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> Finally - GT project, Build of 914-6 GT
mepstein
post Apr 25 2022, 11:06 AM
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I've vapor blasted a lot of parts. I usually glass bead blast to clean it and then vapor blast to get the smooth finish. Most mag parts on the east coast will be pitted and there's really nothing to do about it. A thick powder coat or epoxy will smooth it over some. Vapor blasting produces a finish similar to shot peening or tumbling and does help bare metal stay cleaner than bead blasting alone.

We should have a vapor blast machine soon for our new parts business. "The Nine Store"
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post Apr 25 2022, 11:24 AM
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QUOTE(mepstein @ Apr 25 2022, 01:06 PM) *

I've vapor blasted a lot of parts. I usually glass bead blast to clean it and then vapor blast to get the smooth finish. Most mag parts on the east coast will be pitted and there's really nothing to do about it. A thick powder coat or epoxy will smooth it over some. Vapor blasting produces a finish similar to shot peening or tumbling and does help bare metal stay cleaner than bead blasting alone.

We should have a vapor blast machine soon for our new parts business. "The Nine Store"



I definitely like the idea of the shot peening finish. I think it would “smooth” some of the rough edges on the pitted areas. I’ve ordered some Cerakote to make it look nice, and it calls for a 100 grit surface to ensure adhesion - unfortunately I may need to stick with dry blasting.
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post Apr 27 2022, 03:08 PM
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914Rubber delivery today - rebuilt and Cerakoted steering rack

Looks great, but due to the grease I’ll keep it in the bag until the car is ready.

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post Jun 15 2022, 11:06 AM
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FedEx delivered my modified struts today. Elephant raised the spindles and added all the bits.

If I could only get my car back….

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post Jan 2 2023, 08:51 PM
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Another six months and my 914 is on the top of the list at the shop working the body. We’ve nearly completed fixing previous poor workmanship and the hidden damage in the front. The passenger side inner fender is replaced, and the body is getting a full strip. During the process I’m adding some reinforcements purchased from Maddogs.

Hmmm - now I need to finalize my color choice!


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post Jan 2 2023, 08:53 PM
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post Jan 2 2023, 08:54 PM
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post Jan 2 2023, 08:55 PM
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post Jan 2 2023, 09:06 PM
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Here are my current four color choices - subject to change at any moment. I think I need more 914s so I can have more than one color.

Ravenna Green
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Gran Prix White and black
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White with a vivid green
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Graphite Blue with graphics (probably in bright blue)
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post Jun 29 2023, 04:15 PM
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Progress at last. E coated and urethane seam sealer.

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post Jun 29 2023, 04:25 PM
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Seam sealer

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post Jun 29 2023, 04:29 PM
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And - bottom coated with Raptor

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post Jun 29 2023, 05:01 PM
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Adding a couple pics of the fender bodywork.

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post Jun 29 2023, 05:17 PM
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Getting there... and looking REALLY good! Hang in there. It'll be SOOOOO worth it when you're driving it. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smilie_pokal.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif)
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post Jun 29 2023, 05:26 PM
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Wow just Wow! It looks like a new car!

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Here are some paint inspirations-


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post Jun 29 2023, 08:15 PM
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Latest pic. Primed the interior and started the seam sealing. On the inside I’m using the urethane and then trying to duplicate the factory style sealer on top. This will be done in the front and rear trunk also.

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post Jun 29 2023, 08:30 PM
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Just noticed I forgot to add a few pics of the body work. So, it’s out of order, but I wanted to be sure they are here.

The fenders were stripped again due to poor work at a previous shop. Also decided to add a thin layer of glass applied over the weld line to ensure the line doesn’t transfer through the finish paint.

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post Jun 29 2023, 08:32 PM
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Love that Graphite blue paint scheme, your car looks great
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