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> 914 GT 3.6 Ferrari Build, - Final steps before starting (I hope!)
SirAndy
post Dec 20 2022, 01:16 PM
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Sad... but that drive train is cheaper than a 993 3.6 motor and 915 trans.

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post Dec 20 2022, 03:51 PM
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I might have missed a page or 2, did you cover the metal router at all? Love the way it looks after you run it on some of the parts.
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post Dec 20 2022, 04:04 PM
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QUOTE(Steve @ Dec 20 2022, 08:35 AM) *

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Beautiful work. You better be careful, Chris- Before you know it you'll have a wait list for folks wanting one of your builds! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/chowtime.gif)

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Sad... but that drive train is cheaper than a 993 3.6 motor and 915 trans.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/354286038626?hash=...%3ABFBM-O6ThqZh


Well, sorta/maybe. Not to argue price points but it's important to consider that particular trans is missing it's near-unobtainium shifter mechanism. NLA and the one company that makes the parts charges ~$20k +. It's missing its ECUs, yes, two of them. About $2500 each. Engine harnesses, etc. etc. So plan to add a lot to that $20K asking price. You may have seen the new 360 crate engine that just sold for $30K on BAT.
Then there's the fact that a whole lot more people want a 3.6/915 than want a 360! It's all about the market...
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post Dec 20 2022, 04:05 PM
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QUOTE(SirAndy @ Dec 20 2022, 12:16 PM) *

QUOTE(Steve @ Dec 20 2022, 08:35 AM) *
Sad... but that drive train is cheaper than a 993 3.6 motor and 915 trans.

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"The item might not fit."

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post Dec 20 2022, 04:11 PM
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Every weld matters. Credit where credit is due. This is Martin's work. And you wonder why I can't seem to say "no, I'll weld it..." (IMG:style_emoticons/default/pray.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wub.gif)


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post Dec 20 2022, 04:13 PM
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Teaser shot: that right there is "in" the car, unsupported by anything but its fasteners.


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post Dec 20 2022, 04:17 PM
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It's official: The drive train is mounted in the car! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smilie_pokal.gif)

Holy Jebus, that was a ton more complicated than I ever imagined. But we got it done! A major milestone, for sure.

Anyway, may I present what I believe is the world's only 360 914.


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post Dec 20 2022, 04:20 PM
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The end. Currently my favorite view. I'll remove the paint from the script and the horse, just to make it a bit more visible. But what are the odds this is what peeks out from under the bumper when you mount it in a 914. Like it was made to be, I tell ya'!

Phase 1 done. On to the headers/exhaust.


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post Dec 20 2022, 04:24 PM
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Art takes time, no way to rush it. Fantastic!
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post Dec 20 2022, 04:29 PM
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"The item might not fit."

Clearly, the ebay algorithm isn't keeping up with 914world ...
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post Dec 20 2022, 04:57 PM
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(IMG:style_emoticons/default/smilie_pokal.gif) freakin' A! I love it! Fantastic work Chris and Martin!
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post Dec 20 2022, 05:21 PM
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Congrats Chris! Major milestone indeed!!
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post Dec 20 2022, 05:38 PM
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(IMG:style_emoticons/default/smilie_pokal.gif) freakin' A! I love it! Fantastic work Chris and Martin!
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post Dec 20 2022, 05:39 PM
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post Dec 20 2022, 05:53 PM
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I might have missed a page or 2, did you cover the metal router at all? Love the way it looks after you run it on some of the parts.

@NARP74 - Here's a pic of the router. This is from when I used it on my LS car's trans mount. Available on Amazon for not much!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08SBRZCR...=UTF8&psc=1


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post Dec 20 2022, 09:34 PM
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Wow, just wow....

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post Dec 21 2022, 02:24 AM
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Amazing job, I was wondering how you mounted the front brackets, now I know. Great job !

I am still concerned with the exhaust since both side supports looks pretty much in the way. It will be 100% custom I assume. Can't wait.
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QUOTE(NARP74 @ Dec 20 2022, 01:51 PM) *

I might have missed a page or 2, did you cover the metal router at all? Love the way it looks after you run it on some of the parts.

@NARP74 - Here's a pic of the router. This is from when I used it on my LS car's trans mount. Available on Amazon for not much!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08SBRZCR...=UTF8&psc=1

I love it, thanks for sharing.
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post Dec 21 2022, 10:12 AM
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@BuddyV Robert timed his visit perfectly! He stopped by yesterday in time to witness the moment the car was lowered to the ground for the very first time with its drive train mounted. And then he forced us to pose for a pic.

For those of you who've not had the pleasure of meeting him, that's Martin on the right.

And can I just say what a great "partner in crime" he is? Always willing to help but equally important, he spends LOTS of time thinking about what I'm trying to do and offers tons of input (and his wonderfully inspired sketches!). He brings decades of motorsport-related design and fabrication experience to everything he does.

We make a great team in that our skill sets nicely compliment each other - I'm into the CAD/plasma table/modern electronic stuff and he sketches, old school, makes ridiculously cool stuff on a manual lathe and mill and, of course, TIG welds like no other. Yes, I admit it: his TIG welding is my personal form of crack - I want to stop using but I just can't! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

But what knowing Martin has REALLY taught me is patience and a "do it right" approach. All of my fabrication skills have greatly improved watching and/or working with him over the years.

I'm proud to call Martin a trusted friend and he's certainly a key contributor to the madness that's always happening at The Red Barn.

Thanks Martin. It simply wouldn't be the same without you! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/pray.gif)


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Man, i hate my brain ...
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Looks like the engine/trans is off to the left from the center line of the car.

I really hope that's just due to Roberts photography skills.
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PS: And while i'm at it, that engine lid cutout should really follow the contour of the upper intake and not just be square like that.

PPS: Ok, i stop now
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