Backpad Removal, How do you do it without damaging it? Options

[PorscheTom]

Hello all,

I'm going to get my engine lid hinge mount repaired next week. My welder guy would like me to remove the backpad from the car so he doesn't accidently set it on fire while welding. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welder.gif) I can go for that too!

Anyway, I don't believe its ever been out. Can someone describe how to remove it without damaging it? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smash.gif)

Any info would be appreciated. I did not seem to find this information when I searched the site, so maybe describing the process is something new...? The shop manual was not real descriptive about the process.

Thanks!

[bondo]

It has metal tabs that are part of the backpad, and the point up. The firewall has metal pockets that face down. Unless you pull the bottom of the backpad out first, allowing the tabs to come out of the pockets, the tabs will tear out of the cardboard backpad material.

As for the tar pad under the backpad, unless you're really concerned about not hearing the engine, take it out... it's heavy and can be a water trap. On the engine compartment side (depending on the year) you may also have an insulating pad... this one is fiberous and is definnitely a water trap. Take it off and see how much rust it's been feeding. Now would also be a good time to make sure your rear glass is sealing. BUT... keep a handle on things, it can quickly become a long chain of "now would also be a good time for..." and before you know it your 914 becomes garage art for 5 years (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)