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> CptTripps' Restoration 2 - The Grey Matter Build, Back in Doug’s garage
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post Jul 21 2014, 10:35 PM
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Keep at it Doug. Life will sort itself out.
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post Jul 22 2014, 12:12 PM
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My wife moved out with the kids last week, so the car has been the last thing on my mind lately. Really sucks, as this would be perfect to drive right now as a "pick me up" that I sure could use.

I've put a few feelers out to people that may be able to help me get the mechanical stuff sorted, but everyone is too busy right now. The things holding me from getting it running are:

Radiator Hose burps and fill valves
Proper routing of the oil lines
Blow-Off valve fabrication. (I can't believe I forgot about this one.)
Intercooler plumbing
Re-wire the ECU (This is the easiest piece once everything else is done.)

After that, it should fire right up. Getting that list hammered out has proven to be the death of me though.
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post Jul 22 2014, 02:58 PM
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I might be able to make a trip up and help you out
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post Jul 22 2014, 06:58 PM
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Dude... I have no experience with any of that but I have some skills.

My schedule is always a train wreck but you say when and I am there.

Stay strong man... Life is a series of speed bumps.

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post Jul 23 2014, 06:33 AM
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Thanks for the support guys.

If I knew where to start, or even knew where to start, I'd invite you all up in a heartbeat.

I think the air-flow piping for the intercooler and such is the biggest issue for me. Welding has never been my strong-suit, and certainly the number of bends and breaks isn't helping. To weld in the BOV in the limited space I have isn't making things any easier.

Ugh...I wish there was someone I could cart the car off to for a week to finish this stuff for me so I can get to the interior, which I'm actually looking forward to.
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post Jul 23 2014, 07:00 AM
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QUOTE(CptTripps @ Jul 23 2014, 04:33 AM) *

Thanks for the support guys.

If I knew where to start, or even knew where to start, I'd invite you all up in a heartbeat.

I think the air-flow piping for the intercooler and such is the biggest issue for me. Welding has never been my strong-suit, and certainly the number of bends and breaks isn't helping. To weld in the BOV in the limited space I have isn't making things any easier.

Ugh...I wish there was someone I could cart the car off to for a week to finish this stuff for me so I can get to the interior, which I'm actually looking forward to.


Just remember we are here if you need to call all hands on deck!
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post Jul 23 2014, 07:04 AM
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Sorry to hear about the life events unfolding for you.

I got frustrated, stuck and demotivated more than a few times during my restoration. In my experience, I was better off stepping away from the project for a bit when it happened, rather than working pissed off. Most times, I gained some clarity and perspective during the break.

Good luck with everything Doug.

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post Jul 23 2014, 09:03 AM
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My biggest frustration is that I could really use the "pick me up" of driving it to work every day, but at this rate, I won't finish until the snow flies...
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post Jul 24 2014, 09:30 AM
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My biggest frustration is that I could really use the "pick me up" of driving it to work every day, but at this rate, I won't finish until the snow flies...

Hell Doug, the time issue is a PITA for all of us. I think you will "enjoy" your build now that you have removed the time constraints you had imposed upon yourself. You ain't no Chip Foose and Overhauling Inc. And given our skill sets I think 1-2 years is totally reasonable. Onward thru the Fog my good man, onward. Just my 2 cents.
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post Jul 24 2014, 10:32 PM
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It's a hobby Doug. You'll spoil the fun and enjoyment if you push it. How do you eat an elephant?...
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post Jul 24 2014, 11:16 PM
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this is an amazing build.......
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post Jul 25 2014, 07:17 AM
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It's a hobby Doug. You'll spoil the fun and enjoyment if you push it. How do you eat an elephant?...


+1 (IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) Yeah I think I FINALLY learned that myself. Hey I was thinking since you travel a bit Doug....might be nice to see a couple of turbo conversions in person so you can physically see how the turbos are plumbed up. DBCooper's is proven. Even though it's an Audi, I'd look at Mike Bellis's. Plus he can tell you a lot about turbo'ing and such. There's another blue one out there that's real nice. Done by Renegade Hybrids. Maybe stop at RH if you are ever in Vegas...

BTW if you had cash and wanted it done...RH does that all the time. I'm sure it's pricey...
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post Jul 25 2014, 07:58 AM
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Don't worry about leaving the car in the garage until you're ready to get back to it. It won't go anywhere, it'll actually marinate, get better, and will be ready for you when you're ready for it. I've been through the divorce thing too, and it's a process, really is those steps of grieving. May not believe it now, but things will get better. For real. To the point where you can't even imagine any more how you got through the last few crappy years you were married.

A little later I'm on my way over to see my granddaughter and chase my son through the Santa Cruz hills in his 914/WRX. Sourdough, Crab Louis and good wine in the redwoods, a perfect weekend, and you know what? I won't think of the ex even once, but if I do it will be in amazement at how good things have been since she's been gone. And believe me, the kids will understand too.

And if/when you're ever in California, any part, north or south, you're more than welcome to take my car out, thrash it. That should recharge things on the car front. Whenever you're ready.
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post Jul 25 2014, 08:40 AM
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Hey Doug! The stuff to plumb my turbo should be done next week. I will send you pictures here as soon as I have them. Oil and collant.
Your build has kept me inspired. Now I can return the favor!
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post Jul 25 2014, 09:15 AM
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Put the interior together. Hell, I put mine together and. Know I need to pull it apart again to do the throttle cable and shift rod. Let's face it, it will be a fun project. As you're assembling it, keep in mind that you need to make it easy to pull back apart. Get some black vinyl for gluing in where the body isn't covered by carpet. Takes time to cut out all strips
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post Jul 29 2014, 07:53 AM
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Thanks again for all the support. I'm starting to get a bug up my butt to finish this thing. I still want to drop it off to have someone else work on the motor. I've come too far to have it screwed up by my "below average" mechanic skills.

I have a few people lined up right now. If I'm not under the gun, this should go a lot smoother.
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post Jul 29 2014, 09:23 AM
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I'm with you Doug...there were a couple of things that most people think are pretty do-able in the conversion process but I DON'T so I paid someone to do it right (or someone did it for me just to be nice, like Kent). Nothing wrong with that.
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post Jul 29 2014, 12:14 PM
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Doug,
Sorry to hear about the current curve ball, the great thing about these forums is you have supporters, passionate people and gurus always willing to help.

I'm about 3hrs from you, but willing to come up to knock out a couple of things.

For the BOV, you could snatch a simple bov pipe for cheap and simply put it in-line with the rest of the piping.

(IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/i.imgur.com-17699-1406657735.1.jpg)

You should have enough room between the turbo and the water-cooler to get it mounted.
I'm sure there's a lot of discussion around placement, and this made sense to me:
http://www.dragsource.com/index.php?navsel...articletoview=7
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There ya go Doug; the answer to your prayers. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) Looks like you'll finish before Chris an I, now. Call this man and handcuff him to your engine bay. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
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post Jul 29 2014, 05:36 PM
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Doug,
Sorry to hear about the current curve ball, the great thing about these forums is you have supporters, passionate people and gurus always willing to help.

I'm about 3hrs from you, but willing to come up to knock out a couple of things.

For the BOV, you could snatch a simple bov pipe for cheap and simply put it in-line with the rest of the piping.

(IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/i.imgur.com-17699-1406657735.1.jpg)

You should have enough room between the turbo and the water-cooler to get it mounted.
I'm sure there's a lot of discussion around placement, and this made sense to me:
http://www.dragsource.com/index.php?navsel...articletoview=7

Nice!

Ok Doug, i need my ordered parts to arrive and about another 2k to get my car back on the road. Do we have a race?
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