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Posted by: thewheel69 Apr 19 2006, 08:58 PM

I hope you all bear with me on this question...

Posted by: Dan (Almaden Valley) Apr 19 2006, 09:05 PM

" Jou don need no stinkin' badges"

I personally like the clean, smooth stock appearance of no badge. I removed the one that was on my car and had the holes filled when I did repaint.

Besides if they need the badge to figure out what it is, it doesn't much matter does it?


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Posted by: thewheel69 Apr 19 2006, 09:20 PM

What a beauty! Thanks...

I guess I should add my front end pic too!

Posted by: Heeltoe914 Apr 19 2006, 09:21 PM

I am thinking the same do I wont to add the badge? I just ordered a badge from the 70s that is in great shape and looks as gold as I remmenber from the 70s. lets see what othrers think. But I will say if you do Try and put one of that erra???? (spelling of a 914 owner)

Posted by: (*)(*) Apr 19 2006, 09:22 PM

I prefer to use stickers in place of badges....less chance of some crackhead taking a screwdriver to them and prying them off....

They also can be peeled off and changed when ya gets tired of them...

Posted by: So.Cal.914 Apr 19 2006, 09:26 PM

It's one of the few things that the factory forgot to put on. I 've added a bunch of crap to mine, but none gave me as much of a thrill as that stupid badge. It's one addition that I get to see.
P.S. Beauty, Nice color

Posted by: 914-8 Apr 19 2006, 09:30 PM

I had to fill in the holes drilled by the previous owner to restore my hood to it's factory smooth, clean, unblemished surface.

The 914 was born without a badge. The factory didn't forget to put one on, it was left off intentionally and is part of the unique history of the 914.

Everyone drilled their hoods and added one during the insecure NARP 70's (along with PORSCHE rocker panels, PORSCHE rear reflectors, PORSCHE side stripes, etc. etc. etc.)

Yours is a rare escapee! 30+ years. Don't be the one to sully its hood after all this time.

Posted by: anthony Apr 19 2006, 09:37 PM

I say go badgeless just because almost everybody has put the Porsche crest on their 914.

Posted by: trekkor Apr 19 2006, 09:49 PM

First step with both of mine was, put on badge.

I like 'em. I won't try to convince you to.
If I end up with your car somehow, one's going on.


KT

Posted by: iamchappy Apr 19 2006, 09:56 PM

They need to be put in the right spot, I've seen some mounted to high on the lid which is not appealing to me.
I just drilled my hood for my fuel door and my bling limited edition chrome badge which is going to look great on my black 914 turbo gt.

Posted by: So.Cal.914 Apr 19 2006, 10:23 PM

Well I guess he told me.

"insecure NARP 70's...... "

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Apr 19 2006, 10:31 PM

I like mine with the badge.


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Posted by: Rand Apr 20 2006, 12:07 AM

I like the looks of the badge on my gloss black hood. But if/when I repaint I won't be putting it back on. It's not important to me.

The poll is interesting, but do what YOU like.

Posted by: JOHNMAN Apr 20 2006, 01:01 AM

Why all the Porsche badges? Doesn't anyone put the VW badge on the hood?

Posted by: lotus_65 Apr 20 2006, 06:35 AM

the badge, especially on a black car, is undenyably cool.

but i think the only time others need to know what you have is while they try and get a glimpse of your disappearing tail!

Posted by: mcbain77 Apr 20 2006, 06:57 AM

Badge or no badge - That ride is sick!!!!

Posted by: tod914 Apr 20 2006, 07:04 AM

Pass on the badge. If they want to know what it is, they can look at the engine stamp.

Posted by: ptravnic Apr 20 2006, 07:22 AM

I prefer the badge, or rather, to let my insecurities be on public display...

Posted by: balljoint Apr 20 2006, 07:59 AM

Me like both. My car has one, and I like it that way. I also like that some people don't have one and don't want one.





............of course if you are concerned about the weight aspect then..........

Posted by: MW 914 Apr 20 2006, 08:07 AM

I don't think the badge really does squat one way or the other. Mine has one, I like it. If mine didn't have one, I wouldn't even really notice nor would I put one on. Sorta like I won't put in any extra effort to take it off. Looks good either way


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Posted by: Elliot Cannon Apr 20 2006, 10:36 AM

Actually, cars with badges are faster.

Elliot

Posted by: Spoke Apr 20 2006, 10:41 AM

I like the badge on the hood. Will do the same with the green 74.

Spoke



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Posted by: 1970 Neun vierzehn Apr 20 2006, 10:43 AM

How many "crest" polls do we need?

Posted by: effutuo101 Apr 20 2006, 10:43 AM

I have a rear reflector on mine. But when I go with the 916 bumpers, that is coming off. I like the stickers on flared cars. I will copy some members and put stickers behind the flares ala Ferrari. And I really liked a small Porsche sticker on a license plate at RCC last year. Was that Fergs? Since nobody seems to read the Huge PORSCHE on the back reflector anyway and want to tell me what a cool Ferrari I am driving, I think I will let them guess from the back and IF they pass me, they can read or assume. It all boils down to personal choice.

Posted by: 914-8 Apr 20 2006, 11:25 AM

Before (with crest) and after (without).

Now c'mon, which looks better?










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Posted by: Heeltoe914 Apr 20 2006, 06:25 PM

In the 70s Dealers where adding the Badge right on the showroom floor so its not really a none OEM addition. I say do what you like it wont change the final sale 1 cent.

Posted by: Gint Apr 20 2006, 08:38 PM

I prefer my 914's nekkid

Posted by: JPB Apr 20 2006, 08:44 PM

Ib joo hab a singel playz to pud dat ting, its gotta be on da hood you know, like a Ferarri! Ledem know joo godda Porrrcha an let dem azholes sing iz no Porcha!!

Alcohol induced wisdom, let the words ring.

Posted by: john grier Apr 22 2006, 08:24 PM

No to BADGES!!!
My yeller has one on it now from the PO but when it's time to paint it will not be there.
Letters on the engine grill OK
Letters on the rocker panels NOT

Posted by: Pat Garvey Apr 23 2006, 02:15 PM

Nope - no badge. The Factory didn't see fit to put it on anything but pre-production 914's so I wouldn't do it either. If you do, use the decal-type - don't drill holes you may regret later.

Posted by: ewdysar Apr 25 2006, 01:12 PM

The one with the clear lenses... I don't think that the badge matters one way or the other.

Eric

Posted by: Air_Cooled_Nut Apr 25 2006, 02:04 PM

whoa.

Smooth seats look nice! Thanks for posting your car, I'll add to my list of things to my car: Re-upholster seats with smooth leather -- no basket weaves or bumpy textures.

Posted by: drewvw Apr 25 2006, 02:57 PM

ironically, I put in a large order at Pelican today and debated whether it was worth it to shell out an extra 45 bones for one of those "orange" hood crests.

I decided against....for now.

Posted by: lotus_65 Apr 25 2006, 08:03 PM

i like the silver crests. i'd put one on my toolbox.

Posted by: turboman808 Aug 18 2006, 04:49 PM

I'm gonna badge mine at some point. Getting sick of people saying "Hey nice Fiat".

Posted by: SLITS Aug 18 2006, 04:58 PM

Actually Skypilot, the induced drag caused by the mounting of triangular shaped object on the otherwise smooth surface of the wing severly disrupts airflow by causing eddies and turbulence which in turn decreases the forward speed by a significant amount. This concept is exemplified by howFUCHIN' SLOW YOU ARE DRIVING and displays your insecurity as to your real identity.

This in turn, as you well know, leads to stalling 'cause you can't maintain sufficient airspeed to produce the required lift toKEEP YOUR FAT ASS OFF THE TARMAC.























I don't remember if my car has one or not.

Posted by: zen motorcycle Aug 18 2006, 04:58 PM

If you want to see a green one with the badge on stop by


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Posted by: sixnotfour Aug 18 2006, 05:06 PM

seeing how you paid a whole five bucks for it probably Not.

Posted by: ztbell Aug 18 2006, 05:22 PM

!GOT TO SHOW YOU NO STINKING BADGES!

Posted by: mikez Aug 18 2006, 09:43 PM

Sounds like FAT BOY SLITS is off his meds agin....


I just printed up a 1.7 badge for my new ride....

Posted by: D1A3 Aug 18 2006, 10:46 PM

I'm OK with existing badges on hoods, but think if you do not have one, you should preserve the originality.

I wanted a badge too. My solution... I put a front license plate on with a genuine crest in the middle. It is a "Slimline" style and they come in black or chrome and match up well on the front bumper. You can get them at any dealership or Porsche Shop and they are a "Genuine Porsche" product.



--Jason

Posted by: RickS Aug 19 2006, 12:27 AM

Who cares? Do what you think looks good to you.

Personally, I like 'em with and without depending on the car/color. My car came with one already installed, and its fine. If I had my druthers, I wouldn't have added it but will not delete it.


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Posted by: tracks914 Aug 19 2006, 08:06 AM

I Used 2 sided body moulding tape to attach my badge. (hasn't moved in 3 years and if someone wanted it that bad it wouldn't damage the hood if they pryed it off)If I want it off it can come off without leaving holes or marks. If this tape existed in the 70's all the dealers would have knocked off the studs and just used tape.
I say badge if you like.

Posted by: PanelBilly Aug 19 2006, 11:23 AM

I don't care very much about the front crest. Both ways looks good to me, but I do like when the back side identifies the engine. If you did all the work (or paid someone to do it) to modify the stuff we can't see, let us know whats under that hood. AFTER we catch up to you.

Posted by: McMark Aug 19 2006, 01:10 PM

That's the best answer, by far! All new car emblems are held on with tape. If it works for them, it works for me. Tape it on and have the best of both worlds.

Posted by: SGB Aug 19 2006, 01:56 PM

I didn't vote. I don't have one. I think they just dont look good, even on a 911. Too glaring in the surrounding flat space. But if'n ya'll wantcha one, put'r right on thar. I've got porsche crest wheel centers. I'm not against the crest, b/c the 914 really is a Porsche. I just like the uber-flatness of the front as is.

Posted by: banksyinoz Aug 21 2006, 01:52 AM

its a 914

i said yes to a front emblem just so those outta the know have atleast some clue as they are not so many here.....

and also maybe the simple

914
914-6
914-8

on the rear

just my $0.20 here in oz