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post Jan 22 2015, 12:34 AM
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So I finely got the engine running (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif) I don't have an exhaust system, gauges or coolant as yet. I bought a water manifold from "Toy-Jet" and the dam thing leaks.
Its the first design unit so I have to fix it or send it back. I tested the cooling system using compressed air to be sure it was sound. That "toy-Jet" piece of crap. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/barf.gif)
The picture doesn't really show how poorly the part is welded and manufactured, no wonder this design has been scraped. Can't wait to here what they have to say.
Sorry guys but this really pisses me off !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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post Jan 23 2015, 12:25 AM
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Those Knuckleheads at Toy-jet, 2 days no one answers the phone or calls back (IMG:style_emoticons/default/hissyfit.gif)
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post Jan 23 2015, 10:29 PM
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Still no one home at "ToyJet" So I decided to fix it myself. To be sure I had to set up an off the car test gig.
I don't have a good aluminium welder but I only need to fill a very small area. Looks like its good to go now. I filled the manifold with compressed air 30 psi and no bubbles (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif) I'll keep trying to contact "ToyJet" just to see if anyone is around. Just had a clutch line made up, I'll post some picks soon. I was also able to replace the rear wheel bearings ( Carrera 4s ) they are larger & twice the price (IMG:style_emoticons/default/hissyfit.gif) than the base 996 & Boxster.
Its getting close (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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post Jan 23 2015, 11:17 PM
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Welded the hole (second Pic ) up but it still leaked, so I ground out that patch and turned up the heat on the welder and nuked that little hole, no more leak (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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post Jan 24 2015, 12:37 AM
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QUOTE(drive-ability @ Jan 23 2015, 09:17 PM) *

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Welded the hole (second Pic ) up but it still leaked, so I ground out that patch and turned up the heat on the welder and nuked that little hole, no more leak (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)


I dig this project. Clearly outside the box. I like it!!!
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post Jan 24 2015, 11:50 PM
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I got the engine running today and it all looks good. Still have a ton of work
to do.

I still haven't heard a thing from "Toy jet" they are a joke
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post Jan 26 2015, 01:58 PM
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post Feb 19 2015, 10:56 PM
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As you know I have a large opening behind the seats, here is a progress picture of my firewall. I'm trying to make it sturdy as well as have a good seal. Going to add some more structure and do a lot of grinding. Just waiting on my shifter should be here in a week or so .

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post Mar 30 2015, 02:54 PM
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Still working on the details, reworking the computer wiring harness and moving the ECM to the rear of the car. Replaced the old relays with a newer . The telecom wire was solid and I needed a fine wire to make it work so I dropped the idea. Rounded the firewall opening and added a gasket. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sawzall-smiley.gif)


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post Mar 30 2015, 05:40 PM
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post Apr 6 2015, 09:13 PM
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I went for a short drive around the neighbourhood and mostly everything worked great. The engine seems to have a miss / popping via the exhaust valve side. I have to look into this before driving again. I may have a pushrod issue.
The trans shifted well but I was driving under 40 mph.

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post Apr 17 2015, 10:45 PM
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(IMG:style_emoticons/default/welder.gif) Another short video of the project.


video of my car
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post Apr 18 2015, 12:06 AM
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It's all good. Everything is going to be fine.
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post Apr 18 2015, 12:14 AM
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Awesome! The craftsmanship in this car is just amazing. Congrats on the drive!
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post Apr 18 2015, 12:38 AM
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Xlnt good Stuff ! ยก
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post Apr 18 2015, 07:31 AM
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Looking good,a personal rocket sled.
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Steady progress from determined effort,well done.
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Any updates on the 914 ?
Building a car like this is extremely labor intensive...enquiring minds want to know (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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Any updates on the 914 ?
Building a car like this is extremely labor intensive...enquiring minds want to know (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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I've been working on my house and had to put the car away from nowm (IMG:style_emoticons/default/mad.gif)
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