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Very nice, Jeffrey. Hope the progress continues at a pace like this.

Update:

Case has been split & everything blasted

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Cam is worn and will be replaced with NOS German along with the 96mm Pistons and Cylinders
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Crank is good

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Valve guides were shot, but intakes good.

Original German Valves look great and will be put back in along with the crank.

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Should start going back together in a few weeks.

Jeffery,
Wow really looking good.. Keep on adding progress posts. Good luck..
914/Alan

Parts update: Recently acquired NOS/NLA Bumperettes & Regulator, rebuilt Koni reds with Rear Springs and 12v ignition coil

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Thanks to Tom_T, was able to get an updated COA that specifically states "Marathon Blue Metallic" although they will not list the paint code of L96M

As per PCNA, "The COA will only list the Porsche Exterior Color code. It is similar to an option number/code for the exterior color that was chosen therefore the COA will list 89. We do not list paint codes on the COA"

Not sure that it matters so long as the proper color is listed as per the L96M punched into the chassis plate.


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Picked up the Fan Shroud earlier today from the tumble blast procedure. The process and type of media used was not disclosed when asked.

The results far exceeded my expectation as the Magnesium case looks as new. The process actually closes the pores so it will not absorb any coatings and I am leaving it as is so as not to impede any heat dissipation once reinstalled. It looks so good that I will use the process on my transmission case as well as the decision was recently made to rebuild it now that it is out of the car.

Here are some before and after pics.



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Had some Weld repairs done to the Heat Exchangers compliments of Tim at Morse Muffler & Performance Exhaust in Burbank...great shop!

Spent some time cleaning them up with a baking soda/water mixture and a soft/medium brush.

Might get into it a little more with some oxalic acid tomorrow.



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Update:

Cleaned up a bit better with some Barkeeper's Friend containing Oxalic Acid. Looks like this is as good as they're going to get.


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After treating the fuel tank to an acid bath and blasting prior to powder-coat, it seems the little rust demons were a little farther along than originally anticipated. Better to find out now than later.

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Will now start the process over with a different tank.

Was also able to source a replacement set of rubber bumpers for the tank.

Jefferey-

I like the detail you're sharing with us. Very motivating to say the least!!!

I'm starting to tear down my ORANGE 914 now.

I have a hunch you'll complete your resto before I complete my 914 Hauler.

See ya this weekend my friend....



Oscar

Great cleaning tips that I sure didn't know. They look great! Thanks

Calvin & Tucker Jumped right into this morning's Fed EX delivery thinking it was their dog food delivery from Chewy.com

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But even better, turned out to be two boxes full of 914 Resto parts from 914Rubber.com. A big thank you to Mark and Scott for getting me sorted out with all this. This stuff looks really good and I'll spend some time on Saturday going through it.

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I want your deep pockets....keep it coming.



Oscar

Getting down to just the lint way at the bottom....

nice progress

Still moving along on schedule.

Doors and Trunk lids are already done up with Primer. Body work starts in earnest on Monday.

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DO NOT re-use 40 year old sodium filled exhaust valves disaster waiting to happen !
This is what happened as I was dis-assembling my 2L head, just tapped valve stem with mallet to insure stems not frozen in guides when spring popped loose.

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Jeff,
You are making great progress. Wish I had much energy as you do.

Picked Up a second fuel tank over the weekend and had the inside treated. Upon pic- up noticed that it is also rusted in the exact same spot as the original tank and will open up upon prep for powder coat.

Unbelieveable, I still need to source a fuel tank without rust! This is a real PITA!!!




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I have a few good tanks... PM sent.

Sir Jeffrey, maybe just need to buy new fuel cell!

Back from Powder Coating, clean and ready for re-installation! All I need is a matching Fuel Tank

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Disassembled two sets of head light buckets and need to figure out whether or not to media blast and powder coat these. Would also need to refinish all of the hardware and re-assemble.

Right brain would feel very accomplished in doing that. Left brain wants to buy a nice clean set and not even bother. What would you do?



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Here are some pics of the inside of Fuel tank #3 that I picked up from Bob B. As you can see its pretty clean.

I had treated the previous two tanks, however I am thinking to just go with it as is and just get the exterior powder coated.

Problem with rust treatment is that it needs to be resealed, but neutralized first with Muriatic acid and I'm not into burning the insides of my lungs with that stuff.

Is there any reason why I couldn't go with this tank as is on the inside? If so, let me know.


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That tank looks fine. I'd run it.

Just PC or paint the headlight stuff proper gray color.

I have done quite a few of these. Sandblast, paint and send the hardware out for re-plating. The chrome rings usually clean up pretty well. I have a gas tank as well. If you need help, let me know. I'll do what I can for you. Jim.

Run that tank.

Jeffery,
Its great you met Bob B. as he lives really close to me..
Looks like you 914 is really coming along as its a labor of love..
Take Care,Alan
PS.Haven't done anything with the Lic Plates..Been busy..

Jeffrey-

My 2 cents...

Right brain all the way so listen to Jim's expert advice...you won't regret it.

Oscar

with the others, run the tank as is, Jeffery. I’m not a big fan of inside tank coating anyway, as if the prep isn’t perfect the coating may not adhere to the inside properly and can cause just as many problems as rust does.

Thanks to all who have responded. Tank and headlight assemblies went off for Powder Coating earlier today.

For anyone that is looking in the Valley contact Marcille at Powder Craft. Their work is excellent.

http://www.powdercraftlosangeles.com/

After an exhaustive search, I was able to find the correct NOS VW Camshaft for my build. It is actually the part that supersedes part #021109015M. Its listed as a 1.7, but we know that all 1.7-2.0 D-Jet Cams were the same so all good. Below is the listing and called the supplier to verify and its being shipped out today.

Item#: 021109015K Camshaft, w/ -3 Riveted on Gear p/n 021109111B, 1700 Solid Lifter Bus Typ. II IV 72-74, 914 Porsche 70-76

NOS Genuine German Box, still coated in Cosmoline



Once it gets here, the motor will start to go back together next week. Almost ready to turn the corner on this project!

Decided to also provide a link to the back story if anyone is interested in the details.

http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?sho...p;#entry2550062

Today's delivery along with the new ignition harness and 12V coil should take care of that issue!

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Transmission Case # HA 04 05 3 Cleaned Up and Ready For Rebuild.



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Too nice....



Rotisserie time yet?????

C'mon Oscar its a Car, not a Chicken!



Sticking with the plan for an Excellent driver. I have no intention of making the car better than when it left the factory.

Did have the opportunity to tour John Esposito's new shop up in the Valley this past Saturday as part of a PCA organized tour. If you want a car that's better than new with respect to paint and finish, look no further. Would definitely consider depleting the kid's college funds if I were to jump into that World.

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NOS Cam arrived today and the box appears to be older than dirt. Part # ends in the letter K instead of J as this part is so old, it supersedes it. Shout out to Bug City in Berlin, CT for hooking me up!

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Camshaft is still coated in Cosmoline to protect it, just have to get it all off of there! The cam is smooth above the center bearing journal and has the 1/2 ring below it just like the original.

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It is a -3 at the teeth and matching Cam Gear number 021 109 111B just like the original.

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Just as difficult was tracking down a set of NOS OEM Cam Followers (lifters), but I found those too.

Thanks to Scott at German Supply in Toronto for his box of 7 and Terry at Griffin Motor Werke in Berkeley for the lead to the remaining one at Capitol VW in San Jose.


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Happy to put this chapter to bed!

Progressing Well. Should be ready for paint in 3 weeks!


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What a nice X'mas present you got there....you must have been nice this year.




Oscar

Four Spray Outs of L96M (Marathon Blue) from several different paint manufacturers.
Amazing how far off some of them are from the actual color. They had to shoot it with a camera to get the right match. Can anyone guess which is closest to the original?


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We have a winner!

Marathon Blue is a strange color to look at in the context of individual pieces. Here's what my bumpers looked like after paint, in the booth:

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This is what it looked like when it was all back together:

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You're going to love the color!

That looks terrific.

So true and when you look at those bumpers in fluorescent light, they look gray. Luckily, we were able to match the paint to specific areas in the frunk that were original paint.

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Been following your threads and am amazed at the level of work that is required on your car. At least it will be worth it on a real 6.

Luckily, there were no surprises with my car once it got torn down. Only a set of donor doors were used and everything else is original. Had to repair some bad body work on the passenger side quarter panel and other than perhaps a few dings, the car was not accidented. The initial assessment at time of PPI for minor hell hole and front trunk pan repair was also correct.

Hope your progress continues and cant wait to see it out there soon.

When you where out at my place getting the gas tank I told you back in 1972 I had a brand new 1972 Super Beatle in Marathon blue I bought new for $2.700.

What ever paint you get for your car, get much more than you think you will need and if they mix it out in quarts, mix them all together and then pour them back in the quarts so the colors are all the same. If you need to do a fender or a repair you will have the right color. Ask the paint shop what pressure they are shooting at and mark it on the cans.

Great color for 2-stage paint.

Bob B
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Picture is Not my car but a special edition Baja Bug with its special wheels that where silver gray from VW just like mine. It was my first brand new car.
VW dealer 5 houses from my house.

Great advice, I'll take it. Thanks.

Great advice, here are the assemblies,like new back from powder coating.

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