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brettrarnold
post Sep 11 2015, 04:01 PM
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Hey everyone out there in the 914 world!

I recently purchased a 1973 Porsche 914 1.7l for my very first automobile project based on the uniqueness of the car and that it happened the very first type of car I got behind the wheel of (neighborhood friends car, not mine).

As I get started down the winding 914 restoration road, I was wondering if there is anyone in the Denver area that could provide me with some local advice or just to connect with. Even for a cup of coffee or a beer.

If not, well im going to have to lean on everyone else not in Denver for help so be ready. Ha jk jk. I have checked out this forum and glad to be a part of it.

Thanks for looking.
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post Sep 11 2015, 04:11 PM
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There are quite a few of us in the Denver/Boulder area. See bottom of my signature below for our local group, "colorado 914" click on the banner to go to our yahoo group.

What part of town are you in?
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post Sep 11 2015, 04:36 PM
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Was just logged in the local Colorado site. It shows 194 members, some more active than others. Love flared cars, just don't have the guts or $$$ to cut mine.

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post Sep 11 2015, 05:29 PM
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congrats on the getting the car welcome to the madness!
as stated above seems like there's tons of Denver/Boulder folks on here
you said it was a project what are your plans?
are the flares fiberglass or steel? never seen one with flares and the round side marker lights
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post Sep 11 2015, 06:37 PM
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I am up north (Longmont).
I'm also interested in what you intend to do with it.

There's a pretty good following of 914s in Rocky Mountain Vintage Racing.
Maybe even 8-10.

Check it out at rmvr.com & the yahoo group mentioned above.

And I dont know if you want those wheels. I just might have to take em off your hands and trade you for a set of original 2.0L Fuchs.
That will make it more "original" wink wink...

Interested to hear exactly what brand & size those wheels are.
They might be unicorns....
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post Sep 11 2015, 09:13 PM
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You should consider attending a 914 event with us Colorado folk.
Next week at Bryce Canyon for an all 914 gathering
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post Sep 12 2015, 12:38 AM
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I'm down in Littleton and an always up for something. I hope to have my silver car back up by the end of this weekend.
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post Sep 12 2015, 08:24 AM
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QUOTE(Ferg @ Sep 11 2015, 04:11 PM) *

There are quite a few of us in the Denver/Boulder area. See bottom of my signature below for our local group, "colorado 914" click on the banner to go to our yahoo group.

What part of town are you in?



I am in lakewood area and i will sign up for the yahoo group today! Thanks

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post Sep 12 2015, 08:28 AM
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congrats on the getting the car welcome to the madness!
as stated above seems like there's tons of Denver/Boulder folks on here
you said it was a project what are your plans?
are the flares fiberglass or steel? never seen one with flares and the round side marker lights
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Ya was overwhelmed but the number of responses to my post. Pretty excited about that.

They are fiberglass and the drivers front is slight ripped that will need repaired at some point. As far as project plan - getting it running is my main priority at the moment. I found out that the engine is seized and am in the process of removing the engine. I spent some time on it last night getting stuff disconnected.

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post Sep 12 2015, 08:35 AM
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I am up north (Longmont).
I'm also interested in what you intend to do with it.

There's a pretty good following of 914s in Rocky Mountain Vintage Racing.
Maybe even 8-10.

Check it out at rmvr.com & the yahoo group mentioned above.

And I dont know if you want those wheels. I just might have to take em off your hands and trade you for a set of original 2.0L Fuchs.
That will make it more "original" wink wink...

Interested to hear exactly what brand & size those wheels are.
They might be unicorns....


Just really trying to get it drivable. Seized engine at the moment that i am intending to rebuild. It still in the car so really trying to get it out. Being my first project, i don't really know what the hell I'm doing but did buy a bunch of tools to work on it and have a garage.

I purchased the wheels to get it on the trailer because the wheels that were on it when i bought it were an odd size that they didn't make tires for. They are enkei wheels that i got off amazon here http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DNLF4H...ailpage_o09_s00 . I think they look pretty sweet once i get it moving.

Thanks for the support.
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post Sep 12 2015, 08:37 AM
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You should consider attending a 914 event with us Colorado folk.
Next week at Bryce Canyon for an all 914 gathering


Perfect. Really excited on all the local support groups!

-Brett
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post Sep 12 2015, 08:50 AM
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I'm down in Littleton and an always up for something. I hope to have my silver car back up by the end of this weekend.


I am over in lakewood but just moved here from englewood and still go there often if you would be interested in meeting up. It looks that you know a thing or two about the 914's.

Unfortunately, the only projects i have done previously are oil and brakes so this has been a huge learning experience thus far. My first step is getting it out of the car and i think i am close. The engine is seized or frozen but i do know the starter works. Have you rebuilt an engine? any advice on getting it unseized?

Thanks,
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post Sep 12 2015, 12:26 PM
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You might try firing up the grill and setting out a cooler full of cold ones. Those tend to attract 914 owners, many of whom will be happy to help wrench on your car. Especially the engine removal; it's a big and intimidating task that is actually a lot easier than it seems at first.

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post Sep 13 2015, 08:26 AM
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QUOTE(Dave_Darling @ Sep 12 2015, 12:26 PM) *

You might try firing up the grill and setting out a cooler full of cold ones. Those tend to attract 914 owners, many of whom will be happy to help wrench on your car. Especially the engine removal; it's a big and intimidating task that is actually a lot easier than it seems at first.

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Ha ya grill is going and my girlfriend works for Breckenridge brewery so beer is no issue. Anytime anyone that reads this wants to come to lakewood colorado and help me lighten the fridge load and work on a 914 let me know.

-Brett
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post Nov 1 2015, 08:06 AM
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Brett,

Head over to Danny's today with a sawzall. You'll learn a lot cutting up an empty tub. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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post Nov 1 2015, 12:12 PM
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we are here in Denver to Brett ,The Metal Surgeon

We specialize in metal work and can offer advise and network help.This is a great site and we really enjoy working on 914's
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post Nov 1 2015, 12:36 PM
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Brett,

You should take a look at some of the 914's The Metal Surgeon has worked on! He has a few examples out here on 914World. I think you will be very impressed. I am jealous that I don't live closer to him.
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