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930cabman

Dec 27 2022, 06:16 AM

QUOTE(Chaznaster @ Dec 26 2022, 08:37 PM)

Started preparing to drop the engine for the first time. Removed the engine bay lid and found the brackets damaged and a PO fix of riveting a piece of aluminum angle iron below to keep them in place. That explains why the hatch was always a bit wobbly and sitting low. I may weld in angle iron to replace the brackets themselves - unless they are bolted in behind the seat back. Either way I am not touching this bit until I have the engine out ...

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New ones are available from RD: https://www.restoration-design.com/store/product/PP343

Jett

Dec 27 2022, 09:40 AM

QUOTE(Gatornapper @ Dec 26 2022, 05:35 PM)

Wow. Stunning. And stunning find. Malaga Red. So much better than Guards Red.

Mine being repainted to original now.......wanna see full pics when you are done.

GN

QUOTE(Jett @ Dec 24 2022, 06:52 PM)

Started the paint restoration on a 46K mile original 76 2.0. Car was probably in storage since the 90’s, and it took three passes with a clay bar to get it to stop turning black from the oxidation and dirt. Cut polished with three different products and levels of wool pad, and then soaked all night in #7, followed by wolfgang.

The first pic was after washing and one pass of the clay bar.

That’s great… started on the trunk, which has three small places where paint is chipped.. notice that the lid still has factory sticker

Jett

Dec 27 2022, 02:32 PM

Took the 80’s Porsche plaque off the back and was surprised to find the emblems

. PO used black silicon to stop the taillight water leaks.. also did the fronts!… luckily I have a full NOS set of lights for the car. Looks like some welding and painting to fix this egregiousness!! Going to pull the bumper

DRPHIL914

Dec 27 2022, 04:44 PM

QUOTE(Gatornapper @ Dec 26 2022, 08:44 PM)

Still trying to get engine clean to tear down for top-end rebuild.

Ordered front & rear engine seals, pick up soon. Prepped new impeller for installation. High-lighted 27 deg. mark with thin white paint on groove, red stripes on both sides, duplicated on pulley side. Original impeller was missing 3 blades.

Received new SS exhaust from George and is it beautiful. Great price too.

GN

thats an awesome price for a OEM design late muffler set!!

DRPHIL914

Dec 27 2022, 04:47 PM

QUOTE(Jett @ Dec 24 2022, 06:52 PM)

fun project, that looks so clean, amazing low miles! going to be cool seeing it back on the road after such a long time, looks to be in good hands.

i think i need another project like that.

Chaznaster

Dec 27 2022, 08:20 PM

QUOTE(930cabman @ Dec 27 2022, 07:16 AM)

QUOTE(Chaznaster @ Dec 26 2022, 08:37 PM)

New ones are available from RD: https://www.restoration-design.com/store/product/PP343

Thanks!

CHIZ 914

Dec 27 2022, 08:35 PM

Not much charged up the battery in drooling over a five lug conversion in the next few months! Snow sucks in Seattle and my driveway is worse!!

Jett

Dec 28 2022, 11:43 AM

QUOTE(DRPHIL914 @ Dec 27 2022, 02:47 PM)

QUOTE(Jett @ Dec 24 2022, 06:52 PM)

fun project, that looks so clean, amazing low miles! going to be cool seeing it back on the road after such a long time, looks to be in good hands.

i think i need another project like that.

Thanks Phil… I have a 74 BB that’s up next, once we finish this one

DRPHIL914

Dec 28 2022, 11:46 AM

QUOTE(Jett @ Dec 28 2022, 12:43 PM)

QUOTE(DRPHIL914 @ Dec 27 2022, 02:47 PM)

QUOTE(Jett @ Dec 24 2022, 06:52 PM)

fun project, that looks so clean, amazing low miles! going to be cool seeing it back on the road after such a long time, looks to be in good hands.

i think i need another project like that.

Thanks Phil… I have a 74 BB that’s up next, once we finish this one

well its a dirty job(literally) but someone has to do it right??

930cabman

Dec 28 2022, 07:02 PM

QUOTE(CHIZ 914 @ Dec 27 2022, 09:35 PM)

Not much charged up the battery in drooling over a five lug conversion in the next few months! Snow sucks in Seattle and my driveway is worse!!

Don't feel too bad we just weathered a 48" snowfall with 70mph winds last weekend. Countdown to saltfree roads begins soon

Chris914n6

Dec 29 2022, 02:05 AM

Picked up a Xmas present for the 914n6, because, you know, never ending project...

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Gatornapper

Dec 29 2022, 05:08 PM

Just got nice Christmas present from George - thank you for the great price for 24 hours George.

I had patched up my original exhaust - it cat had been pulverized and emptied - and it actually sounded great - so I expect this to sound as good or better.

First stainless exhaust within my budget......

Just need to weld an O2 bung in it like I had in my old one so I can tune with my AFR.

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Shivers

Dec 29 2022, 06:43 PM

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914 Ranch

Dec 30 2022, 08:40 AM

Today my build thread hit 45,000 viewers WOW. I just installed the new plenums yesterday and would like to try start up today. Picture of the installed plenums.

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This car puts a smile on my face...

tygaboy

Dec 30 2022, 09:24 AM

QUOTE(914 Ranch @ Dec 30 2022, 06:40 AM)

Today my build thread hit 45,000 viewers WOW. I just installed the new plenums yesterday and would like to try start up today. Picture of the installed plenums.

This car puts a smile on my face...

"This car puts a smile on my face..." @914 Ranch

And that, my friend, is ALL that matters. Keep chasing the passion.

76-914

Dec 30 2022, 10:27 AM

QUOTE(Chris914n6 @ Dec 29 2022, 12:05 AM)

Picked up a Xmas present for the 914n6, because, you know, never ending project...

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@Chris914n6 Did you just make a U turn or deviate the route? popcorn[1].gif

CCE

Dec 30 2022, 12:28 PM

New horn button.

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Wanted it for a long time.

CCE

Dec 30 2022, 12:31 PM

New horn button.

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Wanted it for a long time.

Chris914n6

Dec 30 2022, 02:22 PM

QUOTE(76-914 @ Dec 30 2022, 08:27 AM)

Chris914n6 Did you just make a U turn or deviate the route? popcorn[1].gif

@76-914 I plan to upgrade from the 901 for all the usual reasons. I grabbed a TY758 with a shredded first gear 4 years ago. Mockups went well so when this one showed up for $50 I took it. It will be a while before I get to it.

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76-914

Dec 30 2022, 02:36 PM

QUOTE(Chris914n6 @ Dec 30 2022, 12:22 PM)

QUOTE(76-914 @ Dec 30 2022, 08:27 AM)

Chris914n6 Did you just make a U turn or deviate the route? popcorn[1].gif

I thought that might be it. Are you making the adapter plate?

PWS1205

Dec 30 2022, 04:56 PM

I changed the blinker fluid

SKL1

Dec 30 2022, 07:26 PM

Was going to take the '73 for a ride this AM but it rained last night and roads were still damp. Yeah, I'm afraid it might melt...Click to view attachment

Chaznaster

Dec 30 2022, 09:18 PM

Dropped the engine for the first time as I start to dig into my winter projects. It was very satisfying.

The removal went very well - thanks to I Karr (video), D Brownridge (article- cannot find link just now), W Dempsey (Pelican Parts article) and C Foley (Tangerine Racing engine removal plate).

The surprise was a torn off transmission mounting point (still on the transmission in the second picture). Also has what looks like a non-standard transmission mount.

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krazykonrad

Dec 31 2022, 03:25 PM

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krazykonrad

Dec 31 2022, 03:27 PM

More issues as I’m digging into it
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Type 47

Dec 31 2022, 04:07 PM

Got in out of the garage to see how the new seats & carpet look now that the interior is at the 90% finished stage.

Big milestone this week getting all the glass put in. Windshield had me nervous but it really went smoothly.

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CHIZ 914

Dec 31 2022, 04:26 PM

New dashboard jewelry

Chris914n6

Jan 1 2023, 02:40 PM

QUOTE(76-914 @ Dec 30 2022, 12:36 PM)

QUOTE(Chris914n6 @ Dec 30 2022, 12:22 PM)

QUOTE(76-914 @ Dec 30 2022, 08:27 AM)

Chris914n6 Did you just make a U turn or deviate the route? popcorn[1].gif

I thought that might be it. Are you making the adapter plate?

Yep, 32mm or 1/2" + 3/4"

Will be using the Suby flywheel/clutch/pp with a crank spacer. Super easy

914 Ranch

Jan 1 2023, 03:34 PM

Happy New Year...
I got start up today...
She coughed and spurted a little bit it was nice to hear her come to life and roar.
Trying to get a photo opp tomorrow.

930cabman

Jan 1 2023, 05:03 PM

QUOTE(PWS1205 @ Dec 30 2022, 05:56 PM)

I changed the blinker fluid

Did you go with silicone?

bzettner

Jan 1 2023, 07:52 PM

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Drove it! Beautiful South Texas winter day! BONUS, super light traffic!

76-914

Jan 1 2023, 08:04 PM

It's flat so not west of SA. Poteet area?

burton73

Jan 1 2023, 10:53 PM

On Jan 1st 2023 Eric and Larry stopped by to pick up Marks car to get it sorted out with the Rabie built eng. That was in Oscars Blue car with the Frog Lights. It has been a deal to get it to this point including Mark and I putting in the eng. and suspension and that is what took out my rotator cuff a few months ago but it is on its way to Utah to PMB to build Mark a Cone killer car.

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Cairo94507

Jan 2 2023, 07:59 AM

Safe travels and great trailer.

bzettner

Jan 2 2023, 08:22 AM

QUOTE(76-914 @ Jan 1 2023, 08:04 PM)

It's flat so not west of SA. Poteet area?

The picture doesn't capture the area. It's hard to take a decent pic when turning, shifting and enjoying a spirited drive. My wife never seems to capture "what I see".

This is near Fredericksburg, TX. Hill Country driving!

mmichalik

Jan 2 2023, 04:45 PM

Took the opportunity between rainy days here in San Diego to reseal my back window on the '74. Hopefully it helps.

76-914

Jan 2 2023, 04:55 PM

QUOTE(bzettner @ Jan 2 2023, 06:22 AM)

QUOTE(76-914 @ Jan 1 2023, 08:04 PM)

It's flat so not west of SA. Poteet area?

The picture doesn't capture the area. It's hard to take a decent pic when turning, shifting and enjoying a spirited drive. My wife never seems to capture "what I see".

This is near Fredericksburg, TX. Hill Country driving!

LOL. I'm jealous. Fantastic area. All those apple orchards are grapevines now. One of our long time members and a past PCA instructor is looking to retire in that area & those roads are one of the attractions! Every time someone posts that TX roads are just flat & boring I chuckle to myself.

East coaster

Jan 2 2023, 07:54 PM

Stripped my donor Subaru of its engine and complete wiring harness, then scrapped the body.

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burton73

Jan 2 2023, 08:31 PM

QUOTE(Cairo94507 @ Jan 2 2023, 05:59 AM)

Safe travels and great trailer.

That is Erics (PMB) trailer on its return trip after bringing Kelly's green machine back to CA.

Bob B

UkonCornelious

Jan 2 2023, 08:51 PM

I reinstalled my engine and trans Saturday (after a full rebuild/upgrade), and now I'm working on hooking everything up.

Today, I fixed some brittle wires coming off the generator, hooked up the shifter, and ran a new clutch cable. I broke the old clevis getting it out...

good thing I can steal one off my parts car!

Tomorrow, the plan is to hook up the clutch cable to the pedal cluster and finish working on some of the rust that I found under the gas tank. I have new fancy braided fuel lines, so I may start on those. The electrical hookups will be next (I hope I can figure out where everything goes...). Battery tray has been repainted and is ready to be bolted in and the battery placed on its throne.

I'd love the get the car back on the road within the next month. My motivation is high atm and hopefully, it will hold up.

Type 47

Jan 3 2023, 06:00 PM

Put this on

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JmuRiz

Jan 3 2023, 07:59 PM

…noooooo

CHIZ 914

Jan 3 2023, 09:15 PM

Cairo94507

Jan 4 2023, 07:59 AM

While I do not believe a Porsche emblem should adorn the hood of a 914, if you gotta have one, that is about where it should go. Well placed.

Type 47

Jan 4 2023, 08:43 PM

QUOTE(Cairo94507 @ Jan 4 2023, 05:59 AM)

While I do not believe a Porsche emblem should adorn the hood of a 914, if you gotta have one, that is about where it should go. Well placed.

I certainly appreciate the point of view you and others have. I have owned 7 914's over the last 45 years, i get it. However, this is not and will never be a concourse trailer queen. I know only 4 factory 914's had crests.

BTW: the factory emblem seemed a little high for me so I slid it down a bit to where the center of the badge would be where the bottom of the factory crest would have been.

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Root_Werks

Jan 5 2023, 12:27 PM

This was actually yesterday, took the six out for a drive.

CCE

Jan 5 2023, 04:33 PM

QUOTE(JmuRiz @ Jan 3 2023, 07:59 PM)

…noooooo

First time for me seeing the position of the “914world” people on the front hood issue can’t stop laughing, thank you all!

Stratfink

Jan 5 2023, 06:29 PM

Got 1 of 2 Euro turn signals from Martin Baker installed. Getting the connections back on was a PITA - must be a better trick. Also cleaned 45+ years of crud off the u-bracket that holds this in place .

Still have the side marker warts for now...one thing at a time.

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Type 47

Jan 5 2023, 08:48 PM

QUOTE(CCE @ Jan 5 2023, 02:33 PM)

QUOTE(JmuRiz @ Jan 3 2023, 07:59 PM)

…noooooo

First time for me seeing the position of the “914world” people on the front hood issue can’t stop laughing, thank you all!

I myself got a chuckle out of the response and certainly the added visuals.

I've seen a couple of cars lately that are true original cars. One a 73' basically one owner car and only 200 miles from me; the auction price eventually hit $38k though.

A high end dealer in my area recently sold two ultra low mile 1.8's for $80k,

NEVER put a crest on one of those.

But for all the other's that have: added Webers, changed wheels, upgraded the front valance with a spoiler, changed the radio, modded the car in one of hundreds of ways, or put in a 2056, etc, etc.

do you still have a problem with a crest?

CCE

Jan 6 2023, 01:31 PM

New hella dual tone horn.

The old one sounded like “someone cough”

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