72 rustoration / subaru 6cyl project in Kansas, Mild resto-mod build, my idea of a “true” sportscar Options

[Alain V.]

[Alain V.]

I’m going to be installing two of the upper trans mount covers instead of one in the middle like factory did it.

[Alain V.]

Got an idea for cleaning surface rust out of hard to reach areas, like the upper rear frame rails and center tunnel area. Here is a before shot

[Alain V.]

I’m going to flush the area with a rust solution,using a submersible pump,some hose, and a tarp to catch it into a plastic tote

[Alain V.]

[Alain V.]

[Alain V.]

After flushing.

[Alain V.]

[Alain V.]

[krazykonrad]

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It looks like you've already made some serious progress. Let us know how we can help.

[Mayne]

Quite the thread start! You’re going to have a great tub and chassis for your Subaru conversion.

[lesorubcheek]

I’m going to flush the area with a rust solution,using a submersible pump,some hose, and a tarp to catch it into a plastic tote

That's a great idea. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/rocking nana.gif) and, the proof is in the puddin', the results look great. My compliments on some fine work.

Dan

[gereed75]

I really like to see the innovative repair ideas.

Great work. isn't the whole weld patch repair process somehow very satisfying?

Love the lightweight efficient concept . 1800 pounds is an ambitious goal. Will be great to see how it comes out.

Thanks for posting your work Nice!

[Superhawk996]

Nice progress. Keep going! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smilie_pokal.gif)

[cali914]

Very nice work. I envy you guys that know how to weld. 1800 lbs is going to be tough. I am at 1900 lbs with making my own wiring harness and removing headlights. I wish you success.

[Alain V.]

I'm going to do my best to reach that goal weight.

I've already got a pair of carbon fiber lids from 914 Rubber.
Since I'm using the lightweight lids, I've eliminated all of the original springs & associated brackets.
Every non-essential bracket on the body is being removed,,,or swiss cheesed.

I'm also going to make a GT style engine cover, fiberglass bumpers. Entire car will be "de-badged" (we don't need no stinking badges!....too heavy!)

I already have aluminum brembo Alfa front calipers and am searching for lightweight rears. I think PMB made aluminum rears at one time and would love to find a pair.

Have 911 5 lug conversion for front and rear, and have a set of 15" 944 Fuchs.

Will also be using a lightweight battery, and keeping all interior trim as light and thin as possible. Eliminating the rear backpad,

I've even been toying with the idea of duplicating the original 914 fiberglass seats in thinner carbon fiber, and upholstering them in cloth to drop a little more weight.
Even going to "lighten" the original steel dash as much as possible (will probable cut some material out of it and use aluminum fillers in it's place) Eliminating the heavy glove box door & ash tray.

Obviously I am using early . light doors & regulators & am probably only going to use a small pull strap on the door with no pockets or arm rests.

Basically, every piece will be approached with the question of,,,,,,,"can this possibly be lighter and still do the job",,,,before it is installed on the car.

1800 going to be tough, but I'm going to do my best to get it there. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

[Alain V.]

[Alain V.]

I'm also going to try and come up with a lightweight steering wheel.(less than 2 pounds) Have already seen a few aluminum ones that might work. I'm also probably going to do something about the original 914 upper steering column, as that thing is also a bit heavy. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
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[djway]

Don't need no stinking badges (IMG:style_emoticons/default/lol-2.gif)
This is gonna be good.

[TRS63]

Love the spirit here as I am basically tending in the same lightweight direction (but cannot go that far as our Tüv regulation for street driven cars is pretty complex and I need to discuss every change with them..).
Keep us posted

Antoine