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Posted by: siverson Feb 2 2009, 12:37 AM

I spent some time in the garage this weekend and finally finished some long over due projects on my 914.

1. I got the 964 OBC (On Board Computer in the tach) to switch between modes by pulling the 914 windshield washer stalk. I've had the OBC installed for years, but it was always stuck in the MPH mode as I had no method to switch between modes. I installed a small push-button switch in the stalk to switch modes. So far works great!

2. For whatever reason, the steering wheel adpater and extension that I used left a big ugly gaping hole in the steering column. Not my best work, but I cut, JB welded, and painted a PVC pipe cover. Not great, but certainly better than before...

3. Rebuilt my center seat pad with a metal brace to support more weight. Several years ago, I made a small wood/foam/leather cover for my between the seats. It covers the brake bias adjuster and some relays. It also holds the seat heater controls. When I first built it, I overlooked how much weight this actually supports when getting in out of the car and it cracked a while ago. Anyways, some left over sheet metal, a vice, and pounding and it's very, very strong now. And heavy. Hmmm... I should have drilled it out. Anyways, it's shape is back and it can serve as a very unsafe 3rd seat again.

4. Painted turn signal and windsheild wiper (and now OBC) levers.

5. Removed stickers (was fun for a little, but needed a change again), and am back to pure signal orange.

I don't think I ever posted photos of my front trunk with the [pretty] new spare, so here are some photos of it too.

Operate OBC via stalk:









Painting:





Spare:



Making the box:





























All done:

Posted by: siverson Feb 2 2009, 01:00 AM

Here is a video of the OBC via 914 stalk in action. Not a great video, but you get the idea...

http://s9.photobucket.com/albums/a84/siverson914/2009-02-01%20914%20projects/?action=view&current=MVI_0672.flv

Posted by: LarryR Feb 2 2009, 01:17 AM

Very cool! I like having an outside temp guage. I would have never thought to put one in the teener but very cool .

Posted by: Phoenix 914-6GT Feb 2 2009, 01:21 AM

Nice work. Looks as though you are rather crafty . Nice Monster too

Posted by: Gint Feb 2 2009, 08:38 AM

Nice work Steve. What gauge is that sheet? Looks pretty thick in the pics.

Posted by: Michael N Feb 2 2009, 09:05 AM

Posted by: rick 918-S Feb 2 2009, 09:12 AM

Top notch as usual Steve!

Posted by: jd74914 Feb 2 2009, 09:20 AM

Nice!

That looks like .100 sheet.

Posted by: siverson Feb 2 2009, 11:40 AM

> Nice work Steve. What gauge is that sheet? Looks pretty thick in the pics.

I'm not sure. It was left over scrap metal in the garage... Probably 12 or 14 gauge.

Posted by: McMark Feb 2 2009, 11:53 AM

Super cool. Nice work.

Posted by: Eric_Shea Feb 2 2009, 04:22 PM

Wow.

Off the wall question. How is the spare afixed? I see the center cap so... makes me wonder.

Posted by: siverson Feb 2 2009, 04:50 PM

> is the spare afixed? I see the center cap so... makes me wonder.

I moved the stock 914 "spare wheel nut holder" (for lack of a better term) from the floor to the trunk wall, and then just made a really long "wheel bolt" out of threaded rod and a spare steel wheel nut.

I could have mounted the spare facing the other ways and it actually would have been easier since the wheel bolt could be much shorter, but it wouldn't look as pretty this way when I get gas.

-Steve

Posted by: Eric_Shea Feb 2 2009, 04:56 PM

Ahhh... wheel bolt. I did the exact same thing with my "spare wheel nut holder" (we'll run with that) but I have the hold down that goes in the center cap. I have mine mounted the other way as mentioned and that's exactly why I was asking...

Did you weld the rod to an old 914 style lug bolt or... ??? Because the thread pattern isn't the same if I recall.

Posted by: siverson Feb 2 2009, 05:31 PM

> Did you weld the rod to an old 914 style lug bolt or... ???

That would work, and that's actually what I did first - welded cut 914 lug bolt to a 911 wheel stud.

But I'm really anal retentive sometimes, and didn't like how the stud changed diameter mid-way. So, I found a 3' length of threaded rod that matches up with the 914 end. We have a great local hardware store (Marshalls in San Diego if anyone cares) that seems to have EVERYTHING.

Then, I just wrapped the threaded rod with some tape to center the 911 wheel nut on the rod (the 911 nut is too large for the threaded rod) and then welded the nut on the end of the rod (and the tape all went up in flames). With lots of grinding and paint my weld actually looks nice.

I'll look for some photos...

-Steve

Posted by: Eric_Shea Feb 2 2009, 05:36 PM

LOL... I see we have a lot in common. No need for pics. It gave me an idea. Thanks!

Posted by: siverson Feb 2 2009, 05:43 PM

Here you go...





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Posted by: rjames Feb 3 2009, 01:20 AM

What paint did you use on the signal levers?

Posted by: siverson Feb 3 2009, 01:33 AM

> What paint did you use on the signal levers?

Home Depot's finest gloss black. Semi gloss or even flat may be even better...

Mine were worn, and I also wanted to cover up the "wash" label.

Posted by: Steve Feb 3 2009, 11:13 PM

Steve,

Car looks great. Curious your web site still shows the Vellios kit. I thought you switched over to the wevo. Also curious what shifter are you using with your 915? I have the same OBC in my 96 993 Tip. Love it!! It would be nice to dump the bouncy gauges in my 914.

Posted by: Dr. Roger Feb 4 2009, 12:20 AM

Posted by: siverson Feb 4 2009, 12:25 AM

> Curious your web site still shows the Vellios kit. I thought you switched over to the wevo. Also curious what shifter are you using with your 915?

Nope, always used the Vellios. I did the conversion pre-Wevo, which is probably a much better way to go now.

It's the Rennshift, which also looks like it's been updated since I did the conversion:

http://www.jwesteng.com/porsche/911/rennshift_911.htm

Posted by: Steve Feb 19 2009, 11:32 PM

Steve,

Are you happy with the Vellios trans kit? Does it shift well? I have heard nothing but bad things about the vellios kit.

Posted by: TC 914-8 Feb 20 2009, 12:39 AM

Excelent job, Steve, on the interface of the OBC and gauges. Your car looks very sharp, mechanicaly and appearance.

How about some engine picts?

Posted by: 396 Feb 20 2009, 11:06 PM

Steve,

It's been several years since I've seen your -6..still looks great!