What I found out about my car today, First time looking at it after it was purchased |
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What I found out about my car today, First time looking at it after it was purchased |
poohsan |
Jul 14 2006, 10:23 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 46 Joined: 10-July 06 From: Los Angeles Member No.: 6,409 |
Today was my first time really looking at the car after purchasing it. I have not seen the car all week and was feeling some buyer’s remorse. All of that changed today after I went through the car. It is actually better than I thought is would be. More things work than not. I am also confident that it is a keeper. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif)
Here is a run down of what occurred today. Items removed: Old center consul Floor mats After market pull-out radio harness and all related wiring Remains of an alarm system Run of wires from radio to trunk for non extant amp Run of wires to the battery for the non extant amp 3 spoke center caps on wheels Silly overly small steering wheel Dead fuses Things fixed: Passenger side outer door handle, door now opens Added a factory steering wheel Rear hood now latches tight Things I discovered: Window wipers do not work Fog lights my be spliced into head light wire harness Found some wires from wire harness in front trunk not connect to anything Wires near wiper motor not connected to anything 80% of the dash wiring is intact and works Passenger side head light does not illuminate when I switch on the Brights Body has less rust than I thought Rear bumper is compressed on passenger side from impact Rear end is sagging need new springs Emergency break button popped off. Speedometer was serviced at some time so mileage may be off. Speedometer works but cable is not spinning when I drive Will need all seals around Targa top, windows, door handles Hood release lever does not spring back and needs to be pushed into place No “E” in Porsche on my engine hood Rocker panels are cracked Rear view mirror is a goner All carpet and upholstery will need to go. Dash pad is a goner Have a short shifter that will need to be replaced with a stock one Passenger side window is chipped Good things: Starts on the first try Engine runs good Transmission shifts good except for downshifting into first while I am rolling Low rust Rims look like keepers for now Breaks work good If all goes well I could be driving it to work on Monday. |
G e o r g e |
Jul 14 2006, 10:38 PM
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Dr Group: Members Posts: 1,905 Joined: 20-September 05 From: Southern Cal Member No.: 4,832 Region Association: None |
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since i didn't say hello on your other thread but as said on the other thread (IMG:style_emoticons/default/thisthreadisworthlesswithoutpics.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) |
scrz914 |
Jul 14 2006, 10:50 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 397 Joined: 21-April 04 From: Santa Cruz, CA Member No.: 1,960 Region Association: Central California |
Poohsan, congratulations. There's something very satisfying about going through a neglected car and bringing it back to top form little by little. I too started going through my new purchase. It looks like my peddle assembly was half under water (rust level at midpoint). So much to fix, but I got one thing done. I can now shift into 1st and 3rd. What did you do to get the door handle to work? Both my handles are original, but are pretty sloppy.
Good luck with your car. |
BenT |
Jul 14 2006, 11:21 PM
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realty check casher Group: Members Posts: 103 Joined: 21-June 06 From: San Francisco Member No.: 6,273 Region Association: None |
Congrats! You just reminded me of the 914-6 I just bought. DPO said the dash pad and other vinyl parts got destroyed because of a broken window. I bought it sight unseen. Their definition of broken window turned out to mean missing window cranks. Shame so much collateral damage was caused by such a simple repair, if you can even call it that. Lots damage in the trunk turned out to be just old garbage and junk thrown in there years ago. Undoing years of "PO modifications" can make a dramatic improvement even if it is as simple as throwing out the remains of their last lunch -- before they parked the car three years ago.
Cheers, BenT |
poohsan |
Jul 15 2006, 02:01 AM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 46 Joined: 10-July 06 From: Los Angeles Member No.: 6,409 |
Poohsan, congratulations. There's something very satisfying about going through a neglected car and bringing it back to top form little by little. I too started going through my new purchase. It looks like my peddle assembly was half under water (rust level at midpoint). So much to fix, but I got one thing done. I can now shift into 1st and 3rd. What did you do to get the door handle to work? Both my handles are original, but are pretty sloppy. Good luck with your car. The outside handle was installed but was not working. When I pulled it off, I found that the plastic cam on the backside of the handle was broken. It was missing the tooth that presses the latch mechanism. The PO had included 2 additional handles, both unusable. I was able to salvage a cam from one and swapped it to the handle I was working on. After that the door worked fine. I did notice that if the cam is cracked or bending that the door may not work properly making it difficult to open the door. |
poohsan |
Jul 15 2006, 02:16 AM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 46 Joined: 10-July 06 From: Los Angeles Member No.: 6,409 |
Here is how it looked when I started.
Here is some of the stuff I removed After 2 hours Typical condition of the seals. |
poohsan |
Jul 15 2006, 02:19 AM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 46 Joined: 10-July 06 From: Los Angeles Member No.: 6,409 |
I’ll need a new button for the break lever. This one is stripped and popped off. I may machine one from aluminum, unless someone here already makes an aluminum one.
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poohsan |
Jul 15 2006, 02:22 AM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 46 Joined: 10-July 06 From: Los Angeles Member No.: 6,409 |
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TonyAKAVW |
Jul 15 2006, 02:40 AM
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That's my ride. Group: Members Posts: 2,151 Joined: 17-January 03 From: Redondo Beach, CA Member No.: 166 Region Association: None |
I bought a mirror from Pep boys that was decent enough except that the mounting tab was fairly small and fell off once or twice while driving. I'm thinking of making a bigger mounting tab from aluminum to give a greater surface area for the glue.
For door panels, the quick and easy solution is to buy a set from one of the guys in the Resources section. Morphenspectra sells door panels made from fiberglass rather than the crummy cardboard. I've heard only good things about his stuff. -Tony |
pfierb |
Jul 15 2006, 04:44 AM
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oldest member Group: Members Posts: 606 Joined: 1-May 05 From: The sign of good government in Connecticut is to keep raising taxes Member No.: 4,008 |
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poohsan |
Jul 15 2006, 02:32 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 46 Joined: 10-July 06 From: Los Angeles Member No.: 6,409 |
I now have tiers.
The car is now officially drivable. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) 195/60R15 88H Toyo Proxes It is painfully obvious that I need to replace the struts and springs. It sits low and leans to one side when I sit in it. It also feels soft like a Cadillac. Can anyone offer a suggestion on what to get and where to get them here in Los Angeles? -Arron |
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