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Posted by: cbenitah Feb 8 2006, 12:47 AM

I am finally starting my Project that I have been waiting for.. This is the thread I will be updating the project..

My Parts are finally starting to show up, its not much now but it's a start...

Here is a pic of what I got so far, and more is coming..

914-X will also be explained for everyone in a couple of weeks..

enjoy!

Posted by: Kemo Feb 9 2006, 03:40 PM

any updates?

Posted by: cbenitah Feb 9 2006, 04:06 PM

Got more parts today...

GT Flares 7" and 9"
GT Rockers
Wing
916 front
916 Rear

Looking forward to get them on the car, which would hopefully be next weekend or so..

Posted by: cbenitah Feb 9 2006, 04:31 PM

This is what the car looks like today..

Posted by: Andyrew Feb 10 2006, 03:24 PM

wing?

factory spoiler? or straight up wing??

Posted by: cbenitah Feb 13 2006, 05:21 PM

I got my side mirrors I've been looking for a long time.. 935 Race Mirrors.. I know they are almost completly useless.. but they look AMAZING on the car! And its nt that difficult to turn your head and see if anyone is behind you.. I will post pictures later.. I got them from Better bodies motorsport in san diego.. very nice guys! they gave me some pointers on where I can locate the rest of the stuff on my list

Yesterday I went home to John Rogers to look at his car.. It took me about 1h 30min to find it, normally a 30min ride from my house, but I got scared when I saw a sign saying "last US exit" then you know you're way of course haha..

If anyone haven't seen his car... masterpice! It is a race car so its not what I want.. But F/G doors/lids/flares etc.. didnt see it run but very nice. And after seeing his car I know I wil rivit on my flares.. looks very good! and the fact that they are an easy replacement is something I like!

Stay tuned 914-X Lovers out there!

Posted by: cbenitah Feb 13 2006, 05:45 PM

Is there a boycott going on hers towards swedes Just curious since i have had 500 who have looked at the thread and no replys.. maybe this is not too interesting to you guys out there!

Oh well, I'm doing my best here and this is something I will be proud of!

you just wait and see

Posted by: olav Feb 13 2006, 05:56 PM

Cool.

Keep us posted!

Posted by: Speedster07 Feb 13 2006, 06:30 PM

Posted by: East coaster Feb 13 2006, 06:41 PM

Bring it on Christopher! Love to see other's projects posted. It inspires me and helps with ideas. It's a little slow here from time to time, so don't get wrapped up in how many replies you get.


So get to it!

Posted by: maddeye Feb 13 2006, 07:04 PM

christopher, I've been waiting for your followup post that was going to give us a glimpse of the final look, color, engine etc...... <!-- emo&:beer2: --><!-- endemo -->

George

Posted by: cbenitah Feb 13 2006, 08:50 PM

QUOTE (maddeye @ Feb 13 2006, 05:04 PM)

christopher, I've been waitng for your followup post that was going to give us a glimpse of the final look, color, engine etc...... George

When I talked to John last night he kinda talked me into letting them strip the car to bare metal.. since i noticed (when i put on the reflector) that i think my paint came from walmart.. it looks good on the outside, but it as almost 5mm thick.. (sorry only metrics) original color is bahia red..

As for color.. wanna help me out? I'm deciding between (k, dont kill me now, dont know the porsche names so i use others) Ferrari Red.. (Racing Red) ,Bright Yellow.. (i know my car could use those xtra HP you get from yellow paint) even considerd a blue of some sort.. if you wanna help.. I'm feeling Racing Red now, since that has always been a dream color)

I will paint the targa bar and targa, take all the chrome of. (has anyone done that with the vent windows??) also put rubber around the windsheild.

Posted by: guiltless Feb 13 2006, 08:58 PM

I am particularly partial to Pearl White for some reason. Or anything candy.

Posted by: Heeltoe914 Feb 13 2006, 09:02 PM

the rubber you wont to put on your car around the windshield is from a Camero I think 76 to like 86. Go to the Chevy dealer ask for window trim of the years mentioned. The rubber looks like a t Flat on top and two bitting ribs that fall into the window track of your 914. Hope this helps.

Posted by: cbenitah Feb 13 2006, 09:06 PM

QUOTE (Heeltoe914 @ Feb 13 2006, 07:02 PM)

the rubber you wont to put on your car around the windshield is from a Camero I think 76 to like 86. Go to the Chevy dealer ask for window trim of the years mentioned. The rubber looks like a t Flat on top and two bitting ribs that fall into the window track of your 914. Hope this helps.

the rubber for the windshield is coming from our friends south of the boarder..

I'm talking about the chrome parts of the Vent windows.. Ours has chrome, 911's (later ones) have black aluminum or somethign like it.. lets say plastic to be sure you know what i mean... is there a replacement for ours? or is it just powder coating that is the cure..

Posted by: r_towle Feb 13 2006, 10:23 PM

I vote that you paint it blue with yellow stripes...

You know the colors...

It would look great.

BTW, wifes a swede...

Rich

Posted by: cbenitah Feb 13 2006, 10:41 PM

QUOTE (r_towle @ Feb 13 2006, 08:23 PM)

I vote that you paint it blue with yellow stripes... You know the colors... It would look great. BTW, wifes a swede... Rich

haha, i actually wanted it shiny blue with yellow stripes.. but that was a while back, and i realized people back home would laugh at me.. the swede driving around in Cali with the swedish flag on the car.. aha.. maybe i should start Race, and ask for sponsorship from IKEA while im at it

true swedish???

Posted by: alpha434 Feb 13 2006, 10:52 PM

Just do big, contrasting yellow stripes. And add shiny silver little stripes. Most people won't realize it immediately. Most people here won't realize it at all.

Posted by: cbenitah Feb 14 2006, 01:04 AM

more parts are coming in.. this is getting interesting

Posted by: cbenitah Mar 19 2006, 06:13 PM

I'll post the pics here instead..




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Posted by: cbenitah Mar 19 2006, 06:14 PM

Went down today... talk about scary.. I got pulled over by the Mexican Cop. Last time I EVER go by myself.. But I made it without any fines or anything..

the car is coming along nicely, its supposed to be done by next weekend, but I told them the following instead. Changed my Paint Code as well.. found a secret folder in their office




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Posted by: d914 Mar 19 2006, 07:49 PM

looking good.....would you mine a 914-x on the east coast..building a wrx 914...!!! Black with wide flares..

Posted by: cbenitah Mar 19 2006, 07:55 PM

QUOTE (d914 @ Mar 19 2006, 05:49 PM)

looking good.....would you mine a 914-x on the east coast..building a wrx 914...!!! Black with wide flares..

you want the emblem on the back of your car? even if thats not what you ment.. anyone with a wrx engine can get an emblem. i just need to research where i can get em done..

my color will be GT Silver..

http://photobucket.com

Posted by: cbenitah Mar 19 2006, 08:00 PM

Here is the logo again....




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Posted by: Aaron Cox Mar 19 2006, 08:50 PM

more pics chris!

Posted by: cbenitah Mar 19 2006, 08:52 PM

QUOTE (Aaron Cox @ Mar 19 2006, 06:50 PM)

more pics chris!

that was all for this time.. i forgot to take photos since all i could think about was the mexican cop.... more pics to come. going next weekend too if anyone is going

Posted by: d914 Mar 19 2006, 08:52 PM

there was a guy in the resource section with car jewerly... I think it was neo-914 who got some thing made..

Posted by: retrotech Mar 20 2006, 12:08 AM

This is what your mirrors will look like when installed.


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Posted by: cbenitah Mar 20 2006, 12:12 AM

QUOTE (retrotech @ Mar 19 2006, 10:08 PM)

This is what your mirrors will look like when installed.

wow, more pics please............. inside and how you mounted them. I was thinking 3M tape.. the same VW mounts the rockers on their new car (info from Tim at mind over motorsports)

Posted by: retrotech Mar 20 2006, 12:19 AM

Use Silicone, easy to remove if needed, with razor blade. Black vinyl on inside of glass to cover installation.


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Posted by: retrotech Mar 20 2006, 12:20 AM

inside


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Posted by: cbenitah Mar 20 2006, 12:25 AM

yea thats what I was thinking. Using something to cover up the mounting.. silicone is a good idea.. no way I will screw these into the door. I'm welding the stock holes shut so i wont have any at all..

thanks for the pics..

Posted by: newto914s Mar 20 2006, 01:23 AM

Looks like your having them do a lot of work. What's the damage($). I'm sure it's going to come back spectacular.
Samson

Posted by: MW 914 Mar 22 2006, 02:40 PM

Is that the same car that everyone was wrenching on at Joe's BBQ? If it is, holy smokes you have been busy!

Posted by: GTeener Mar 22 2006, 04:10 PM

It's starting to look like Andy's car

Posted by: Aaron Cox Mar 22 2006, 04:54 PM

QUOTE (MW 914 @ Mar 22 2006, 01:40 PM)

Is that the same car that everyone was wrenching on at Joe's BBQ? If it is, holy smokes you have been busy!

yupperz.....

chris is going all out!

Posted by: cbenitah Mar 22 2006, 05:08 PM

QUOTE (Aaron Cox @ Mar 22 2006, 02:54 PM)

QUOTE (MW 914 @ Mar 22 2006, 01:40 PM) Is that the same car that everyone was wrenching on at Joe's BBQ?  If it is, holy smokes you have been busy! yupperz..... chris is going all out!

yup..
I am going all out on this one. It will be a different car once im done. and to me its a big challange since this is my first car I'm working on EVER... With some guiding I hope I will be able to work on it and do all the crazy you guys are doing out there. I may be dumb for doing this with not enough knowledge. I dont care. It will be done! Right now I'm struggeling with the engine/tranny. never done one before and hope i dont mess it up.

andy's? does that mean that I'm getting a 3.6L in mine as well?? Andy let me know when you are here so i can have som for you

Posted by: Aaron Cox Mar 22 2006, 05:16 PM

you going with the "bonded and blended" flare approach? or the "riveted racer" look?

Posted by: cbenitah Mar 22 2006, 05:22 PM

QUOTE (Aaron Cox @ Mar 22 2006, 03:16 PM)

you going with the "bonded and blended" flare approach? or the "riveted racer" look?

rivited race car.. I like the look with the right color combination.. chrome rivets on a GT Silver would look good.. was thinking of getting them painted but I dont see why?

Posted by: Aaron Cox Mar 22 2006, 05:25 PM

so they already cut the old fender chunks out? cool.....

i was just wondering what adhesive product you were going to use to keep it from cracking....

rivets are cool

gonna get some big ol 5 lug wheels?

Posted by: cbenitah Mar 22 2006, 05:33 PM

QUOTE (Aaron Cox @ Mar 22 2006, 03:25 PM)

so they already cut the old fender chunks out? cool..... i was just wondering what adhesive product you were going to use to keep it from cracking.... rivets are cool gonna get some big ol 5 lug wheels?

Fenders all cut and ready..
do you see the shape of the 916 front? does it look ok to you guys or is there a gap between hood/lip? maybe just me, have never seen one IRL though just photos.

rivets = no cracks right? i think i read it right..

oh 5 lug.... yes! I just had a long talk to Clayton about it. I have been looking for options on doing it but looks like im looking at the wrong places. front struts for 600? front end for 1100? maybe everyone else is getting killer deals and Aaron, by now you probably guessed that i NEVER get any deals (if you consider what i pay for body)

ok here is the plan..

GT Silver
Rivet Flares
916 front/rear
5-lug
17" wheels, new style porsche or sport.
suby engine

and the list adds on as I go.. I'm thinking it will be all done by xmas or so.. body is first step, then breaks/susp/wheels...

Posted by: Aaron Cox Mar 22 2006, 05:38 PM

im pretty sure i can find you a post 72 911 front end for a few C notes...

if you need the lagreger breaks (yada yada $$$$) an SC front end can be had for under 800.....

call eric shea for the rear... 400 bones and you got new trailing arms with bearings bushings and 5 lug hubs done

Posted by: cbenitah Mar 22 2006, 11:05 PM

QUOTE (Aaron Cox @ Mar 22 2006, 03:38 PM)

im pretty sure i can find you a post 72 911 front end for a few C notes... if you need the lagreger breaks (yada yada $$$$) an SC front end can be had for under 800..... call eric shea for the rear... 400 bones and you got new trailing arms with bearings bushings and 5 lug hubs done

you can get them for how much? C Notes...

I have already talked to eric, but since i didnt find a front i culdnt order the rear... so now i need to wait and see what i can find

Posted by: turboman808 Mar 23 2006, 08:16 AM

I'm just thinking...

Couldn't adding something like a spoon mirror, couldn't you then make a full side window and have enough room in the door to roll the window up and down completely.

Posted by: cbenitah Mar 25 2006, 05:37 PM

I walked down to Los Panchos today.. Still a little scary I must say.. Anyways. Wanted to see where they were with body work. I got some photos from Joe Buckle yesterday but they were a little fuzzy but great thanks to Joe for taking them They are done with the flares, rockers and rear bumper as of now. The front bumper needs more fitting, one side was way off alignment. So they are working on that and finishing all the welding. it was way more weldning than i expected but thats a good thing. So left to do is sanding everything smooth, some bondo and then paint. hopefully by next week I can enjoy a full day of assemble my car!

todays photos




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Posted by: cbenitah Mar 26 2006, 06:16 PM

Some say its as easy as changing battery on your flash light. To me this is the same as climbing to the top of mount everest.. As you can see I started with my engine today. I'm only changing out gaskets and seals and fix some minor parts while im in there.

First of all, I had to do this myself, dont know anyone who could help me.. So it took longer than I was expecting. I got some parts off already. Even got the clutch and flywheel, noted lots of oil behind the flywheel, is that normal or could that be the oil leak that I had?? I feel like a blind person looking for a dimond ring in a field of grass.. since I have no clue really what to do and more importantly, what not to do.

but here are some pics from today.

feel free to add your .02 about what to do etc..


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Posted by: john rogers Mar 27 2006, 11:56 AM

Well Chris, looks like it is coming along. I mentioned a lot of welding I think and it is always a good idea to see what is under the paint so you have an good idea of how much work goes into making one of our rust buckets look so good! Can't wait to see how the silver comes out.

Posted by: cbenitah Mar 27 2006, 07:54 PM

QUOTE (john rogers @ Mar 27 2006, 09:56 AM)

Well Chris, looks like it is coming along. I mentioned a lot of welding I think and it is always a good idea to see what is under the paint so you have an good idea of how much work goes into making one of our rust buckets look so good! Can't wait to see how the silver comes out.

Yea you were right. it was WAY more welding than I expected. However, I got a lil worried when I was down there now. when you were with me we asked them to strip the paint.. if they say its going to be ready by sunday how are they going to have time for that?

I will post pictures here when I picked it up.

If you aren't busy sunday you are more than welcome to follow me down there..

Posted by: john rogers Mar 27 2006, 08:10 PM

Let me know on Sat as the Mexicali race I was going to do this weekend has been canceled due to the pavement being too broke up. They might not strip it all but sand that top coat off or if they do strip it it with only two paint jobs it will take about 4 or 5 hours.

Posted by: cbenitah Apr 2 2006, 09:30 PM

Since I couldn't pick up the car today I worked on the engine for a few hours.
Did some major cleanup on it.. all you see took 3h.. and trust me i scrubbed alot

I found some areas where I need your help..

#1 In the first pic you see the main rear seal, it shouldn't be leaking that much right?
#2 how do I get the seal off?
#3 should I take it apart completly? (just trying to fix my oil leak)
#4 Tranny, should I even touch it? heard so many stories about messing it up..

I think putting it back together will be th emost difficult part. I am thinking replacing as much as possible when it comes to hoses and such, am I right?

I really need your help on this one. Thanks


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Posted by: Andyrew Apr 3 2006, 02:20 AM

Dude.. you need more cylanders...

Posted by: cbenitah Apr 3 2006, 03:29 PM

QUOTE (Andyrew @ Apr 3 2006, 12:20 AM)

Dude.. you need more cylanders...

As of now the 4 I got is giving me troubles as is.. wonder what 6 or 8 would do

Posted by: 914-8 Apr 3 2006, 03:34 PM

no, the rear main seal shouldn't be leaking that much. That think looks like it's totally gushing.

It also looks like the seal isn't sealing right - looks like it sitting in there and mating up to the crank oddly. Like the seal isn't in far enough. It doesn't look like the sealing surface on the seal is mating up to anything! It should ride on the crank surface, but it looks like it's basically just flapping in the wind.

Posted by: jd74914 Apr 3 2006, 04:01 PM

I just tore mine apart this weekend and that seal looks like its comming out. How did the flywheel look?

(If you're going to pull apart the case I would recomend putting in new bearing. If you do put in new bearings make sure you have a really big puller for the one on the crank. Sorry for the dissertation.)

Posted by: cbenitah Apr 3 2006, 05:58 PM

QUOTE (914-8 @ Apr 3 2006, 01:34 PM)

no, the rear main seal shouldn't be leaking that much. That think looks like it's totally gushing. It also looks like the seal isn't sealing right - looks like it sitting in there and mating up to the crank oddly. Like the seal isn't in far enough. It doesn't look like the sealing surface on the seal is mating up to anything! It should ride on the crank surface, but it looks like it's basically just flapping in the wind.

It is just a ring around everything, doesnt really touch anything.. And I dont know what the thin silver ring is (part of the seal?) I was hoping not to break the case open since I can't do so myself.. Can I replace this seal as is right now? you can see in the pictures how far I am in tearing it apart.

Posted by: Dr Evil Apr 3 2006, 06:50 PM

You can replace that seal as is right now. Also, do not lose the shims on the end of the crank. They are needed to set your flywheel and stuff.

Posted by: cbenitah Apr 3 2006, 08:36 PM

QUOTE (Dr Evil @ Apr 3 2006, 04:50 PM)

Also, do not lose the shims on the end of the crank. They are needed to set your flywheel and stuff.

could you draw in that in my pic? Me and the terminology is not best friends right now..

Posted by: Dr Evil Apr 3 2006, 09:09 PM

There are thin shims that stack into the gap between the crank end and the case. You can see it indicated by the arrows.

HTH


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Posted by: Aaron Cox Apr 3 2006, 09:45 PM

QUOTE (Dr Evil @ Apr 3 2006, 08:09 PM)

There are thin shims that stack into the gap between the crank end and the case. You can see it indicated by the arrows. HTH

uh... dont the shims go between the crank and the flywheel? IIRC they had the 5 boltholes in the....

Posted by: Dr Evil Apr 3 2006, 09:48 PM

Um, NO! The only thing like that is the shim that goes under the bolt heads when putting the flywheel on.

Posted by: Aaron Cox Apr 3 2006, 09:49 PM

QUOTE (Dr Evil @ Apr 3 2006, 08:48 PM)

Um, NO! The only thing like that is the shim that goes under the bolt heads when putting the flywheel on.

ahh.... now i remember right.... i was in my parts bin and found a bunch of the 5 bolt pattern washer things....

Posted by: Dr Evil Apr 3 2006, 09:56 PM

They are not for leak protection, they are to set the play of your crank shaft. If you are missing them that is a bad thing, but I bet they are there and hard to remove.

They are #9 in this pic.


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Posted by: Aaron Cox Apr 3 2006, 10:00 PM

QUOTE (Dr Evil @ Apr 3 2006, 08:56 PM)

They are not for leak protection, they are to set the play of your crank shaft. If you are missing them that is a bad thing, but I bet they are there and hard to remove. They are #9 in this pic.

i was referring to part 2 in my erroneus statement

Posted by: Dr Evil Apr 3 2006, 10:02 PM

Chris,
Take a magnet and put it where the arrows point. They should come out as I believe they are magnetic. Just store them and remember to put them back. Also, you will need new flywheel bolts as they are a one use only type of thing.

Posted by: cbenitah Apr 7 2006, 07:04 PM

Today I met Mark.. I have never learned so much in one day as I did today. NOW I get it... I may not know it but I do get it.. The engine is coming along and will get cleaned tomorrow. Here are the pics from todays work.

Oh, Los Panchos.. They have had my car for almost 5-6 weeks I think it is.. AND ITS NOT DONE. So they keep telling me next week next week.


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Posted by: maddeye Apr 7 2006, 07:11 PM

chris are you doing an engine rebuild now?


george

Posted by: cbenitah Apr 7 2006, 07:14 PM

QUOTE (maddeye @ Apr 7 2006, 05:11 PM)

chris are you doing an engine rebuild now? george

Looks more or less like it doesnt it.. Well, me and mark talked while working on it and I was eager to learn so we just keept taking parts off and he explained very well how and what not etc.. So it will be a "small" rebuild. no new parts just making sure the parts I have is ok to go basically.

Posted by: Dr Evil Apr 7 2006, 07:15 PM

You are very lucky you have Mark there. He is a very cool humanbeing

Posted by: cbenitah Apr 7 2006, 07:16 PM

QUOTE (Dr Evil @ Apr 7 2006, 05:15 PM)

You are very lucky you have Mark there. He is a very cool humanbeing

No kidding. he makes everything look so easy. and its not that difficult that I thought at first. But more work will come. Tomorrow we are cleaning EVERYTHING in his "machine" forgot what it was called..

Posted by: Twystd1 Apr 8 2006, 02:12 AM

Holy Shit Dr. Evil..

Mike, I didn't know you knew Mark..

Thats very kewl... Mark is a great guy.. purdy smart fella if ya ask me..

And opinionated like Jake. With a sense of humor like MikeZ and the care for people.. Like Slits.... (poor guy)

He has containers full of 914 and Type 4 stuff.
(and yes I have seen most of it..and the goods are for sale)

And he is a proficient Air Cooled mechanic. (plus he knows D & L jet)
He is also my favorite nut case. Kinda like me... But worse

By the way... if you guys need 914 parts or a good mechanic In San Diego for air cooled. Just mail him....... you can contact Mark at his e-mail address "Limerickenigma@yahoo.com"

By da way Christopher... Good job...
Like I told ya brother. Just keep the faith..

Clayton

Posted by: Dr Evil Apr 8 2006, 11:30 AM

Sorry Clayton,
I was thinking of a different Mark. I figured San Diego, helpfull, smarth guy = Mark G. Ah well, glad to see help is there anyway

Posted by: cbenitah Apr 8 2006, 08:39 PM

I'm blown away. Mark knows what he is talking about. So I went into this wanting a re seal for my oil leak. Today we almost finished a top end rebuilt. My valves are so shiny after some magic. Look at the difference in the parts from yesterday, today they are sooo clean.

More to come.


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Posted by: cbenitah Apr 9 2006, 10:12 PM

I biked down to our friends on the other side of the boarder today with mark.. Its coming along, the guy who worked on my car was sick for a week, so it is not finished. Closer but not yet there. they say next weekend. However its been next weekend the past three weeks now. Here are todays photos anyway


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Posted by: cbenitah Apr 9 2006, 10:15 PM

After Los Panchos we went straight to Marks place and worked on the engine until 8.30 pm.. It was a long day but got a bunch done. Everything is cleaned now, the tin is painted and looks very nice. I didnt get to take any pictures of the most part of it since it was dark when we stoped working. But it is getting there on the engine side too. Mark helped me weld my heater boxes so they don't rattle any longer. Man do they look good painted.

Thanks again Mark for helping me!!


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Posted by: Dr Evil Apr 9 2006, 10:21 PM

Jeez,
I wish I knew Mark last year when I was there and rushing to get my car together

Los Panchos is one of those places where some times you wonder if it is worth the savings. The work is good enough, but the time frame sometimes sucks. Most of the dealings that I have heard of from guys that dealt with shops on this side of the boarder are about the same, though. It must be a budget painter thing

Posted by: cbenitah Apr 9 2006, 10:27 PM

QUOTE (Dr Evil @ Apr 9 2006, 08:21 PM)

Jeez, I wish I knew Mark last year when I was there and rushing to get my car together Los Panchos is one of those places where some times you wonder if it is worth the savings. The work is good enough, but the time frame sometimes sucks. Most of the dealings that I have heard of from guys that dealt with shops on this side of the boarder are about the same, though. It must be a budget painter thing

Mark is a stand up guy who works his a$$ of for you. But he is very careful about teaching me and letting me doing most of the work. Thats what I want and need. To be able to work on my car or at least have an understanding about it. Which in three days now is so much more than 9 months without that help..

Los Panchos does good job, look at my targa trim, or where it used to be. Now its gone, no more trim.. Looks very good.

Posted by: Aaron Cox Apr 9 2006, 10:46 PM

re: targa trim -

A) can i have your old stuff?
B ) you realize you now have nowhere for the 3 sided Rubber targa seal to sit on now.....

Posted by: SirAndy Apr 9 2006, 10:56 PM

QUOTE (Aaron Cox @ Apr 9 2006, 08:46 PM)

you realize you now have nowhere for the 3 sided Rubber targa seal to sit on now.....

huh?

Posted by: cbenitah Apr 9 2006, 10:57 PM

QUOTE (SirAndy @ Apr 9 2006, 08:56 PM)

QUOTE (Aaron Cox @ Apr 9 2006, 08:46 PM) you realize you now have nowhere for the 3 sided Rubber targa seal to sit on now..... huh?

I feel the same... Dont really know what Mr Aaron mean here. anyone got a pic of what he is talking about??

Posted by: Aaron Cox Apr 9 2006, 11:00 PM

QUOTE (SirAndy @ Apr 9 2006, 09:56 PM)

QUOTE (Aaron Cox @ Apr 9 2006, 08:46 PM) you realize you now have nowhere for the 3 sided Rubber targa seal to sit on now..... huh?

the 3 sided rear targa seal (6" side pieces, stretches along the back of the targa) ala SAMMY Seal etc...

rests on the CHROME trim that he REMOVED

Posted by: Aaron Cox Apr 9 2006, 11:02 PM

this SEAL rests on the rear targa CHROME that he REMOVED



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Posted by: SirAndy Apr 9 2006, 11:06 PM

QUOTE (Aaron Cox @ Apr 9 2006, 10:00 PM)

rests on the CHROME trim that he REMOVED

hmmmm, not on my car ...

it might touch the top of the chrome, but it sits on the targa bar top ...
Andy

Posted by: Aaron Cox Apr 9 2006, 11:08 PM

QUOTE (SirAndy @ Apr 9 2006, 10:06 PM)

QUOTE (Aaron Cox @ Apr 9 2006, 10:00 PM) rests on the CHROME trim that he REMOVED hmmmm, not on my car ... it might touch the top of the chrome, but it sits on the targa bar top ... Andy

pull the rear chrome piece... and you will see what i mean... how much of it is resting on the targa bar?

maybe im on crack

Posted by: SirAndy Apr 9 2006, 11:13 PM

QUOTE (Aaron Cox @ Apr 9 2006, 10:08 PM)

how much of it is resting on the targa bar?

quite a lot ...

i paid a lot of attention to my targa top and the seal as i was trying to make it water-proof and sound-proof and get rid of the "squiiiek" ...

at least on my car, the rear seal sits mostly on the targa bar and just the outer edge, kind of rolled up rubber lip, barely touches the top of the chrome trim ...

Andy

PS: BUT, as well all know, not all 914s are created equal.
plus, i'm using a late model top on an early car. while they're quite different, i didn't think the overall length was different.
maybe it is?

Posted by: craig downs Apr 9 2006, 11:31 PM

Hmm My seal seems to set right on top of the chrome trim.
Oh and Aaron I got a extra set of chrome targa trim to if you want it

Posted by: Aaron Cox Apr 9 2006, 11:32 PM

QUOTE (craig downs @ Apr 9 2006, 10:31 PM)

Hmm My seal seems to set right on top of the chrome trim. Oh and Aaron I got a extra set of chrome targa trim to if you want it

ok - so either craig and i smoke crack together or we are correctomundo

craig- awesome! ill send ya pm later....

im out. 8am clase

Posted by: Twystd1 Apr 10 2006, 01:15 AM

Christopher,

Dude, your car is coming along nicely.

Did Los Panchos hit you up for extra bucks?

AND:

Whats your time frame for getting the engine back together?

Clayton

PS: I will either be down thursday or next next Sunday..
This is if I get back from palm springs in time.

Posted by: cbenitah Apr 10 2006, 07:57 AM

QUOTE (Twystd1 @ Apr 9 2006, 11:15 PM)

Christopher, Dude, your car is coming along nicely. Did Los Panchos hit you up for extra bucks? AND: Whats your time frame for getting the engine back together? Clayton PS: I will either be down thursday or next next Sunday.. This is if I get back from palm springs in time.

I will think that it should be assembled this coming weekend. I hope anyways, since we got so much done this past weekend.

LP? I gave the guy workin on the car a lil something.

Posted by: Dr Evil Apr 10 2006, 08:07 AM

Be careful when "rushing" them. They will want to please you at the cost of quality. I did not rush them on any of the cars that I had done, but on mine they were in a hurry to please me even though I told them (like I always did) that, "No tengo prisa. Solamente quero lo ser perfecto porfavor. Tienes tiempo." (I am not in a hurry. I just want it to be perfect please. You have time.)

I have found little things on my car that kinda pissed me off. Mainly because I do not live there any more and can not have them fix it. They will fix things if they are not right. The guy who did my mom's '74 VW bus didnt get the rust off of some spots before painting and it started to bubble through. Well, she took it down and had them fix it for free. She is MY mom and does speak fluent spanish, but I think that they would do it for any valued customer.

Posted by: cbenitah Apr 10 2006, 08:11 AM

QUOTE (Dr Evil @ Apr 10 2006, 06:07 AM)

Be careful when "rushing" them. They will want to please you at the cost of quality. I did not rush them on any of the cars that I had done, but on mine they were in a hurry to please me even though I told them (like I always did) that, "No tengo prisa. Solamente quero lo ser perfecto porfavor. Tienes tiempo." (I am not in a hurry. I just want it to be perfect please. You have time.) I have found little things on my car that kinda pissed me off. Mainly because I do not live there any more and can not have them fix it. They will fix things if they are not right. The guy who did my mom's '74 VW bus didnt get the rust off of some spots before painting and it started to bubble through. Well, she took it down and had them fix it for free. She is MY mom and does speak fluent spanish, but I think that they would do it for any valued customer.

I am not planning on rushing them.. Its taken this long already, I can wait a little longer. They already missed a couple of spots that I saw yesterday. So they have to go back and fix that too..

Posted by: cbenitah Apr 20 2006, 03:21 PM

So back to the board, do not have internet at home any longer. getting it on wed.
I do have updates on the car for now.


(but first) What does Email -------> menas?? does posts dissapear?



The car is finished! painted and shiny

Engine is coming along, I ended up doing a top end rebuild and fixing some smaller issues.

Pics will come when I get internet again. I hope I can be on the road next weekend! Lunch?

Posted by: Headrage Apr 20 2006, 03:57 PM

Pics will come when I get internet again. I hope I can be on the road next weekend! Lunch?





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Yep, lunch at Slit's place on the 30th. Say noonish?

Posted by: Hybrid_Teener Apr 20 2006, 04:23 PM

I can't wait 'till "next time I internet" !!!

Posted by: cbenitah Apr 24 2006, 09:17 PM

So I got my car today! WOW, sorry I had only my phone, vbetter pics are on their way later thisweek. I'm sitting two blocks down just so I could post this pic. No INternet until Wednesday

hope you like it


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Posted by: Headrage Apr 24 2006, 10:05 PM

Wow, that looks really great.

I can't wait to too full size pics.

Posted by: Always Looking Apr 24 2006, 10:28 PM

Hi Cris, Looking sweet (I love the silver), you've come a long way from pre-pimp my ride days. Keep it up.

Dan

Posted by: cbenitah Apr 25 2006, 01:08 AM

let me just put on more of the parts, lights, rubber etc. then you'll get a good glimpse on what it will look like. too bad my wheels are wayyy skinny for those flares haha. if anyone got loaner pair until june i'd be happy to borrow them. a friend asked if i wanted any wheels for dirt cheap. why not i said.

any suggestions on make? front will be: 225-17-40(45?) rear: 255-17-40(35?) i will get them once i recop from this. prolly mid june.. 5lug here we come

Posted by: john rogers Apr 25 2006, 09:37 AM

Hot damm Chris, that is looking great. You picked a good color, Mercedes silver wasn't it?

Posted by: Brian Mifsud Apr 25 2006, 09:46 AM

Cris,

car really looks nice. Cool touch with the riveted-on flares.


Do you mind sharing with us the itemized total on the bill? Work done?

Thanks

Brian

Posted by: Aaron Cox Apr 25 2006, 10:15 AM

chris - wha 17" wheels with porsche bolt pattern are you gonna get ?

Posted by: Hybrid_Teener Apr 25 2006, 11:03 AM

, I'm interested in how much that kind of work cost ya..

Also, I think you should paint the rivets black. just my .o2

Posted by: cbenitah Apr 25 2006, 01:02 PM

''
Actually no. I went down and changed the color to a Porsche color... its in this thread on one of these pages. 2005 GT Silver Metallic. I love the color.

As for the rivits. They may be black further on but as of now no, just b/c of the door handles are still chrome so they look good together.

17" you said Aaron. I haven't decided. But probably some turbo twists. Not sure if I want the BBS racing look but thats yet to be decided. Any suggestions?!

Posted by: cbenitah Apr 25 2006, 01:06 PM

I will do my best.

total bill was $3860

Work done:

Fitting 916 bumpers, GT Flares and rockers. Fixing all my rust, inside and outside. Taking of the chrome trims of the rear of the targa as well as grinding away the "flap" that the trim sits on. Fixing the waves on the side of the car. they spend alot of work on that.

I think that's it for now. I probably remember more as I go on.

Posted by: cbenitah Apr 25 2006, 08:41 PM

Did some more work on the car today. I installed front/rear trunk weather striping as well as both doors. My PO had painted the car WITH the striping on so it is ALL red. so now I have to get new ones. Well, I have to do so anyways but I was hoping it wasn't that bad as it is. But I painted it for now since I need the car ASAP.


I had some issues trying to mount this piece, don't know the name of it. But for the front window where the targa sits, should there be 2 weather seals and the black ??? that has the sun visors on it. If anyone got a picture on how to it would be great.

Back to work tomorrow again. and yes, more pics will come later this week. Waiting for the sun to kick in


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Posted by: maddeye Apr 25 2006, 09:01 PM

chris the color looks great


i'm thinking of taking mine down there, how much did you strip off the car?

from what you left did they mask off or just paint over , such as your wiring harness?



as cost goes can you break down paint , rust repair , body mods? just wondering to guesstimate what mine will run..


Thanks George

also are you going to the g &r bbq in riverside this weekend? if so bring the car, even if your towing it

Posted by: cbenitah Apr 25 2006, 10:25 PM

I can't this weekend. [UNLESS all of you want to help me getting the engine in and running ] I will finish the engine and get it in the car. Too bad, but it has to be done. Then I'll be crusing around for BBQ's all over Cali.

A break down, basically look at my car before and after and you will have a good view. I did more work on it down there than most guys have done I think. They know its time consuming therefore price is up a little higher now than before. I think they said 800-1500 for paint only. Not sure though.

Posted by: Andyrew Apr 25 2006, 11:15 PM

Looks great! black rivets would look good.

17's would look good. 225 45 17's with 255 40 17's Need 8.5in rims for the rear. fyi.

Andrew

Posted by: cbenitah Apr 25 2006, 11:31 PM

so would I go 7 and 8.5?

I thought I needed 8's and 9's

if I go black rivets I feel like I need black wheels too.. just my .02

Posted by: cbenitah Apr 26 2006, 02:57 AM

oh yea, here are a pic I took sunday. Starting to look good


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Posted by: Brad Roberts May 5 2006, 06:19 PM

Cris,

I'm going to have a complete 9146 5 lug setup from a factory six ready next week if you want it. The brake pads are good and it has Koni Adjustable shocks.

This is complete front and rear setup.

Let me know...

I also want to know why you were pulled over down there. I'm hoping it didnt have anything to do with my trailer.


B

Posted by: cbenitah May 18 2006, 11:33 PM

Its not moving much forward. Got the engine yesterday. Have done a top end rebuild. Now its sitting waiting to go in the car. May be driving in September

Posted by: cbenitah May 18 2006, 11:34 PM

One more


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Posted by: Dr Evil May 18 2006, 11:57 PM

Put a rag in the oil fill port.

Posted by: cbenitah May 19 2006, 12:00 AM

the engine is inside. Do i still need to do that?

Posted by: East coaster May 19 2006, 06:06 AM

More body pics please! I'm painting mine same color next weekend (hopefully) and I need inspiration.

Looks great!

Posted by: Dr Evil May 19 2006, 06:11 AM

You should mask it over to keep crap out. Its not hard. Its the same as you putting the bags in the intakes.

Posted by: Brad Roberts May 19 2006, 09:55 AM

Cris,

lets chat this evening. I'll know more about the shop situtation.


B

Posted by: cbenitah May 19 2006, 12:14 PM

ok, sounds good. Give me a call or a time you'd want me to call..


Haven't had time to take pics, want to wait until I can drive it. So we shall see when.. Its a great color though.

A rag is going in tonight then..

Posted by: Brad Roberts May 24 2006, 11:56 PM

Cris,

I ordered:

Oil filter
fan belt
spark plugs
intake boots
fuel filter

All the above will arrive by 9am

They didnt have in SD:

Plug wires
One cone screw for shift linkage

Contact SEan about the cross bar.

We will need CV gaskets also along with new CV bolt washers.
I'll order those tonight also.

I already have the intake gaskets. I'll give you those.

Not sure what you want to do about the tranny mounts. I would run the WEVO mounts, but they are pricey (best in breed however)

B

Posted by: cbenitah May 25 2006, 12:07 AM

Thanks Brad!

How much is Pricey? Do I just need a simple stock one if I can find one? (hint hint guys)
GO with whatever you feel is needed. I am fine with what works, nothing fancy is needed for this right now.

Again Brad thanks for your help

Posted by: Brad Roberts May 25 2006, 12:14 AM

Maybe someone will see the thread and give you the info on the cheapy square tube solid mounts. I can make them, I just dont have time.


B

Posted by: Aaron Cox May 25 2006, 12:26 AM

chris. welt solid mounts rock for the price. still offer some dampening....

hockey puck type material. bout 50 bucks a pair

Posted by: Brad Roberts May 25 2006, 12:29 AM

Aaron,

can you send me the pics you and Clayton shot up at the 914 guy's house here in SD? He has something like 9 tubs??


B

Posted by: Aaron Cox May 25 2006, 12:37 AM

i dont have em.... clayton does i think. he is en communicado...


i can tell you all about his place tho. photgraphic memory.

call me if you want.
951 833 5311

Posted by: cbenitah May 25 2006, 09:55 AM

Where? Do they have to be welded?

Posted by: Aaron Cox May 25 2006, 10:38 AM

what???

they bolt in dude.

pelican sells em.
"solid transmission mounts"

Posted by: Brad Roberts May 25 2006, 10:38 AM

No no.. Weltmeister solid trans mounts

The parts came in. I'll pick them up this evening. Let me know where to drop them off, or if you can pick them up from the shop this evening. I'm going to pull apart a 912 engine for them tonight, but could drop the parts of afterwards.


B

Posted by: cbenitah May 25 2006, 10:43 AM

the boomerang looking part right. I got confused since you spoke about mounts inside the engine bay last night. I will be at the rink until 9.30 tonight, I can swing by the shop if you are there that late?

Posted by: Aaron Cox May 25 2006, 10:44 AM

the boomerang is your EXHAUST hanger.....


how does your trans mount to the tub. with trans mounts....

these go on the back of the transm on top of the "ears" and connect it to the body

Posted by: cbenitah May 25 2006, 10:49 AM

got it...

911 Sport Mount, Can Be Used As 914 Transmission Mounts, 2 Per Car, 914 1.7/1.8/2.0 (1970-76), 914-6 (1970-72), Each
Brand: Meistersatz [Photo]


911-375-043-07-M61 $27.00

I like the price on this one... ok choice?

Posted by: Brad Roberts May 25 2006, 12:11 PM

They require drilling. They dont fit the tub correctly, but you can use them. I'll order them today and have them in an hour or so. We will need them next week when we stab the engine and trans into the tub.

Contact Sean about the exhaust hanger and a 1.8 Bursch muffler.


B

Posted by: cbenitah May 25 2006, 01:32 PM

Oh great. I found my muffler, looks very bad though, but I think I can use it. Maybe I should chec and see if there is one I could possibly use for backup.. When are you leaving the shop tonight?

Posted by: Brad Roberts May 25 2006, 02:15 PM

I will leave around 9pm. It will only take about 2 hours to take apart the 912 engine.

Find a used Bursch for cheap.. You will thank me later.

Where is the rink? I'll come down and hang out with the MILF's


B

Posted by: Aaron Cox May 25 2006, 02:27 PM

rofl brad...

"whats that scent you are wearing?"

"Porsche- 912"

Posted by: cbenitah May 25 2006, 02:41 PM

The rink is in the food court inside the mall, you can acess it either from the mall or from the back of the rink, by sears and sports chalet entrance.. I will be on the ice, otherwise I'll be by my new desk inside the box office

Bursch, ok, I'll look around and see what I can find

Anyone

Posted by: cbenitah May 25 2006, 02:56 PM

$270+tax for a bursch.. are they available used?

Posted by: Aaron Cox May 25 2006, 04:41 PM

thats almost triad territory...

whats wrong with your stock one? does MeM have one?

Posted by: Headrage May 25 2006, 04:57 PM

I put a $150.00 Sebring on my 2 liter after I rebuilt it. Looks, sounds and rusts like a Bursch but much cheaper.

Pelican has em http://www.pelicanparts.com/catalog/shopcart/9144/POR_9144_EXHmuf_pg1.htm.

Posted by: cbenitah May 25 2006, 05:39 PM

MeM?

I think its still where I was building the engine in the first place, not sure. Anyway its rusty and oily.. I'll consult with brad about what I should or should not use..

Posted by: Brad Roberts May 25 2006, 05:52 PM

The Sebring would work fine, but our chances of finding a used Bursch are pretty good here in this area.

Aaron?

Have you figured out Cris isnt from this country? and know's very little about 914's?? LOL I barely understand your abbreviations for all these "parts". How in the HELL do you expect a newbie here on a school/sports Visa to know what you are talking about?? LOL


B

Posted by: cbenitah May 25 2006, 06:02 PM

Brad, LOL
you said it all.. I think that was an awesome description.. Right on the money!

AA: I barely speak english here

Posted by: Hammy May 25 2006, 06:24 PM

ayuuup i'm from here and English is my only language and I can barely understand what Aarons talking about sometimes

Posted by: Aaron Cox May 25 2006, 06:26 PM

ROFL.... im giving chris tough love LOL.

MeM - the 'dude' who is building his engine. and the guy who posts as MeMthemerciful..... (mark e mayes)

Posted by: maddeye May 25 2006, 06:39 PM

Aaron stay on topic, i still can't understand you

Posted by: cbenitah May 25 2006, 06:43 PM

Aa needs a dictionary made up for the rest of us.. then its easy to refer to page 320 if we are confused

Posted by: Aaron Cox May 25 2006, 06:45 PM

quit ragging my ass. i explained the MeM reference.......the guy who built YOUR motor... and thats his screenname.

Posted by: cbenitah May 25 2006, 07:04 PM

haha, I understood that.. I will look elsewhere though

Posted by: rhodyguy May 25 2006, 07:25 PM

you guys went thru all that for a good, reasonably priced used bursch for 2.0/4 he's?

k

Posted by: Brad Roberts May 26 2006, 12:39 AM

It's worse than that Kevin:

We are looking for a used Bursch for 1.8 HE's!

Now, if Cris doesnt get mad, I'm going to ask out one of his Swedish girlfriends

She is a hottie!

B

Posted by: cbenitah May 26 2006, 12:48 AM

Thanks for coming over with the parts Brad...

She is cute, she was also my roommate for 6 months.. Andshe did get excited about AX... Enjoy SF and I'll try to do something this weekend with all the parts I have now

Posted by: Brad Roberts May 26 2006, 01:09 AM

Same room or different room ?? LOL

I thought she was pretty cool. Very nice young lady.


B

Posted by: cbenitah May 26 2006, 01:14 AM

well................ a one bed room apartment.. two beds though (sometimes)

Posted by: Dr Evil May 26 2006, 01:17 AM

Posted by: cbenitah May 26 2006, 01:18 AM

hahah... hmm.. lemme see, one day maybe

Posted by: Brad Roberts May 26 2006, 01:23 AM

How fast do you want your car done?? ha ha

I know damn well she is sitting there with you.. snap a pic of her with yuor camera phone!!


B

Posted by: cbenitah May 26 2006, 01:37 AM

I don't think Andy would like my answer then..

Here is one from last weekend (next to her is Rebecca, my choice)


(brad meet the girl on the left)


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Posted by: Brad Roberts May 26 2006, 01:43 AM

Andy,

It looks like I wont be able to make it...LOL

Let her know I want to ask her out. See if she will go out with a "old guy"


LOL


Goodnight

Posted by: mike_the_man May 26 2006, 10:09 AM

Is this the 914 Dating Club now? Would you mind sending some of them hotties up north to Canada? I'll pay shipping!

Posted by: Dr Evil May 26 2006, 10:14 AM

Brad, age is not what you need to worry about, its your looks

Posted by: KELTY360 May 26 2006, 10:54 AM

Man, am I ever proud to be a Swede! We rock

Posted by: Headrage May 27 2006, 07:41 PM

Het Chris,

Here's your http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/914-Porsche-Bursch-Tuned-Exhaust_W0QQitemZ8068191151QQcategoryZ33630QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem...

Posted by: jd74914 May 28 2006, 07:50 AM

1.7 and 1.8 have the same exhausts. Its the 2.0's that are different.

Posted by: Headrage Jun 3 2006, 04:30 PM

Chris,

If you're talking about the ones that go on the front and rear of the engine compartment I think they are nla.

I could only find the ones for the sides.

Posted by: Aaron Cox Jun 3 2006, 04:47 PM

engine bay seals? 1 front, 2 sides, and a rear seal.

the rear IS NLA

Posted by: cbenitah Jun 3 2006, 04:52 PM

AA was waiting for you to shime in.. But not on AOL so I couldnt ask directly dumb question... do I need them all?

Posted by: maddeye Jun 3 2006, 09:35 PM

chris any update shots?

Posted by: cbenitah Jun 5 2006, 04:38 PM

Engine Seal will come in tomorrow. Now I am excited and hopefully I havent forgot anything..

Posted by: cbenitah Jun 6 2006, 02:00 PM

Wow, GPR are fast.. Came home and as they said, it will be there before lunch. Walked in with the lunch in my hand and saw the box. for GPR Parts!!

Yesterday I finished the inside of the car, door panels back on, and all that good stuff.. It looks great BTW, and pics are coming. Just waiting for my first drive..

Posted by: Always Looking Aug 7 2006, 04:53 PM

Hey Cris, Whats the status?

Posted by: cbenitah Aug 7 2006, 05:07 PM

It is coming along, no Pictures as of now, but the engine went in the car last weekend, I will update as soon as its driving..

Posted by: Always Looking Aug 7 2006, 05:11 PM

Glad to here there is progress. when driving, you'll have to come by for a run to Hooters.

They have great wings.

Posted by: cbenitah Aug 7 2006, 08:15 PM

Oh, forgot to mention...

I do have calipers/vented rotors for my 5 lug already done and Rich Johnson is working on my Konis.. I am excited about the setup he is providing,

Shall I say Red Calipers

Posted by: Aaron Cox Aug 7 2006, 10:19 PM

TEASE!!!

where are the pics flippin swede? LOL

"flippen swede ya!"

Posted by: cbenitah Aug 7 2006, 11:13 PM

Rich send me a pic of the Calipers.. They look GUUUUUD. But I will post once they are on the car.

Right now I'm lost when it comes to wheels, Can't make up my mind. Anyone here using the 2001 Boxster Wheels? Would like to see them on a car before I make up my mind..

Flippin.. equal to freaking? AA you and your surf terms...

Posted by: Headrage Jan 6 2007, 01:36 PM

Well?

Posted by: cbenitah Jan 6 2007, 01:40 PM

well?
I got all my parts, got my wheels picked out, they are in my bed room waiting to be mounted. Right now I'm just waiting for B to call me back and set up a time to get it going.

Pics will come when I have finished it

Posted by: Zaney Oct 11 2007, 05:31 PM

Any pics or progress?
If so, please endulge us.
Thanks!

Nate

Posted by: Headrage Oct 11 2007, 06:22 PM

IIRC, he's got the car up for sale.

Posted by: cbenitah May 5 2009, 02:11 AM

WOW




Well, its been a while since i have been on the club site and i now return to tell you my amazing story of the day!

I finally drove my car! Its been about 4 years since i last drove it and i remember having 2 working cylinders, bad suspension and a red car. Now the car is perfect for me, yes still under powered by a lot, needs a large engine, but oh man what a sweet car. After having different types of events i bought a 2002 boxster s and love that car! Although the drive today was by far better than driving the boxster!

Brad helped me finish up the car Sunday and today i drove from LA to SF roughly 400 miles or so. The koni adjustable was a bit hard at first, and it wasnt until i twisted them all they way to firm that they became good. not sure why but now they are perfect for driving, it corners like a dream

The boxster S muffler looks and sounds great! I am really glad i made B go thru the hard work of getting it to fit thanks btw!

I have so much to say but its hard, all i can say is AMAZING!!! Finally driving the project car i started with in 2005 was a great ending...

since the car will be FOR SALE starting now...




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Posted by: Gint May 5 2009, 06:49 AM

Wow! Haven't heard from you in a long time! Grats on finishing the car, but too bad you have to sell it. Put an ad in the classified section.

Posted by: Zaney May 5 2009, 09:18 AM

Nice car!!!

What engine ended up in it? No SubY?

Nate

Posted by: cbenitah May 5 2009, 10:46 AM

No Suby unfortunately. Like I said i ended up with the boxster and am happy with that. Living downtown SF doesn't make much sense to have one car, so two is out of the question. Yes the car should have a larger engine but the re built 1.8 is really strong and I had fun driving it the 500+ miles I did Sunday/Monday.

Posted by: Derek Seymour May 5 2009, 02:13 PM

Awesome!!! Those rims look great!

Bummer it's going up for sale for you but somone is going to get a great looking car!

Posted by: cbenitah May 5 2009, 08:29 PM

Thanks, i love how it looks and it drives even better. I will make it all shiny shortly and take real photos and then place in the classifieds. I hope someone who cares for it buys it * hint hint *