bkrantz
Dec 16 2021, 08:42 PM
Back in the car, and roughly aligned.
bkrantz
Dec 16 2021, 08:45 PM
I forgot to mention that to remove the front rod, I have to open access to the shift lever base and loosen the bolt. I guess I should leave it open until the engine and trans are in place.
bkrantz
Dec 16 2021, 08:47 PM
Final shift linkage bit, at the trans input. New bushings for the shaft hole and the ball joint.
bkrantz
Dec 16 2021, 08:50 PM
Finally, the input coupler--more re-plated bling that nobody will see.
nivekdodge
Dec 16 2021, 09:44 PM
Exquisite
bkrantz
Dec 17 2021, 09:27 PM
I am trying to do all the things that are easier while the engine in still out. I got out all the trunk hinge parts and torsion bars.
bkrantz
Dec 17 2021, 09:28 PM
First, I used a die to chase all the studs.
bkrantz
Dec 17 2021, 09:31 PM
Then I fought the torsion bars into place, and clamped down. These things as a b*tch even at the beginning.
bkrantz
Dec 17 2021, 09:33 PM
At least I did remember to pass the bars through the hoop bracket. BTW, these are also powder-coated.
bkrantz
Dec 17 2021, 09:36 PM
Then the hinges, with the lever piece. I used lock nuts on the lever studs.
bkrantz
Dec 17 2021, 09:37 PM
Hinges installed, with new hinge pins and rollers.
bkrantz
Dec 17 2021, 09:39 PM
As recommended, I added some weight to the frunk to balance the weight of the engine and trans.
bkrantz
Dec 17 2021, 09:45 PM
I also picked up my muffler at the weld shop.
bkrantz
Dec 17 2021, 09:45 PM
It now has a stainless bung for the O2 sensor.
bkrantz
Dec 18 2021, 08:41 PM
More part deliveries. Here are M8 studs for the back of the transaxle.
bkrantz
Dec 18 2021, 08:42 PM
Got out my stud install kit again, and installed each stud with a dab of Loctite.
bkrantz
Dec 18 2021, 08:45 PM
I then installed the custom bracket that came with my Mcfarland muffler.
bkrantz
Dec 18 2021, 08:47 PM
I then got sidetracked. My hydraulic press piston stopped returning when I released the pressure valve. The most likely culprit was a broken return spring, so I ordered a replacement from Dake.
bkrantz
Dec 18 2021, 08:49 PM
Sure enough, the bottom of the spring was broken off. But the upper retaining bolt was also broken in half.
bkrantz
Dec 18 2021, 08:52 PM
I then spent 30 minutes removing the rest of the broken bolt, mostly by tapping the side with a punch to make it spin lefty-loosey.
bkrantz
Dec 18 2021, 08:55 PM
OK, all set to rebuild the piston with the new spring, but...the replacement is 2 inches shorter than the original. And I was planning to use the press for the next task today. Gotta improvise to stay on schedule.
bkrantz
Dec 18 2021, 08:57 PM
I also got bi O-rings to seal the CV joint boot flanges. These are 90 mm ID and 2 mm thick, from McMaster-Carr.
bkrantz
Dec 18 2021, 08:58 PM
They fit just right!
bkrantz
Dec 18 2021, 09:00 PM
Maybe its me (definitely) but the extra holes in the Type 1 CV boot flanges bother me. In the 914 application, these holes correspond to locating pins, not bolts.
bkrantz
Dec 18 2021, 09:01 PM
So I got out some brass shim material.
bkrantz
Dec 18 2021, 09:02 PM
And made interior covers for the extra holes.
bkrantz
Dec 18 2021, 09:02 PM
And then glued them in place with aviation sealant.
bkrantz
Dec 18 2021, 09:04 PM
OK, on with assembly. First, to lube all the CV joints with the grease that came in the GKN kits. A slightly messy job.
bkrantz
Dec 18 2021, 09:10 PM
So, with a new O-ring in the boot flange, and a flattened conical washer I tapped the CV joint onto the axle.
bkrantz
Dec 18 2021, 09:12 PM
I ended up using the split ring retainer, which fit exactly.
bkrantz
Dec 18 2021, 09:14 PM
To minimize mess, after installing one CV on each half-shaft, I attached the stub axle with a new paper gasket.
bkrantz
Dec 18 2021, 09:16 PM
Without my press, I used a vise to squeeze the CV with new locating pins into the flange, enough to get the bolts started.
bkrantz
Dec 18 2021, 09:23 PM
I then used new factory bolts, with new Schorr washers, and re-plated hardware, and got the stub axles attached.
I then installed the CV on the other end.
bkrantz
Dec 18 2021, 09:26 PM
Eventually, I had two complete axles, ready to install.
bkrantz
Dec 18 2021, 09:27 PM
And so, into the rear hubs.
bkrantz
Dec 18 2021, 09:28 PM
Easy to insert the splined stub axle.
bkrantz
Dec 18 2021, 09:39 PM
I braced the hub, and then got out the big torque wrench. 30-35 mkp (220-250 ft-lbs) is a big twist.
bkrantz
Dec 18 2021, 09:42 PM
And then finished with cotter pins.
bkrantz
Dec 18 2021, 09:43 PM
Ready for engine and trans.
euro911
Dec 19 2021, 12:25 PM
Paint the rotor hats black to help dissipate the heat. Also keeps rust at bay
bkrantz
Dec 19 2021, 08:09 PM
Thanks for the tip, Mark. I will put that on the list.
bkrantz
Dec 19 2021, 08:11 PM
I got some 22 G 3-conductor cable. This will connect the O2 sensor control with the AFR gauge.
bkrantz
Dec 19 2021, 08:14 PM
To get from the frunk to the interior I need to snake the cable through the snorkel. First, a bit of stiff wire.
bkrantz
Dec 19 2021, 08:15 PM
Then the cable.
bkrantz
Dec 19 2021, 08:16 PM
And into the interior.
bkrantz
Dec 19 2021, 08:17 PM
Now to connect the cable to the leads for the gauge. I soldered the connections.
bkrantz
Dec 19 2021, 08:19 PM
And then heat-shrink tubing around each connection, and around all three.
bkrantz
Dec 19 2021, 08:21 PM
I think the gauge will live in the center arm rest, next to my hidden audio system controller.
bkrantz
Dec 19 2021, 08:24 PM
At the other end, I put the snorkel back in place. I will find the best route for the cable when I do all the engine wiring.
bkrantz
Dec 19 2021, 08:25 PM
Speaking of wire placement, I drilled a 1 inch hole in the trunk wall.
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