 Purists - do you even have one non-factory part installed?, Found one on mine & I'm keeping it! |
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| Pat Garvey |
 Dec 20 2010, 07:34 PM
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Do I or don't I...........?  Group: Members Posts: 5,899 Joined: 24-March 06 From: SE PA, near Philly Member No.: 5,765 Region Association: North East States  |
Many of us on this forum like to think that our 914's are 100% original. There were some "sanctioned" aftermarket items that no one can really argue with - ski racks, ADDCO luggage racks, stripes, etc. Who has an "original" 914 with non-factory addons? Yes, I know that dealers were involved, but let's throw that under the bus. Who has something mounted on thier "original" 914 that was not provided by dealers? I have ONE thing. And I willl not part with it. It even required me to drill holes (the Horror!)
Show me yours & I'll show you mine. Pat |
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| bembry |
Dec 20 2010, 07:52 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 529 Joined: 29-July 05 From: Bakersfield, CA Member No.: 4,499 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
Mine has dual Weber 40s. I did keep the FI parts though.
I'm on the verge of adding a dealer chrome luggage rack too (sorry Tom (IMG:style_emoticons/default/bye1.gif) ) |
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| mepstein |
Dec 20 2010, 07:59 PM
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914-6 GT in waiting Group: Members Posts: 19,256 Joined: 19-September 09 From: Landenberg, PA/Wilmington, DE Member No.: 10,825 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region 
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You mean like this?
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| MDG |
Dec 21 2010, 02:17 PM
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Wolf in wolf's clothing. Group: Members Posts: 8,652 Joined: 3-February 09 From: Toronto Member No.: 10,018 Region Association: None |
My '76 is the opposite of original - 3.2 engine, flares, leather interior and on and on.
But my '73, aside from a repaint back in the '80s is bone stock. In disassembling it in order to correct the previously mentioned re-paint, I did not come across a single item that didn't belong. It's been two years collecting NOS parts to replace any worn bits (thanks for the dash pad Jeff!!) and I plan on keeping it that way. mike P.S. - and frankly, Mr. Garvey, without pictoral proof I am not sure many here will believe that you actually drilled holes in your car . . . . |
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| Eric_Shea |
Dec 21 2010, 04:02 PM
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PMB Performance Group: Admin Posts: 19,274 Joined: 3-September 03 From: Salt Lake City, UT Member No.: 1,110 Region Association: Rocky Mountains  |
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| MDG |
Dec 21 2010, 04:06 PM
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Wolf in wolf's clothing. Group: Members Posts: 8,652 Joined: 3-February 09 From: Toronto Member No.: 10,018 Region Association: None |
I just spent an hour going through Eric's Facebook pages of that build. God how I love thee.
The car I mean - not Eric. Though I'm sure he's a great guy - I'm just sayin'. m. |
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| Pat Garvey |
Dec 21 2010, 05:39 PM
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Do I or don't I...........? Group: Members Posts: 5,899 Joined: 24-March 06 From: SE PA, near Philly Member No.: 5,765 Region Association: North East States |
 QUOTE(MDG @ Dec 21 2010, 03:17 PM)  My '76 is the opposite of original - 3.2 engine, flares, leather interior and on and on. But my '73, aside from a repaint back in the '80s is bone stock. In disassembling it in order to correct the previously mentioned re-paint, I did not come across a single item that didn't belong. It's been two years collecting NOS parts to replace any worn bits (thanks for the dash pad Jeff!!) and I plan on keeping it that way. mike P.S. - and frankly, Mr. Garvey, without pictoral proof I am not sure many here will believe that you actually drilled holes in your car . . . . Challenge accepted! |
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| Pat Garvey |
Dec 21 2010, 05:42 PM
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Do I or don't I...........? Group: Members Posts: 5,899 Joined: 24-March 06 From: SE PA, near Philly Member No.: 5,765 Region Association: North East States |
QUOTE(mepstein @ Dec 20 2010, 08:59 PM) You mean like this? What is the word that comes to mind.....????? Oh yeah - "gaudy" Does it glow in the dark? Pat |
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| Pat Garvey |
Dec 21 2010, 05:43 PM
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Do I or don't I...........? Group: Members Posts: 5,899 Joined: 24-March 06 From: SE PA, near Philly Member No.: 5,765 Region Association: North East States |
QUOTE(Eric_Shea @ Dec 21 2010, 05:02 PM) Count them... (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net-1110-1292968972.1.jpg) Lost count at 8! P |
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| Pat Garvey |
Dec 21 2010, 05:49 PM
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Do I or don't I...........? Group: Members Posts: 5,899 Joined: 24-March 06 From: SE PA, near Philly Member No.: 5,765 Region Association: North East States |
By the way, did any of you responders catch the one word that I used in the initial post question? That word was "purists".
I know that a couple of you kindly folk just love to (IMG:style_emoticons/default/stromberg.gif) on me, and that's OK. But the post really directed at "purists". My feelings aren't hurt, but I AM waiting for a Bliz response. If anyone wished to know about my "spats" - ask. They've been there for 30 years & have kept my rear valence perfect. P |
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| MDG |
Dec 21 2010, 05:52 PM
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Wolf in wolf's clothing. Group: Members Posts: 8,652 Joined: 3-February 09 From: Toronto Member No.: 10,018 Region Association: None |
QUOTE(Pat Garvey @ Dec 21 2010, 06:49 PM) If anyone wished to know about my "spats" - ask. They've been there for 30 years & have kept my rear valence perfect. P So after you drilled the holes . . . . did you curl up into the fetal position and rock back and forth for a few minutes? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif) |
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| Pat Garvey |
Dec 21 2010, 06:18 PM
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Do I or don't I...........? Group: Members Posts: 5,899 Joined: 24-March 06 From: SE PA, near Philly Member No.: 5,765 Region Association: North East States |
QUOTE(MDG @ Dec 21 2010, 06:52 PM) QUOTE(Pat Garvey @ Dec 21 2010, 06:49 PM) If anyone wished to know about my "spats" - ask. They've been there for 30 years & have kept my rear valence perfect. P So after you drilled the holes . . . . did you curl up into the fetal position and rock back and forth for a few minutes? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif) Nah, they're just tiny holes that I could patch if I ever wanted to. Not like drilling a massive hole for an antenna, or drilling numerous holes & re-wiring for rear fog. Actually, I guess it would be one fewer hole for the rear fog, but I just don't like it. BTW, these "spats" were made by Colgan back in the late 70's. They are soft vinyle coated & keep the abuse of gravel contained. Don't think they've been available for quite a while. I'll/have taken the gig for them. P |
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| URY914 |
Dec 21 2010, 06:24 PM
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I built the lightest 914 in the history of mankind. Group: Members Posts: 120,426 Joined: 3-February 03 From: Jacksonville, FL Member No.: 222 Region Association: None |
Do you still have the plastic clutch cable stop at the tranny end? I bet most cars have upgraded to metal ones by now.
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| MDG |
Dec 21 2010, 06:26 PM
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Wolf in wolf's clothing. Group: Members Posts: 8,652 Joined: 3-February 09 From: Toronto Member No.: 10,018 Region Association: None |
I'd like to see a pic from the other side. In the wheel-well shot above they actually look nice and tidy; very understated when compared to the average 'mud-flap'.
I like 'em. |
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| TJB/914 |
Dec 21 2010, 10:35 PM
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Mid-Engn. Group: Members Posts: 4,326 Joined: 24-February 03 From: Plymouth & Petoskey, MI Member No.: 346 Region Association: Upper MidWest
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QUOTE(Pat Garvey @ Dec 21 2010, 03:49 PM) By the way, did any of you responders catch the one word that I used in the initial post question? That word was "purists". I know that a couple of you kindly folk just love to (IMG:style_emoticons/default/stromberg.gif) on me, and that's OK. But the post really directed at "purists". My feelings aren't hurt, but I AM waiting for a Bliz response. If anyone wished to know about my "spats" - ask. They've been there for 30 years & have kept my rear valence perfect. P Hi Pat, I like it!!!! Bling, Bling. BTW: Merry Christmas to you and the wife. Your 914 Buddy, Tom |
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| JeffBowlsby |
Dec 21 2010, 11:54 PM
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914 Wiring Harnesses Group: Members Posts: 8,490 Joined: 7-January 03 From: San Ramon CA Member No.: 104 Region Association: None
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QUOTE(Pat Garvey @ Dec 21 2010, 03:39 PM) GASP! Horror of horrors! But I am not a purist....so I can live with it. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) You know you could have remained faithful...I bet Mr. Hussey still has some of these. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif) Attached thumbnail(s) 
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| mepstein |
Dec 22 2010, 05:44 AM
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914-6 GT in waiting Group: Members Posts: 19,256 Joined: 19-September 09 From: Landenberg, PA/Wilmington, DE Member No.: 10,825 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region
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QUOTE(Pat Garvey @ Dec 21 2010, 06:49 PM) By the way, did any of you responders catch the one word that I used in the initial post question? That word was "purists". I know that a couple of you kindly folk just love to (IMG:style_emoticons/default/stromberg.gif) on me, and that's OK. But the post really directed at "purists". My feelings aren't hurt, but I AM waiting for a Bliz response. If anyone wished to know about my "spats" - ask. They've been there for 30 years & have kept my rear valence perfect. P Pat - Not (IMG:style_emoticons/default/stromberg.gif) just (IMG:style_emoticons/default/stirthepot.gif) . Do you have a picture of your car that you can post? You showed some leg, now lets see what's under the dress. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/drooley.gif) Mark |
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| Eric_Shea |
Dec 22 2010, 12:27 PM
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PMB Performance Group: Admin Posts: 19,274 Joined: 3-September 03 From: Salt Lake City, UT Member No.: 1,110 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
QUOTE You know you could have remained faithful...I bet Mr. Hussey still has some of these. I have a set if anyone's interested... (factory like Jeff's pic, not the aftermarket ones on that red car!) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) Happy to help correct your errant ways Mr. G. |
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| mrgreenjeans |
Dec 22 2010, 03:10 PM
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mrgreenjeans Group: Members Posts: 213 Joined: 9-February 07 From: N.Dak. Member No.: 7,520 Region Association: Northstar Region |
QUOTE(Pat Garvey @ Dec 20 2010, 10:34 PM) Many of us on this forum like to think that our 914's are 100% original. There were some "sanctioned" aftermarket items that no one can really argue with - ski racks, ADDCO luggage racks, stripes, etc. Who has an "original" 914 with non-factory addons? Yes, I know that dealers were involved, but let's throw that under the bus. Who has something mounted on thier "original" 914 that was not provided by dealers? I have ONE thing. And I willl not part with it. It even required me to drill holes (the Horror!) Show me yours & I'll show you mine. Pat I do not have any pix of them, but see them advertised on ebay for vintage Porsche fitment. New old stock. They are damascene or engine turned kick guards that go on the bottom of the door where you may hit it with a foot getting out. In my mind they look a little too-over-the-top. Pre- Ricer era bling that may have found favor by some but most certainly ruined the look of an original interior. |
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| Pat Garvey |
Dec 22 2010, 09:02 PM
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Do I or don't I...........? Group: Members Posts: 5,899 Joined: 24-March 06 From: SE PA, near Philly Member No.: 5,765 Region Association: North East States |
QUOTE(Jeff Bowlsby @ Dec 22 2010, 12:54 AM) QUOTE(Pat Garvey @ Dec 21 2010, 03:39 PM) GASP! Horror of horrors! But I am not a purist....so I can live with it. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) You know you could have remained faithful...I bet Mr. Hussey still has some of these. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif) Yep, I could have had a set of those for free from an old 356 buddy (imagine THAT!), but they were so ugly. If I'd had an F-150, I woild have put them on that, but they still would have been ugly. I was just trying to spare my rear valence and chrome bumpers the ravages of rallies. Put 'em on & forgot about them, because they work. Here's a view from the other side - yes I DID go to the Sir Andy school of phography and, yes, I do have a small oil leak. Attached thumbnail(s) 
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