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> CptTripps' Restoration 2 - The Grey Matter Build, Back in Doug’s garage
Chris H.
post Oct 12 2016, 07:49 AM
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Pass that over... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/popcorn[1].gif)

Doug you got a long way with this one. Totally understand where you got stuck. Makes sense to have someone help you wrap it up who has done it before. Check out Andrew's thread for interior ideas. His has a similar general shape/layout.
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post Oct 12 2016, 12:32 PM
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All loaded up and heading to southern Ohio for some engineering!


Can't wait to see the car with the finishing touches done. Looks great so far. So did you sell the car or just getting some help finishing it?
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post Oct 12 2016, 05:48 PM
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Help finishing it. It is a very nice car in person, and just needs a little bit of fabrication and systems cleanup to make it drivable for Doug. He has gone from thinking it will always be on jack stands forever. To it will be out on the road running and driving. Scott has set a pretty lofty goal for getting it running and back to Doug.

It is running snow tires so I am not sure what the rush is (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)
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post Oct 12 2016, 09:45 PM
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Scott Amenson is VERY talented when it comes to fabrication. I saw some of his work at Okteenerfest when he was walking me through some of the build of his Subie-powered 914. Very nice work....so if anyone can get the plumbing and wiring whipped into shape, Scott can.
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post Oct 13 2016, 07:21 AM
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I can't thank Stephen and Scott enough for coming out last weekend and picking her up from me. Being back in the garage for a day getting everything ready for transport was like walking into a time machine. I hadn't been out there in about 2 years, and I forgot where everything was. What started out with the best intentions of getting everything ready for him, turned into a "shove stuff in a box" competition.

After we loaded it up on the truck, I just told Scott "Do whatever you want. You're not going to offend me at all by re-doing anything I did." to which he replied "Oh, I've got a list alright."

It'll be awesome to watch from here to see how things progress. I plan on heading down there when he's ready for me to work on wiring. Perhaps I can get Dr. Evil to drive out an assist with that again? ;-)
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post Oct 13 2016, 08:32 PM
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Thanks for the kind comments...pressure it building, better get to work.

First order of business was to install the service cover that arrived today. This thing is really nice. Should have purchased one a long time ago, my car might still have decent pain.

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Storage bag is even signed (IMG:style_emoticons/default/first.gif)
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Now I can get to work. First task is to flip the intake so I can get a feel where things will end up. Snaked all of the wiring out of the way and went to remove the throttle cable. WTF is this Doug (IMG:style_emoticons/default/blink.gif) Add that to the list.

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Some cool stuff under here. What is the coolant line with the AN fittings?
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Apparently the manifold is not quite symmetrical on the bottom side and the additional lugs interfere with the turbo inlet. D (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sawzall-smiley.gif) Didn't take long to have to start cutting.
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This looks promising, if only the throttle body fasteners were the same size as the other manifold. Bolts are too big.
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Rinse and repeat.
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There we go. IC will fit perfectly.
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Doug, did you order the alternator relocation parts yet?
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I can almost smell burning snow tires. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sunglasses.gif)

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post Oct 13 2016, 10:21 PM
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Great to see this project moving forward. It was a real bummer to see your project get stalled by life but it's best to get the important things taken care of first.

I'd like to help out but I'm a bit too far away with way too little free time it seems anymore. I really appreciated your consultation and help getting going with the prototype 914 brake LED boards and figuring out how to secure the turnsignal boards. I'd like to return the favor.

How about we trade your prototype brake and turnsignal boards for current brake, turnsignal, reverse, front sidemarker (if your car still has them) and front turnsignal boards? This way all the boards will be up to date when your car gets on the road.

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post Oct 14 2016, 04:36 AM
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Scott: alternator relocation stuff should be on the way. I'll call today. Also, let me know what you need me to order for the throttle. I have no clue what part you were referring to that you were holding.

Spoke: More than happy to swap. Let's let Scott get it running and when I bring it back to Cleveland to finish up, we'all chat about it. Thanks for the offer!
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post Oct 14 2016, 10:40 AM
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The part in hand is your throttle cable, and it needs replaced.
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post Oct 15 2016, 09:25 AM
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Glad to see this getting some love. Ill help as able, when able, with whatever.
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post Oct 18 2016, 07:27 PM
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I am stalled in the engine compartment until the alternator relocation parts arrive so I moved to the front. Had to put it up on the lift to get to the bottom of the tank.

Don't worry Grey...you will be back on your tires in no time.
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Almost a clean slate.
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Almost cut out the radiator mounts but wanted to sleep on it to make sure my plan makes sense. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/yellowsleep[1].gif)

Doug, what are the dimensions of the spare you want to put up front?


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post Oct 18 2016, 08:29 PM
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Looking good Doug!
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post Oct 19 2016, 04:03 AM
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Hoping it is a space saver as all others will be to big.

How about a small air compressor, tire plug kit, and a AAA card (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

Did not realize the fender well vests where so huge, I'm surprised we did not bring a cat or two back with us from Doug's (IMG:style_emoticons/default/blink.gif)
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post Oct 19 2016, 06:44 AM
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I'll measure the spare when I'm in Cleveland this weekend. It's honestly the least of my worries though. I like Stephen's idea better anyway. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

Got your email about the parts-list to order...as always, I'm on it.
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post Oct 19 2016, 09:09 PM
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The Outfront alternator relocation parts arrived today. Couldn't wait to see how things would work together so I took a few minutes before my soccer game to install it. Unfortunately one of the stock hard cooling line connections was in the way so I am going to have to wait. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/hissyfit.gif)

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Not a big deal, just a little (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sawzall-smiley.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welder.gif) and we will be good to go.

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post Oct 20 2016, 03:15 AM
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That Alt relocation brakes looks like a very simple clean design. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wub.gif) Lets see a picture off the engine. I would like to get the design etched into my head, for future reference.
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post Oct 20 2016, 07:05 AM
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That Alt relocation brakes looks like a very simple clean design. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wub.gif) Lets see a picture off the engine. I would like to get the design etched into my head, for future reference.


If it works half as well as it looks, this is just one of the parts to purchase and not spend the time to recreate it.

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post Oct 20 2016, 07:56 AM
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post Oct 20 2016, 08:13 AM
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Looking good...That got there a lot faster than he told me it would. I was expecting a call before he shipped, and he said it might be another week before that. Wow. Parts look fantastic.
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Looking good...That got there a lot faster than he told me it would. I was expecting a call before he shipped, and he said it might be another week before that. Wow. Parts look fantastic.


This might be the third part that I use unmodified on a Suby swap. The only suby swap parts on my car that I used unmodified were the dash and the double splined locking thingy for the transmission.

Everything else is (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sawzall-smiley.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welder.gif)

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