914RS4 Tube Chassis 996 Suspension Audi 2.7TT Stage 3, ADDED RECAROS Options

[Curbandgutter]

Well the dream begins. I'm embarking on the building of a 914 project. Here is the candidate. Bought a roller from LA area. Looks like its not going to be too much rust. Firsts thing will be to strip it. Taking front fenders and rear quarters off. Then sending to Cal Blast for media blasting. I look forward to the knowledge that I can gain from fellow enthusiasts. Plan on taking a lot of pics Stay tuned......


DISCLAIMER: Do not attempt to duplicate anything that is mentioned or illustrated in the entirety of this thread. I do not make any warranties of any kind. If you try to build what I am doing, you take full risk. Do not try this. It may be dangerous to your health and may get you killed

[2mAn]

Im not sure which body kit you are looking for but this guy might have a NOS setup for you. He's in Fresno

There is an older body kit still in the box, I don't plan on using it and I'm not sure he was either. I have spare parts as well including doors, quarter panels, seats, etc.

[Curbandgutter]

Im not sure which body kit you are looking for but this guy might have a NOS setup for you. He's in Fresno

There is an older body kit still in the box, I don't plan on using it and I'm not sure he was either. I have spare parts as well including doors, quarter panels, seats, etc.

I've really thought it through and finally came to the conclusion that a modified 916 look is what I will do. I will extend the 916 flares enough to cover the 245/18 front tires and 335/18 rear tires. I have thought it through though as I want to stuff the wide tires but I don't want a ridiculous bulge at each corner. I have a couple of tricks up my sleeve to accomplish this though. Also the 996 suspension will make this car to have a 5" wider track in the front and a 4.8" wider track in the rear. It's interesting that the wheelbase of the 914 is 4" longer than the 911?? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/dry.gif)

[2mAn]

I've really thought it through and finally came to the conclusion that a modified 916 look is what I will do. I will extend the 916 flares enough to cover the 245/18 front tires and 335/18 rear tires. I have thought it through though as I want to stuff the wide tires but I don't want a ridiculous bulge at each corner. I have a couple of tricks up my sleeve to accomplish this though. Also the 996 suspension will make this car to have a 5" wider track in the front and a 4.8" wider track in the rear. It's interesting that the wheelbase of the 914 is 4" longer than the 911?? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/dry.gif)

whats the smallest wheel that you need to clear the brakes? I would aim for that size. 18s are way too big for a 914. 17 would probably look good with that wide body and still fit over the brakes

[Curbandgutter]

I've really thought it through and finally came to the conclusion that a modified 916 look is what I will do. I will extend the 916 flares enough to cover the 245/18 front tires and 335/18 rear tires. I have thought it through though as I want to stuff the wide tires but I don't want a ridiculous bulge at each corner. I have a couple of tricks up my sleeve to accomplish this though. Also the 996 suspension will make this car to have a 5" wider track in the front and a 4.8" wider track in the rear. It's interesting that the wheelbase of the 914 is 4" longer than the 911?? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/dry.gif)

whats the smallest wheel that you need to clear the brakes? I would aim for that size. 18s are way too big for a 914. 17 would probably look good with that wide body and still fit over the brakes

Is it your opinion that it is too big because of your preference or that the wheel is too big and won't fit. If it's just your preference I can respect that. However if you're saying that the wheel is too big then ponder on this. The original 914 wheel rolling diameter for a 914 is 25.4" the 335/30-18 rolling diameter is 25.9"??? Also as they say a picture is worth a thousand words see the attached picture which shows a stock 914 wheel next to a 265/35-18. As you can see that tire is shorter (it is under inflated), however it's rolling diameter calcs out at 25.3 in. Am I missing something?

[Andyrew]

I've really thought it through and finally came to the conclusion that a modified 916 look is what I will do. I will extend the 916 flares enough to cover the 245/18 front tires and 335/18 rear tires. I have thought it through though as I want to stuff the wide tires but I don't want a ridiculous bulge at each corner. I have a couple of tricks up my sleeve to accomplish this though. Also the 996 suspension will make this car to have a 5" wider track in the front and a 4.8" wider track in the rear. It's interesting that the wheelbase of the 914 is 4" longer than the 911?? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/dry.gif)

whats the smallest wheel that you need to clear the brakes? I would aim for that size. 18s are way too big for a 914. 17 would probably look good with that wide body and still fit over the brakes

Is it your opinion that it is too big because of your preference or that the wheel is too big and won't fit. If it's just your preference I can respect that. However if you're saying that the wheel is too big then ponder on this. The original 914 wheel rolling diameter for a 914 is 25.4" the 335/30-18 rolling diameter is 25.9"??? Also as they say a picture is worth a thousand words see the attached picture which shows a stock 914 wheel next to a 265/35-18. As you can see that tire is shorter (it is under inflated), however it's rolling diameter calcs out at 25.3 in. Am I missing something?

Thats a preference thing for sure.


I run 18's rear and think it looks great. I personally prefer 17's in the front though as to have a little better ride quality.