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Resto-Thread: '73 Marathon Blue 2.0 |
914_7T3 |
Nov 28 2017, 11:11 PM
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Please forgive me, I'm new to all of this! Group: Members Posts: 1,846 Joined: 3-April 17 From: Los Angeles, CA Member No.: 20,991 Region Association: Southern California |
Four Spray Outs of L96M (Marathon Blue) from several different paint manufacturers.
Amazing how far off some of them are from the actual color. They had to shoot it with a camera to get the right match. Can anyone guess which is closest to the original? |
KELTY360 |
Nov 28 2017, 11:19 PM
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914 Neferati Group: Members Posts: 5,024 Joined: 31-December 05 From: Pt. Townsend, WA Member No.: 5,344 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
Four Spray Outs of L96M (Marathon Blue) from several different paint manufacturers. Amazing how far off some of them are from the actual color. They had to shoot it with a camera to get the right match. Can anyone guess which is closest to the original? Lower left. |
914_7T3 |
Nov 28 2017, 11:22 PM
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Please forgive me, I'm new to all of this! Group: Members Posts: 1,846 Joined: 3-April 17 From: Los Angeles, CA Member No.: 20,991 Region Association: Southern California |
Four Spray Outs of L96M (Marathon Blue) from several different paint manufacturers. Amazing how far off some of them are from the actual color. They had to shoot it with a camera to get the right match. Can anyone guess which is closest to the original? Lower left. We have a winner! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smilie_pokal.gif) |
KELTY360 |
Nov 29 2017, 10:44 AM
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914 Neferati Group: Members Posts: 5,024 Joined: 31-December 05 From: Pt. Townsend, WA Member No.: 5,344 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
Marathon Blue is a strange color to look at in the context of individual pieces. Here's what my bumpers looked like after paint, in the booth:
This is what it looked like when it was all back together: You're going to love the color! |
Cairo94507 |
Nov 29 2017, 11:28 AM
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Michael Group: Members Posts: 9,650 Joined: 1-November 08 From: Auburn, CA Member No.: 9,712 Region Association: Northern California |
That looks terrific. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smilie_pokal.gif)
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914_7T3 |
Nov 29 2017, 12:10 PM
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Please forgive me, I'm new to all of this! Group: Members Posts: 1,846 Joined: 3-April 17 From: Los Angeles, CA Member No.: 20,991 Region Association: Southern California |
Marathon Blue is a strange color to look at in the context of individual pieces. Here's what my bumpers looked like after paint, in the booth: This is what it looked like when it was all back together: You're going to love the color! So true and when you look at those bumpers in fluorescent light, they look gray. Luckily, we were able to match the paint to specific areas in the frunk that were original paint. The below pic has always been my vision for this car (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wub.gif) |
914_7T3 |
Nov 29 2017, 12:18 PM
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Please forgive me, I'm new to all of this! Group: Members Posts: 1,846 Joined: 3-April 17 From: Los Angeles, CA Member No.: 20,991 Region Association: Southern California |
Been following your threads and am amazed at the level of work that is required on your car. At least it will be worth it on a real 6. Luckily, there were no surprises with my car once it got torn down. Only a set of donor doors were used and everything else is original. Had to repair some bad body work on the passenger side quarter panel and other than perhaps a few dings, the car was not accidented. The initial assessment at time of PPI for minor hell hole and front trunk pan repair was also correct. Hope your progress continues and cant wait to see it out there soon. |
burton73 |
Nov 29 2017, 12:27 PM
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burton73 Group: Members Posts: 3,461 Joined: 2-January 07 From: Los Angeles Member No.: 7,414 Region Association: Southern California |
When you where out at my place getting the gas tank I told you back in 1972 I had a brand new 1972 Super Beatle in Marathon blue I bought new for $2.700.
What ever paint you get for your car, get much more than you think you will need and if they mix it out in quarts, mix them all together and then pour them back in the quarts so the colors are all the same. If you need to do a fender or a repair you will have the right color. Ask the paint shop what pressure they are shooting at and mark it on the cans. Great color for 2-stage paint. Bob B Picture is Not my car but a special edition Baja Bug with its special wheels that where silver gray from VW just like mine. It was my first brand new car. VW dealer 5 houses from my house. |
914_7T3 |
Nov 29 2017, 12:39 PM
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Please forgive me, I'm new to all of this! Group: Members Posts: 1,846 Joined: 3-April 17 From: Los Angeles, CA Member No.: 20,991 Region Association: Southern California |
When you where out at my place getting the gas tank I told you back in 1972 I had a brand new 1972 Super Beatle in Marathon blue I bought new for $2.700. What ever paint you get for your car, get much more than you think you will need and if they mix it out in quarts, mix them all together and then pour them back in the quarts so the colors are all the same. If you need to do a fender or a repair you will have the right color. Ask the paint shop what pressure they are shooting at and mark it on the cans. Great color for 2-stage paint. Bob B Great advice, I'll take it. Thanks. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) |
914_7T3 |
Dec 2 2017, 05:50 PM
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Please forgive me, I'm new to all of this! Group: Members Posts: 1,846 Joined: 3-April 17 From: Los Angeles, CA Member No.: 20,991 Region Association: Southern California |
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? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) 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. Great advice, here are the assemblies,like new back from powder coating. |
914_7T3 |
Dec 2 2017, 05:51 PM
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Please forgive me, I'm new to all of this! Group: Members Posts: 1,846 Joined: 3-April 17 From: Los Angeles, CA Member No.: 20,991 Region Association: Southern California |
Now the motor is officially ready for reassembly with this fresh batch of zinc plating.
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Cairo94507 |
Dec 3 2017, 07:56 AM
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Michael Group: Members Posts: 9,650 Joined: 1-November 08 From: Auburn, CA Member No.: 9,712 Region Association: Northern California |
Very nice. I love plated and powder coated parts. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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914 |
Dec 3 2017, 09:49 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 448 Joined: 26-December 02 Member No.: 19 Region Association: Southern California |
Jeffery,
Looking good.. You doing a great Job.. 914/Alan |
914-300Hemi |
Dec 3 2017, 10:01 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,352 Joined: 7-September 06 From: San Dimas, CA Member No.: 6,794 Region Association: Southern California |
Great job Jeff. Can’t wait to see the final product.
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914_7T3 |
Dec 14 2017, 11:52 AM
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Please forgive me, I'm new to all of this! Group: Members Posts: 1,846 Joined: 3-April 17 From: Los Angeles, CA Member No.: 20,991 Region Association: Southern California |
My new clutch kit has been AWOL since November 21st, but finally arrived today (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif)
Have also been working with Kevin @KCR Transmissions and he advised me on required parts for the rebuild. I have sourced all Genuine Porsche parts including: main shaft bearing Part #: 999-053-025-00 1st/Reverse slider, Part # 911-302-226-00 (bag is marked made in West Germany so you know its been around for a few years (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) ) (5) synchronizers for all gears, Part # 911-302-301-13 Complete Gasket Set, Part # 901-300-901-00 1st gear engagement teeth, Part # 901 302 241 06 Shout out to all the vendors including: AASE Sales Patrick Motorsports Sunset Porsche She is going to shift silky smooth for sure when put back together. |
914_7T3 |
Jan 3 2018, 12:08 PM
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Please forgive me, I'm new to all of this! Group: Members Posts: 1,846 Joined: 3-April 17 From: Los Angeles, CA Member No.: 20,991 Region Association: Southern California |
Have also been working with Kevin @KCR Transmissions and he advised me on required parts for the rebuild. I have sourced all Genuine Porsche parts including: main shaft bearing Part #: 999-053-025-00 1st/Reverse slider, Part # 911-302-226-00 (bag is marked made in West Germany so you know its been around for a few years (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) ) (5) synchronizers for all gears, Part # 911-302-301-13 Complete Gasket Set, Part # 901-300-901-00 1st gear engagement teeth, Part # 901 302 241 06 Shout out to all the vendors including: AASE Sales Patrick Motorsports Sunset Porsche She is going to shift silky smooth for sure when put back together. Everything has arrived at KCR and now ready for reassembly! |
burton73 |
Jan 3 2018, 01:48 PM
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burton73 Group: Members Posts: 3,461 Joined: 2-January 07 From: Los Angeles Member No.: 7,414 Region Association: Southern California |
Jeffrey,
Your car is looking great and the level of detail you are putting into it make me want it. If you ever want to sell this car call me. It’s the color that I want and the rest makes it a good deal. Bob B |
914_7T3 |
Jan 3 2018, 03:18 PM
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Please forgive me, I'm new to all of this! Group: Members Posts: 1,846 Joined: 3-April 17 From: Los Angeles, CA Member No.: 20,991 Region Association: Southern California |
Jeffrey, Your car is looking great and the level of detail you are putting into it make me want it. If you ever want to sell this car call me. It’s the color that I want and the rest makes it a good deal. Bob B Very flattering and kind of you to say. However, the plan right now is getting it finished and enjoying it as the super clean & proper running classic 914 that I envision it to be. Here are some bonus pics of the fuel tank you sold me after powder coating! |
bbrock |
Jan 3 2018, 03:48 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,269 Joined: 17-February 17 From: Montana Member No.: 20,845 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
Very flattering and kind of you to say. However, the plan right now is getting it finished and enjoying it as the super clean & proper running classic 914 that I envision it to be. You are very inspring as I chase the same goal. Keep 'em coming! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smilie_pokal.gif) |
burton73 |
Jan 3 2018, 03:58 PM
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burton73 Group: Members Posts: 3,461 Joined: 2-January 07 From: Los Angeles Member No.: 7,414 Region Association: Southern California |
You are the man for the info on who does good work in the L.A. area. Very good information to have and share. Who did your bumpers around here?
Thanks, Bob B |
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