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> Another Mid-engined NARP in my shop, Nice little car
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post Mar 1 2004, 03:03 PM
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QUOTE(Mark Henry @ Mar 1 2004, 10:52 AM)
[new site idea... pornoporsche.com

We can start with the orange one posted last month. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/happy11.gif)
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post Mar 1 2004, 03:11 PM
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saw a real 550 parked on seabright ave in santa cruz a couple weeks back. right across the street from the seabreeze cafe. it was absolutely gorgeous. and had a nice little sign sitting in the passenger seat that read "yes its real. please look all you like, but don't touch!) i think my next car project once my 914 is done is going to be a spyder replica to use as a driver.
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post Mar 1 2004, 04:35 PM
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That one is RAT powered!

2270cc worth and been in there since 2000!
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post Mar 1 2004, 04:40 PM
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the drool factor of that car just went up again in my eyes (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wub.gif) . the more i hear about your engines, the more i want one. time to get myself back on the ramen diet. its all about priorities.
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post Mar 1 2004, 05:12 PM
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I can't find any identifying badges, but I think it's a Vintage. It is registered as a 1956 Spyder - that's it.
Here's a pic of the engine compartment, with Jake's DTM cooled RAT 2270.


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post Mar 1 2004, 05:14 PM
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Other than the Porsche lettering and crests, this is the only identification I could find.


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post Mar 1 2004, 05:41 PM
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huh...well, now that I think about it, the guy here in austin said his was a "vintage" one also...definately the same chassis after looking at your pics...although I would rather have the 2270 (IMG:style_emoticons/default/tongue.gif)

Any idea on what one of these would go for? turn key?

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post Mar 1 2004, 05:52 PM
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Its a Vintage... Lenny bought the kit and then finished the car with my engine.

Chris, did you drive it yet? whaddya think? how bout that DTM??

Keep in mind that engine was built in 2000, since then the 2270 has gotten 20HP stronger through design and research!
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post Mar 1 2004, 06:08 PM
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Won't the engine cook without a positive seal between top and bottom???
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post Mar 1 2004, 06:19 PM
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. . . I know of about a zillion dune buggies that don't have a positive seal between the top and bottom. . .
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post Mar 1 2004, 07:20 PM
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Not in a 550... In a Bug the heat is scooped up and pushed into the engine bay. In a 550 its all open and sucks air through the vents in the bonnet.

Even the original Spyder had an exposed engine.

The car pictured here would annihilate the original... I tweek on a 4 cam or two from time to time and have driven them, pretty damn lame to cost 75K for a rebuild!
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post Mar 1 2004, 07:54 PM
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Chris, you get to play with all the cool toys!!!

The 550's and RSK's are my favorite Porsches, but even if I had the bank, I'd be afraid to drive it out here in SUVLand without kilowatt strobes on all 4 corners...
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post Mar 2 2004, 07:54 PM
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QUOTE(Jake Raby @ Mar 1 2004, 06:52 PM)
Chris, did you drive it yet?

Can't get it out of my shop without getting it all dirty.
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post Mar 30 2004, 10:19 PM
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The exhaust is finally coated and installed!
I took it for a very short test drive late today.
The engine has great torque and very easy to drive.
I was very nervous taking it on public roads and when I got out I had the same jittery feeling I used to get when I first started racing. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/MDB2.gif)
Here's a link to the collection of pics I took during the buildup. Vintage Spyder - Tangerine Header Construction
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post Mar 30 2004, 10:21 PM
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Torque and a broad powerband is exactly what my traits are!! Thats what I shoot for.

I think that might be your best work yet Chris!! It looks amazing.

What did Lenny say about the power difference? It HAD to be notable...
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post Mar 31 2004, 06:08 AM
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Thanks Jake,
I was quite impressed with the way the engine pulled as soon as I hit the gas pedal in 3rd gear.
With the minimal bodywork on this car the engine noise is much louder than the exhaust.
Lenny drove it briefly before I had it coated and he said the difference was noticeable, but I know he will be properly impressed once he has a chance to take it for a real ride.
Here's a quick pic of the system before I installed it, for anyone who needs instant gratification (IMG:style_emoticons/default/cool.gif) :


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post Mar 31 2004, 09:57 AM
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Wow, that sure is purdy!!!

I'd have to say that's a GREAT 550 replica. From what I've seen the Vintage 550 is more true in looks to the real deal. Something about the Beck just looks off, maybe it's the seats and interior they use. Someone near me used to own a Vintage, it looked very nice, took it to PCA events, had the toneau cover over everything but the driver. Drool, and with a RAT motor in it....double drool.
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post Mar 31 2004, 10:15 AM
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Those replicas are always cool to look at.
I just have always wondered why after all the checkbook investment in them,why doesn't one put a late model 993 engine in one and have a serious motivational expierience.
I mean,the car oughta go as fast as it looks like it's going standing still.

Still beautiful though.
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post Mar 31 2004, 10:48 AM
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The only replacement for displacement is weight reduction!

I build a ton of engines for these cars. It is not uncommon to get a zero-60 time of around 4 seconds out of one.

Add that heavyweight engine, and lose all that, plus having to redesign the entire car to make it fit.

I built a 2165 Type I engine with a EFI Turbo arrangement and stabbed it into one of these cars. It pulled a best of 11.39 in the qtr mile, and was driveable enough for drivers eds and etc, just keep it off boost in the corners and hold on!

I have a proposal out now on a 2701cc (78x105) TIV engine for a 550 replica. This will be one serious engine with Titanium rods, my mack daddy heads, and etc. The customer will not settle for less than a 9,000 RPM redline and 8,000 RPM shift point.

That one will be amazing, and absolutely not cheap!
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