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> *Project 2.4* • Dion’s endeavor • Six conversion, Rustoration & transformation
Dion
post Oct 14 2018, 02:36 PM
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Took the fuel tank out, being that I’ll being running a different pump for the carbs and rerouting fuel lines.
Cleaned up the area under the tank.


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post Oct 14 2018, 02:36 PM
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Spruced up


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post Oct 14 2018, 02:38 PM
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Also since I’m tired of breaking my knuckles when dealing with and checking the fuel lines and fittings I enlarged the access opening.


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post Oct 14 2018, 02:41 PM
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Fitted with edging so ya don’t get cut up & lines don’t get sliced.


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post Oct 14 2018, 02:42 PM
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Placed the headlamps hardware back in. Rust free!


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post Oct 14 2018, 02:45 PM
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Since I’m not running a rear valance and don’t ever intend to...
I removed the tabs off the rear closing panel and welded up the gaps.
I wanted a smoother look.


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post Oct 14 2018, 02:48 PM
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I used the metal from the piece i cut from the front firewall
to make strips to fill the gaps of the former tab locales.


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post Oct 14 2018, 02:51 PM
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Sanded and primered. I’m pretty happy with it.
There is a slight dip on one area I took too much metal away.
The bumper should trick the eye that it’s all level :-)


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post Oct 14 2018, 08:29 PM
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Looking good! I had to zoom in on the full sized image to see the dip you were talking about. Only you will ever notice. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/bye1.gif)
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post Oct 14 2018, 08:41 PM
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I wanted a ride when you were done but I don't think I can be seen in a car with such an obvious flaw. Everyone will point. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/av-943.gif)







WTG. Former COTM made even better. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smilie_pokal.gif)
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post Oct 15 2018, 05:33 AM
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Freaking awesome work Dion!

I can't believe that this much rust was hiding in your stellar car.
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post Oct 15 2018, 01:34 PM
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As someone else said earlier, even the “nice” ones may have treacherous rust hiding.
Obviously our east coast cars are more susceptible.
My car did spend its early life along the Chesapeake Bay area. So salt air and
it being a daily driver for five years in PA by me took its toll.
I’m having fun with this project. It’s given me a chance to make it sound, and to
really customize it. Thanks for the support guys I wouldn’t have tackled this without
your help. Particularly 914Dave. Thanks for the compliments as well,
It’s a nice motivator. The big structural stuff is up next as well as tacking in the six mount. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)

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post Nov 9 2018, 07:05 PM
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Update time. Had a cool distraction. Dave’s buddy from another PCA region grabbed some tickets for us to see Hurley Haywood at the Simeone Museum in Philadelphia.
What can I say about Hurley...just one damn cool dude.
Bought his book and got it signed, also signed my 914 baseball cap. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smilie_pokal.gif)
Dr Simeone is the fella with the mic introducing Hurley.
Funny part was, we met Hurley out in the parking lot before the dinner and the event started , he was checking out Dave’s 914. He approved! Thought it was very cool.


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post Nov 9 2018, 07:12 PM
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Ok here’s where I’m at on the project.
Rust inhibitor (Green colour) and undercoating applied to the right rear fender/flare.


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post Nov 9 2018, 07:13 PM
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Flare


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post Nov 9 2018, 07:13 PM
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Right flare


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post Nov 9 2018, 07:26 PM
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The 6 mount gave this amateur trouble. Welding thick metal to thin challenged me.
I’m using the RJ mount. It is a nice piece of kit.
I got a little bit overzealous in the application of the mig. Paranoid about not having a
6 cylinder drop anchor! Ben (mb911) was gracious and patient with my questions.
My buddy Rich in England (tig welds, makes his own mufflers, Turbothomas) also criticized my lack of skills but I’m here to share and learn. Hopefully you’ll learn as well, what not to do.
So here’s the pics: Prepped the area.
And checking placement.


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post Nov 9 2018, 07:27 PM
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Weld thru Primer:


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post Nov 9 2018, 07:31 PM
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First attempt at melding metal. First pic: Rubbish! 2nd: hmmm getting there.


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post Nov 9 2018, 07:32 PM
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