How do I remove rocker panels_ Identifying Rust , in rear suspension, I need to know before I spend my saving on a car ???? |
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How do I remove rocker panels_ Identifying Rust , in rear suspension, I need to know before I spend my saving on a car ???? |
sam quartermain |
Feb 11 2009, 12:52 PM
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The desire for glory is not a sin, TY COBB Group: Members Posts: 58 Joined: 2-February 09 From: monrovaia ca/ tarzana ca Member No.: 10,011 Region Association: None |
Looking for a 914 is a very risky business .
I'm wanting to learn how to remove rocker panels off potential cars I may be buying. how do I identify badly rusted , longs or any other part on the car especially the Suspensions. how do i tell if they are all rusted to their core ??? Help me out , I don't want to get taken when I buy Attached image(s) |
PanelBilly |
Feb 11 2009, 01:12 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,811 Joined: 23-July 06 From: Kent, Wa Member No.: 6,488 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
Small screwdriver works. Poke and if it thin enough for you to make a hole, its bad
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sam quartermain |
Feb 11 2009, 01:20 PM
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The desire for glory is not a sin, TY COBB Group: Members Posts: 58 Joined: 2-February 09 From: monrovaia ca/ tarzana ca Member No.: 10,011 Region Association: None |
Small screwdriver works. Poke and if it thin enough for you to make a hole, its bad ok so if i can poke right thru the metal underneath the rocker panels than it's bad. And The rocker panels are just attached with screws, thats it . because the seller is not wanting to remove them to take pict's |
johnnie5 |
Feb 11 2009, 01:45 PM
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914 lover Group: Members Posts: 375 Joined: 14-October 08 From: San Diego, CA Member No.: 9,644 Region Association: Southern California |
The rockers are originally rivited on from the factory (on the top, screwed in on the bottom). If they have never been removed before, the rivits would need to be drilled out for removal. Probably why the seller is not keen on the idea. It sounds to me like the seller is either not extremely motivated to sell or maybe hiding something.
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rjames |
Feb 11 2009, 01:51 PM
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I'm made of metal Group: Members Posts: 3,948 Joined: 24-July 05 From: Shoreline, WA Member No.: 4,467 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
Small screwdriver works. Poke and if it thin enough for you to make a hole, its bad ok so if i can poke right thru the metal underneath the rocker panels than it's bad. And The rocker panels are just attached with screws, thats it . because the seller is not wanting to remove them to take pict's The rocker panels cover the longs completely on the sides and 1/2way along the bottom. You really won't be able to inspect the longs without the rocker panels off. Getting them off isn't always easy, especially if there's any rust. A lot of us have had to drill out the screws to get the panels off, myself included- even though mine weren't that bad. That being said, I'll never buy a 914 again without first inspecting that area. Regarding the suspension, look at the bottom of the passenger's side suspension ear closely for cracks and rust. Do a search for ' +suspension +ear ' and you'll probably find some good photos. The best plan though would be to see if you can find an experienced local 914 owner to go with you to check the car out. Good luck! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) |
So.Cal.914 |
Feb 11 2009, 01:52 PM
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"...And it has a front trunk too." Group: Members Posts: 6,588 Joined: 15-February 04 From: Low Desert, CA./ Hills of N.J. Member No.: 1,658 Region Association: None |
From the factory it's screws and rivits. It is hard to see the worst area with the rockers on. This may just be me but if I was selling I would remove them with the understanding that the buyer would be responsable for putting them back on.
This might give you an idea where one weak (rusty) point is: |
Cevan |
Feb 11 2009, 02:02 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,079 Joined: 11-December 06 From: Western Massachusetts Member No.: 7,351 |
You could just remove the 3 screws and 2 bolts that hold the bottom of the rocker on and pull it away from the longitudinal. That should allow you to see behind there to some degree.
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dkjens |
Feb 11 2009, 02:19 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 159 Joined: 24-November 08 From: Pasadena, CA Member No.: 9,785 Region Association: None |
Sam,
Where in Monrovia are you and where is the car you are looking at? I'm in Pasadena and could offer my limited assistance. I'm going to Railroad Ave./Mytle for steel tubing and plate and to Buena Vista for O2 and Acetylene this Friday afternoon. I may do a quick run down to San Diego Saturday AM, but I should be free the rest of the long weekend. You can reach me at 818.298.9049. Jens |
PanelBilly |
Feb 11 2009, 03:07 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,811 Joined: 23-July 06 From: Kent, Wa Member No.: 6,488 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
TAKE HIM UP ON THE OFFER!
This is the way to evaluate a car. Have someone who knows what to look for take a look. This may cost you a beer or two, but it is an excellent investment |
So.Cal.914 |
Feb 11 2009, 03:11 PM
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"...And it has a front trunk too." Group: Members Posts: 6,588 Joined: 15-February 04 From: Low Desert, CA./ Hills of N.J. Member No.: 1,658 Region Association: None |
TAKE HIM UP ON THE OFFER! This is the way to evaluate a car. Have someone who knows what to look for take a look. This may cost you a beer or two, but it is an excellent investment (IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) |
dkjens |
Feb 11 2009, 03:19 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 159 Joined: 24-November 08 From: Pasadena, CA Member No.: 9,785 Region Association: None |
I think that with some "Liquid Wrench", a couple pair of Knipex plyers, locking plyers, a long skinny flat screw driver, mirror and flashlight, it should be possible to get a really good idea of the state of the steel without upsetting the seller to much he he.
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