking for hotels, I'm near the 126 or Magic Mountain Parkway exits of the 5 freeway. About 10 minutes away.

I would not recommend Castaic since it's about 20 minutes away.

Posted by: mtndawg May 15 2018, 09:37 PM

I’m staying Friday and Saturday night at the Hilton garden inn, Valencia on The Old Road. Looks good and is pretty close.

Posted by: Dr Evil May 16 2018, 07:30 AM

QUOTE(mtndawg @ May 15 2018, 11:37 PM)

Posted by: Dr Evil May 16 2018, 07:34 AM

I updated first post again. If you are one of these people and paid, let me know your name (pm is fine). I am ordering 1/R sliders today so if you want one and your name doesn't show it (1/rsl) on the 1st post then you best speak up.

Currently not sure if I have received your check:
ValcoOscar
forrestkhaag
John90290
Gothspeed
Don-6
MM1

Posted by: ValcoOscar May 16 2018, 07:55 AM

QUOTE(Dr Evil @ May 16 2018, 06:34 AM)

Posted by: Dr Evil May 16 2018, 08:39 AM

QUOTE(ValcoOscar @ May 16 2018, 09:55 AM)

QUOTE(Dr Evil @ May 16 2018, 06:34 AM)

I updated first post again. If you are one of these people and paid, let me know your name (pm is fine). I am ordering 1/R sliders today so if you want one and your name doesn't show it (1/rsl) on the 1st post then you best speak up.

Currently not sure if I have received your check:
ValcoOscar
forrestkhaag
John90290
Gothspeed
Don-6
MM1

I am 100% IN on this clinic. I am prepping my trans this weekend. Hope to post pics.
Is it okay if I just take $$$ with me that day? A bit easier for me.

Posted by: don-6 May 16 2018, 10:09 AM

PM sent to Dr Evil

Posted by: Dr Evil May 16 2018, 12:36 PM

QUOTE(don-6 @ May 16 2018, 12:09 PM)

Posted by: 914sgofast2 May 16 2018, 02:03 PM

Just made a reservation for the Hilton Garden Inn in Valencia, too. See you all there!
Mike D.

Posted by: Dr Evil May 16 2018, 09:38 PM

Ya, I aint paying $195 for 8-10hrs of sleep so I booked at the Santa Clarita Motel about 4miles away.

Posted by: mtndawg May 16 2018, 10:17 PM

QUOTE(Dr Evil @ May 16 2018, 08:38 PM)

Ya, I aint paying $195 for 8-10hrs of sleep so I booked at the Santa Clarita Motel about 4miles away.

Posted by: ValcoOscar May 19 2018, 01:26 PM

All I could do for now...what you think?

Posted by: kahluver May 19 2018, 01:42 PM

I inspected my two core transmissions I was going to rebuild in the clinic. One has a messed up case and the other is missing all of it's internals. Oops... I should have checked them out sooner. Any of you guys attending the clinic have an extra core that I could buy from you to rebuild?

I have one more trans but it's in my good 914 which I hoped to drive to the clinic. Worst case I'll drop this and bring it as it needs a new 2nd syncro.

Posted by: cuddy_k May 19 2018, 01:53 PM

I have a spare case which u can have...just need to ship from NY

Posted by: yeahmag May 19 2018, 04:29 PM

It’s probably out of the scope of the clinic, but I have a case you can have if you want it.

Posted by: Dr Evil May 20 2018, 12:05 AM

Oscar, those pics look fine.

Gabe, we would not be able to swap a case as that would require R/P set up and many hours of work with a bunch more tools. A good core and just be re-done. I believe that was your intention, anyway.

Posted by: Tdskip May 20 2018, 08:32 AM

Pretty sure the answer is “yes”, but Doc is the cover you want me to remove and takes pictures of the internals?

Posted by: 914-300Hemi May 20 2018, 08:48 AM

Maybe I’m blind but I don’t see the address in the first post.

Posted by: Tdskip May 20 2018, 08:50 AM

PM RZ-1

Posted by: kahluver May 20 2018, 08:55 AM

Hi Doc - Thanks for confirming. I understand that a full rebuild w/ R/P swap is out of scope.

I got one of the trans open last night. It's filthy but I'm willing to invest in a dozen cans of brake clean and save it assuming it can be saved. Here's a pic of the R/P - it's super grungy and sludgy. I'll try to get the nose cone off later today. Also, it needs a new rear case piece as it has a custom hillbilly billet mount. It looks like it was well machined but I lost admiration when I saw it was affixed by 11 allen head bolts. At least they were allen head and countersunk.

Here's a link to photos:
https://photos.app.goo.gl/uj5YYbUoCU4koQqP2

I'd love to save it if I can. If It's savable, do you have any extra rear case pieces and side shift assembly (this trans is missing it's shifter)?

Posted by: yeahmag May 20 2018, 09:10 AM

I likely have a spare cover. I’ll throw it in the pile of stuff I’m bringing and you and the good doctor can work something out if you want it.

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Posted by: Tdskip May 20 2018, 10:43 AM

Posted by: MM1 May 20 2018, 04:32 PM

Sorry Team-can’t rebuild this time-but I’ll be there to observe/learn/wrench (if anyone wants a hand). Will be there early to make any ice/store runs. PM sent to 914 ZR-1

Marcus

Posted by: Dr Evil May 21 2018, 09:26 AM

QUOTE(Tdskip @ May 20 2018, 12:43 PM)

Posted by: Tdskip May 21 2018, 09:45 AM

Phew - thanks Doc!

Posted by: 914 RZ-1 May 21 2018, 12:19 PM

As of right now, it looks like we have about 24 people coming (participants and observers). Those of you bringing food and drink might want to consider bringing enough for 36. Heaven forbid we run out!

If you get here early, Dr. Evil and I WILL put you to work or send you to the store to get stuff! Please don't arrive before 7:30; I need my beauty rest.

We have more people coming than I first thought, so parking could be crowded. There will be room, we just need to be considerate of my neighbors. We can work it out when you all get here.

See ya all Saturday!

Posted by: Tdskip May 21 2018, 12:35 PM

Thanks again for hosting!

Posted by: 914 RZ-1 May 22 2018, 05:12 PM

Is anyone going to be in town Friday night? Let me know; maybe we can get together and argue about who's car is rustier. I can't stay out too late because a bunch of people are coming over the next day...

Posted by: 914sgofast2 May 23 2018, 03:48 PM

Got Tools???
I just spent a couple of hours running around trying to find a 30MM deep socket and a 32MM box wrench! Found the 30MM deep socket at Harbor Fright Tools, where I had to buy an entire set of 12 metric deep sockets from 10MM to 32MM just to get a 30MM deep socket. (Harbor Fright does not sell individual deep sockets in the larget sizes).

Finding the 32MM box/open end combo wrench was another story. Harbor Fright was sold out all over the entire Sacramento Region, so then I tried the Sears Store in Citrus Heights - no luck; the CarQuest Auto Parts Store in Orangevale - no luck; the NAPA Auto Parts Store in Orangevale - no luck; and finally the Sears Store in Roseville, where I bought the last 32MM box/open end combo wrench they had on the shelf.

It was sad going into the Sears Stores. I had forgotten that Sears is now going out of business. I got 20% off the regular Sears' tool prices. But not a lot of tools are left. They have been picked over already. Just a lot of oddball stuff was left.

If you are looking for 30MM deep sockets and 32MM box/open end combo wrenches to take with you to the Trans Clinic, I suggest you get busy. To my surprise, they were not easy to find, at least up here in the Sacramento Area.

Mike D.

Posted by: mtndawg May 23 2018, 04:43 PM

I also went over to HF last weekend to look for the socket and big wrench, but elected not to buy the set you referenced as I already have too many sockets to buy another set. Hopefully I can interest someone in a drinks for tools exchange program.

Posted by: yeahmag May 23 2018, 05:54 PM

I may throw some of these tools in the box of stuff I'm bringing. I know I have the 30mm deep socket and likely have the other stuff too.

Posted by: gothspeed May 23 2018, 07:50 PM

Two day event and in Valencia? As of now it may be too far for a two day event.

However I will try to make it on one day as a helper/spectator, but even that may not happen.

Posted by: Dr Evil May 24 2018, 08:47 AM

Fellas, you don’t need the special tools like the socket and big wrench. I will have them and we will share. The usual tools I need turned are all you need, like 13mm sockets. You are all good. The other tools were only needed if you already have them. Don’t go buying big tools unless ya gonna dona few of theses.

All of my packages are next to my bed here in San Diego except for the big one that is due to deliver to our graceous host today or tomorrow. All systems go!

Posted by: Dr Evil May 24 2018, 08:49 AM

QUOTE(gothspeed @ May 23 2018, 09:50 PM)

Two day event and in Valencia? As of now it may be too far for a two day event.

However I will try to make it on one day as a helper/spectator, but even that may not happen.

Posted by: Dr Evil May 24 2018, 09:01 AM

Highlighted first post to reflect where info is located to address most recent questions. Clarified in first post that this is a one day event as that info is buried throughout the thread but wasn’t updated in post one.

The biggest help to you, if you have one, would be an electric impact driver as it expedited the disassembly. Most work is clean and inspect. If any of you are motivat d to get done faster and not too interested in the hang out and learning aspect, or tight on time, just let me know and we can expedite your build simultaneous to the class being taught.

Posted by: ValcoOscar May 24 2018, 09:04 AM

QUOTE(914 RZ-1 @ May 21 2018, 11:19 AM)

As of right now, it looks like we have about 24 people coming (participants and observers). Those of you bringing food and drink might want to consider bringing enough for 36. Heaven forbid we run out!

If you get here early, Dr. Evil and I WILL put you to work or send you to the store to get stuff! Please don't arrive before 7:30; I need my beauty rest.

We have more people coming than I first thought, so parking could be crowded. There will be room, we just need to be considerate of my neighbors. We can work it out when you all get here.

See ya all Saturday!

Got it, I am packed with the exception of food items I signed up for. I will pack food last minute.

We should have nice weather.

FYI...for whoever is getting drinks...per Dr's orders, I run Diet Pepsi through my veins.

Anything else we're missing??? Canopy?

see ya Saturday morning

Oscar

Posted by: Dr Evil May 24 2018, 09:09 AM

Tracking on the last box.

Also changed thread title to match actual date of clinic to hope to further stave confusion for those not reading the whole thread.


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Posted by: screenguy914 May 24 2018, 12:52 PM

If daughter wasn't getting married that weekend, I'd be there.

Noticed you were trying to coordinate with SMC for space and assistance. They recently moved to a large warehouse/sales space in the Eagle Rock area (L.A.) and would be an ideal location and quid pro quo op for SMC. I can help bother Jorge if that helps nudge him. As far as volunteers, I can round up several if that helps.

Sherwood
Porsha Coffee meet (in LaCanada, once/month)

Posted by: kahluver May 25 2018, 02:20 AM

Oscar- I'm getting some drinks and noted your Diet Pepsi.

Aaron - Thanks for packing the nose cone. I located a good trans this week locally so I shouldn't need it. It'd be good to bring it anyway in case someone else needs it.

I hope someone can bring ice and cooler as I'm packing my good 914 full and won't have room for a cooler.

And in case you want to get your own 30mm socket and 32mm box wrench, Amazon has them and if you're prime you can get them same day - better hurry as the clinic is tomorrow.

Dr - I opened and cleaned my trans tonight. Here's a pic of my R/P. It looks good to me... but what do I know, I'm not even your student yet. It was a little gunky inside but there are no missing teeth or anything weird.

Posted by: Tdskip May 25 2018, 07:06 AM

I will bring an electric impact driver for people to use as helpful.

Sounds like we are OK for the deep sockets.

Any other open switches folks?

Posted by: ValcoOscar May 25 2018, 11:44 AM

Well, I made something special for tomorrow.
I'm bringing a few FREEBIES for Dr, Host and all paid participants.
Extras will be made available @ $15/ea or two for $20

Jack Pad for 356 / 911 / 912 / 914 / 930

Some w script, others bare.

I just can't stand to throw away useful metal scrap.

Oscar

Posted by: Lucky9146 May 25 2018, 11:59 AM

Oscar, that is so cool what an awesome thing to do! Wish I would have went now.

You're the man!


PS Dr Evil I sent a PM yesterday, wonder if you could respond. I know you are busy in SD
Appreciate it!

Posted by: Dr Evil May 25 2018, 12:04 PM

QUOTE(kahluver @ May 25 2018, 04:20 AM)

Oscar- I'm getting some drinks and noted your Diet Pepsi.

Aaron - Thanks for packing the nose cone. I located a good trans this week locally so I shouldn't need it. It'd be good to bring it anyway in case someone else needs it.

I hope someone can bring ice and cooler as I'm packing my good 914 full and won't have room for a cooler.

And in case you want to get your own 30mm socket and 32mm box wrench, Amazon has them and if you're prime you can get them same day - better hurry as the clinic is tomorrow.

Dr - I opened and cleaned my trans tonight. Here's a pic of my R/P. It looks good to me... but what do I know, I'm not even your student yet. It was a little gunky inside but there are no missing teeth or anything weird.

Posted by: Dr Evil May 25 2018, 12:05 PM

QUOTE(ValcoOscar @ May 25 2018, 01:44 PM)

Well, I made something special for tomorrow.
I'm bringing a few FREEBIES for Dr, Host and all paid participants.
Extras will be made available @ $15/ea or two for $20

Jack Pad for 356 / 911 / 912 / 914 / 930

Some w script, others bare.

I just can't stand to throw away useful metal scrap.

Oscar

Posted by: Dr Evil May 25 2018, 12:06 PM

Last package arrived! All systems go.

Posted by: mtndawg May 25 2018, 01:57 PM

Looks awesome, I’m 100 miles south of Sacramento having lunch, hoping to be in town around 5:00.

Posted by: Boomingbeetle May 25 2018, 04:07 PM

I also have a spare electric impact, and a handy drill-driver for use amongst some other tools. It’ll be too difficult for me to go get the 914 and return it after the clinic so I’m loading up the Subaru instead.

-lots of XL and L nitrile gloves (50-100pairs)
-6 cans brake clean
-paper towels
-misc tools inc 32mm wrench and several impacts

I’ll have a small furniture dolly/cart if needed, and also a small work table and camping chair for myself if needed also

Posted by: 914-300Hemi May 25 2018, 09:05 PM

Just need gas and all grocery shopping done.
See everyone tomorrow.

Posted by: ValcoOscar May 25 2018, 09:30 PM

Me too...got everything on my list, also bought cheese so we can have cheeseburgers.

Watermelon looked fresh so I'm bringing that also.

I'm already hungry.

Posted by: Dr Evil May 25 2018, 10:34 PM

A few miles from hotel. Already had two cancellations today. We won’t be over crowded.

Posted by: Steve May 26 2018, 08:29 AM

We are on our way. An address would be nice.

Posted by: Dr Evil May 26 2018, 08:35 AM

QUOTE(Steve @ May 26 2018, 10:29 AM)

Posted by: Steve May 26 2018, 08:52 AM

Thanks!

Posted by: ValcoOscar May 26 2018, 10:58 AM

Here are some photos..

Oh crap..my trans is beyond repair.










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Posted by: cuddy_k May 26 2018, 11:37 AM

That’s a whole lot nicer than breathing in kerosene heater fumes during a December in Virginia. And in Cali there are other things you can breathe in...enjoy!

Posted by: Lucky9146 May 26 2018, 11:38 AM

Looks like everyone is busy! Great looking garage and nice weather what more can you ask for. (well maybe soda for now).
Wishing I could have made it there.
Sorry about your trans Oscar.
Thanks for the pics!

Posted by: ValcoOscar May 26 2018, 07:14 PM

Posted by: Mike D. May 26 2018, 09:36 PM

Having fun!
Our leader and host!


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Posted by: Steve May 26 2018, 10:31 PM

QUOTE(ValcoOscar @ May 26 2018, 09:58 AM)

Here are some photos..

Oh crap..my trans is beyond repair.

Posted by: 914-300Hemi May 26 2018, 10:35 PM

Had a lot of fun just hanging out and watching everyone else work hard. Thank you Oscar for bbq’ing and for the jack pads.

Posted by: mtndawg May 26 2018, 11:20 PM

Fun day, good people. Thanks to Jeff and family for hosting.

Posted by: MM1 May 27 2018, 12:40 AM

This clinic is a must for any Porsche enthusiast-thanks to ya’ll for the special memories . . .

Marcus

Posted by: MM1 May 27 2018, 01:00 AM

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Posted by: MM1 May 27 2018, 01:03 AM

The Dr and Run CNC


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Run CNC Revisited


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Posted by: 914-300Hemi May 27 2018, 09:53 AM

I forgot to add a big thank you to Jeff for opening his wonderful house and Dr. Evil for teaching how important it is clean the parts before everything goes back together.
Thank Dr. Evil for sharing his knowledge with us.

Posted by: 914-300Hemi May 27 2018, 09:55 AM

Mike’s friend stopped by with his air cooled Citroen.

Posted by: ValcoOscar May 27 2018, 01:45 PM

Here's Don-6. We first met about 30 years ago. Always great chatting with him.





Ravi and Gabe's 914's

Posted by: MM1 May 27 2018, 08:32 PM

Thanks to Dr. Evil and Jeff (and all the Ladies and Gents), I learned a lot and had a chance to practice on most of the transaxles. So today I decided to reinforce, practice and discover he state of my 901. . .

Pinion looks chipped a bit, scynchros look shot, and the speedo gear lock bolt threads look like they had been heli-coiled (which has failed- figured something was up with all the zip ties). Guess it was rebuilt at some point, but this car had 238k on it.

I would never have been able to open this box up without your guidance, Doc- mil grazie!

Posted by: MM1 May 27 2018, 08:33 PM

Ring and pinion


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Posted by: MM1 May 27 2018, 08:37 PM

Pinion - didnt see chips in the other pinion shots- doubt it was normal machinng but don’t know


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Posted by: MM1 May 27 2018, 08:39 PM

Ring


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Posted by: MM1 May 27 2018, 08:42 PM

2nd and 3rd- scynchros rounded, band flattened


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Posted by: MM1 May 27 2018, 08:44 PM

2 and 3 rotated


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4 and 5


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2-5


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Posted by: Tdskip May 28 2018, 09:00 AM

What a fantastic event! Great company, great coaching, great progress.

Thanks to Jeff for hosing, and the good Doctor and April for making the trip.

BTW - might be a good idea to get proper oil into the newly rebuilt boxes and coat everything to make sure no surface rust happens if it is going to sit for awhile.

Posted by: kahluver May 28 2018, 09:45 AM

Thanks Jeff, Dr and April for hosting this event. It was a lot of fun and I'm thrilled about my freshly rebuilt trans.

Awesome day and great meeting all of your guys.

Ravi, you have an awesome looking 914!



Gabe

Posted by: 914 RZ-1 May 28 2018, 12:13 PM

Thanks to all who came and to those who brought stuff (shout out to Oscar!) . I have lots of beer and shop rags now.
I was happy to host. Aside from a headache from all the fumes, everything went well the garage is back in operation.
Someone left a water container (tdskip, I think), I also have a harbor freight mallet and a socket (13 mm, I think) along with a 1/4 to 1/8 socket adapter and some miscellaneous nuts and bolts.

Posted by: Larmo63 May 28 2018, 12:23 PM

Did anybody get a complete transmission done? I was wondering what the results were of successful rebuilds?

Any strikeouts? Bad/terminal transmissions?

We need an "on the scene reporter...!"

Posted by: mtndawg May 28 2018, 01:41 PM

I'm calling mine "rebuilt" as it's ready to go back into it's home...

Posted by: Beach914 May 28 2018, 02:26 PM

QUOTE(kahluver @ May 28 2018, 08:45 AM)

Thanks Jeff, Dr and April for hosting this event. It was a lot of fun and I'm thrilled about my freshly rebuilt trans.

Awesome day and great meeting all of your guys.

Ravi, you have an awesome looking 914!



Gabe

Posted by: Tdskip May 28 2018, 02:33 PM

QUOTE(Larmo63 @ May 28 2018, 01:23 PM)

Posted by: Steve May 28 2018, 02:47 PM

914 trans are like a box of cracker jacks. You never know what you have until you open it up. Some took there chances and others opened them up and took lots of pictures for the doc to evaluate prior to the event.
We were lucky this time around.

Posted by: 914sgofast2 May 28 2018, 07:47 PM

I think everyone, except for poor Oscar, had their trans completley refreshed by the end of the day. (The trans he brought to the clinic had terminal internal water damage that was not found until the trans was completely opened up and the gear stack removed. The ring & pinion looked great when you took the side cover off, but the other gears and internal were all rusted and corroded.)

I think the clinic was a great event and would not hesitate to recommend it to anyone who has the chance and is thinking of attending one of Dr. Evil's clinics. I took a used sideshift tranny I had bought a couple of weeks before the event (of unknown condition) and went thru it. The trans needed couple of syncros, a new 1st/reverse slider, and new bearings, which I had luckily ordered from the good Dr. before the event. Otherwise, it was just fine. I bought this trans so I could convery my 1970 tailshifter to a sideshifter.

We are moving to Peru in a couple of years when my wife retires. I wanted a bullet proof trans, since we intend to take the 914 with us to Peru. It will be much easier to repair down there since it does not have the sophisticated computer systems of our Caymen S and Mini Cooper, and I do all of my own work on our cars. Plus it has way more ground clernace than the Cayman S or my other toy, a 1963 Jaguar XKE.
Mike D.

Posted by: don-6 May 28 2018, 07:54 PM

I finished installing my newly rebuilt 1st gear assembly.
It now shifts nicely into gear. No more grinding.
Thanks to Jeff for hosting.
Thanks Oscar for the BBQ.
Thanks to Dr Evil for your knowledge and assistance.
It was a good day with old and new friends.

Don

Posted by: Boomingbeetle May 28 2018, 11:09 PM

I had a great time! Many thanks to the Dr for the excellent work. I only wish he didn’t have so many cancellations and no-shows for offering his time and talent. I would gladly attend another clinic and buy a core just for the hell of it. The box I brought to rebuild ended up with more parts from my core trans than the originals. Now I need to decide whether to install it or drive the one I have until it fails. Or sell...