Oil change, added the tuna can and finally replaced the broken passenger side door handle.
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Today I received a box full of goodies from 914rubber . Thank you Mark!This should keep me busy for weeks!
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Started cleaning up the body work. It looks much better without all the random black spray paint.
QUOTE(slotty008 @ Jul 4 2016, 05:19 PM) 
Today I received a box full of goodies from 914rubber . Thank you Mark!This should keep me busy for weeks!
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Good Stuff!
That timing chain configuration looks like an Audi V8 B6 setup
Fixed/changed the shift bushings on Kathy's bumblebee. She had been complaining that her shifting was bad. I just figured she was comparing it to the shifter in her WRX with a shift kit installed. Well I should have been a better listener because today when I removed the rubber sleeve over the shift coupler near the fire wall one bushing crumbled out on to the garage floor. I guess she was right. Changed today and car shifts great now. 
I bet she'll be happy, but I am sure I'll still hear I told you so.
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Kathy got home and took it for a spin. She rated it a 9.5 out of a 10. She said she is no longer stirring the soup or driving the bus when driving her car and she is happy.
I bet she'll be happy, but I am sure I'll still hear I told you so.******update********
Kathy got home and took it for a spin. She rated it a 9.5 out of a 10. She said she is no longer stirring the soup or driving the bus when driving her car and she is happy.
QUOTE(cary @ Jul 2 2016, 11:18 AM)
Last night ................
Took the wife and did the August SCCA Friday night TSD rally. Come to find out these are trap style rallies and a little over our pay grade for ones first TSD rally. LOL.
Only had to call the Rallymaster once. LOL.
Blew by the first check point without stopping, but scored a 37.
It went downhill from there. Final score 937. But we weren't the worst. High score 1238.
Winning score 18.
Absolutely bitch'n roads. Had a ball.
Hint : Read the rule book about 3 times and it would make your first rally a little easier.
Us not, cold turkey.
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Tonight, driving to Ridgefield for dinner.
Looks like the tuna can and output shaft leaks are fixed.
Get a Garman dude....
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Installed a lift this AM! Should make working underneath a lot nicer! Now I can install Eric's rebuilt rear brake valve without laying on my back!!!
Installed a lift this AM! Should make working underneath a lot nicer! Now I can install Eric's rebuilt rear brake valve without laying on my back!!!
Finally finished up the rear brake caliper rebuilds using the kit from PMB.
A quick shout out to Eric @ PMB. When I finally tore into the rebuild kit, I realized a couple of O-rings were missing. Eric quickly sent me replacements and also threw in the brake bleeder screws I had mentioned I needed to order. Great service!
Gary
A quick shout out to Eric @ PMB. When I finally tore into the rebuild kit, I realized a couple of O-rings were missing. Eric quickly sent me replacements and also threw in the brake bleeder screws I had mentioned I needed to order. Great service!
Gary
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Installed a lift this AM! Should make working underneath a lot nicer! Now I can install Eric's rebuilt rear brake valve without laying on my back!!!
Re-installed the rear brake "valve" that Eric rebuilt. The top nut is a PITA to thread with the "valve" and brake lines in the way!! Finally got in and the brakes rebled for the 100th time!
Got to try out the rolling jack that came with the lift- worked slick!!
Now that the sun is almost down (though still 105!) , time to see how the brakes feel...
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Got to try out the rolling jack that came with the lift- worked slick!!
Now that the sun is almost down (though still 105!) , time to see how the brakes feel...
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Stripped most of the rust off the wheels and painted them. They are only temporary but I wanted them to look nicer than they did when I bought the car. One of them is a replacement and is about 2 cm wider than the originals.
The car was missing 2 lug bolts when I bought it. Does anyone have a couple they want to part with? I plan to go with studs eventually but will use the bolts for the early stages of the project.
The car was missing 2 lug bolts when I bought it. Does anyone have a couple they want to part with? I plan to go with studs eventually but will use the bolts for the early stages of the project.
Cleaned more parts for my 1.8, worked on JeeperJohns seats for a little bit.
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Went the for a high end anaversary dinner followed by a front trunk picnic.
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Very cool - Congratulations!
$.99 tacos?? Slow down, dude. You need to save those for the "big" anniversaries
Seriously, congratulations. Looks like you scored husband points (and fairly inexpensively, I might add). Nice!
Seriously, congratulations. Looks like you scored husband points (and fairly inexpensively, I might add). Nice!
Drove from /Berkeley to Tracy on a beautiful day in Northern California. After today's drive I promised myself never to go back to carbs fuel injection is the only way to go. Especially with a V6.Click to view attachment
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Installed a lift this AM! Should make working underneath a lot nicer! Now I can install Eric's rebuilt rear brake valve without laying on my back!!!
Looks like the perfect garage. Slide another 914 under the lift. Don't spoil it with tools.
I checked where my 914 was at the moment. It is on its way ! About 2-3 more weeks before I can see it with my own eyes ....
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QUOTE(Frankvw @ Jul 11 2016, 01:14 PM)
I checked where my 914 was at the moment. It is on its way ! About 2-3 more weeks before I can see it with my own eyes ....
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Whooohoo, hurry up little boat!
I waxed mine for the first time ever in my possession and I've owned it since 2013...
Noticed a spot under the car.... gasoline smell. Took the car in to MRD Racing (Vista, CA), and they found a leaking fuel line, up front at the access port. Got it fixed, fortunately didn't go up in flames.
Cuda, I assume you have an extinguisher in the car. NEVER go without one! Many years ago I was starting my car in Porsche Park at Road America and it wouldn't start and had a MAJOR gas smell. One of the fuel lines had come loose. Thank God no one was smoking nearby, but I got a Halon extinguisher right after that and have never not had one in any of our vehicles.
Cheap insurance!!!
Cheap insurance!!!
QUOTE(SKL1 @ Jul 14 2016, 11:59 AM)
Cuda, I assume you have an extinguisher in the car. NEVER go without one! Many years ago I was starting my car in Porsche Park at Road America and it wouldn't start and had a MAJOR gas smell. One of the fuel lines had come loose. Thank God no one was smoking nearby, but I got a Halon extinguisher right after that and have never not had one in any of our vehicles.
Cheap insurance!!!
Good advice The only time I've used mine was on a flaming VW pulled to the side of the road. Some poor guy was yanking off burning parts when I arrived. It was out in less than 8 seconds. Also, read the instructions before using. Most people don't realize there is a correct way to use one.
Got my new drop link arms from Bruce Stone and drove the car today!
To much pre load so I'm gonna put the adjustable arms on and see how it feels.
Pics to follow.
To much pre load so I'm gonna put the adjustable arms on and see how it feels.
Pics to follow.
QUOTE(Cuda911 @ Jul 13 2016, 11:05 PM)
Noticed a spot under the car.... gasoline smell. Took the car in to MRD Racing (Vista, CA), and they found a leaking fuel line, up front at the access port. Got it fixed, fortunately didn't go up in flames.
Hopefully they replaced all of the hoses in the system with SAE-30R9 (or better) hoses.
Worked on the Zeniths. All new gaskets. One down one to go...
Zenith Driverside done.
Got under it and cranked down on my heat echanger bolts. Improved, but a little leaky I think still. Also rigged up some tubing and forced some lube into my new throttle cable. Some folks think its a bad idea, but i went for it. Film at 11.
No work on it directly, I started to put together my new mill to make some parts for it!
Top portion weighs 1100+ pounds, base is 500+ pounds.
I still need to attach the 10 tool ATC and the power drawbar.
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Top portion weighs 1100+ pounds, base is 500+ pounds.
I still need to attach the 10 tool ATC and the power drawbar.
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QUOTE(Dion @ Jul 16 2016, 07:28 PM)
Zenith Driverside done.
Beauty....I like the picture, great placement!
QUOTE(Mueller @ Jul 16 2016, 09:37 PM)
No work on it directly, I started to put together my new mill to make some parts for it!
Top portion weighs 1100+ pounds, base is 500+ pounds.
I still need to attach the 10 tool ATC and the power drawbar.
... Top portion weighs 1100+ pounds, base is 500+ pounds.
I still need to attach the 10 tool ATC and the power drawbar.
Brought her home for the 1st time in 2 years
QUOTE(Mueller @ Jul 16 2016, 10:37 PM)
No work on it directly, I started to put together my new mill to make some parts for it!
Top portion weighs 1100+ pounds, base is 500+ pounds.
I still need to attach the 10 tool ATC and the power drawbar.
OK Mueller, I am jealous! I have been lusting for a Tormach for years. I can't wait to see the cool parts that will come off that machine. I would love to have a tool changer on my Mill.
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QUOTE(Mueller @ Jul 16 2016, 10:37 PM)
No work on it directly, I started to put together my new mill to make some parts for it!
Top portion weighs 1100+ pounds, base is 500+ pounds.
I still need to attach the 10 tool ATC and the power drawbar.
OK Mueller, I am jealous! I have been lusting for a Tormach for years. I can't wait to see the cool parts that will come off that machine. I would love to have a tool changer on my Mill.
I'm getting this for it as well:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TlQgMk6te_Y
I lost a fuel pump in the middle of nowhere... At least I had limited cell service, no calls but I could text and surf the web. The PCA guys stopped and were able to drive ahead to call my wife for rescue. I had set her up with tow bar and gear before I left on the cruise. Took her two hours to get out to me and another two hours to get home... I brought my laptop and diagnostic tools with me so troubleshooting was easy, repair was impossible... Now I need a fuel pump.
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Luckily I had plenty of water...
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Mike (muller), you ever give any thought to making the 4 lug hubs that accomidate the vented rotors again?
I noticed that the passenger side sun visor was hanging a bit low. I got out my trusty stubby phillips and tightened the set screw.
I am pleased to report that after a 45 min test drive including full throttle acceleration, threshold breaking and as many 1 g corners I could find, just like an airplane tray table on Viagra, the previously drooping visor remained in it's full upright position.
I am pleased to report that after a 45 min test drive including full throttle acceleration, threshold breaking and as many 1 g corners I could find, just like an airplane tray table on Viagra, the previously drooping visor remained in it's full upright position.
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QUOTE(Mueller @ Jul 16 2016, 10:37 PM)
No work on it directly, I started to put together my new mill to make some parts for it!
Top portion weighs 1100+ pounds, base is 500+ pounds.
I still need to attach the 10 tool ATC and the power drawbar.
OK Mueller, I am jealous! I have been lusting for a Tormach for years. I can't wait to see the cool parts that will come off that machine. I would love to have a tool changer on my Mill.
I'm getting this for it as well:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TlQgMk6te_Y
Wow. It is so weird, for some reason that didn't make me less jealous. Haha. That is truly going to be an awesome setup!
QUOTE(cali914 @ Jul 17 2016, 07:02 AM)
Worked on my front headlight aesthetics. I tried to drill and cut the yellow lenses
Neat, cannot wait to see those in person.
Fixed the driver's window. The "button" came off the regulator cable, letting the window fall to the bottom of the track.
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Pried apart the teeth a little to give them a better grip on the button
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Kind of a fiddly job, but after cleaning the regulator cable and realigning the track it works much better. Not sure how long the old button will last though . . . does anybody ("Mikey"?) make a replacement for the early cars (70-72)?
Also started cleaning up the cockpit after the Engman long-kit install (THANKS Scotty!). Next steps: Ospho, then primer, paint, and put the interior back in.
Lots more to follow . . .
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Pried apart the teeth a little to give them a better grip on the button
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Kind of a fiddly job, but after cleaning the regulator cable and realigning the track it works much better. Not sure how long the old button will last though . . . does anybody ("Mikey"?) make a replacement for the early cars (70-72)?
Also started cleaning up the cockpit after the Engman long-kit install (THANKS Scotty!). Next steps: Ospho, then primer, paint, and put the interior back in.
Lots more to follow . . .
QUOTE(carr914 @ Jul 17 2016, 07:35 AM)
Brought her home for the 1st time in 2 years
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QUOTE(carr914 @ Jul 17 2016, 04:12 PM)
Nice, TC.
Been a while
Fired her up an pumped up the tires. Noticed that I am missing the current sticker. put her back in the garage.
How is everyone?
Fired her up an pumped up the tires. Noticed that I am missing the current sticker. put her back in the garage.
How is everyone?
T.C. - Congratulations! Car is beautiful...love the color, Fuchs, stance. Wish it was in my garage.
QUOTE(KaptKaos @ Jul 17 2016, 05:30 PM)
Been a while
Fired her up an pumped up the tires. Noticed that I am missing the current sticker. put her back in the garage.
How is everyone?
Garage ??? ... you have room in your garage now? Fired her up an pumped up the tires. Noticed that I am missing the current sticker. put her back in the garage.
How is everyone?
I sold some parts I no longer needed this w/e
I'm leaving for AZ again, but when I get back, I need to finish prepping Dianne's '71 for body/paint, get her motor runnin',
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QUOTE(KaptKaos @ Jul 17 2016, 05:30 PM)
Been a while
Fired her up an pumped up the tires. Noticed that I am missing the current sticker. put her back in the garage.
How is everyone?
Garage ??? ... you have room in your garage now? Fired her up an pumped up the tires. Noticed that I am missing the current sticker. put her back in the garage.
How is everyone?
I sold some parts I no longer needed this w/e
I'm leaving for AZ again, but when I get back, I need to finish prepping Dianne's '71 for body/paint, get her motor runnin',
- Yes, she's in the garage. They are small cars.
When will you be back from AZ?
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