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> Build Thread: 914 Limousine, For real this time, 914world exclusive. UPDATE: The Limo Project has found a new home!
SirAndy
post Jan 9 2010, 08:37 PM
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UPDATE 04/2017:

The Limo Project has found a new home!
http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=307809
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Today work has begun on the 914World exclusive "914 Limousine" project!

After years of tossing the idea around, McMark, RobW and i decided a few weeks back that it was time that someone actually build such a monstrosity.

RobW had a bare shell with front end damage so all we needed was another donor to make the front of the Limo.

I bought a '75 roller from Chris Hamilton and Rob and i went to pick it up this morning.

Once at McMark's shop in Sonoma, we started stripping the car, built a second dolly to be able to roll the shell around and started to cut off the rear of the white car and the front of the red car.

Both cuts are rough cuts at this point. Next weekend, we'll start with the more detailed cutting and test fitting.

The final result will be a 4-door, 4 (maybe 5) seater with at least one removable top (maybe two) and all the usual bling one would find in a Limousine.

The paint has yet to be determined but we are leaning towards a certain Porsche period correct 98 color. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/shades.gif)

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CURRENT STATUS:

- Fixed the huge hole in the front trunk floor ...
http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?s=&...t&p=1418688


Parts Donations:

- Read here if you'd like to contribute to the 914World Limo project:
http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=103595

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post Oct 8 2013, 09:01 PM
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The engine is going to be a 2.7 six...

If it does work out that all of the out-of-town talent comes in, I'd suggest checking Craigslist in the vacation rentals section. You may be able to get a house you all can share. Local hotels are $200+ / nicht. Unless you go 30 minutes away to American Canyon. Then it is still over $140+ / nicht...

Jeff, Brett (Biosurfer) lives in Sacramento and sounds like he is coming down...
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post Oct 8 2013, 09:38 PM
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There are 2 Newcastle Brown and about 18 BlueMoon.

Extra points for people who bring amazing craft beers for me. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/happy11.gif)
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post Oct 8 2013, 09:47 PM
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QUOTE(McMark @ Oct 8 2013, 08:38 PM) *
Extra points for people who bring amazing craft beers for me. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/happy11.gif)

No more German beer in my fridge but i can bring you some Kümmerling!

https://www.google.com/search?q=k%C3%BCmmer...ms&tbm=isch

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post Oct 8 2013, 09:59 PM
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That's worth 6.5 points. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif)
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post Oct 8 2013, 10:14 PM
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I've got a mig welder, full bottle, I could bring if needed.
Also have a couple of roasts in the freezer if you want to do roast beef sandwiches (IMG:style_emoticons/default/chowtime.gif) fire up the BBQ.....is Jim coming.


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For Hotels, you could try Fairfield, not that far might be cheaper?
What about Napa, should be something reasonable ?

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post Oct 8 2013, 11:16 PM
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The BBQ is always ready to go. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif)
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post Oct 9 2013, 08:52 AM
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Ya, where am I staying over the work weekend?
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Saw Motel 6 right off 80 in Cordelia for $56, there's also a comfort inn and a best western there for $65, and $75. Only about 20 min drive to Sonoma from there.

I have some homemade apricot and plum wine I can bring also if anyones interested.
Might as well make a party of it. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer3.gif)

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I may just sleep/pass out at the garage (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif)
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post Oct 9 2013, 12:35 PM
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QUOTE(Dr Evil @ Oct 9 2013, 11:07 AM) *

I may just sleep/pass out at the garage (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif)

$500/night. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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That better come with a handy, you bastard.
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Autocross on Saturday, Jeff. I think I can come up on Sunday. I'm pretty good at taking stuff apart, putting it back together - maybe.

There's a good craft brewery in town, I'll stop and get some crafty beer.

Jim

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I've got a mig welder, full bottle, I could bring if needed.
Also have a couple of roasts in the freezer if you want to do roast beef sandwiches (IMG:style_emoticons/default/chowtime.gif) fire up the BBQ.....is Jim coming.


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Anyone know of some good camping options near the shop? I'll be bringing my hotel with me ('78 westy)!

QUOTE(sixnotfour @ Oct 8 2013, 08:01 PM) *

anyone from Sacramento going ?? I have a front crosmember and a arms to be picked up ??? gas money


I'll be heading down from East Sac. Send me a PM and we can coordinate.

Edit: I'll be down on the weekend for the tranny clinic
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Anyone know of some good camping options near the shop? I'll be bringing my hotel with me ('78 westy)!

QUOTE(sixnotfour @ Oct 8 2013, 08:01 PM) *

anyone from Sacramento going ?? I have a front crosmember and a arms to be picked up ??? gas money


I'll be heading down from East Sac. Send me a PM and we can coordinate.

Edit: I'll be down on the weekend for the tranny clinic


I'm in Petaluma/Penngrove which is 17 miles from Mark's shop. There's a very nice KOA campground right near 101 if you can't find anything closer.
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So what is the official date(s) of this build party?

10-13-13?

Or during the tranny clinic?

Or both?
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post Oct 12 2013, 09:23 PM
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QUOTE(kg6dxn @ Oct 12 2013, 06:18 PM) *

So what is the official date(s) of this build party?

10-13-13?

Or during the tranny clinic?

Or both?

Yes
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post Oct 13 2013, 06:37 PM
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10-13-13?

Cleaned 3 years worth of crap out of the car and gave it a good shop vac treatment.
Surprisingly little surface rust considering that it has been sitting outside the whole time.

She's ready for some serious work!
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