Front turn signal buckets, Which would YOU prefer? |
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Front turn signal buckets, Which would YOU prefer? |
Pat Garvey |
Jan 11 2011, 08:21 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 |
So, about six monthe ago I had an opportunity o purchase some brand new, unused, original front turn signal buckets. Nothing wrong with mine (see photos), but I can't seem to pass up factory new parts. They cost me a bundle, and I didn't need them. Some would call me stupid, and they just may be correct.
So, I'm debating. Plae the new factory pieces on the 914, or stay with theones I have (which look better to me). See the pics & tell me what you think. Pat Attached image(s) |
MDG |
Jan 11 2011, 09:04 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 |
How does the plating inside your originals look, Pat? If it's still perfect I'd leave them in and put the others on a shelf as a safety net against an errant stone.
I bought a pair of NOS Euro buckets for my flared car and I couldn't believe the quality of the inside of them. I guess it's been so many decades since I saw ones that good. |
Tom_T |
Jan 11 2011, 09:40 PM
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TMI.... Group: Members Posts: 8,318 Joined: 19-March 09 From: Orange, CA Member No.: 10,181 Region Association: Southern California |
Well the outer bucket on the one on the right looks to be pretty pristine, but maybe too much so on a preservation 40+/- year old 914.
The one on the left isn't bad either - considering age, and that there was some color variance on the outer finish. I agree that the silverized reflectors' condition is maybe more important to light performance, even if not visible from the outside. For comparison, these are the one's on Steve's Sahara Beige with only 23k - which looks similar to the one on the left (if you can see the bucket up past the rubber boot etc.) ..... What say you? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/shades.gif) |
dr914@autoatlanta.com |
Jan 12 2011, 09:31 AM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 7,835 Joined: 3-January 07 From: atlanta georgia Member No.: 7,418 Region Association: None |
If you do not need the money, install the new factory parts and sell the used. The new factory parts can only make your car better and if you plan on keeping it for the rest of your life, there is nothing sweeter than continuing to install new old stock or new parts. I LOVE doing it and every time I find parts like that have my bevy of beauties to update (except for that 5006 mile willow green six which is pretty perfect!!!!!!!!
Have you changed your Hilton Head reservation so we can mount a team effort for Savannah and show them what avid 914 concours enthusiasts are all about?" So, about six monthe ago I had an opportunity o purchase some brand new, unused, original front turn signal buckets. Nothing wrong with mine (see photos), but I can't seem to pass up factory new parts. They cost me a bundle, and I didn't need them. Some would call me stupid, and they just may be correct. So, I'm debating. Plae the new factory pieces on the 914, or stay with theones I have (which look better to me). See the pics & tell me what you think. Pat |
Bleyseng |
Jan 12 2011, 10:13 AM
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Aircooled Baby! Group: Members Posts: 13,034 Joined: 27-December 02 From: Seattle, Washington (for now) Member No.: 24 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
someone backed into my passenger turn signal last year and it had to dig out of the stash my last NOS bucket. I think I paid $5 for it....
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Pat Garvey |
Jan 12 2011, 05:30 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 |
Well the outer bucket on the one on the right looks to be pretty pristine, but maybe too much so on a preservation 40+/- year old 914. The one on the left isn't bad either - considering age, and that there was some color variance on the outer finish. I agree that the silverized reflectors' condition is maybe more important to light performance, even if not visible from the outside. For comparison, these are the one's on Steve's Sahara Beige with only 23k - which looks similar to the one on the left (if you can see the bucket up past the rubber boot etc.) ..... What say you? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/shades.gif) I say there's unacceptable dust on that boot! Kidding! I can't say that the originals have had any degradation of the reflectors over the new, but that's because I replace the seal regularly. Quite frankly, I prefer the finish that I put on my originals, though it isn't factory, but I'll go with the new ones. Have new hardware & fasteners to boost it. |
Pat Garvey |
Jan 12 2011, 07:04 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 |
If you do not need the money, install the new factory parts and sell the used. The new factory parts can only make your car better and if you plan on keeping it for the rest of your life, there is nothing sweeter than continuing to install new old stock or new parts. I LOVE doing it and every time I find parts like that have my bevy of beauties to update (except for that 5006 mile willow green six which is pretty perfect!!!!!!!! Have you changed your Hilton Head reservation so we can mount a team effort for Savannah and show them what avid 914 concours enthusiasts are all about?" So, about six monthe ago I had an opportunity o purchase some brand new, unused, original front turn signal buckets. Nothing wrong with mine (see photos), but I can't seem to pass up factory new parts. They cost me a bundle, and I didn't need them. Some would call me stupid, and they just may be correct. So, I'm debating. Plae the new factory pieces on the 914, or stay with theones I have (which look better to me). See the pics & tell me what you think. Pat George - PM Me Pat |
tod914 |
Jan 18 2011, 05:25 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 3,755 Joined: 19-January 03 From: Lincoln Park, NJ Member No.: 170 |
Love putting NOS parts on. Finding them is 1/2 the fun. Go for it. I was lucky enough to procure a set of NOS tail light assemblies w/lenses to replace the melted/cracked buckets on my current car. George dug up some NOS fuel injection rails for me as well. Which I thought was a going to be a search in vain. Now if I could only find a NOS rear bumper. What was the out come on your gas tank Pat? Prepping the car for some 2011 events?
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Pat Garvey |
Jan 19 2011, 07:18 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 |
Love putting NOS parts on. Finding them is 1/2 the fun. Go for it. I was lucky enough to procure a set of NOS tail light assemblies w/lenses to replace the melted/cracked buckets on my current car. George dug up some NOS fuel injection rails for me as well. Which I thought was a going to be a search in vain. Now if I could only find a NOS rear bumper. What was the out come on your gas tank Pat? Prepping the car for some 2011 events? Doen't look likely. I'll be shipping my 914 off to one of the remaining originally trained 914 people in Cincinnati soon. All the new parts will go with it (may need a second truck). It will not need any body work - only mechanicals. I've finally realized that I need help from someone I truely trust. It may see the light of day in running fashion late in the summer. All of the injection system will need to be replaced, but I have all new parts for every single piece. Not even much cleanup necessary. Depends on the availability hour of the mechanic. BTW, the gas tank is now perfect & ready for install. I'll probably do that before shipping the car. Thanks for your help on this! Pat |
IronHillRestorations |
Jan 19 2011, 09:22 PM
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I. I. R. C. Group: Members Posts: 6,716 Joined: 18-March 03 From: West TN Member No.: 439 Region Association: None |
Sorry to disagree, but I say install the cherry used ones and bank the perfect NOS ones. You won't regret it if you need it later.
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championgt1 |
Jan 19 2011, 10:37 PM
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Don't embarrass me Filmore! Group: Members Posts: 2,680 Joined: 3-January 07 From: Tacoma, Washington Member No.: 7,420 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
Sorry to disagree, but I say install the cherry used ones and bank the perfect NOS ones. You won't regret it if you need it later. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) I would do this as well. |
tod914 |
Jan 20 2011, 08:30 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 3,755 Joined: 19-January 03 From: Lincoln Park, NJ Member No.: 170 |
My pleasure with the tank Pat. Glad it worked out for you. Will be anxious to see your car when it's back on the road. Hopefully you'll be able to attend either the New Hope PA show or the Aircooled Gathering this year.
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