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> Another 914-6 GT Tribute Project
rgalla9146
post Feb 23 2022, 08:29 AM
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Hey Tom,

You have like-minded company close by. I'm North Jersey. My white car has many of the features you've focused on. A 3.0 is in the works right now. This is a thread that I started on the topic. I'm glad to talk anytime.

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post Feb 23 2022, 08:56 AM
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Well…That is the current plan.

That 916 front bumper does not look like any of the crappy aftermarket ones you usually see.

I'm intrigued ...
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Andy,

That 916 front bumper looks to be an 80's to early 90's unit.
I have two of them that look just like that. Also the correct style 916 rear.
It has the consistent shape at the top front not like the newer ones that shrink in the middle. I purchased a set brand new in 1988 or 89 from Tweeks IIRC.
Maybe the molds where redone but diffidently not correct.
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post Feb 23 2022, 10:37 AM
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@Tom1394racing - Hi Tom, Original steering wheel, padded and wrapped. Also, Hartmut at Palo Alto Speedometer in Palo Alto, CA did my gauges. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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post Feb 23 2022, 01:59 PM
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Let me know if I can help. I make a good amount if parts for these cars and conversions.


Hi Ben…I will be in touch



Sounds good. I have worked with Scott @automobile associates for 15 years or so. Great people over there.
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post Feb 23 2022, 02:02 PM
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http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?sho...=269606&hl=

This is my build thread check it out for my GT Tribute.
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post Feb 23 2022, 06:47 PM
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http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?sho...=269606&hl=

This is my build thread check it out for my GT Tribute.


Yes Ben…. I read the entire thread as part of my education process. Very informative and inspirational. You do great work. Will be in contact with regard to oil tanks oil lines and other products you make.
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post Feb 24 2022, 10:16 AM
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Updating his thread....

I had to put the car in the basement as my lift space is occupied by my '70E and my RSR tribute for winter storage and there is no extra room in the garage.

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All the take-off parts will be available for sale.
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post Feb 24 2022, 11:54 AM
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Over the past month, I have slowly been stripping the car down and discovering the rust.

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post Feb 24 2022, 01:27 PM
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More rust

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I think I have gone about as far as I can with stripping the car until I move it into my garage and onto my lift. Then I can remove the engine & gearbox and the suspension and get a good look at the underside.
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post Feb 24 2022, 03:37 PM
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No surprises there. The CA car on my lift is worse.
BTW, did you get my email reply last month?
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post Mar 4 2022, 07:56 PM
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Let me know if I can offer any advice Tom. You’ve been helpful with parts over the years. I can make a custom engine harness for you, when you get to that point.
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post Mar 7 2022, 09:51 AM
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Let me know if I can offer any advice Tom. You’ve been helpful with parts over the years. I can make a custom engine harness for you, when you get to that point.


Perry

Thanks for your generous offer. I am in a parts gathering mode right now. I will not hesitate to reach out for help and advice as I move forward.
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post Mar 7 2022, 10:32 AM
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Happy to help in any way possible.
I was fortunate to start with a car that was an abandoned project and already flared and painted. 3.0 engine Webers. I recommend metal flares.
I have a thread which may help with some of your build.

http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?sho...=261197&hl=


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post Apr 2 2022, 08:59 AM
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I have been able to source some cool parts for this project.

Early sandcast 250 mm fan/shroud & 2 bolt strap to go with the 3.0L I'll be building
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"69-73 911 rear hubs
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Unused pair of Ben's heat exchangers
Bilstein front struts with early 911 hubs
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post Apr 2 2022, 11:17 AM
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Unused pair of Ben's heat exchangers

Really digging those headers, where did you get them?
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post Apr 2 2022, 12:56 PM
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Tom working on tanks now let me know when your ready.

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post Apr 6 2022, 02:49 PM
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Look what showed up today from the UK.

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For anyone who doesn’t know, Tom is an invaluable resource in the early 911 community and an all around great and generous guy.

Tom, we fabricated this roll bar that ties into the longitudinals but has a low ‘climb over’. It also fits under the targa top. It works wonders and doesn’t make getting in or out measurably more difficult. I’m sure you can find a competent welder to make you one too.

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post Apr 10 2022, 07:48 PM
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Hi Tom, here’s my first post on 914World … I’ve been reading some amazing threads here for the past few months. Didn’t realize you’d started your 914 journey; will be watching with much interest.

Tom was instrumental in helping me with my 82 SC which I bought disassembled in 2014 and had on the road two years later.

I still have the SC and am also rehabilitating the other VW/Porsche lovechild, a 924, albeit an 87 S.

Kind regards,
John, also in Conn.
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post Apr 12 2022, 06:58 AM
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For anyone who doesn’t know, Tom is an invaluable resource in the early 911 community and an all around great and generous guy.

Tom, we fabricated this roll bar that ties into the longitudinals but has a low ‘climb over’. It also fits under the targa top. It works wonders and doesn’t make getting in or out measurably more difficult. I’m sure you can find a competent welder to make you one too.

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Hi Mike

Good to hear from you. I am thinking about the GT style roll bar with diagonals similar to those on yours. Auto Associates will do the fabrication and installation. Love those seats!
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