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> Porsche 914 - 8 GTT, November '24 Update
Maltese Falcon
post Sep 22 2019, 07:37 PM
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Good point Pete, and the wheel-bearing design-reference back to the '60s is a good point. The air cool era design could be inferior to the (newer) 996 design...however I'm using the latest ( slightly larger) bearing/ hub from the '87-89 Carrera. It's just one more wear + tear item on the car (as are the rear T- arm bearings) that will be inspected and changed out throughout the season of club racing.
I'll run this by my suspension guru Cary as well.
Appreciate your enthusiasm in our build project !
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post Sep 22 2019, 08:19 PM
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Just catching up on this thread.
Simply stunning Marty, absolutely love all you are doing.
I think the build is the most fun part, figuring everything out along the way is what really drives people to improve on things.
Congrats of continued progress and thanks for posting! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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post Sep 23 2019, 06:49 PM
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JRZ performs this (RSR) structural "Gusset" mod to the late 911 Carrera struts when you order their shock absorber system. A bit more strength...I'll run with these & change out the bearings as needed.
Note; the excess black coating on the spindle is removed prior to use.
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post Sep 23 2019, 06:57 PM
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Checking it twice ; updated the Haltech Elite 2500 with mods to the 8 coil pack grounds (-)
ECU cables/ control boxes going in first/ basic car wiring going in secondarily.
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post Sep 23 2019, 07:01 PM
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QUOTE(Lucky9146 @ Sep 22 2019, 06:19 PM) *

Just catching up on this thread.
Simply stunning Marty, absolutely love all you are doing.
I think the build is the most fun part, figuring everything out along the way is what really drives people to improve on things.
Congrats of continued progress and thanks for posting! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
(IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/white914.jpg)


Jim (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/thumb3d.gif) !!
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post Sep 24 2019, 08:55 PM
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Another Gran Prix white with v8 Cayenne power, this is the Riley from 2010 Daytona era . Action Express team/ Lozano Bros. Porting engine !
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post Sep 24 2019, 10:24 PM
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Such an awesome build Marty & Matt. Let me know if there is anything we can do to help (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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post Sep 25 2019, 12:31 PM
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Thank you! We cannot express our gratitude enough to you guys over at 914 Rubber for the products we have on our project. Top notch quality all the way.

-Matt

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Such an awesome build Marty & Matt. Let me know if there is anything we can do to help (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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post Oct 31 2019, 10:16 PM
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Merting of the minds with Brian, founder of Sway-a-way products. Axel discussions ...lots of good info from him !
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post Oct 31 2019, 10:33 PM
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Since I haven't ordered custom length axels in a long time, Brian suggested this fail-safe measuring method: cut an old axel in 1/2, set into a 1 1/4" piece of angle iron, and using 2 gear-clamps (to hold final length in place)...measure the distance between c/v joints. Measurements taken in full rear suspension droop. The 996gt2 transaxle is not mfg with an off center case...so measurements will be within a 1/16" or so Left axel and Right axel lengths. Working direct with Sway-a-Way (approx 30 min from msds,inc) helps a lot too ! Our new axels are being made from 300M alloy, and have more spline (broach) lengths at both ends, so they float as opposed to being circlipped in place. Only using 1 circlip at the trailing arm side.
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post Oct 31 2019, 10:43 PM
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While waiting on axels...I jumped back on the left & right engine grill.
It's 2 seperate lift-off type.
Setting up some support plates and frame; transferring the grill-pattern (for 8/32 bolt holes) via spray paint ...
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post Oct 31 2019, 10:53 PM
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Drill transfer( grill pattern ) now visible on the 16 ga. metal side bracket. The lift-off grill sections will include the small side grill (next to targa sail) lifting out simultaneously.
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post Oct 31 2019, 10:57 PM
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Left and Right grill brace plates
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post Oct 31 2019, 11:01 PM
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How the right side prototype looks, the 3/4" aluminum channel is the main backbone where the next section of grill is mounted to ; kind of like building a gt grill with an extra section of material ( donor grill).Attached Image
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post Oct 31 2019, 11:07 PM
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Extra benefit from the VW/ Karmann mfg of our 914s; the prongs on these engine grills are nothing more than roof-nails...cost effective !!
With a bit of coaxing...I was able to put a 3mm die on these, and now have xlnt anchor points for fastening all of this puzzle together.Attached Image
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post Oct 31 2019, 11:09 PM
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Makes for a neat assembly...
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post Oct 31 2019, 11:17 PM
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I know that there is a Snap-on brand tool for removing these darn rubberized fasteners, but I just fabbed one up in 10 min...
Thank you Bruce Stone & Garold S. for being the Grill Sargents !!
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post Oct 31 2019, 11:28 PM
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More on the twin lift-off grills as I make progress...now onto the custom rear tow-loop. GCR's in my club won't allow the 914 tow hook, and Rennline does not mfg a rear tow-loop for 914. 911 size thread is different...so built one this way:
Pegasus online has the SCCA approved loop diameter, made for the Ford Fiesta, but no threaded portion. I cut one of Auto Atlanta's new tow hooks then welded it to a machined piece of 3/4" barstock , it is durable and flips down when not needed. Same spot in the rear bumper as always !
Shown not yet fully TiG welded...
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post Oct 31 2019, 11:29 PM
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Folded down at 90° when not in use...
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post Feb 14 2020, 11:33 PM
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Pre-fitting Right side, make a few small adjustments, finish in satin-black, then black rubber edging, and add 2 hood pins...this is how I rock the 914 grill
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