Home  |  Forums  |  914 Info  |  Blogs
 
914World.com - The fastest growing online 914 community!
 
Porsche, and the Porsche crest are registered trademarks of Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG. This site is not affiliated with Porsche in any way.
Its only purpose is to provide an online forum for car enthusiasts. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.
 

Welcome Guest ( Log In | Register )

> looking for DIY mentor, someone to help me work on my car
frankieshooz
post Oct 18 2016, 11:20 PM
Post #1


Member
**

Group: Members
Posts: 83
Joined: 23-September 14
From: Mill Valley, CA
Member No.: 17,945
Region Association: Northern California
Ok...I don't know if this is a cool thing to ask (don't want to step on any shop owners toes) Rather than just taking my car to a shop, I'm looking for a competent, knowledgable, mechanic/technician/engineer who would be willing to help me work on my car in my garage for various projects. Perhaps someone who is a currently employed Porsche technician who may be willing to moonlight on the side for an agreed upon hourly rate...help me actually finish a project for once! (I'm really good at taking things apart!!! not too good at putting them back together). I want it to be fun, casual and educational...I would feel better having someone who really knows their shit about these cars and offer their guidance as I am a complete newbie concerning the 914...
I'm in North Bay area...LMK if you are interested in this or know of anyone.
User is offlineProfile CardPM
Go to the top of the page
+Quote Post
2 Pages V  1 2 >  
 Reply to this topicStart new topic
Replies(1 - 19)
injunmort
post Oct 18 2016, 11:27 PM
Post #2


Senior Member
***

Group: Members
Posts: 1,024
Joined: 12-April 10
From: sugarloaf ny
Member No.: 11,604
Region Association: North East States
your on the wrong coast or i would volunteer
User is offlineProfile CardPM
Go to the top of the page
+Quote Post
euro911
post Oct 19 2016, 02:42 AM
Post #3


Retired & living the dream. God help me if I wake up!
*****

Group: Members
Posts: 8,849
Joined: 2-December 06
From: So.Cal. & No.AZ (USA)
Member No.: 7,300
Region Association: Southern California
I'm in So Cal, but there are a lot of members up in your neck of the woods. I'm sure they'll be chiming in shortly ...
User is offlineProfile CardPM
Go to the top of the page
+Quote Post
frankieshooz
post Oct 19 2016, 11:38 AM
Post #4


Member
**

Group: Members
Posts: 83
Joined: 23-September 14
From: Mill Valley, CA
Member No.: 17,945
Region Association: Northern California
ok... thanks for not flaming me.... ok nor cal guys.... lmk...
User is offlineProfile CardPM
Go to the top of the page
+Quote Post
tygaboy
post Oct 19 2016, 11:46 AM
Post #5


914 Guru
*****

Group: Members
Posts: 5,298
Joined: 6-October 15
From: Petaluma, CA
Member No.: 19,241
Region Association: Northern California
I'm in Petaluma but have a day job and other stuff that keeps me too busy to come work with you...

But, I'd be happy to help in any way I can. If you don't find exactly what you're looking for:

I just took delivery of a '74 1.8 that needs some service work (brakes, clutch, etc.). If a "watch/help/learn" (no charge! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) ) on my car would work as a way to get you up to speed to do things on your own, let me know.

At the very least, meeting other local teeners is always a good thing!

Chris
User is offlineProfile CardPM
Go to the top of the page
+Quote Post
7TPorsh
post Oct 19 2016, 12:03 PM
Post #6


7T Porsh
****

Group: Members
Posts: 2,691
Joined: 27-March 06
From: Glendale Ca
Member No.: 5,782
Region Association: Southern California
I was a newbie to the 914 when I bought it in 2006. Friends thought I was nuts. 914world was and is my mentor. If I need advice, I come here. If I need parts, I come here.
It's nice to have some help but I have found that working on my own at my own pace has been rewarding. Once you start working on it and attending some local events you will meet people with similar interest.
User is offlineProfile CardPM
Go to the top of the page
+Quote Post
Amphicar770
post Oct 19 2016, 12:19 PM
Post #7


Senior Member
***

Group: Members
Posts: 1,195
Joined: 20-April 10
From: PA, USA
Member No.: 11,639
Region Association: MidAtlantic Region
Everyone starts somewhere so there is no shame in asking for help.

It may be hard to find someone who spends 8-10 hours a day turning wrenches who will want to do the same thing after work. At the same time, there are tons of knowledgeable individuals here, and in your local club, who are more than willing to lend their expertise and assistance. Don't worry if you do not know exactly what you are doing, get in there and you will be amazed at how helpful everyone in this community really is.
User is offlineProfile CardPM
Go to the top of the page
+Quote Post
ottox914
post Oct 19 2016, 12:26 PM
Post #8


The glory that once was.
***

Group: Members
Posts: 1,302
Joined: 15-December 03
From: Mahtomedi, MN
Member No.: 1,438
Region Association: Upper MidWest
Shame you're not closer to MN...
User is offlineProfile CardPM
Go to the top of the page
+Quote Post
frankieshooz
post Oct 19 2016, 12:37 PM
Post #9


Member
**

Group: Members
Posts: 83
Joined: 23-September 14
From: Mill Valley, CA
Member No.: 17,945
Region Association: Northern California
QUOTE(tygaboy @ Oct 19 2016, 10:46 AM) *

I'm in Petaluma but have a day job and other stuff that keeps me too busy to come work with you...

But, I'd be happy to help in any way I can. If you don't find exactly what you're looking for:

I just took delivery of a '74 1.8 that needs some service work (brakes, clutch, etc.). If a "watch/help/learn" (no charge! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) ) on my car would work as a way to get you up to speed to do things on your own, let me know.

At the very least, meeting other local teeners is always a good thing!

Chris



Chris,,

LOL, I literally just sent you a reply whilst browsing threads and seeing your new purchase! Congrats BTW. Anyway, that's me that left a reply. I'd love to hang out sometime..I'll drive up LMK when you have some time! Cheers
User is offlineProfile CardPM
Go to the top of the page
+Quote Post
Jeffs9146
post Oct 19 2016, 12:59 PM
Post #10


Ski Bum
****

Group: Members
Posts: 4,062
Joined: 10-January 03
From: Discovery Bay, Ca
Member No.: 128
I would make a list of things you need to get done. Post it here and pick one at a time to work on. Ask questions about that item and see what comes up. If you don't feel comfortable doing the work, there are a lot of people who will come and help for brew and food. Make a gathering around a few items and you will be surprised how fast it will come together.

I put on 2 work parties and a transmission clinic to finish my car. For me it was more about motivation than knowledge but people showed up to help! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/jsharp.gif)


Attached thumbnail(s)
Attached Image

Attached image(s)
Attached Image
User is offlineProfile CardPM
Go to the top of the page
+Quote Post
Mikey914
post Oct 19 2016, 01:04 PM
Post #11


The rubber man
**********

Group: Members
Posts: 12,671
Joined: 27-December 04
From: Hillsboro, OR
Member No.: 3,348
Region Association: None
Work party with beer and pizza.
Just make sure the beer is after the work (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
User is offlineProfile CardPM
Go to the top of the page
+Quote Post
tygaboy
post Oct 19 2016, 01:35 PM
Post #12


914 Guru
*****

Group: Members
Posts: 5,298
Joined: 6-October 15
From: Petaluma, CA
Member No.: 19,241
Region Association: Northern California
QUOTE(frankieshooz @ Oct 19 2016, 11:37 AM) *

QUOTE(tygaboy @ Oct 19 2016, 10:46 AM) *

I'm in Petaluma but have a day job and other stuff that keeps me too busy to come work with you...

But, I'd be happy to help in any way I can. If you don't find exactly what you're looking for:

I just took delivery of a '74 1.8 that needs some service work (brakes, clutch, etc.). If a "watch/help/learn" (no charge! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) ) on my car would work as a way to get you up to speed to do things on your own, let me know.

At the very least, meeting other local teeners is always a good thing!

Chris



Chris,,

LOL, I literally just sent you a reply whilst browsing threads and seeing your new purchase! Congrats BTW. Anyway, that's me that left a reply. I'd love to hang out sometime..I'll drive up LMK when you have some time! Cheers


PM sent!
User is offlineProfile CardPM
Go to the top of the page
+Quote Post
N_Jay
post Oct 19 2016, 01:56 PM
Post #13


Member
**

Group: Members
Posts: 283
Joined: 2-March 16
From: Chicago NW Burbs
Member No.: 19,720
Region Association: None
I'm not near expert enough to "mentor", but would love to find a wrench buddy to swap worker/helper time.

Anyone in the Chicago NW burbs?
User is offlineProfile CardPM
Go to the top of the page
+Quote Post
euro911
post Oct 19 2016, 04:04 PM
Post #14


Retired & living the dream. God help me if I wake up!
*****

Group: Members
Posts: 8,849
Joined: 2-December 06
From: So.Cal. & No.AZ (USA)
Member No.: 7,300
Region Association: Southern California
QUOTE(Mikey914 @ Oct 19 2016, 12:04 PM) *
Work party with beer and pizza.
Just make sure the beer is after the work (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
Pizza after the work is done too ... you have no idea how hard it was to wipe all those greasy fingerprints off of my car (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif)
User is offlineProfile CardPM
Go to the top of the page
+Quote Post
76-914
post Oct 19 2016, 04:21 PM
Post #15


Repeat Offender & Resident Subaru Antagonist
**********

Group: Members
Posts: 13,505
Joined: 23-January 09
From: Temecula, CA
Member No.: 9,964
Region Association: Southern California
IMHO, your going at it bass ackwards. Find some folks in your area that are doing restorations/rebuilds and/or conversions and go to their place. Offer to help them with their project as an indentured apprentice. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
User is offlineProfile CardPM
Go to the top of the page
+Quote Post
TheCabinetmaker
post Oct 19 2016, 05:10 PM
Post #16


I drive my car everyday
*****

Group: Members
Posts: 8,300
Joined: 8-May 03
From: Tulsa, Ok.
Member No.: 666
Agree with 76914. I wanted to learn to cook bbq. Didn't ask for someone to come give me private lessons. I joined a bbq team and spent three years on the competition circuit. Now I cook great q.
User is offlineProfile CardPM
Go to the top of the page
+Quote Post
fixer34
post Oct 19 2016, 07:44 PM
Post #17


Senior Member
***

Group: Members
Posts: 1,085
Joined: 16-September 14
From: Chicago area
Member No.: 17,908
Region Association: Upper MidWest
QUOTE(N_Jay @ Oct 19 2016, 02:56 PM) *

I'm not near expert enough to "mentor", but would love to find a wrench buddy to swap worker/helper time.

Anyone in the Chicago NW burbs?


Right in your neck of the woods. Wouldn't mind helping where I could.
Been a few years since I worked on a 4 (I'm assuming..), but still remember them well.
Pete
User is offlineProfile CardPM
Go to the top of the page
+Quote Post
jeffdon
post Oct 19 2016, 09:30 PM
Post #18


Senior Member
***

Group: Members
Posts: 1,094
Joined: 24-October 06
From: oakland, ca
Member No.: 7,087
Region Association: None
If I can make it, more than happy to lend a hand. Just let me know when.
User is offlineProfile CardPM
Go to the top of the page
+Quote Post
frankieshooz
post Oct 23 2016, 08:36 PM
Post #19


Member
**

Group: Members
Posts: 83
Joined: 23-September 14
From: Mill Valley, CA
Member No.: 17,945
Region Association: Northern California
All good advice and thanks for those who are volunteering to help...with regards to my apprentice ship...if anyone near me planning on adjusting valves, changing points and/or timing, changing out struts or shocks let me know if I can sit in and help!
as those are some of the first tasks I want to tackle with my car..
User is offlineProfile CardPM
Go to the top of the page
+Quote Post
rjames
post Oct 24 2016, 04:02 PM
Post #20


I'm made of metal
****

Group: Members
Posts: 3,939
Joined: 24-July 05
From: Shoreline, WA
Member No.: 4,467
Region Association: Pacific Northwest
Also don't be afraid to try things yourself. Make sure you have the Haynes manual. Using that and the info on this site, you can pretty much learn to do everything from changing a tire to rebuilding the engine.
User is offlineProfile CardPM
Go to the top of the page
+Quote Post
« Next Oldest · 914World Garage · Next Newest »
 

2 Pages V  1 2 >
Reply to this topicStart new topic
1 User(s) are reading this topic (1 Guests and 0 Anonymous Users)
0 Members:

 

Display Mode: Switch to: Standard · Linear+ · Switch to: Outline

Track this topic · Email this topic · Print this topic · Subscribe to this forum

- Lo-Fi Version Time is now: 26th May 2024 - 09:19 PM
Invision Power Board v9.1.4 © 2024  IPS, Inc.
All rights reserved 914World.com © since 2002
914World.com is the fastest growing online 914 community!
We have it all, classifieds, events, forums, vendors, parts, autocross, racing, technical articles, events calendar, newsletter, restoration, gallery, archives, history and more for your Porsche 914 ...