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bkrantz
post Oct 28 2022, 07:58 PM
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Here's the template in place.

BTW, my research shows an infinite variation on placement, up-down, side to side, and angle.


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post Oct 28 2022, 08:00 PM
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Sticker in place. Although the original was sliver, I opted for black--that was found on some cars in 1973 (as far as I can tell).


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post Oct 29 2022, 05:55 AM
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QUOTE(bkrantz @ Oct 26 2022, 08:09 PM) *

QUOTE(930cabman @ Oct 25 2022, 01:31 PM) *

Bob,

Great thread and thanks again for documenting. Looking back how many things would you have done differently? If you can answer, it might be a big question

I may be interested in the heads


Geez, what a question. The first, obvious answer is that I would have looked for a cleaner car to start with. A couple of other things that come to mind:
- Done more body work and panel fitting with the doors mounted
- Been more engaged with the paint shop, especially before the color coat started
- Did a complete dry assembly of the engine, and checked alignment and clearances (especially deck height)
- Generally have a known standard for work from the beginning. The further along I got, the higher my quality standards got. I ended up going back to do things over, and bought more than one version of some parts.


Sounds as though mostly, measure twice, cut once. For the most part you must be more than pleased to have gotten her complete and driving. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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post Oct 29 2022, 01:28 PM
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I agree 100% with @bkrantz . Having a comprehensive plan before you begin is very helpful. There always tends to be issues that pop-up along the way. The single biggest thing I would add is if you farm work out, make sure the shop is within visiting range so you can keep tight reins on the project and see the actual work they are doing. Photos do not really cut it. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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post Oct 29 2022, 07:12 PM
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QUOTE(bkrantz @ Oct 26 2022, 08:09 PM) *

QUOTE(930cabman @ Oct 25 2022, 01:31 PM) *

Bob,

Great thread and thanks again for documenting. Looking back how many things would you have done differently? If you can answer, it might be a big question

I may be interested in the heads


Geez, what a question. The first, obvious answer is that I would have looked for a cleaner car to start with. A couple of other things that come to mind:
- Done more body work and panel fitting with the doors mounted
- Been more engaged with the paint shop, especially before the color coat started
- Did a complete dry assembly of the engine, and checked alignment and clearances (especially deck height)
- Generally have a known standard for work from the beginning. The further along I got, the higher my quality standards got. I ended up going back to do things over, and bought more than one version of some parts.


Sounds as though mostly, measure twice, cut once. For the most part you must be more than pleased to have gotten her complete and driving. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)


Yes, indeed. I just have to keep my inner perfectionist from getting out. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/happy11.gif)
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post Oct 29 2022, 07:14 PM
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Replacement chassis badge with color code. Pop quiz: what color does the new badge show?


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post Oct 29 2022, 07:16 PM
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I took out the door stay pin to gain a bit more opening (but not much).


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post Oct 29 2022, 07:17 PM
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First adjustment: the holes in the new badge are too small for the rivets. I drilled them bigger.


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post Oct 29 2022, 07:19 PM
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Next problem: the rivets are too thin to wedge into the holes in the door frame. I decided to glue the rivets in place. Not factory, but O cam remove them later if necessary.


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post Oct 29 2022, 07:20 PM
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Holding the badge in place, so I can get the lower rivets installed.


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post Oct 29 2022, 07:21 PM
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All done.


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post Oct 29 2022, 07:22 PM
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Punch list is getting shorter.


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post Oct 29 2022, 07:32 PM
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Replacement chassis badge with color code. Pop quiz: what color does the new badge show?

Racing yellow (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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post Oct 29 2022, 09:16 PM
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Bob, the door compliance sticker placement was right on.

And with the paint tag...I did the same thing on my 911.
Used a bit of glue and it worked out great.

Your car is looking awesome.
You just need to sell it me next Spring....NOT. hahaha
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post Oct 30 2022, 06:53 PM
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Replacement chassis badge with color code. Pop quiz: what color does the new badge show?

Racing yellow (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)


Winner! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smilie_pokal.gif)

And while not correct for 1973, it is at least a Porsche color.
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post Oct 30 2022, 07:01 PM
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Bob, the door compliance sticker placement was right on.

And with the paint tag...I did the same thing on my 911.
Used a bit of glue and it worked out great.

Your car is looking awesome.
You just need to sell it me next Spring....NOT. hahaha


Hi, Doug. I could not find any definitive info for setting the rivets mechanically. I thought about removing the door switch and sneaking some tool inside the jamb--and then trying to mushroom the end of the rivet. But that started to feel like too much work!

If you don't want to buy it, bring the crew to Colorado and you can borrow it.
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I agree 100% with @bkrantz . Having a comprehensive plan before you begin is very helpful. There always tends to be issues that pop-up along the way. The single biggest thing I would add is if you farm work out, make sure the shop is within visiting range so you can keep tight reins on the project and see the actual work they are doing. Photos do not really cut it. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)



I was going to get it running and legal then start to tear it apart. Next thing you know it's sideways on a rotisserie.

Bob
How long was your lead to the starter?

Kevin
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post Oct 31 2022, 07:30 PM
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QUOTE(Cairo94507 @ Oct 29 2022, 03:28 PM) *

I agree 100% with @bkrantz . Having a comprehensive plan before you begin is very helpful. There always tends to be issues that pop-up along the way. The single biggest thing I would add is if you farm work out, make sure the shop is within visiting range so you can keep tight reins on the project and see the actual work they are doing. Photos do not really cut it. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)



I was going to get it running and legal then start to tear it apart. Next thing you know it's sideways on a rotisserie.

Bob
How long was your lead to the starter?

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Another small jobs that was not on the list (except in my head). The left fog light was loose, and kept falling forward. I had tried before to tighten the mount, without removing the bumper, but could not get a wrench or socket on the nut.


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That meant I got to buy a new tool, another Facom angle wrench, 14 mm.


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