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Posted by: Engman Sep 21 2004, 05:14 PM

This mounts the release below the E-brake handle. Everything you will need is included. A cover for the release in the trunk is also provided. Please see http://engmanparts.com for details


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Posted by: Engman Sep 21 2004, 05:16 PM

A look at the mechanism.


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Posted by: aylanco Sep 21 2004, 07:44 PM

Dumb question that may have already been answered: Will this work if your trunk is locked??

Posted by: Engman Sep 21 2004, 07:51 PM

This is really for the rear reflector that so many of us have added. It can be used with the stock trunk pushbutton lock - but the lock will not function. In other words if you lock the rear trunk it will still open by pushing the button inward, with this cable release installed. I have done this.

M

Posted by: MattR Sep 23 2004, 09:09 PM

Does this mean you can shave the rear trunk button (and still open the trunk)?

Posted by: dlo914 Sep 23 2004, 10:46 PM

similar question about the shaved trunk button, ive taken out the button and filled up that center portion between the rear lights with that red transparent panel that displays Porsche, so the question is will i be able to open the trunk front within the cabin?

Posted by: Engman Sep 24 2004, 05:00 PM

Yes - this is what this was designed to do. There used to be an electric solenoid kit that was made to do this. I have two of these and have not been able to make them work 100% of the time - usually wind up having to depress the trunk and hit the solenoid button many times to get this to work. I have tried using a relay with direct connection to the battery with 10G wire to no avail. Finally, I decided to develop a reliable option. All new mounting brackets and a cover to make sure that the actuator cannot be jammed from inside the rear trunk.

M

Posted by: Carlitos Way Dec 25 2004, 07:49 PM

Any pictures of this installed?

Posted by: Engman Jan 3 2005, 01:37 PM

Here are pics of it in my 73.

Trunk

M


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Posted by: Engman Jan 3 2005, 01:39 PM

Pull handle for the release - located under the E-brake

M


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Posted by: mk114 Mar 29 2005, 05:41 AM

I know this is off the subject But I am a long time admirer of the 914 (15 +years) but only been a owner about 1 yr I have this cream puff of a body but some one drilled holled for this reflector I was wonder where do I get one (heard 911) but if this is right what year. How do I install it . Does it require electrical? Where can I get one of those trunk releases also?

Posted by: jim_hoyland Mar 30 2005, 02:50 PM

Looking at your trunk picture: Is the cable entering the trunk directly beneath the mechanism ?

How is the cable fed to the cabin mount ?

I like your set up !

Posted by: Engman Mar 30 2005, 05:01 PM

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Looking at your trunk picture: Is the cable entering the trunk directly beneath the mechanism ? How is the cable fed to the cabin mount ?

The cable follows the witing harness for the tailights thru the engine compartment, exits thru a hole below the engine lid release, and come out under the e-brake handle. You do have to drill some holes for the cable and cable mount pull. This is all in the instructions with a template for drilling the release pull mount.

Mark

Posted by: jim_hoyland Mar 31 2005, 09:57 AM

I like the set up; does the installation require the engine be removed ?

Posted by: Engman Mar 31 2005, 11:27 AM

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I like the set up; does the installation require the engine be removed ?

Nope - pretty simple to install - about 45 mins or so.

I have like 10 of these left from the last run. When they are gone - they will be gone.

M

Posted by: Kevin Phillips Apr 3 2005, 03:49 PM

I bought this and it went in in about 25 minutes. Very slick!!

This guy, Sorry I can't remember your name, ROCKS!!!!
kp

Posted by: mpjedi23 May 11 2005, 12:41 AM

Anyone have an extra porsche reflecter they willl part with

Posted by: 41ghost Jun 23 2005, 11:29 AM

i would like to get a couple of these you can email me at Dreamzwvr@aol.com or call 1-317-431-3621 ask for Drew thanks

Posted by: Engman Jun 28 2005, 02:56 PM

Just a few left..... Don't say I did'nt warn ya....


M

Posted by: Engman Jul 3 2005, 03:03 PM

2 remaining....

M

Posted by: Kevin Phillips Jul 3 2005, 07:14 PM

Hi,
I put in your kit but I think I have the latch lined up funny. It
sticks a bit and unless my kids or wife assist with the lid it can't lift.
Any ideas on how to adjust the two latch parts.
I remember you are an engineer and have a way with things mechanical.
I, on the other hand, am just a musician.
Thanks for any advice.

kp

Posted by: Engman Jul 3 2005, 07:49 PM

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I put in your kit but I think I have the latch lined up funny. It sticks a bit and unless my kids or wife assist with the lid it can't lift. Any ideas on how to adjust the two latch parts. I remember you are an engineer and have a way with things mechanical. I, on the other hand, am just a musician. Thanks for any advice.

Take the release portion off of the cable and check to see that the lever moves freely between the two halves. Lossen the bolt if necessary and or pry the two halves apart some if needed. The lever was checked here for this, but perhaps it needs some minor adjustment.

The oyther possibility is your spring on the latch located on the trunk lid latch. This may be too tight. It is adjustable.

Let me know what you find.

M

Posted by: montoya 73 2.0 Jul 7 2005, 04:02 PM

i have the same exact problem, but i have a question. does the trunk need to release (pop-up) a little to allow the catch to clear? my trunk doesn't do that so when i pull the release and then let it go, it re-catches. not to mention it looks like someone put some weld on the catch to build it up. should i file it down?

Posted by: Engman Jul 7 2005, 05:33 PM

Check a couple of things...

1. Rear hood pin alignment - this is adjustable.

2. The 'catch' located in the rear trunk lid is adjustable also up and down - it is screwed in and there is a nut on the back. You may have it either too loose or too tight.

It really sounds like the problem is in this area.

M

Posted by: montoya 73 2.0 Jul 7 2005, 05:37 PM

your kit was installed in about 20 minutes. it's great, i love it! i recommend it highly. i agree on the problem being in that area. so is the trunk supposed to pop-up a little to allow the pin to clear? i always had to push the button and lift at the same time to open the trunk.

Posted by: Engman Jul 7 2005, 06:59 PM

Yep it will pop up - but only a little - just enough for the latch to clear the catch.

Still have 2.

M

Posted by: montoya 73 2.0 Jul 7 2005, 07:06 PM

i guess my springs are sprung? my trunk doesn't do that. will have to replace. thanks again! your kit went in with no problems! my car has the problem!

Posted by: Kevin Phillips Jul 7 2005, 09:19 PM

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[/QUOTE]Take the release portion off of the cable and check to see that the lever moves freely between the two halves. Lossen the bolt if necessary and or pry the two halves apart some if needed. The lever was checked here for this, but perhaps it needs some minor adjustment.

The oyther possibility is your spring on the latch located on the trunk lid latch. This may be too tight. It is adjustable.


The mechanism works great. It is binding up because the top is not lined up. If I take it off the lidd and press it in it will fly when I pull the magic nob. I have something out of line.
kp

Posted by: Engman Sep 29 2005, 06:25 AM

I have been able to purchase some of the componets in smaller lot sizes, sooooo these will be back in 4-6 weeks.

I do have 1 left currently.

M

Posted by: WRX914 Oct 27 2005, 11:38 AM

I have bought two items from Mark, the trunk cable release, and the third stop light. Both items are what the doctor ordered! Mark is a honest man, he delivers exactly what he advertises... Great products Mark!

You da Man!

Keith

Posted by: Engman Nov 28 2005, 03:23 PM

Cables arrived!

Back in production!

M

Posted by: 914LUST Aug 26 2006, 07:19 PM

Hi -

Do you have any stock? My solenoid just died and untimely death... if yes, how much and lead time?

Thanks,

Rich

Posted by: Engman Sep 1 2006, 11:07 AM

PM sent

I have these in stock. As well as all of my other stuff as well.

M

Posted by: zeetas Oct 15 2006, 11:27 PM

Hi,
Do you have any of these left I am interested in buying one.

Thanks

Posted by: Engman Oct 16 2006, 07:00 AM

Yes - PM or email me.

Thanks

Mark

Posted by: iamchappy Nov 9 2006, 09:35 PM

One please, PM'ed

Chap

Posted by: FB914 Nov 10 2006, 11:05 PM

If you still have one left, I'd like to buy it. Thanks

Frank B

Posted by: Engman Nov 12 2006, 02:38 PM

PM's sent.

I have several of these currently in stock.

Posted by: stepuptotheMike May 8 2010, 08:45 AM

Are these still available?

Mike

Posted by: my928s4 May 12 2010, 08:55 AM

Finally got around to needing this and now I cannot see it on the Engman website.

Posted by: biosurfer1 May 17 2010, 11:56 AM

I'd be very interested if you had another run also...just got a reflector in great condition ready to go in!

Posted by: eric914 May 27 2010, 07:31 PM

Add me to the "are these still available" list.

Posted by: tat2dphreak May 27 2010, 08:39 PM

I installed one of these not long ago that had been sitting on the shelf... great stuff!

only thing I'd say was incorrect with the instructions were the drill sizes were too small to feed the cable through, I had to stepp up 1-2 sizes. but that might have been a slightly different cable... once installed it worked great though...

Posted by: mharmon May 28 2010, 10:56 AM

I'd take one of these as well.

Posted by: Nürburg Nomad May 28 2010, 03:33 PM

I would also like to buy one, ASAP! Let us know if it's possible to manufacture another batch with a certain # of committed buyers???

Posted by: dem May 31 2010, 04:40 PM

I'd be interested too, if we need to make a waiting list.

Posted by: Engman Jun 1 2010, 08:41 PM

Sorry for the delay - been out of touch - lost a good friend this last week - probably the best machinist I have known - sudden heart attack - and he was healthy too, kinda hit me hard.

As to the cable release - I am looking for a replacement cable comparable in quality to what I had. So far I have bought 3 differnt ones only to find the wire without enough pull, solid wire and of course the wrong cable ends. I am continuing to look. Should I find one I will post it on the board. My goal was always to supply well built and long lasting componets, and the cables thus far have not met my standards.

Thanks

Mark

Posted by: Nürburg Nomad Jun 4 2010, 11:53 AM

Hey Mark,

Thanks for getting back to us and sorry to hear about your loss, I know it's never easy when friends pass away unexpectedly; hopefully his machine work will live on in all the vintage cars his parts are no doubt a part of...

I know you'll keep us updated so whenever you get around to it is fine, just FYI I'll probably buy a front trunk air block off kit at the same time as well, but I'm sure you keep those in stock.

Posted by: 914LUST Jan 20 2011, 06:05 PM

Mark,

I hope you find a viable cable soon - my solenoid failed and I really want to replace with a manual solution.

Richard

Posted by: Harpo Sep 19 2011, 06:13 PM

Please add me to the waiting list once you find adequate components.

Thanks

David

Posted by: wes Oct 5 2011, 04:41 PM

would like to be in line for one as well, thanks!

Posted by: smj Oct 28 2011, 03:22 PM

"Me too," if there's another run. Stop me before I start raiding bicycle shops and motorcycle parts departments...

Posted by: fteixeira Nov 1 2011, 01:04 AM

Add me to the list.

fteixeira

Posted by: ThePaintedMan Feb 15 2012, 08:00 PM

I guess I joined the board a little too late. I'm in too if they ever come around again! Thanks for all of your hard work!

-George

Posted by: jcb29 Oct 8 2012, 07:35 PM

Mark - I am in need of one of your cable sets. I installed the solenoid recently and am not happy with the way it occasionally sticks. Question about the routing of the cable. I know the cable that releases the engin lid turns corners through small tubes. How does your cable run handle turns?

Posted by: Rbcm2005 Oct 17 2012, 05:12 PM

Please count me in too if there is ever one to be had.

Posted by: streetrover Dec 11 2012, 08:48 PM

I could really use one of these when they come available again. Add me to the list!

Posted by: karmanbuilt Dec 20 2012, 11:31 PM

Mark.....did I miss the price, or have you not posted it?? Thanks
Gene

Posted by: kwlane Dec 21 2012, 12:07 AM

I'd like to get one as well, looking for price also.

Posted by: 914werke Dec 21 2012, 12:22 AM

Ok folks this is a little morbid.....
Your replying to a thread that will never be answered.

Posted by: mrholland2 Feb 9 2018, 05:48 PM

Sooooo What about the FRONT trunk? The whole metal tube thing is gone from my car and was wondering what another choice might be?

Thanks
Sean

Posted by: mrholland2 Mar 7 2018, 05:10 PM

Anybody? Anybody? Bueller? Bueller?

Posted by: mepstein Mar 7 2018, 05:17 PM

There is no metal tube. It’s a cable with a plastic sheath. You can buy one from 914rubber.com Place a WTB if you are missing the pull handle or latch.

Posted by: mrholland2 Mar 8 2018, 12:20 AM

Thanks

Posted by: Mikey914 Mar 8 2018, 01:03 AM

If you need one -
Cable and tube

https://shop.914rubber.com/Front-trunk-guide-tube-only-NO-CABLEINCLUDED-914FTPT.htm?categoryId=-1



Guide tube only -

https://shop.914rubber.com/Front-trunk-guide-tube-only-NO-CABLEINCLUDED-914FTPT.htm?categoryId=-1





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Posted by: wes Mar 8 2018, 08:15 AM

Put me on the list I could really use one. The solenoid is a joke!

Posted by: Perry Kiehl Mar 8 2018, 12:44 PM

Sadly Mark Bland passed away unexpectedly of a heart attack in 2010 (IIRC).

Ironically, his last post to this thread was regarding a close friend of his who died too young.

Posted by: Pdr1787 Mar 24 2019, 01:17 AM

Add me to the list as well please.

Also, sorry to hear about your. My condolences.

Best regards