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> Rear reflector panels..where can i find them?, 914 rear reflector panels, most are reoutfitted 911 pieces?
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post Apr 9 2010, 01:22 PM
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Rear reflector panels for a 72 2.0 Where can I find one..does anyone on here make these. Ok, I know they aren't original, but I think they are sweet looking. I have heard they are reoutfitted 911? strips that have been altered to fit 914.
Either way, I'd love to find one for a reasonable price. Do they tend to have a cut out area for the rear panel release button?

Any info is always appreciated.

For reference, here is a link to what I'm talking about..minus the push button area I mentioned.

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http://www.p914.com/p914-resources/p914-le...flector-911.jpg
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post Apr 9 2010, 01:44 PM
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we bought the company that made them and now make them ourselves . Really nice.
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post Apr 9 2010, 02:04 PM
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QUOTE(dr914@autoatlanta.com @ Apr 9 2010, 11:44 AM) *

we bought the company that made them and now make them ourselves . Really nice.


Have you got a price guide or something to that effect George? The one I'm wanting looks just like the link. basic. Red reflector, black lettering. Just curious how much it'll set me back. Also, is there a hole for the rear trunk release button already on the plate? How do they attach to the car?
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post Apr 9 2010, 02:46 PM
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QUOTE(JTarver @ Apr 9 2010, 01:04 PM) *

QUOTE(dr914@autoatlanta.com @ Apr 9 2010, 11:44 AM) *

we bought the company that made them and now make them ourselves . Really nice.


Have you got a price guide or something to that effect George? The one I'm wanting looks just like the link. basic. Red reflector, black lettering. Just curious how much it'll set me back. Also, is there a hole for the rear trunk release button already on the plate? How do they attach to the car?
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Joe - IMHO you want the one George makes - not the cut down 911 one, because his is the repro of the one made for 914s which matches the exact length & height (911 type are 1/4" - 1/2" shorter) & won't have the raw cut edge you get from the one in your link.

AA has a free downloadable pdf parts 914 catalog on their website, with hot links to their online order system, or just call AA & ask for the proper part.
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post Apr 9 2010, 05:14 PM
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Sorry Joe!

We take the originality thing pretty serious.

As much as I appreciate the look of the PORSCHE fill panel, it isn't original (in your own words).

No harm meant, but this will be moved to the garage.

Sorry, it's my job as moderator of this forum.

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post Apr 9 2010, 05:21 PM
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QUOTE(Tom_T @ Apr 9 2010, 01:46 PM) *

Joe - IMHO you want the one George makes - not the cut down 911 one

IHMO, the cut down 911 one looks MUCH better than the repros as it is the original Porsche reflective material ...

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post Apr 9 2010, 05:22 PM
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Sorry, it's my job as moderator of this forum.


Plus... where would you mount the rear fog light if there was a reflector panel there? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)
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post Apr 9 2010, 05:24 PM
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QUOTE(SirAndy @ Apr 9 2010, 03:21 PM) *

QUOTE(Tom_T @ Apr 9 2010, 01:46 PM) *

Joe - IMHO you want the one George makes - not the cut down 911 one

IHMO, the cut down 911 one looks MUCH better than the repros as it is the original Porsche reflective material ...

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/stirthepot.gif) Andy


Thanks for the input, sorry I didn't realize I had posted on the originality and history part of the forum. My bad Pat.
Nice one Andy, I see what you're saying. lol
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post Apr 9 2010, 05:28 PM
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QUOTE(SirAndy @ Apr 9 2010, 04:21 PM) *

QUOTE(Tom_T @ Apr 9 2010, 01:46 PM) *

Joe - IMHO you want the one George makes - not the cut down 911 one

IHMO, the cut down 911 one looks MUCH better than the repros as it is the original Porsche reflective material ...

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/stirthepot.gif) Andy


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The repro has always looked too dark and burgundy to me. I am biased because I had the cut-down 911 factory reflector on my car for many years. Finally got rid of it, which wasn't cheap.

There are three setups: 1) the original 1970s 911 reflector (with studs, as in your photo) with black lettering which has been discontinued, 2) the replacement factory 911 reflector (which has "ghosted" red-on-red lettering and doesn't look right on a 1970s 914 to me), 3) and then the black-on-burgundy repros.

If you can find a factory 1970s 911 reflector in nice shape for a reasonable price (good luck!), Tap Plastics or anybody with the right cutter can modify it to fit between the 914's taillights, just don't tell the 911 people you are doing it! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/stirthepot.gif)

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post Apr 9 2010, 06:25 PM
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QUOTE(Eric_Shea @ Apr 9 2010, 05:22 PM) *

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Sorry, it's my job as moderator of this forum.


Plus... where would you mount the rear fog light if there was a reflector panel there? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)


Souldn't be a problem Eric. Just notch the drivers side of the panel & fit it there. Actually, it might look better that way since it would "blend". Of course, you could always drill holes in te bumper & install it there, but I like the former option. Hmmm, yeah, thinking about that. Think George could slice one down to make it work?
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post Apr 9 2010, 06:27 PM
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i actually like the ghost one better on my car, i have both types.


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post Apr 9 2010, 06:41 PM
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Here's the one on mine...

and the solenoid (that's not bolted in with all the mechanism right now)


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post Apr 9 2010, 07:22 PM
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What is a used one worth? Manual not electric.
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post Apr 9 2010, 07:52 PM
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IHMO, the cut down 911 one looks MUCH better than the repros as it is the original Porsche reflective material ...

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) personal opinion of course (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

engman makes (or used to make at least) a nice cable pull to use instead of the electronic solenoid btw
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post Apr 9 2010, 10:54 PM
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QUOTE(iamchappy @ Apr 9 2010, 05:27 PM) *

i actually like the ghost one better on my car, i have both types.


uh....very hard to argue with that! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/drooley.gif)
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post Apr 9 2010, 11:15 PM
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You should see the options.... Of super cool additives a local street vendor wanted me to paste on the ass of my car.

I cannot possibly argue with Chappy. As good as a 914 gets (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)

So yes, it can be tastefully done on *some* builds.

Just remember, it has been UNtastefully done on most.
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Here is the 911 version cut down. If you cut one, it leaves the ends open for humidity to enter. If you are careful, you can use black silicone and gently push it inside the ends and it leaves a nice factory looking trimmed end that is black trimmed. Also, make sure you use a plastic blade or a fine tooth band saw or you will shatter the ends.

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post Apr 10 2010, 02:23 AM
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Also, make sure you use a plastic blade or a fine tooth band saw or you will shatter the ends.




Put your table saw blade on backwards,
But only do this with plastic, any plastic (ie vinyl siding, plastic trims, etc).
Eliminates shattering.
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post Apr 10 2010, 09:55 AM
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That "ghosted" version looks great, nice update.

Can you apply these with emblem tape or something similar instead of drilling new holes?
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RJ has what I'm looking for nailed! That even looks like my car since mine is silver/grey..(for the time being).

Where did you get yours RJ? Are these things cost prohibitive? On the solenoid, is it a pain to install..looks fairly uncomplicated..but don't most things that are a total bitch to do. lol

The cord version might be my way to go, since if the solenoid ever went out and I needed something out of the trunk I'd be SOL.

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