Strip and dip a 914, geeked about new 914 3.0SC project |
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Strip and dip a 914, geeked about new 914 3.0SC project |
boxsterfan |
Aug 6 2003, 08:00 PM
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914's are kewl Group: Members Posts: 1,776 Joined: 6-June 03 From: San Ramon, CA Member No.: 791 Region Association: Northern California |
Hey all. I am so geeked about my *new* 914 that arrived today. 1970 1.7L Adriatic Blue. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/boldblue.gif)
Although I know it can cost tons of money to restore a 914, I am seriously commited to it. I realize that I could sink $20,000 into this car and not even be able to sell it for 1/2 of that in 4-5 years. Money is an object, but I am *wealthy* to a degree and can afford it. Heck, we all know you can't take the money with you anyways. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/cool.gif) Anyways, I am one of those people that likes to do things right the first time. My goal for the project is to take the car apart and have it acid dipped, then galvanized and repainted original color (Adriatic Blue). I want to put the 78-83 SC Suspension on, 3.0L SC Motor with FI, bigger brakes and switch to a 901 side-shifter. The intended use will be street, show and maybe an occasional AutoX. Mostly it will be street and show. Overall, the car is in good shape. There is some rust, but it does NOT have cancer. Does anyone in Phoenix have a recommendation for a body/paint shop with acid dip facilities? How about Scottsdale Paint and Body? Any "documentary" web sites out there on those of you who have preceeded before me? Thanks, boxsterfan (probably should change my ID, but I think it is taken already.) |
MarkV |
Aug 6 2003, 08:36 PM
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Fear the Jack Stands Group: Members Posts: 1,493 Joined: 15-January 03 From: Sunny Tucson, AZ Member No.: 154 Region Association: None |
Why not start w/ a 73-74 car? They have many improvements over the 70-72 cars. They have a way better ventalation system, impact beams in the doors, real window regulators, a movable passenger seat.
Just seems like a shame to cut-up a perfectly good car if you aren't planning on using much other than the tub. Why not start w/ a newer tub. You could find a worn out 73-74 cheap in Phx. Just my .02 cents. I am sure many will not agree. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/w00t.gif) |
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