Rust repair, help a noob out!, Will keep updated with pics and info. Options

[Slick914]

This is going to be my first time trying to repair rust on a 914, so hoping to get lots of help and advise as I try to tackle this job. I'll keep this thread updated with photos and questions as I move along.

Here's the areas that I'm going to look into/repair. I realize the visible exterior rust is probably only the tip of the iceberg, so I'm preparing myself mentally for the worst. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif)

This is the passenger side where the rear floor pan meets the rocker area. Someone thought they were doing good by putting a crappy spot welded patch over who knows what. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/mad.gif)

(IMG:http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a125/philtheskipper/914%20repair/rust003_700x525.jpg)



Here's the same area viewed from the back. Notice the rust extends around the donut as well.

(IMG:http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a125/philtheskipper/914%20repair/rust004_700x525.jpg)




The driver side looks better but there is one bad area with a hole. Similar location as the other side but the donut section is all good.

(IMG:http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a125/philtheskipper/914%20repair/rust006_700x525.jpg)
(IMG:http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a125/philtheskipper/914%20repair/rust007_700x525.jpg)




Current questions....

Are there reproduction panels that will replace these areas? I thought maybe floor pans would extend all the way to the rocker, but looking at the catalogs it seems they stop right in the middle where my rust is. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif)

Am I going to have to custom make patch panels?

I see the donut triangle is available for that section.




I'm going to start by removing my interior and then the rocker covers. I'll then post more pics of what I find.

Thanks in advance to all who help me out along the way!

[Slick914]

You know what the worst part of this is? Here's what the rest of the car looks like... My 914

This was supposedly a "restored" car. Needless to say, I got ripped off, but I have myself to blame for that as well. Oh well. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/headbang.gif)

I do have some catologs such as AutoAtlanta, Pelican Parts, and Mid America Motorworks. I'll look into the others mentioned as well.

I spent over an hour reading this thread last night... diggin into hell . I sure hope my car doesn't turn into a project like that! I'm not looking to do a show car restoration, just want it to be safe and solid. I'm a beginner welder as well, so my skills are limited. Hoping the repairs can be made without disturbing the exterior paint.

I'm off to the garage now to get the interior and rocker covers off. Will post pics of what I find tonight or tomorrow.