Finally - GT project, Build of 914-6 GT Options

[Mitox]

Nice job on the rotisserie...I would be interested in "renting" it in the future if that is an possibility. My friend sold the car to Forbes (so he could in turn provide it to you). I believe we spoke awhile back as you were "determining a course" for this car - looks like it is gaining momentum. Good job!

Tony

Yes, thanks for spending some time with me going over the project. Now I can see the path to paint, so I hope I can move quickly.

[Mitox]

Just gathered a few pieces over the past several weeks, and traveled to Hershey for the swap meet. I was somewhat disappointed with Hershey; seeing the cars was great, but the swap meet didn't match the hype. Maybe I expected too much. Anyway, the day after the meet, I purchased a Carrera front suspension in North Carolina.

The other parts collected include the center of the firewall, which I will use to make a cover for an access hole. I'm also awaiting shipment of a hook and grommet from one of the recent group buys.

[Cracker]

Looking good...make big piles of parts!

T

[Mitox]

Worked on the metamorphosing 914 most of the day today. Removing the rear suspension was easier than expected; three bolts and three nuts per side. I also removed the hood and rear trunk lid, so now to get it in the air for attaching it to the rotisserie.

I've decided to add an access panel on the firewall. The cover will be made from a section I purchased from 914 Ecology a few days ago. I've completed the rough trim on the cover; real happy with how it turned out.

[Mitox]

Can't decide whether or not to remove all of the old seem sealer in the trunk. I looks terrible, but its original. It may be interesting to keep the 41 year old fingerprint also.

[raynekat]

That just the way the factory did the seam sealer back in the day. I wouldn't touch it if it's good shape. It will grow on you I think. When I re-seam seal parts of my car, I'll try to replicate this unique factory application.

Oh...and the car looks great. Have a wonderful time with the re-do.

[Mitox]

I've finally been able to work on the GT again recently. I purchase an oil cooler from PMS and the shroud from QRS before starting the work to be sure I cut and weld in the correct locations. Here are a few pics of the progress.

[Mitox]

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[Mitox]

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[Mitox]

Saturday's project is to finish fitting the braces shown in the pic below, and weld them in. I really liked what Armando did to his car as shown in his "Last New 914-6 GT Project" thread, so I'm using his ideas.

I'll also weld in sheet metal for the floor defining the outlet vent for the cooler.

[Larmo63]

I'm doing all of these installs, actually I'm a bit ahead of you and done with them. I know what it takes to do this...

What you're doing looks great!!!!

[defianty]

Good work, I was going to make my front trunk floor cut a different size to that but after seeing yours I think that's the way to go. Thanks.

[Mitox]

Good work, I was going to make my front trunk floor cut a different size to that but after seeing yours I think that's the way to go. Thanks.

If I had access to a bead roller, the replacement sheet metal would have a wide channel bead in the middle to tie into small section remaining on the car.

[Mitox]

I have a question for those more wise than I - everyone.

When I removed the floor section, the tow hook went with it. I think if I replace it closer to the front of the car it will be blocked by the front valance under the bumper, and the valance would be destroyed if I ever used the tow hook. What do you think?

An alternative would be to leave the tow hook off, and use bolt on hooks that mount to the front suspension mounts. Do these tow hooks work well? Tarett has one that looks good.

Any input is appreciated. Thanks

[Mitox]

I'm doing all of these installs, actually I'm a bit ahead of you and done with them. I know what it takes to do this...

What you're doing looks great!!!!

It's my first time doing anything like this, so I'm moving incredibly slow. Do you have any pics of yours?

[SirAndy]

I'm a bit late to the party but for a period correct GT replica, Conda Green (26G) is the only green way to go.
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The Max&Moritz GTs were Conda Green and there is at least one car we know of (not a GT) that was delivered in Conda Green from the factory using the correct 26G paint tag instead of a 98 (Custom Color) tag. Even though Conda Green was never an official 914 color.

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[Larmo63]

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[mepstein]

Welcome & looks like your starting it right! What are you doing drivetrain wise

I found a 3.2 out of a wrecked '88 to slip in there.

Are you using the 915 trans

[Mitox]

Welcome & looks like your starting it right! What are you doing drivetrain wise

I found a 3.2 out of a wrecked '88 to slip in there.

Are you using the 915 trans

I want to use a 915, but I'll likely start out using the 901 and change it out later after it detonates.

[Mitox]

I'm a bit late to the party but for a period correct GT replica, Conda Green (26G) is the only green way to go.
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The Max&Moritz GTs were Conda Green and there is at least one car we know of (not a GT) that was delivered in Conda Green from the factory using the correct 26G paint tag instead of a 98 (Custom Color) tag. Even though Conda Green was never an official 914 color.

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Conda is in the running still. I purchased a few custom mix spray bombs, so I can paint samples for comparison. I have three colors to try: conda green, viper green, and 2D8 green from 2007.