Socalandy
Aug 27 2017, 11:12 PM
QUOTE(euro911 @ Aug 27 2017, 10:04 PM)
Andy, what matting did you use on the floor pan and firewall?
STP
http://stp-atlantic.com/
euro911
Aug 27 2017, 11:54 PM
Thanks
I might as well do my floor while the interior is torn out ...
falcor75
Aug 28 2017, 12:19 AM
I've eaten off dishes that wasnt as clean as that....
Cairo94507
Aug 28 2017, 06:02 AM
Wow - Hey Andy - you guys really shifted into high gear after we left. That looks terrific. We had a great time hanging out, talking and seeing your car.
banananose914
Aug 28 2017, 09:43 PM
QUOTE(altitude411 @ Aug 27 2017, 09:06 PM)
QUOTE(Socalandy @ Aug 27 2017, 09:58 PM)
Some more progress today
almost ready for carpet and wrap up the interior. Just a very short list of things to do...
Also great to meet Michael "Cairo" and his brother Bob today. Good Times
Not to nit-pic but one of the fuses seems to be a little cock-eyed....
Other than that ....
Click to view attachment,
I saw your post and became concerned. As a result I spoke with a friend of mine who is knowledgeable in photography and psychology. He said the reason for the knit picking is the angle of the dangle of the tea bag across ones chin may be affecting their eyesight and judgement. He went on to say that this tea bag syndrome might be because this person is unable or unwilling to appreciate the entire project. He said that the person posting might be the same type that on the last day before Christmas vacation, probably felt the need to tell the teacher that they forgot to give homework for the holiday.
I thought about what he had to say, and I told him that might be a little harsh. He said "no, I just call them as I see them, whether they're balls or whatever. He has always been rather insightful. I've known him my whole life.
euro911
Aug 29 2017, 12:04 AM
I think he was being facetious and simply forgot to put one of these at the end of his post:
Now, if you would have place the cover on your fuse block, none of this would have ever taken place
jkb944t
Aug 29 2017, 05:58 AM
Wow your car looks amazing! Love the great sounds your engine makes.
Jeff B
altitude411
Aug 29 2017, 08:03 PM
I NEVER said I didn't appreciate the project... how could you not appreciate the detail and precision that these gentleman have put into this most beautiful six??? It goes without saying.
* Bannananose: next time you get together to wank with your "insightful" friend take a time out and ask him to enlighten you on sarcasm. Oh, and
914350
Sep 3 2017, 06:53 PM
Another day at Jims. We go a lot done. Carpets and seats are in. Andy and Jim relaxing after a long day in the hot garage.
914350
Sep 3 2017, 06:57 PM
More pics.
914350
Sep 3 2017, 06:58 PM
More pics.
Cairo94507
Sep 3 2017, 07:42 PM
Wow! That looks like it rolled out of the factory o only better.
You guys are setting the new standard on these restorations. I just hope my car looks that nice.
Cheers
Michael
Socalandy
Sep 3 2017, 10:15 PM
One of the most satisfying parts of a resto IMO
Socalandy
Sep 3 2017, 10:16 PM
more pics
Socalandy
Sep 3 2017, 10:18 PM
Socalandy
Sep 3 2017, 10:21 PM
one more Sunday to completion
Socalandy
Sep 3 2017, 10:23 PM
Blue6
Sep 3 2017, 10:43 PM
Wow Bananabeek, that looks great. Only question is about the seatbelt holster. Weren't they aftermarket or dealer installed?
Larmo63
Sep 3 2017, 10:58 PM
Who said he is going to holster his seatbelt in it? It might have another purpose? Derringer?
banananose914
Sep 4 2017, 12:32 AM
Another big day today. Andy, Kent, Bob and Dave, thanks for all the help. By the time we restore my other car, I promise I'll have air conditioning in the garage. Today was brutal. Brutally hot, but damn good.
banananose914
Sep 4 2017, 12:33 AM
QUOTE(Blue6 @ Sep 3 2017, 09:43 PM)
Wow Bananabeek, that looks great. Only question is about the seatbelt holster. Weren't they aftermarket or dealer installed?
Why do you want to take a swing at the hornet's nest?
raynekat
Sep 4 2017, 12:45 AM
Those carpets look great; what company makes those? =
porschetub
Sep 4 2017, 02:19 AM
Wow and wow again...thinking this is one of those benchmark cars.
daytona
Sep 4 2017, 10:20 AM
Great looking car. Is that person carpeting?
Thanks,
Bill.
Socalandy
Sep 4 2017, 10:48 AM
It's German Perlon from Autobaun in San Diego
daytona
Sep 4 2017, 12:35 PM
Thanks Socalandy,
I have to replace the carpet on my now and I can't make up my mind.
Bill.
Cairo94507
Sep 5 2017, 06:02 AM
It's great that Jim, Kent, Andy and crew have done this already and know where to go to get all the good stuff our cars need. I love that carpeting. That will make my life easier as my car moves along.
Larmo63
Sep 5 2017, 08:35 AM
AppBiz makes pretty nice German Perlon kits too.
Your car looks great, Jim. When you do the "white" one, are you going to do a GT?
Socalandy
Oct 22 2017, 08:10 PM
Well I think we pretty well wrapped it up today. It’s going to alignment in the morning and hook up vapor recovery lines to engine shroud and air box. DONE
Socalandy
Oct 22 2017, 08:12 PM
Socalandy
Oct 22 2017, 08:13 PM
Socalandy
Oct 22 2017, 08:14 PM
Socalandy
Oct 22 2017, 08:20 PM
Uploading some clips to YouTube and post when done. I
914Sixer
Oct 22 2017, 08:20 PM
Built with more care and attention than the factory.
Cairo94507
Oct 22 2017, 09:42 PM
Simply stunning.
Congratulations to Jim, Andy and Kent for another terrific Six.
Socalandy
Oct 22 2017, 10:13 PM
ndfrigi
Oct 23 2017, 01:32 AM
super beautiful sir Jim! good job Andy and Kent!
defianty
Oct 23 2017, 02:21 AM
That's perfection!
cary
Oct 23 2017, 08:07 AM
QUOTE(Blue6 @ Sep 3 2017, 09:43 PM)
Wow Bananabeek, that looks great. Only question is about the seatbelt holster. Weren't they aftermarket or dealer installed?
I was wondering the same thing. We ran across them on Matt and Doug's cars.
The car is stunning ............. Well Done
76-914
Oct 23 2017, 09:04 AM
Beautiful! Excellent build.
Socalandy
Oct 23 2017, 09:39 AM
for those asking the carpet kit is from Autobahn
. They also do an amazing job wrapping steering wheels. remember to specify early or late so the passenger side mat is the correct size. Perlon and German velour full kits including trunks
https://www.autobahninteriors.com/7949 Stromesa Ct. Ste# e
San Diego CA 92126
Email- info@autobahninteriors.com
Tel- 858-453-2400
Chris H.
Oct 23 2017, 11:13 AM
Another one saved! Incredible craftsmanship guys. To pull a body apart like that and rebuild it perfectly and correctly....very hard to do. Check out the panel gaps!
euro911
Oct 23 2017, 11:41 AM
Nice job fellas. You know, if Porsche ever decides to start up 914 production again, you guys will have good jobs
Seriously, the time $ and effort you guys put into Jim's car really shows well.
JmuRiz
Oct 23 2017, 11:52 AM
QUOTE(914Sixer @ Oct 22 2017, 06:20 PM)
Built with more care and attention than the factory.
I was thinking the same thing...this car is amazing, the interior/exterior/etc. is better than new.
914350
Oct 25 2017, 01:44 PM
The car went out on Monday for an alignment and now it's back in my shop for a full polish/detail.
Cairo94507
Oct 25 2017, 01:56 PM
Wowzer! It looked terrific before. I can't wait until the next time I see it.
euro911
Oct 25 2017, 02:27 PM
I could never own a car that looks that nice - I'd be afraid to drive/park it anywhere
sb914
Oct 25 2017, 02:45 PM
QUOTE(euro911 @ Oct 25 2017, 01:27 PM)
I could never own a car that looks that nice - I'd be afraid to drive/park it anywhere
I can't even leave my pos alone without worrying about some dickwad fuching with it .
Dion
Oct 25 2017, 02:59 PM
Socalandy your car is absolutely a benchmark !! Absolutely stunning
Many miles of enjoyment wished for you.
Cairo94507
Oct 25 2017, 04:39 PM
SoCalAndy's car is indeed very nice; this one is Jim's though. They are both stunning examples.
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