 For the record, Why I converted my car |
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| skline |
 Oct 29 2004, 08:11 AM
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Born to Drive  Group: Members Posts: 7,910 Joined: 26-December 02 From: Costa Mesa, CA Member No.: 17 Region Association: Southern California  |
Many of you have dissed me for cutting up and converting my car, for the record, I like the stock look of the 914 and will have another one someday. I have wanted a Chalon since the first time I saw one back in the 80's. The car that I currently have that is converted to a Chalon was one of the biggest POS I have seen, there wasnt a spot on the car that wasnt dented or filled with bondo, the engine was a very tired 1.8 liter and the car was basically thrashed. There was no guilt cutting off the 40 pounds of bondo and replacing it with fiberglass flared panels. The V8 was just a choice of mass power to make the car as fast as it looked. I hope I can change your opinion of the Chalon with a V8 in it at some event someday. I was looking for reliability, power and uniqueness. I think I found it in the car I am building.
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| rhodyguy |
Oct 29 2004, 08:23 AM
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Chimp Sanctuary NW. Check it out. Group: Members Posts: 22,249 Joined: 2-March 03 From: Orion's Bell. The BELL! Member No.: 378 Region Association: Galt's Gulch |
it's your car. do what you want scott and tell them to (IMG:style_emoticons/default/finger.gif) . 4/30/2005.
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| Dad Roberts |
Oct 29 2004, 08:30 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 224 Joined: 1-January 03 From: Ontario,Ca. Member No.: 70 |
I know exactly where you're comin from, Scott.... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) Hard to get around the effortless cruisin and instant power of the V8. Dad (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif)
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| Root_Werks |
Oct 29 2004, 08:31 AM
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Village Idiot Group: Members Posts: 8,739 Joined: 25-May 04 From: About 5NM from Canada Member No.: 2,105 Region Association: Pacific Northwest 
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(IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) I think your car looks great! You are keeping it on the road and making into something to be proud of. Rock on and don't listen to people who "diss" you. They are either jelous or don't understand that you have something that you enjoy. That is what matters.
I can't wait to hear about your first driving impressions! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/happy11.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif) |
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| JeffBowlsby |
Oct 29 2004, 08:38 AM
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914 Wiring Harnesses & Beekeeper Group: Members Posts: 8,977 Joined: 7-January 03 From: San Ramon CA Member No.: 104 Region Association: None
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We think your car is great, Scott. Everyone who knows the huge effort and love you have slavished on that creation can appreciate it.
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| gregrobbins |
Oct 29 2004, 08:43 AM
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Member: Team NARP Group: Members Posts: 1,515 Joined: 23-March 04 From: Arizona Member No.: 1,844 Region Association: Southwest Region |
Go for it Scott.
There is a place for stock 914s and always will be. But many, no MANY, have been modified over the years. Read the auto magazines reviews. While the car was liked by most reviewers, there were always complaints about lack of power, funky shifting, the brakes, and more. Those who hit on you for the modifications are easy to pick out. They are still wearing leasure suits, white shoes and belts, have long hair (if they have any left) and trying to find Discos. Times change, technology improves. Take advantage of the benefits. My wife likes the Beach Boys Racing Monterey look, so that is the plan for the '73. I like the stock look, so the '74 will retain that. But both cars will benefit from improved technology and increased safty. |
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| Sean_S |
Oct 29 2004, 08:46 AM
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Mine goes to "11" Group: Members Posts: 48 Joined: 21-October 04 From: Coos Bay, OR Member No.: 2,979 |
It's not a 914 anyway. It's a car you built using parts from a bunch of cars...including some 914 parts.
Model T dragsters Umpteen million "classic" American cars with blowers Classic VW bug/bus parts in *sandrails* *helocopters* with 914 engines It's the American Way! (ok, it's universal) Even the OEM scavenges older parts from their own cars to create newer, "better" models...Sometimes even parts from other OEM's cars. Volkswagon parts in a Porsche? 911's and 914's share parts? Peugeot parts in a Lotus? Rover parts in a Lotus? IHC parts in a Ford? (powerstroke) Dodge cannot build it's own diesel engine?? (Cummins) GMC cannot build it's own tranny? (Allison) American fighter planes with Mercedes engines? Hummers with.... .... .... Ok, I'll stop. I think the term is "automotive pioneer". Cheers! Sean |
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| ws91420 |
Oct 29 2004, 08:47 AM
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Yes I have one a Lensley 914 Group: Members Posts: 2,063 Joined: 10-September 03 From: Ruther Glen,VA (halfway between sticks and civilization) Member No.: 1,137 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
If I was in the same situation I would choose the 9014 kit if it came from anywhere else than that place in GA. I've always liked the 904 since I saw one upclose at G&W motorsports. You Chalon looks great and I think the best reward is fixing it the way you want and the h e double hockey sticks with anyone who disagree' s with your choices (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welder.gif)
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| boxstr |
Oct 29 2004, 08:56 AM
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MEMBER:PACIFIC NORTHWEST REGION Group: Members Posts: 7,522 Joined: 25-December 02 From: OREGON Member No.: 12 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
Scott, we love your car and your a great guy to boot. Now get back out there and work on your car, so you can spend some time driving it. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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| Rusty |
Oct 29 2004, 09:04 AM
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914 Guru Group: Admin Posts: 7,974 Joined: 24-December 02 From: North Alabama Member No.: 6 Region Association: South East States 
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I dunno who called you out on your car... but the work seems to be high quality, and you're happy with the results.
There are all types of 914 folks out there, and a wide range of opinions. Heck, there are people who don't believe that a stock 2.0/6 is something a person could be happy with. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) Screw em. It's your car - do what ya like. -Rusty (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smoke.gif) |
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| JB 914 |
Oct 29 2004, 09:27 AM
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Daddy! Finish my car NOW!!! Group: Members Posts: 1,593 Joined: 26-September 04 From: Garden Grove, CA Member No.: 2,831 |
I had a coach in HS that used to say:
No matter what you do 40% of the people will like you, 40% will not like you and the other 20% just wont give a shit. It's your car, your time and your $$$ |
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| Hi_Fi_Guy |
Oct 29 2004, 09:34 AM
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Tuetonic terror Group: Members Posts: 375 Joined: 12-August 03 From: Sunny Phoenix, AZ Member No.: 1,019 |
There is nothing wrong with a Chalon kit. It is easy to forget just how impressive they looked when new during the '80s. The Chalon look is so closely tied to the 914 that I wouldn't be surprised if in another 10-20 years it isn't recognized as a subset of 914 rarities by collectors. There will always be people who like 100% original cars and people who like radical custom cars and everything in between so why exclude anyone. It is a 914 that is not rusting away somewhere. Kudos to you!
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| Sean_S |
Oct 29 2004, 09:38 AM
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Mine goes to "11" Group: Members Posts: 48 Joined: 21-October 04 From: Coos Bay, OR Member No.: 2,979 |
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Funny thing but the Chalon is the mod' that I fell in love with back when I was 18 and I still like it. To me it is almost a "model" of 914 as stated above. It sits firmly as a classic in an era of whale tails and erotic cars. Sean |
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| Howard |
Oct 29 2004, 09:41 AM
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Incontin(g)ent Member Group: Benefactors Posts: 5,785 Joined: 24-July 03 From: Westlake Village, CA Member No.: 943 Region Association: None
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Scott, reality check.
This ain't reality, this is a hobby. Reality is a 4cyl Camry. If you're building a car to please the masses, build a Camry. Put on a wheelie bar, paint it pink, get a 6-71 blower and Hilborns if you like. Have fun, and F 'em if they can't take a joke. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) |
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| Steve Thacker |
Oct 29 2004, 10:37 AM
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UMMMPH Yea Baby Yea ! UMMMPH Group: Members Posts: 1,089 Joined: 8-January 03 From: Pickerington, Ohio Member No.: 113 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
Scott,
As also owning a modified car, I know what you are going through. I have been spanked by a few. However,...the felllas on "this site" have all been very supportive. I'm just glad that my car was spared the pie tin factory. |
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| Aaron Cox |
Oct 29 2004, 10:41 AM
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Professional Lawn Dart Group: Retired Admin Posts: 24,542 Joined: 1-February 03 From: Corona, CA Member No.: 219 Region Association: Southern California |
QUOTE(Howard @ Oct 29 2004, 08:41 AM) Scott, reality check. This ain't reality, this is a hobby. Reality is a 4cyl Camry. If you're building a car to please the masses, build a Camry. Put on a wheelie bar, paint it pink, get a 6-71 blower and Hilborns if you like. Have fun, and F 'em if they can't take a joke. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) perfectly put. go for it scott. i think its cool (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smilie_pokal.gif) |
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| jim912928 |
Oct 29 2004, 11:19 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,487 Joined: 8-January 04 From: Granger, IN Member No.: 1,536 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
Screw them! I think your car is cool. And the fun of any of this is having something we put our blood sweat and tears in ..... then enjoy to no end!
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| bob91403 |
Oct 29 2004, 11:25 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 618 Joined: 15-September 04 From: Los Angeles, CA Member No.: 2,763 |
Finish it. Drive it. Enjoy it. Feel blessed. Most people will never experience the joy of driving a teener. WE ARE THE LUCKY FEW! And the rest will never know. How sad for them. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif)
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| bondo |
Oct 29 2004, 11:49 AM
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Practicing my perpendicular parking Group: Members Posts: 4,277 Joined: 19-April 03 From: Los Osos, CA Member No.: 587 Region Association: Central California |
Don't let the bastards grind you down! Many of us dog on the slantnose conversions because we prefer the look of the stock 914. I personally wouldn't go slantnose on my own car, but I still think your car rocks. I appreciate both looks. I definitely identify with your quest for uniqueness... I made a failed attempt at building an electric trike out of motorcycle parts.. something totally custom. I gave up because I have too many projects and would probably never have the funding to finish it. Someday I'll probably make another attempt at something completely one of a kind.
I can't wait to see your car when it's done! What color did you end up choosing? |
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| aircooledboy |
Oct 29 2004, 12:22 PM
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Sweet Pea's 1st ride in daddy's "vroom -vroom" Group: Members Posts: 1,672 Joined: 4-February 04 From: Rockford, IL Member No.: 1,629 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
Honestly dood, it is easy to say "F'em if they don't like it", but harder to do. I have already felt more than a few jabs over my 8 because it doesn't have a porsche engine in it, and mine is a stock body. I've got a very thick skin, so it doesn't bother me much, but I am still surprised and a little disappointed when it happens. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/finger.gif)
Here is how I look at it: I love my bone stock 1.7. It is still a joy to drive on a nice day. But after I have driven the V8, it is tough to want to drive the 1.7 much anymore. It is like an F-16 vs. a biplane. I truly believe that those who mock the SBC conversions have never driven a good one. The crap about it not having a prosche engine? If the change is not stock, and it is not anything that was ever available stock, then what the hell difference does it make what the change is. Either it is better or worse: end of analysis. BTW, when I bought that 1st 914 rust bucket 22 years ago, the minute I saw a picture of a Chalon, I wanted one. Still do, and expect to have one some day. Probably not until after I find the wife that damn Kharmann rag top she's been bugging me about for the last 21 years (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif) |
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