MY 71 Restoration, Restoration of a 1971 914/4 |
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MY 71 Restoration, Restoration of a 1971 914/4 |
Cairo94507 |
Jul 17 2015, 03:39 PM
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Michael Group: Members Posts: 9,650 Joined: 1-November 08 From: Auburn, CA Member No.: 9,712 Region Association: Northern California |
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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Ferg |
Jul 17 2015, 03:49 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,948 Joined: 8-January 03 From: Boulder CO Member No.: 116 Region Association: None |
Oh No! Hopefully no damage, looks like the paint did ok.
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raynekat |
Jul 17 2015, 04:03 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,146 Joined: 30-December 14 From: BORING, Oregon Member No.: 18,263 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
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.... |
rangrbob |
Jul 17 2015, 05:36 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 170 Joined: 11-October 12 From: Loveland, CO Member No.: 15,027 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
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! |
raynekat |
Jul 17 2015, 05:47 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,146 Joined: 30-December 14 From: BORING, Oregon Member No.: 18,263 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
QUOTE 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. |
rangrbob |
Jul 22 2015, 07:22 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 170 Joined: 11-October 12 From: Loveland, CO Member No.: 15,027 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
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) I just noticed that one of the gromets for the pedals on my carpet is broken. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif) |
Cairo94507 |
Jul 22 2015, 09:19 PM
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Michael Group: Members Posts: 9,650 Joined: 1-November 08 From: Auburn, CA Member No.: 9,712 Region Association: Northern California |
Karl - That looks very nice - good job as always.
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arkitect |
Jul 23 2015, 07:00 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 617 Joined: 3-March 10 From: Stockton, CA Member No.: 11,426 Region Association: None |
Beautiful job on your restoration, love the color as stated by many.
Honey Hole........ (IMG:style_emoticons/default/drooley.gif) Dave |
rangrbob |
Jul 31 2015, 07:27 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 170 Joined: 11-October 12 From: Loveland, CO Member No.: 15,027 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
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. |
srreality |
Aug 1 2015, 04:33 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 73 Joined: 14-July 15 From: Colorado Member No.: 18,957 Region Association: None |
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) |
rangrbob |
Aug 6 2015, 05:31 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 170 Joined: 11-October 12 From: Loveland, CO Member No.: 15,027 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
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 |
Cairo94507 |
Aug 6 2015, 10:16 PM
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Michael Group: Members Posts: 9,650 Joined: 1-November 08 From: Auburn, CA Member No.: 9,712 Region Association: Northern California |
(IMG:style_emoticons/default/first.gif) Terrific build and a great car. Enjoy.
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Ferg |
Aug 7 2015, 10:02 AM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,948 Joined: 8-January 03 From: Boulder CO Member No.: 116 Region Association: None |
I'm gonna try and make it up to the show. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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rangrbob |
Aug 18 2015, 06:00 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 170 Joined: 11-October 12 From: Loveland, CO Member No.: 15,027 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
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.
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 Karl |
raynekat |
Aug 18 2015, 06:57 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,146 Joined: 30-December 14 From: BORING, Oregon Member No.: 18,263 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
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) |
rangrbob |
Aug 19 2015, 01:52 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 170 Joined: 11-October 12 From: Loveland, CO Member No.: 15,027 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
Getting it ready for a local show this Sunday. It's looking pretty good.
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johnhora |
Aug 19 2015, 01:58 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 864 Joined: 7-January 03 From: Derby City KY Member No.: 107 Region Association: None |
Good Luck at the car show....You have a WINNER there....Very Nice!!!
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Phoenix914 |
Aug 19 2015, 02:03 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 389 Joined: 6-December 06 From: Oviedo, FL Member No.: 7,322 Region Association: South East States |
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rangrbob |
Aug 19 2015, 02:21 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 170 Joined: 11-October 12 From: Loveland, CO Member No.: 15,027 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
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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Ferg |
Aug 19 2015, 04:09 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,948 Joined: 8-January 03 From: Boulder CO Member No.: 116 Region Association: None |
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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