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> Resto-Thread: '73 Marathon Blue 2.0
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post Jun 11 2018, 08:33 AM
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Still shooting for Werks Reunion in late August!

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That should be no problem. I could do it... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif)

Does look exquisite. Excellent so far.



Thanks Arne, I bet you could!

Let me know if you want to fly in for a week to help out. We are about 4 months behind the initial time line.

We miss having you on the forum on a regular basis. Hope the FJ is coming along quicker than this project.

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Let me say here that you are taking this to a whole 'nuther level than what I did. Outstanding work.
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post Jun 11 2018, 01:43 PM
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Those pictures are awesome!

The car looks like new. But, even more importantly, it shows the comradery that makes 914 ownership so rewarding.


Couldn't agree more! Without the help and collective brain trust, this car could never be brought back at this level.

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post Jun 11 2018, 03:51 PM
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Great group of 914 Bros. My only suggestion is to get some clear removable film that PMB uses for the cars in reassembly in there shop just in case someone kisses the car with a loose tool.

Loving your car!!

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post Jun 11 2018, 04:25 PM
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Great group of 914 Bros. My only suggestion is to get some clear removable film that PMB uses for the cars in reassembly in there shop just in case someone kisses the car with a loose tool.

Loving your car!!

Bob B
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Bob-

It's funny you mention that protective film. We should have had some on hand, Jeffrey looked like a novice bullfighter all day waving a moving blanket over his car. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/av-943.gif)

I will give him credit...he got his hands pretty dirty.

Kudos to all that joined in and all that gave us props.

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post Jun 16 2018, 10:54 AM
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Ready to bring the Powder coated tin and peripherals over to the mechanic as we get ready to test fire the motor. Just picked up the intake manifold from getting ceramic coated. Just need to clean up the unpainted portion. Think I'll go with the mothers Metal Polish on that and see what I get.

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From there I need to regroup and secure everything needed for reassembly. The plan is to reinstall the main harness from the tunnel and engine Bay seal set first along with tail lights and side turn signals (head light wiring repair can wait for now). Then get the partial interior ready: dash, guages, driver seat, ebrake and front windshielsd installed.

From there the drivetrain can go back in and the car can then move under its own power.

That's the plan for now, anyway.
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post Jun 30 2018, 05:41 PM
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Started off by inflating the tires that were low from being in the body shop for 8 months and then got the car up on dollies.

Spent the day on the engine bay including installing the 4 piece 914 rubber kit. It slid in fairly easily without the need for silicone or soapy water. Just needed to use a plastic pry tool that I picked up in a multi-piece kit. The trick is it secure either the top or bottom into the channel and pry it in from the other side. The whole process was way easier than anticipated.

Also used the cloth tape from Mark to re-wrap the rear harness. Did not bother to do any cleaning on the wires as its original and I'd rather not mess with anything that could pose a problem down the road. Here are some upside down progress pics. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

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post Jul 21 2018, 02:09 PM
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Spent the the morning working on the car with ValcoOscar & friend Rod. We were able to complete the reinstallation of the warts and Parking Light/Turn Signal Buckets.

Oscar meticulously cleaned the wires and connectors while we scrubbed down the buckets and hardware. I may revisit the buckets & hardware down the road. Although not visible, they are now clean, but there is room for improvement.

Baby Steps.........

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post Jul 21 2018, 02:37 PM
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Very nice. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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post Jul 21 2018, 03:44 PM
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Special thanks to Sled9146 for hooking me up with the NOS Bumper Tops that have been eluding me for so long.

Also picked up a few other items that may be cleaner than what I've got!

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post Jul 21 2018, 05:57 PM
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Spent the the morning working on the car with ValcoOscar & friend Rod. We were able to complete the reinstallation of the warts and Parking Light/Turn Signal Buckets.

Oscar meticulously cleaned the wires and connectors while we scrubbed down the buckets and hardware. I may revisit those details down the road. Although not visible, they are now clean, but there is room for improvement.

Baby Steps.........

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very nice! we are very close to the same on our progress! i need to do my new lights next- those turn signal buckets look really nice! i have a feeling you will get there before me though.
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post Jul 28 2018, 05:18 PM
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More Wiring Harness Clean Up & Taping Today with Oscar's Secret Weapon: Methyl Ethyl Ketone! Some Before & After Pics!

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post Jul 28 2018, 05:33 PM
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looks so awesome, wish i could have done mine to this level! well, maybe the next one.

even as i work on my own , your documentation has helped me as well.
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post Jul 28 2018, 06:17 PM
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Do not get MEK on your paint. You should use a respirator and gloves with it as well.

Carful that shit can catch fire very easy.

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post Jul 28 2018, 06:47 PM
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IIRC the flash-point is around 80F
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post Jul 29 2018, 04:35 PM
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I've always used 3M general purpose adhesive remover.

It's good on most things.
Have to do a test on some plastics as it will melt them.

Not quite as toxic/dangerous as some of these other things.

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post Jul 29 2018, 05:41 PM
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Looking great sir Jeffrey! Hope you will able to drive it before winter comes! Or maybe you can drive it if there will be 2nd Temecula Day at sir Oscar’s place this september.
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post Jul 29 2018, 05:41 PM
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Jeff, thought you might want to see, as Here's my 45 year old harness. Never touched! Attached Image
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post Jul 29 2018, 05:51 PM
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Jeff, thought you might want to see, as Here's my 45 year old harness. Never touched! Attached Image



That looks really nice! There was some type of water leak that rusted my wiper linkage and stained all the wiring with rust, so it was necessary to get in there.

The existing rubber over the terminals was virtually melted on so glad its been taken care of. Connectors have been cleaned, with new heat shrink as well. Hopefully, this will eliminate any potential electrical issues down the road.

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Way to go... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)

Keep it up.

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Great project! I am sure all of us like to see progress being made, keeps some of us “slackers” a little less slackerish, and keeps us more motivated! Looks great! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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