Resto-Thread: '73 Marathon Blue 2.0 Options

[tygaboy]

I have a few good tanks... PM sent.

[ndfrigi]

Sir Jeffrey, maybe just need to buy new fuel cell!

[914_7T3]

Back from Powder Coating, clean and ready for re-installation! All I need is a matching Fuel Tank (IMG:style_emoticons/default/blink.gif)

[914_7T3]

Disassembled two sets of head light buckets and need to figure out whether or not to media blast and powder coat these. Would also need to refinish all of the hardware and re-assemble.

Right brain would feel very accomplished in doing that. Left brain wants to buy a nice clean set and not even bother. What would you do?

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[914_7T3]

Here are some pics of the inside of Fuel tank #3 that I picked up from Bob B. As you can see its pretty clean.

I had treated the previous two tanks, however I am thinking to just go with it as is and just get the exterior powder coated.

Problem with rust treatment is that it needs to be resealed, but neutralized first with Muriatic acid and I'm not into burning the insides of my lungs with that stuff.

Is there any reason why I couldn't go with this tank as is on the inside? If so, let me know.

[Larmo63]

That tank looks fine. I'd run it.

Just PC or paint the headlight stuff proper gray color.

[banananose914]

Disassembled two sets of head light buckets and need to figure out whether or not to media blast and powder coat these. Would also need to refinish all of the hardware and re-assemble.

Right brain would feel very accomplished in doing that. Left brain wants to buy a nice clean set and not even bother. What would you do?

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I have done quite a few of these. Sandblast, paint and send the hardware out for re-plating. The chrome rings usually clean up pretty well. I have a gas tank as well. If you need help, let me know. I'll do what I can for you. Jim.

[McMark]

Run that tank.

[914]

Jeffery,
Its great you met Bob B. as he lives really close to me..
Looks like you 914 is really coming along as its a labor of love..
Take Care,Alan
PS.Haven't done anything with the Lic Plates..Been busy..

[ValcoOscar]

Disassembled two sets of head light buckets and need to figure out whether or not to media blast and powder coat these. Would also need to refinish all of the hardware and re-assemble.

Right brain would feel very accomplished in doing that. Left brain wants to buy a nice clean set and not even bother. What would you do?

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I have done quite a few of these. Sandblast, paint and send the hardware out for re-plating. The chrome rings usually clean up pretty well. I have a gas tank as well. If you need help, let me know. I'll do what I can for you. Jim.

Jeffrey-

My 2 cents...

Right brain all the way so listen to Jim's expert advice...you won't regret it.

Oscar

[arne]

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) with the others, run the tank as is, Jeffery. I’m not a big fan of inside tank coating anyway, as if the prep isn’t perfect the coating may not adhere to the inside properly and can cause just as many problems as rust does.

[914_7T3]

Thanks to all who have responded. Tank and headlight assemblies went off for Powder Coating earlier today.

For anyone that is looking in the Valley contact Marcille at Powder Craft. Their work is excellent.

http://www.powdercraftlosangeles.com/

[914_7T3]

After an exhaustive search, I was able to find the correct NOS VW Camshaft for my build. It is actually the part that supersedes part #021109015M. Its listed as a 1.7, but we know that all 1.7-2.0 D-Jet Cams were the same so all good. Below is the listing and called the supplier to verify and its being shipped out today.

Item#: 021109015K Camshaft, w/ -3 Riveted on Gear p/n 021109111B, 1700 Solid Lifter Bus Typ. II IV 72-74, 914 Porsche 70-76

NOS Genuine German Box, still coated in Cosmoline



Once it gets here, the motor will start to go back together next week. Almost ready to turn the corner on this project!

Decided to also provide a link to the back story if anyone is interested in the details.

http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?sho...p;#entry2550062

[914_7T3]

Sooooooooo, my body shop bailed on me on Tuesday and I headed out earlier today to a restoration shop about 35 miles away to see if they could take on the project.

Their work is truly next level, so just trying to figure out when they can slot me into production (like 6-12 month wait).

After telling them how awesome and reliable my car is I go to leave and my starter sh-t the bed. With a courtesy push and a pop of the clutch, off I go to my mechanic who informs me that he can't pull the motor for another couple of weeks nor deal with my starter as he is backed up.

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So now the car is DOA in my garage and all I need now is a set of jack stands!

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PLEASE SOMEBODY: OFFICIALLY WELCOME ME TO 914 WORLD!

I finally get how this works now!

Today, she fired up right away. Seems like a hot start problem with no crank. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)

Today's delivery along with the new ignition harness and 12V coil should take care of that issue!

[914_7T3]

Transmission Case # HA 04 05 3 Cleaned Up and Ready For Rebuild.

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[ValcoOscar]

Too nice....

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Rotisserie time yet?????

[914_7T3]

Too nice....

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Rotisserie time yet?????

C'mon Oscar its a Car, not a Chicken!

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Sticking with the plan for an Excellent driver. I have no intention of making the car better than when it left the factory.

Did have the opportunity to tour John Esposito's new shop up in the Valley this past Saturday as part of a PCA organized tour. If you want a car that's better than new with respect to paint and finish, look no further. Would definitely consider depleting the kid's college funds if I were to jump into that World. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/av-943.gif)

[914_7T3]

After an exhaustive search, I was able to find the correct NOS VW Camshaft for my build. It is actually the part that supersedes part #021109015M. Its listed as a 1.7, but we know that all 1.7-2.0 D-Jet Cams were the same so all good. Below is the listing and called the supplier to verify and its being shipped out today.

Item#: 021109015K Camshaft, w/ -3 Riveted on Gear p/n 021109111B, 1700 Solid Lifter Bus Typ. II IV 72-74, 914 Porsche 70-76

NOS Genuine German Box, still coated in Cosmoline



Once it gets here, the motor will start to go back together next week. Almost ready to turn the corner on this project!

Decided to also provide a link to the back story if anyone is interested in the details.

http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?sho...p;#entry2550062

NOS Cam arrived today and the box appears to be older than dirt. Part # ends in the letter K instead of J as this part is so old, it supersedes it. Shout out to Bug City in Berlin, CT for hooking me up!





Camshaft is still coated in Cosmoline to protect it, just have to get it all off of there! The cam is smooth above the center bearing journal and has the 1/2 ring below it just like the original.






It is a -3 at the teeth and matching Cam Gear number 021 109 111B just like the original.






Just as difficult was tracking down a set of NOS OEM Cam Followers (lifters), but I found those too.

Thanks to Scott at German Supply in Toronto for his box of 7 and Terry at Griffin Motor Werke in Berkeley for the lead to the remaining one at Capitol VW in San Jose.





Happy to put this chapter to bed!

[914_7T3]

Progressing Well. Should be ready for paint in 3 weeks!

[ValcoOscar]

Progressing Well. Should be ready for paint in 3 weeks!

What a nice X'mas present you got there....you must have been nice this year.

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Oscar