Peter from TX... 1970 914/6 Restoration & build th, My introduction & build thread -- PICS I Options

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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!

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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

[AgPete139]

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Motor is being rebuiltby Mike Callas. Getting Carrera tensioner upgrade, 911 oil pump upgrade, can rework, new P&C 81mm Stock 8.6:1 compression from JE, and the usual parts like ramps, chains, galleys, bearings, hardware, and the like. Time Serts and Case Savers are not necessary, and this was only 110 hp anyways.

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I would have like to rebuild it all myself, but I put off the time and finances were allocated elsewhere. This goes for the Webers as well.

The Gasburners were in pretty bad shape. Last year, I got the magnesium properly rewelded and then powdercoated for good measure. New rubber performance summer tires were then mounted and balanced.

Motor and heaters, tranny, oil lines, and wiring needs to be hooked up after this. Will probably put off restoring the original paint until much later. Running out of steam again.