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.)

[SirAndy]

go for the acid dip. then repair all the rusted out stuff. then galvanize.

go for the 3.2 with the stock FI. the few more HP won't harm the 901. they can handle up to 250+ HP. get a 911 clutch with the 5 springs ...

the late model seat belts WON'T work. i've tried that, no luck.
you can go for racing belts, or make HEAVY modifications to your firewall.

you won't get the money invested back. ever. if that bothers you, don't do it!
otherwise, go for it, yeah baby !!!!!!!

oh, and don't save on the suspension. get a 86-89 carrera front suspension. the one with the alloy cross-member. and turbo-tie rods ...

Andy