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AgPete139 ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 91 Joined: 12-February 08 From: Houston, TX Member No.: 8,701 Region Association: South East States ![]() |
Howdy everyone! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
My name is Peter and I am new to the world of Porsche. A number of months ago, I was given permission to restore my fathers 1970 914/6 in all original condition, and have recently (last week) begun the restoration process. I am so excited to get my father's first car back in running condition. It has sat in the garage for the last 28 years, and age has taken its toll. Rust (battery and trunk lid seals, etc.), some dry rot, numerous dents and bangs, and seizure to name a few. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/headbang.gif) Now, on with the pics! (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/img.photobucket.com-8701-1392368562.1.jpg) (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/img.photobucket.com-8701-1392368562.2.jpg) (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/img.photobucket.com-8701-1392368562.3.jpg) (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/img.photobucket.com-8701-1392368563.4.jpg) (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/img.photobucket.com-8701-1392368563.5.jpg) (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/img.photobucket.com-8701-1392368563.6.jpg) I am starting on the front end (steering, suspension, brakes) and I have come to a wall. Is there anyone in the Houston area (or willing to lend...I am honest) that will let me borrow a pin tool (4 grooved/pronged) for the lower strut? Are there any other special tools that I will actually need when I rebuild the engine etc.? For instance, the front hub "required" a special tool resembling a mini crowbar, but a medium flathead and prying did the job just fine. Is this grooved socket worth the $65 to buy, and what are your thoughts on replacing it with a regular hex nut of the same thread and suspension washer for ease of removal for the future? I have also done quite a bit of researching, and have acquired the original shop manuals for this unique beauty. Any questions or pointers, I'd love to hear them! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/popcorn[1].gif) Pete |
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AgPete139 ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 91 Joined: 12-February 08 From: Houston, TX Member No.: 8,701 Region Association: South East States ![]() |
Here's an update, and a couple dilemmas.
Redone front suspension:
I rebuilt the Bosch starter. She was tested at O'Reilly's afterwards. I rebuilt the pedal cluster with the bronze bushing kit. Painted wooden floorboard black. Hooked it all up again. New vs old. I did not want to rebuild it, so I bought a new one. Dilemma #1: What are both the connections for? I noticed the new one only has 1 contact point, and the old has 2 points. I installed it as is with the single contact, but I am thinking I should change out with the old. Purposes for this? (IMG:http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v124/big_pete139/1970%20Porsche%20914%206/DSC00234.jpg) (IMG:http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v124/big_pete139/1970%20Porsche%20914%206/DSC00453.jpg) Right side of the shortblock: (IMG:http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v124/big_pete139/1970%20Porsche%20914%206/PC456.jpg) (IMG:http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v124/big_pete139/1970%20Porsche%20914%206/DSC00471.jpg) This is pretty much the condition of all: (IMG:http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v124/big_pete139/1970%20Porsche%20914%206/PC5.jpg) (IMG:http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v124/big_pete139/1970%20Porsche%20914%206/CylinderWall1_A.jpg) Here is each P&C set with it's corresponding head / ports. 1 (IMG:http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v124/big_pete139/1970%20Porsche%20914%206/Set1.jpg) (IMG:http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v124/big_pete139/1970%20Porsche%20914%206/Valves1.jpg) 2 (IMG:http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v124/big_pete139/1970%20Porsche%20914%206/Set2.jpg) (IMG:http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v124/big_pete139/1970%20Porsche%20914%206/Valves2.jpg) 3 (IMG:http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v124/big_pete139/1970%20Porsche%20914%206/Set3.jpg) (IMG:http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v124/big_pete139/1970%20Porsche%20914%206/Valves3.jpg) 4 (IMG:http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v124/big_pete139/1970%20Porsche%20914%206/Set4.jpg) (IMG:http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v124/big_pete139/1970%20Porsche%20914%206/Valves4.jpg) 5 (IMG:http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v124/big_pete139/1970%20Porsche%20914%206/Set5.jpg) (IMG:http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v124/big_pete139/1970%20Porsche%20914%206/Valves5.jpg) 6 (IMG:http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v124/big_pete139/1970%20Porsche%20914%206/Set6.jpg) (IMG:http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v124/big_pete139/1970%20Porsche%20914%206/Valves6.jpg) But, this is where the kicker is. I have been EXCEEDINGLY careful and gentle throughout this entire disassembly process with the magnesium parts. I am unsnapping the circlips that hold the wristpins to the pistons and this "piece" falls out onto the garage floor. In the back of my mind, I think, "Oh sh*t!" but tell myself not to worry. I examine the piece, and instantly realize it's a broken piece of the #2 cylinder! (IMG:http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v124/big_pete139/1970%20Porsche%20914%206/BrokenPiston2.jpg) So, I'm now in panic mode. Guys & gals, what are my options?
(IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) Thanks in advance for your help, Pete . |
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