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| 356driver |
 Jun 16 2006, 06:05 PM
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Newbie  Group: Members Posts: 3 Joined: 16-June 06 From: San Clemente, CA Member No.: 6,241  |
Hi Everyone,
I don't know what came over me but I just bought a 1974 914 1.8. Once I came to my senses I thought it would be a good idea say hi to this forum. My other Porsches are listed below. My new acquisition is unmolested, known history, and is best described as a 20 footer with a lot going for it. Overall the car is in great shape with a solid, straight body and original interior in good condition. I'll be fixing a few little nits and will then hang onto it for weekend driving or whatever. This forum looks like the place to be. I have already learned a lot about seat belts (I have a sticky inertia reel). I am impressed with the breadth of experience and practicle tips available. My first question - the rear valance is missing. Do I replace it? I look forward to associating with you all. |
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| VegasRacer |
Jun 16 2006, 06:09 PM
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ELVIRA Group: Benefactors Posts: 8,709 Joined: 27-March 03 From: Between Scylla and Charybdis Member No.: 481 Region Association: None 
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Welcome. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wavey.gif)
Nobody will answer any of your questions until you post a picture of your car. *(it's a rule, ya know) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) |
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| type47fan |
Jun 16 2006, 06:13 PM
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It Looks Better In Person. . . Group: Members Posts: 860 Joined: 17-September 03 From: Carlsbad, CA Member No.: 1,170 Region Association: Southern California 
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Your decision to jump in with both feet is admirable! The main thing you'll notice is the unconditional acceptance and respect for diverse opinions expressed here. The real valance question is your call. What do you think and want your vehicle/project to be? Personally, I don't like missing parts. Most members are always searching for the part that will make their ride complete. But, it's your call. . . . Again, welcome and remember: be sure to post many pictures of your car. |
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| JoeSharp |
Jun 16 2006, 06:13 PM
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In Irvine, Ca. May 15-18 Group: Members Posts: 3,947 Joined: 9-July 03 From: DeLand, Florida Member No.: 898 Region Association: South East States |
(IMG:style_emoticons/default/welcome.png) Not sure, but i don't think John is telling the truth.
:PERMAGRIN: Joe |
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| TINCAN914 |
Jun 16 2006, 06:16 PM
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Summer's Commin... Group: Members Posts: 2,440 Joined: 18-August 05 From: Colorado Springs, CO. Member No.: 4,611 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
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| olav |
Jun 16 2006, 06:17 PM
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Senior Member Group: Retired Members Posts: 1,107 Joined: 28-December 02 From: Los Gatos, CA. USA Member No.: 34 Region Association: None |
QUOTE(356driver @ Jun 16 2006, 05:05 PM)  My first question - the rear valance is missing. Do I replace it? I would say yes. Get one. |
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| Bleyseng |
Jun 16 2006, 06:26 PM
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Aircooled Baby! Group: Members Posts: 13,036 Joined: 27-December 02 From: Seattle, Washington (for now) Member No.: 24 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
Yes, replace the rear valance. Steel ones were OEM but Fiberglass ones are around.
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| So.Cal.914 |
Jun 16 2006, 06:40 PM
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"...And it has a front trunk too." Group: Members Posts: 6,588 Joined: 15-February 04 From: Low Desert, CA./ Hills of N.J. Member No.: 1,658 Region Association: None |
  There is the short or late style and the early style. I think they both look good but on my 74 I am restoring Iam going with the early valance. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welcome.png) |
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| KaptKaos |
Jun 16 2006, 06:57 PM
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Family Group: Members Posts: 4,009 Joined: 23-April 03 From: Near Wausau Member No.: 607 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
(IMG:style_emoticons/default/welcome.png)
(IMG:style_emoticons/default/thisthreadisworthlesswithoutpics.gif) Make it into an outlaw. They all are outlaws already anyways =) Good having you. |
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| Dave_Darling |
Jun 16 2006, 07:52 PM
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914 Idiot Group: Members Posts: 15,075 Joined: 9-January 03 From: Silicon Valley / Kailua-Kona Member No.: 121 Region Association: Northern California
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The "porthole" valance was only 70-71, I think.
I ditched mine. I decided it was just trapping warm air under the trunk floor, and my trunk gets hot enough already! --DD |
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| Lou W |
Jun 16 2006, 07:55 PM
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"Here Kitty Kitty" my ass...... Group: Members Posts: 4,109 Joined: 9-May 04 From: Roseburg, OR. Member No.: 2,039 Region Association: Spain |
(IMG:style_emoticons/default/welcome.png) By the way, did yours come with jackstands? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
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| JPB |
Jun 16 2006, 10:15 PM
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The Crimson Rocket smiles in your general direction. Group: Members Posts: 2,927 Joined: 12-November 05 From: Tapmahamock, Va. Member No.: 5,107 |
I send a warm and friendly welcome from the Purist Minimalist Branch. We like to say,"less is more and more is slowing your ass down." I for one would say valance shmallansssssssay."
(IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer.gif) Remove and feel the groove brother. |
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| msglaigaie |
Jun 18 2006, 12:34 AM
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msglaigaie Group: Members Posts: 210 Joined: 14-March 05 From: Bellingham, Washington Member No.: 3,761 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
Hello to the new guy from San Clem. Where are the pics of your 914?? What does it look like?? Oh yeah, unmolested. I used to date a girl who was unmolested, but she lost her valence too and we broke up. If you really need a valence, go glass. Lighter is faster. Welcome to the club, MSG L
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| 356driver |
Jun 19 2006, 11:04 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 3 Joined: 16-June 06 From: San Clemente, CA Member No.: 6,241 |
QUOTE(VegasRacer @ Jun 16 2006, 05:09 PM) Welcome. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wavey.gif) Nobody will answer any of your questions until you post a picture of your car. *(it's a rule, ya know) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) OK, OK. After a few days I stopped driving and got the camera out. Here it is as purchased. It's a little rough but not too bad. I'll start working on it this weekend. Thanks to everyone for the warm welcome. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) Attached thumbnail(s)  
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| Joe Bob |
Jun 19 2006, 11:11 PM
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Retired admin, banned a few times Group: Members Posts: 17,427 Joined: 24-December 02 From: Boulder CO Member No.: 5 Region Association: None |
No Valance....polish the muffler....
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| GWN7 |
Jun 19 2006, 11:13 PM
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King of Road Trips Group: Members Posts: 6,280 Joined: 31-December 02 From: Winnipeg, MB, Canada Member No.: 56 Region Association: Northstar Region |
Nice car and welcome (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
1) traps heat 2) slows you down acting as a scoop 3) hides the exaust So if you just crusing find one you like and hide the exaust or if your racing don't worry about it and go faster and cooler |
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| craig downs |
Jun 19 2006, 11:25 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 769 Joined: 25-November 05 From: mira loma ca. Member No.: 5,189 Region Association: Southern California |
Hey thats a nice looking car.
Oh and (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welcome.png) Your going to love it hear. Its contagious. |
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