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. |
malcolm2 |
Aug 11 2015, 12:57 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,747 Joined: 31-May 11 From: Nashville Member No.: 13,139 Region Association: South East States |
yeah, some inside photos might help.
I agree with the "engine out" comment. Welding with my head upside down, leaning over the fender would be tuff. I was able to crawl in the engine compartment and weld facing the hinge, from my knees. Seems like a lot of work for a repair tho. I wish I had gone with the upgrade hinge and gas shock. I guess next time it fails. If you have to repair the side wall then you can justify the time to drop the engine.... 20 minutes right? |
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