Blue Porscheru Conversion, Subaru 2.5 SOHC NA with Suby Tranny Options

[R_u_dd]

Blue Porscheru Conversion

I started this project back in May of 2014 and wanted to share the journey with my friends and family.
There's something appealing to people about taking a left-for-dead vehicle and bringing it back to life.
I hope this build thread is a bit different than the others. It's a Subaru conversion which is not as common.

I am/was a newbie. This is my first car restoration, if you can call it that.
My welds are not pretty, but I've improved and learned throughout this process.
This is a great car for a first restoration. It's light, simple, and very cool- mid engine with a targa top.

This is the plan- We are starting with a 1971 tangerine 914 with light to moderate rust, nothing too serious.
The original engine was a 1.7. Like so many other 914's it ran but has been sitting for a long time.
The engine seems too far gone to try to rebuild it= lots of rust and corrosion.

Powerplant: 2003 Subaru Impreza TS 2.5 SOHC, Natuaral- No Turbo, Why? Plenty of Power for me and no turbo lag. See Engine Choices thread.
Transmission: Subaru 5MT 2003 Impreza TS
ECU from: 2003 Subaru Impreza TS
Electronics: Wiring Harness simplified by Small Car Performance
Axles: 944 axles and CV's with Subaru inside CV- 4 lug for now.
914 suspension.
No fender flares
Voltage Blue Metallic: (Honda color), Painted Sail Panels.

Before Pictures

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The Future Look- Concepts

The 914 visualizer, a very cool app.

Current Look:

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Contents

Axles
Blasting Glass Bead Videos
Battery Tray Area
Battery and Tray
Budget Scenarios
Brakes
Bumper - Valence
Clutch
Electronics
Engine Discussion
Engine Mount
Engine Work
Floor Pans and Engman Kit
Fuel Pump
Fuel Tank (Cleaning with Electrolysis)
Paint Prep and Metal Work
Paint Prep Continued
Radiator
Seats and Interior
Seats Re-upholstery Links
Transmission
Transmission Mount
Videos

This thread is for entertainment purposes only. I am not a certified mechanic.
There are many that have pioneered the suby conversion before me, but this
is my story.

Hope you enjoy this thread!

Chris

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[R_u_dd]

Bumper

The idea with the bumper was to deflect air into the radiator. I am going for the look below. I used the stock valence, cut out a portion and welded tabs to mount an aftermarket valence from a Honda Civic from the junkyard for $35.

I love the look of this valence from iamchappy.

Aiming for this look from member veekry9:

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Started by welding on some tabs and the plastic bumper.

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Cut along the line...

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Metal tabs support the plastic civic valence.

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Fiberglass covering the metal tabs. This part will scoop the air through
these holes and into the radiator.

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Finally, the final product:

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Hard to get a good perspective shot, but here it is. The valence is designed to scoop air underneath the bumper. This will need to be tested to see if we get enough air into the radiator to keep it cool. If not, expect the bumper to get cut out significantly.

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[ahycaramba]

I can't wait to see your finished product on the front valance panel. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/popcorn[1].gif) It is one of the best alternate designs I have seen as of yet. make sure to keep a mold. you have potential of making so dough from this community alone. I would buy one if the price is not over the top. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif)