Rear decklid hinge, I think I'm in trouble here... |
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Rear decklid hinge, I think I'm in trouble here... |
sdoolin |
Jul 26 2015, 03:30 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 359 Joined: 1-May 14 From: LouKY Member No.: 17,299 Region Association: None |
Been driving my 914 frequently, just too much fun to sit in the barn all summer. Couple of days ago I noticed the rear decklid gaps had gotten terrible (see pic). Checked it out and it seems that the hinge-mount-thingy is no longer secured to the car. Looks like a weld has failed.
Now, I can take this car completely apart and I have significant knowledge of the engine/drivetrain having spent 25 years with a VW bus, but I can't weld, and I am terrible at bodywork. So, how bad is this? I imagine I'll need to take it somewhere, but need somewhere that "knows" 914s? I am in the Louisville KY area so if anyone knows a shop that is capable of fixing this, I'd love to hear about them. Cincy and Indy are within driving distance if the shop is that good. |
rhodyguy |
Jul 27 2015, 07:23 AM
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Chimp Sanctuary NW. Check it out. Group: Members Posts: 22,084 Joined: 2-March 03 From: Orion's Bell. The BELL! Member No.: 378 Region Association: Galt's Gulch |
2 people make removing the rear lid a piece of cake. index where the current placement is with some masking tape and a sharpie. index both sides. you can make small adjustments and not lose your starting point. hopefully the hinge bracket is just pulled away and it isn't failing due to rust behind the mounting point.
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