![]() |
|
Porsche, and the Porsche crest are registered trademarks of Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG.
This site is not affiliated with Porsche in any way. Its only purpose is to provide an online forum for car enthusiasts. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners. |
|
![]() ![]() |
![]() |
JMKnight |
![]()
Post
#1
|
Aces & Eights ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 135 Joined: 30-December 09 From: Northern Indiana Member No.: 11,188 Region Association: Upper MidWest ![]() |
(IMG:style_emoticons/default/unsure.gif) Would like to know if anyone would give the name of an outlet for fiberglass bumpers, front and rear, for a 914-GT?? I have found a few places that sell these parts, but I know that quality can vary and I would not to end up with thin, wavy bumpers..JKt
|
DBCooper |
![]()
Post
#2
|
14's in the 13's with ATTITUDE ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 3,079 Joined: 25-August 04 From: Dazed and Confused Member No.: 2,618 Region Association: Northern California ![]() |
Quality... you mean like in a collision? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
|
dr914@autoatlanta.com |
![]()
Post
#3
|
914 Guru ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 7,911 Joined: 3-January 07 From: atlanta georgia Member No.: 7,418 Region Association: None ![]() |
(IMG:style_emoticons/default/unsure.gif) Would like to know if anyone would give the name of an outlet for fiberglass bumpers, front and rear, for a 914-GT?? I have found a few places that sell these parts, but I know that quality can vary and I would not to end up with thin, wavy bumpers..JKt The stuff is all ill fitting junk if you want the oil cooler cutout. We had one of our non oil cooler bumpers fitted to the "last six" that fit great but sold it anticipating to install the original style with the front oil cooler cutout: Well we tried but air and gt racing and absolute junk in composition and fit.....and we sell them!!!!!!!!!!!! If you buy one with the cutout expect to work on it awhile before getting a satisfactory fit (even to the extent of cut and chop!) |
SirAndy |
![]()
Post
#4
|
Resident German ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Admin Posts: 41,702 Joined: 21-January 03 From: Oakland, Kalifornia Member No.: 179 Region Association: Northern California ![]() |
I have to agree with the Dr. ...
Expect to do some fitting work, no matter where you buy. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/dry.gif) George, how about a GOOD(!) replica of the 916 front bumper? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif) I know you have a fairly straight sample to make a mold from. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) Andy |
porschecb |
![]()
Post
#5
|
Senior Member ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 1,092 Joined: 13-August 04 From: Las Vegas NV Member No.: 2,529 Region Association: None ![]() |
(IMG:style_emoticons/default/unsure.gif) Would like to know if anyone would give the name of an outlet for fiberglass bumpers, front and rear, for a 914-GT?? I have found a few places that sell these parts, but I know that quality can vary and I would not to end up with thin, wavy bumpers..JKt I bought front & rear non gt glass bumpers from ZERO-KEWL914 on e-bay and they fit perfect. He has them on there now. Michael |
pete-stevers |
![]()
Post
#6
|
saved from fire! ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 2,643 Joined: 10-October 04 From: Abbotsford,BC, Canada Member No.: 2,914 Region Association: Pacific Northwest ![]() ![]() |
I have a set for GT racing...had a fair bit of fitting , you will need plenty of fibre glass kitty hair, bondo,thick primer and elbo grease to make em straight.
but it can be done, |
dr914@autoatlanta.com |
![]()
Post
#7
|
914 Guru ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 7,911 Joined: 3-January 07 From: atlanta georgia Member No.: 7,418 Region Association: None ![]() |
(IMG:style_emoticons/default/unsure.gif) Would like to know if anyone would give the name of an outlet for fiberglass bumpers, front and rear, for a 914-GT?? I have found a few places that sell these parts, but I know that quality can vary and I would not to end up with thin, wavy bumpers..JKt I bought front & rear non gt glass bumpers from ZERO-KEWL914 on e-bay and they fit perfect. He has them on there now. Michael yes our front non gt stock bumper fits like a glove (so to speak!) |
dr914@autoatlanta.com |
![]()
Post
#8
|
914 Guru ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 7,911 Joined: 3-January 07 From: atlanta georgia Member No.: 7,418 Region Association: None ![]() |
I have to agree with the Dr. ... Expect to do some fitting work, no matter where you buy. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/dry.gif) George, how about a GOOD(!) replica of the 916 front bumper? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif) I know you have a fairly straight sample to make a mold from. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) Andy Yes SIR!!! You and I should be photographed lathering up that front bumper from which to make a mold. It would make NATIONAL 914 news! |
SirAndy |
![]()
Post
#9
|
Resident German ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Admin Posts: 41,702 Joined: 21-January 03 From: Oakland, Kalifornia Member No.: 179 Region Association: Northern California ![]() |
George, how about a GOOD(!) replica of the 916 front bumper? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif) I know you have a fairly straight sample to make a mold from. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) Andy Yes SIR!!! You and I should be photographed lathering up that front bumper from which to make a mold. It would make NATIONAL 914 news! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/thumb3d.gif) Time for a roadtrip! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif) Andy |
porschecb |
![]()
Post
#10
|
Senior Member ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 1,092 Joined: 13-August 04 From: Las Vegas NV Member No.: 2,529 Region Association: None ![]() |
(IMG:style_emoticons/default/unsure.gif) Would like to know if anyone would give the name of an outlet for fiberglass bumpers, front and rear, for a 914-GT?? I have found a few places that sell these parts, but I know that quality can vary and I would not to end up with thin, wavy bumpers..JKt I bought front & rear non gt glass bumpers from ZERO-KEWL914 on e-bay and they fit perfect. He has them on there now. Michael He has the GT bumpers on E-Bay also and I would think they would fit as well as the ones I use but who knows. He has sold quite a few sets. Michael |
JMKnight |
![]()
Post
#11
|
Aces & Eights ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 135 Joined: 30-December 09 From: Northern Indiana Member No.: 11,188 Region Association: Upper MidWest ![]() |
No 914 bumper car, I just want to change the bumpers. No collision adjusted parts. I hate the chrome bumpers and would like an oil cooler installed. |
JMKnight |
![]()
Post
#12
|
Aces & Eights ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 135 Joined: 30-December 09 From: Northern Indiana Member No.: 11,188 Region Association: Upper MidWest ![]() |
This sounds like fun!
Attached File(s) ![]() |
campbellcj |
![]()
Post
#13
|
I can't Re Member ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 4,554 Joined: 26-December 02 From: Agoura, CA Member No.: 21 Region Association: Southern California ![]() ![]() |
I have an older set from GT Racing - 2004 or so - and they are very nice. Hank told me at the time that he had new molds and these are thin and straight. Nonetheless some fitting is needed but nothing too wild.
Now recently I just got another rear as a replacement/spare and it is a whole different animal - not nearly as nice - thicker and heavier although reasonable straight and smooth. I suspect it has way more resin or filler in it to smooth out the imperfections from tired old molds, or sumthin' |
koozy |
![]()
Post
#14
|
Senior Member ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 651 Joined: 21-July 07 Member No.: 7,931 Region Association: None ![]() |
From what I have experienced, Getty Design makes good products. I have several of their items and the fit is always very good.
|
campbellcj |
![]()
Post
#15
|
I can't Re Member ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 4,554 Joined: 26-December 02 From: Agoura, CA Member No.: 21 Region Association: Southern California ![]() ![]() |
From what I have experienced, Getty Design makes good products. I have several of their items and the fit is always very good. +1 Getty's stuff is extremely good in my experience (I have their lids) plus everything I have heard over the years. If they make bumpers I would explore that option although I'm not sure they do the typical 914 bumpers and spoilers. I believe numerous vendors are selling the bumpers and spoilers made by the same supplier, probably GT Racing although I have no inside info on that. |
Rand |
![]()
Post
#16
|
Cross Member ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 7,409 Joined: 8-February 05 From: OR Member No.: 3,573 Region Association: None ![]() |
|
Scott S |
![]()
Post
#17
|
Small Member ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 1,697 Joined: 30-April 03 From: Colorado Member No.: 633 ![]() |
I just installed an amber fan shroud from Getty. I was expecting lots of fitment time, but it went on as easy as an origial part.
As well, there was an issue with one of the block off plates, and they had a new one to me pronto. I wouldnt' even think twice about ordering from them - very good folks. |
JMKnight |
![]()
Post
#18
|
Aces & Eights ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 135 Joined: 30-December 09 From: Northern Indiana Member No.: 11,188 Region Association: Upper MidWest ![]() |
From what I have experienced, Getty Design makes good products. I have several of their items and the fit is always very good. +1 Getty's stuff is extremely good in my experience (I have their lids) plus everything I have heard over the years. If they make bumpers I would explore that option although I'm not sure they do the typical 914 bumpers and spoilers. I believe numerous vendors are selling the bumpers and spoilers made by the same supplier, probably GT Racing although I have no inside info on that. Thanks, I have checked out their site. There is a very informational article about finishing fiberglass products and they have the GT bumpers I was looking for. |
jmill |
![]()
Post
#19
|
Green Hornet ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 2,449 Joined: 9-May 08 From: Racine, Wisconsin Member No.: 9,038 Region Association: Upper MidWest ![]() |
+3 on the Getty stuff. I have both lids also. Fit and finish were great. If they have what your looking for go for it. I'm surprised that the FG bumpers out there fit badly. It doesn't get much easier than pulling a mold from a bumper.
|
andys |
![]()
Post
#20
|
Advanced Member ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 2,165 Joined: 21-May 03 From: Valencia, CA Member No.: 721 Region Association: None ![]() ![]() |
I bought a Rennspeed fiberglass replica front bumper and was surprised at how well it matched up; nice quality. By comparison, I bought the 916 rear bumper/valence (made from the Mitcom mold) and it fits horrible.
Andys |
![]() ![]() |
![]() |
Lo-Fi Version | Time is now: 23rd June 2024 - 02:12 PM |
All rights reserved 914World.com © since 2002 |
914World.com is the fastest growing online 914 community! We have it all, classifieds, events, forums, vendors, parts, autocross, racing, technical articles, events calendar, newsletter, restoration, gallery, archives, history and more for your Porsche 914 ... |