Strip and dip a 914, geeked about new 914 3.0SC project Options

[boxsterfan]

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.)

[boxsterfan]

I am not sure what "media blasting" is? Is it cheaper than dipping? I really want the car galvanized to avoid the rust game again (as much as possible). Again, I am committed to spending the money on the car (you may define "commited" in your terms! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/mueba.gif) )

I totally plan on doing as much of the work as I can myself (that is the whole fun of the project). I have previous experience restoring other cars such as a couple Z cars (240Z and 280Z).

I really don't have a problem with the non-adjustable passenger seat. Heck, I won't be riding there!! I would like to add the retractable seat belts from the later years. I am also planning on putting in electric windows (lots of custom work, but one little tweak I really want to do.) I don't care about A/C. I don't care about the additional vents from 72 on. I am thinking about adding the center console and gauges and an armrest/cupholder setup (custom again).

Mostly, I want to look "stock" (but not totally stock obviously). No GT flares or the like but maybe get the fender lips rolled a bit to possible squeeze in 16x7 Fuchs. Probably will add an air dam from Pelican.

Should I or could I have gotten a later year car? Sure. When I set out on this project, I came down to two terms:

1. I want to repaint original color and decided Adriatic Blue was my color.
2. I wanted a car with no cancer (found one at a cheap price too!!).

All other factors (could have painted a 1975 Adriatic Blue, etc., etc., etc...) just were not important to me.

You should all know I really value your input.

Thanks,

boxsterfan