Qarl's NEW 914-6-GT Street Car Conversion Thread, 2014 Progress Thread |
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Qarl's NEW 914-6-GT Street Car Conversion Thread, 2014 Progress Thread |
Qarl |
Mar 14 2014, 10:16 PM
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Shriveled member Group: Benefactors Posts: 5,233 Joined: 8-February 03 From: Florida Member No.: 271 Region Association: None |
A continuation of the original thread...
914 GT Build Thread 2014 Progress Thread... Figure I'd post some pics... In between I've been sorting out the body... basically marking up problems with a sharpie and noting all my issues for the new body guy. I've been mock fitting some fiberglass rocker panels and valences. Drilling holes for oil lines in driver's rocker area. I also fitted the front oil cooler shroud. Today I had to do some fitment of the Engman inner longs. I had to punch holes for the Rich Johnson Engine mount through-bolts that are inside the tub... and trim some areas that were a little tight, etc. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/dl.dropboxusercontent.com-271-1394857002.1.jpg) Here are doors, bumpers and Engman inner long stiffening kits. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/dl.dropboxusercontent.com-271-1394857005.2.jpg) I admired Dr. Evil's Tranny work... (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/dl.dropboxusercontent.com-271-1394857006.3.jpg) Dusted off the 3.2L Short Stroke, with 98mm P&Cs, modified S-cams, 46mm Webers, and a bunch of internal goodies... (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/dl.dropboxusercontent.com-271-1394857007.4.jpg) (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/dl.dropboxusercontent.com-271-1394857009.5.jpg) (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/dl.dropboxusercontent.com-271-1394857231.1.jpg) A new "Lost Warehouse" discovered... Almost everything refurbished or new. I've spent 3-4 days sorting through ALL the parts. Placing things in bins by body area (brakes, transmission, electrical, trim, interior, oil, fuel, etc.) (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/dl.dropboxusercontent.com-271-1394857011.7.jpg) (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/dl.dropboxusercontent.com-271-1394857013.8.jpg) (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/dl.dropboxusercontent.com-271-1394857273.1.jpg) |
biosurfer1 |
Mar 14 2014, 10:27 PM
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Teener fo Life! Group: Members Posts: 3,020 Joined: 3-August 03 From: Roseville, CA Member No.: 977 Region Association: Northern California |
You've had THAT engine sitting in your garage for years?!?! That thing is motivation enough!
Good luck Karl! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif) |
speed metal army |
Mar 14 2014, 10:40 PM
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Waiting for the rain to stop... Group: Members Posts: 1,058 Joined: 4-September 10 From: PNW Member No.: 12,137 Region Association: Canada |
Nice stuff! I love new goodies. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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Qarl |
Mar 14 2014, 10:55 PM
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Shriveled member Group: Benefactors Posts: 5,233 Joined: 8-February 03 From: Florida Member No.: 271 Region Association: None |
I almost forgot one of the added benefits of the new garage!
Free flowing BEER (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/dl.dropboxusercontent.com-271-1394859341.1.jpg) I built an electric brewery a couple of years ago! (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/dl.dropboxusercontent.com-271-1394859343.2.jpg) |
rick 918-S |
Mar 14 2014, 11:30 PM
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Hey nice rack! -Celette Group: Members Posts: 20,354 Joined: 30-December 02 From: Now in Superior WI Member No.: 43 Region Association: Northstar Region |
Oh ya! You'll get a lot of volunteers when it comes time to assemble that bad boy! Free flowing beer.... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/happy11.gif)
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CptTripps |
Mar 15 2014, 02:25 AM
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:: Punch and Pie :: Group: Members Posts: 3,584 Joined: 26-December 04 From: Mentor, OH Member No.: 3,342 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
That's pretty great. I don't drink, but I'm great at buying/pouring, and can appreciate good engineering.
...the car stuff is nice too. |
GeorgeRud |
Mar 15 2014, 07:18 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 3,725 Joined: 27-July 05 From: Chicagoland Member No.: 4,482 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
Looks like you're ready for assembly. That car should be a rockets hip when it's done!
Enjoy the build in good health. |
TheCabinetmaker |
Mar 15 2014, 07:57 AM
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I drive my car everyday Group: Members Posts: 8,299 Joined: 8-May 03 From: Tulsa, Ok. Member No.: 666 |
I've followed this and your life with your son since the beginning. I think one of those parts on the shelf are from me. Great to see you back.
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Luke M |
Mar 15 2014, 10:10 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,366 Joined: 8-February 05 From: WNY Member No.: 3,574 Region Association: North East States |
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Speedmster |
Mar 15 2014, 10:29 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 62 Joined: 19-September 07 From: Louisville, Ky Member No.: 8,132 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
Karl, I'm glad to see your project has re-ignited. I remember going to your website and reading about your build. Very nice. That new garage you've built with your house is awesome!
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JeffBowlsby |
Mar 15 2014, 10:36 AM
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914 Wiring Harnesses Group: Members Posts: 8,439 Joined: 7-January 03 From: San Ramon CA Member No.: 104 Region Association: None |
(IMG:style_emoticons/default/drooley.gif) Get 'er done!
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TJB/914 |
Mar 15 2014, 10:40 AM
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Mid-Engn. Group: Members Posts: 4,323 Joined: 24-February 03 From: Plymouth & Petoskey, MI Member No.: 346 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
I almost forgot one of the added benefits of the new garage! Free flowing BEER (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/dl.dropboxusercontent.com-271-1394859341.1.jpg) I built an electric brewery a couple of years ago! (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/dl.dropboxusercontent.com-271-1394859343.2.jpg) Karl & I just shared emails about cars, family's, etc & it's wonderful to have Karl back!! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/pray.gif) Met Karl back in 2004 & he is still the same old Karl we love. Welcome back Karl. Tom Attached image(s) |
wndsnd |
Mar 15 2014, 10:41 AM
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You wanted a horse, but got a goat. Nobody wants a goat.... Group: Members Posts: 2,861 Joined: 12-February 12 From: North Shore, MA Member No.: 14,124 Region Association: North East States |
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Ferg |
Mar 15 2014, 11:21 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 |
Wow, fun build. I had that exact motor that was supposed to go into my Carrera, then they became to valuable to modify. Never got to use it (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif) . That's gonna SCREAM when done.
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mepstein |
Mar 15 2014, 11:47 AM
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914-6 GT in waiting Group: Members Posts: 19,142 Joined: 19-September 09 From: Landenberg, PA/Wilmington, DE Member No.: 10,825 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
Always liked this pic (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif)
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spare time toys |
Mar 15 2014, 08:41 PM
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hooked on grilling food. Group: Members Posts: 4,059 Joined: 3-April 04 From: West Plano Tx Member No.: 1,884 Region Association: Southwest Region |
As I was looking at the photos of parts all I could think is how smart it was to pre buy all those parts way back when because if you had to get them today $$$$$. Buy and sit its a good plan. lol. Once again welcome back.
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bcheney |
Mar 16 2014, 11:19 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,341 Joined: 16-November 03 From: Orlando, FL Member No.: 1,348 Region Association: South East States |
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Mark Henry |
Mar 16 2014, 11:44 AM
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that's what I do! Group: Members Posts: 20,065 Joined: 27-December 02 From: Port Hope, Ontario Member No.: 26 Region Association: Canada |
Nice! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif)
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Montreal914 |
Mar 16 2014, 12:00 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,532 Joined: 8-August 10 From: Claremont, CA Member No.: 12,023 Region Association: Southern California |
Beautiful project and nice setup! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer.gif)
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Qarl |
Mar 16 2014, 06:05 PM
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Shriveled member Group: Benefactors Posts: 5,233 Joined: 8-February 03 From: Florida Member No.: 271 Region Association: None |
Started cleaning up grinding the edges of the chassis reinforcements (a lot of slopping welds and splatter).
(IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/dl.dropboxusercontent.com-271-1395014716.1.jpg) (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/dl.dropboxusercontent.com-271-1395014719.2.jpg) (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/dl.dropboxusercontent.com-271-1395014720.3.jpg) I located the oil cooler hose holes in the driver's longitudinal and the front wheel well. Have to still drill in the footwell. I grafted two round grommets together into a figure-8 to fit in the center triangle. (no pics), but it will work out well (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/dl.dropboxusercontent.com-271-1395014721.4.jpg) (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/dl.dropboxusercontent.com-271-1395014722.5.jpg) (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/dl.dropboxusercontent.com-271-1395014723.6.jpg) I also pulled out the grommet that the fuel lines go through in the front of the tunnel. Will clean it up and enlarge the holes in preparation of installing Tangerine's stainless fuel lines! (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/dl.dropboxusercontent.com-271-1395014870.1.jpg) |
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