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> MY 71 Restoration, Restoration of a 1971 914/4
Cairo94507
post Jul 17 2015, 03:39 PM
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What the heck? That car needs an exorcism and quick so it does not hurt itself any more. "The power of Porsche compels you!"
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post Jul 17 2015, 03:49 PM
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Oh No! Hopefully no damage, looks like the paint did ok.
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post Jul 17 2015, 04:03 PM
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That's crazy!
I didn't think that was possible with those "sealed" type batteries.
Any word on how or why something like this would happen?
Hopefully you've contacted Odyssey directly?
I'm thinking this is really a rare occurrence....
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post Jul 17 2015, 05:36 PM
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QUOTE(raynekat @ Jul 17 2015, 04:03 PM) *

That's crazy!
I didn't think that was possible with those "sealed" type batteries.
Any word on how or why something like this would happen?
Hopefully you've contacted Odyssey directly?
I'm thinking this is really a rare occurrence....


Two theories:

One is that it overheated being in the engine compartment.

The other is that the alt is putting out too many amps even though the voltage shows 13.5 at the battery.

Not sure how to check either really.

Batteries Plus is exchanging the battery either way. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) It does suck to have to deal with figuring out another issue, and to have to deal with more paint repair though!
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post Jul 17 2015, 05:47 PM
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Two theories:

One is that it overheated being in the engine compartment.

The other is that the alt is putting out too many amps even though the voltage shows 13.5 at the battery.

Not sure how to check either really.

Batteries Plus is exchanging the battery either way. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) It does suck to have to deal with figuring out another issue, and to have to deal with more paint repair though!


Again, I'd contact Odyssey directly as they know most about their own batteries especially the overheating scenario.

A voltmeter can tell you what your alternator is putting out.
It's a necessary gauge for these older cars....

Yep, sorry about the paint repairs.
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post Jul 22 2015, 07:22 PM
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Today I decided to go ahead and change out the dash face vinyl at the recomendation of several of you. Was not bad as I thought it was going to be.

I did however manage to get finger prints all over! Going to have to spend some time cleaning. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

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I just noticed that one of the gromets for the pedals on my carpet is broken. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif)
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post Jul 22 2015, 09:19 PM
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Karl - That looks very nice - good job as always.
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post Jul 23 2015, 07:00 PM
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Beautiful job on your restoration, love the color as stated by many.

Honey Hole........ (IMG:style_emoticons/default/drooley.gif)

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post Jul 31 2015, 07:27 PM
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A while back, I made up all versions of the tire pressure decals. Today, I finally got around to printing some up on foil and installed the 1971 version on my expansion tank.

Not the greatest quality pictures though.

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post Aug 1 2015, 04:33 PM
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Just for the 914 World audience, I spent some time with this car and it's owner earlier this week. Karl does beautiful work, very thorough and painstaking. He was gracious enough to let me look at how a complete 914 should look and give me some tips on the project I'm considering. Mine would not be show car quality like this one, but it will be a very clean, issue free and completely functional "driver".

Thanks, Karl!! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/pray.gif)
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post Aug 6 2015, 05:31 PM
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Today, I picked up a stock muffler I found a few weeks ago from the powder coater, and replaced the Bursch unit with it. I think it is actually may be for a 411 wagon due to the longer outlet pipe, but it looks like it might work with the 6 rear valance. If so, I'll run it until I can find a good early 4 cyl valance. I also dropped the car off at my mechanic to figure out what caused the battery to blow its' top. We are thinking that the voltage regulator is faulty.

All I pretty much have to do is install the rear valance and knock out a couple small items on the "To Do" list, and the car will be finished. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif)

I plan on showing it at the Ed Carroll Show on the 23rd.

http://www.edcarrollvw.com/westfest-carshow.htm

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post Aug 6 2015, 10:16 PM
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(IMG:style_emoticons/default/first.gif) Terrific build and a great car. Enjoy.
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post Aug 7 2015, 10:02 AM
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I'm gonna try and make it up to the show. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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post Aug 18 2015, 06:00 PM
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Got the short valance back today from the painter, so I put it on the car. I'll run it until I can get an early 4cyl snow shovel.

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If any of you are close to Peter ( 0396 ) in the Baldwin Park area of California, and are willing to pick up and ship the one he has, PM me please. I'll cover the costs.

http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=262375

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post Aug 18 2015, 06:57 PM
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I'm going with the shorter rear valance on my 71 restoration project.
I think the "snow shovel" has too many issues.....one being holding too much heat in the rear portion of the car.

Your car is looking very nice.
Keep up the great work.
I'm archiving some of your post to help me with my restoration.
Yours is that good. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif)
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post Aug 19 2015, 01:52 PM
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Getting it ready for a local show this Sunday. It's looking pretty good.

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post Aug 19 2015, 01:58 PM
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Good Luck at the car show....You have a WINNER there....Very Nice!!!
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Here are a couple 914s from last year's show. I'm not sure if the owners are members here, but they had a couple of very clean cars.

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post Aug 19 2015, 04:09 PM
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I'm going to try and make it up for the show. I'll look for you for sure. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smilie_pokal.gif)
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