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| stownsen914 |
 Dec 17 2008, 04:05 PM
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Senior Member  Group: Members Posts: 930 Joined: 3-October 06 From: Ossining, NY Member No.: 6,985 Region Association: None  |
QUOTE(plymouth37 @ Dec 8 2008, 11:34 AM)  I totally agree, at this point the hoops are not nearly as strong as they could be. I have decided to run 5-point harnesses so it would probably be a good idea to triangulate the hoops with another bar. It will be tough to squeeze another bar under the humps, I will have a better idea of what is possible after I finish the firewall. Very cool project! To triangulate the main hoop a little more, why not just put a diagonal tube laterally behind where the seats will go? Scott |
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| plymouth37 |
Dec 17 2008, 04:11 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,825 Joined: 24-May 05 From: Snoqualmie, WA Member No.: 4,138 Region Association: Pacific Northwest 
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Thanks for the kind words guys!
QUOTE To triangulate the main hoop a little more, why not just put a diagonal tube laterally behind where the seats will go? The main hoop is not the issue, I am going to run a bar diagonally from the rear up to each head hoop to keep them from folding if the car flips. |
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| shelby/914 |
Dec 17 2008, 04:19 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 804 Joined: 24-August 05 From: Foxfield, Co Member No.: 4,655 Region Association: Rocky Mountains
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Welcome back to Colorado, I've shown this thread to friends who aren't into 914s and they can't wait to see the car in person. I think you could charge admission.
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| KELTY360 |
Dec 17 2008, 07:09 PM
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914 Neferati Group: Members Posts: 5,089 Joined: 31-December 05 From: Pt. Townsend, WA Member No.: 5,344 Region Association: Pacific Northwest
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Wow.......nice Fiat!
My girfriend's uncle used to have one just like it, sep it were a four door. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/dry.gif) |
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| Sleepin |
Dec 29 2008, 10:48 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 3,647 Joined: 20-November 07 From: Grand Junction, Co. Member No.: 8,357 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
QUOTE(plymouth37 @ Dec 16 2008, 05:06 PM) Big news, My wife and I are moving to Boulder Colorado in a couple weeks. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/icon_bump.gif) For a fellow Coloradoan (now)! Good news! Car is looking badass!!! |
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| turboman808 |
Dec 29 2008, 03:20 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,718 Joined: 31-January 06 From: North Jersey Member No.: 5,505 Region Association: North East States |
The car is looking fantastic. The only thing not working for me is the bumps behind the headrest. I say get rid of them and keep the line clean.
Really thought this thread makes me want to chop the top on my car. |
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| PeeGreen 914 |
Dec 29 2008, 03:21 PM
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Just when you think you're done...wait, there is more..lol Group: Members Posts: 10,219 Joined: 21-September 06 From: Seattle, WA... actually Everett Member No.: 6,884 Region Association: Pacific Northwest
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Any updates Dana?
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| plymouth37 |
Dec 29 2008, 07:17 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,825 Joined: 24-May 05 From: Snoqualmie, WA Member No.: 4,138 Region Association: Pacific Northwest
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WOW, over 20,000 views and over 300 replies! You guys rock, thank you so much for the support!
QUOTE(Phoenix 914-6GT @ Dec 29 2008, 02:21 PM) Any updates Dana? I am working on rebuilding the firewall, it is turning out to be a ton of work but I should have some pics to post by the end of the week. I would like to get the firewall done before I move on the 2nd so as to not piss off my new neighbors with the excessive noise. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sawzall-smiley.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welder.gif) Dana. |
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| effutuo101 |
Dec 30 2008, 11:45 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,735 Joined: 10-April 05 From: Lemon Grove Member No.: 3,914 Region Association: Southern California |
Good luck in Boulder! I lived right out side of there for a couple of years. Lots of runs out of there during the summer.
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| PeeGreen 914 |
Dec 30 2008, 11:54 AM
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Just when you think you're done...wait, there is more..lol Group: Members Posts: 10,219 Joined: 21-September 06 From: Seattle, WA... actually Everett Member No.: 6,884 Region Association: Pacific Northwest
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QUOTE(plymouth37 @ Dec 29 2008, 05:17 PM) WOW, over 20,000 views and over 300 replies! You guys rock, thank you so much for the support! QUOTE(Phoenix 914-6GT @ Dec 29 2008, 02:21 PM) Any updates Dana? I am working on rebuilding the firewall, it is turning out to be a ton of work but I should have some pics to post by the end of the week. I would like to get the firewall done before I move on the 2nd so as to not piss off my new neighbors with the excessive noise. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sawzall-smiley.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welder.gif) Dana. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif) There's nothing wrong with breaking in your new neighbors (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif) . They need to get use to it soon anyway. When I move into my house I pulled up the tax records of my neighbors and learned what I could about them. I bought them all "I'm your new neighbor gifts" and now I can borrow any tool or do anything. Then I got married and had kids and all the older neighbors bought us a ton of baby stuff. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) Can't wait to see more work. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif) |
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| Scott S |
Dec 30 2008, 12:06 PM
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Small Member Group: Members Posts: 1,698 Joined: 30-April 03 From: Colorado Member No.: 633 |
Very stoked to have this car local!! I am just two exits away from you on 36 - really look forward to watching the progress and seeing the car in person.
Welcome to the nieghborhood! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) -Scott S |
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| jcambo7 |
Dec 30 2008, 12:06 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,691 Joined: 24-December 08 From: Graham, WA Member No.: 9,867 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
QUOTE(Phoenix 914-6GT @ Dec 30 2008, 11:54 AM) QUOTE(plymouth37 @ Dec 29 2008, 05:17 PM) WOW, over 20,000 views and over 300 replies! You guys rock, thank you so much for the support! QUOTE(Phoenix 914-6GT @ Dec 29 2008, 02:21 PM) Any updates Dana? I am working on rebuilding the firewall, it is turning out to be a ton of work but I should have some pics to post by the end of the week. I would like to get the firewall done before I move on the 2nd so as to not piss off my new neighbors with the excessive noise. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sawzall-smiley.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welder.gif) Dana. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif) There's nothing wrong with breaking in your new neighbors (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif) . They need to get use to it soon anyway. When I move into my house I pulled up the tax records of my neighbors and learned what I could about them. I bought them all "I'm your new neighbor gifts" and now I can borrow any tool or do anything. Then I got married and had kids and all the older neighbors bought us a ton of baby stuff. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) Can't wait to see more work. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif) Wow Jon! Looks like you know how to get your neighbors on your side!!!!! LOL (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/icon_bump.gif) Whatever works though! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/drunk.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/w00t.gif) |
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| jcambo7 |
Dec 30 2008, 12:09 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,691 Joined: 24-December 08 From: Graham, WA Member No.: 9,867 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
This car is looking awesome. I can't wait to see the car finished and what you are going to do. It's going to look awesome. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer3.gif)
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| 914junkie |
Jan 5 2009, 03:57 AM
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Looking great Dana! Love the direction you took with your car. Hard to believe thats the same car I was looking at in Renegades parking lot. I drove down to Las Vegas 3 years ago to pick up my V8 conversion kit. You were showing me your car and around the shop and I kept thinking I should have done the Subaru conversion instead of the SBC. Now I want both! Was nice to meet you guys and the conversion was painless. Good luck with the project, can't wait to see the end result. How bout some HID projectors behind some clear replica turn signal lenses? Just a thought. Have fun! Paul S. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/drunk.gif)
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| AgPete139 |
Jan 7 2009, 05:33 AM
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AgPete139 Group: Members Posts: 91 Joined: 12-February 08 From: Houston, TX Member No.: 8,701 Region Association: South East States |
I've been stalking this page for a while now (a while = since May 2008). I've never really had anything to say, and still don't since I'm a newb to 914...
But damn. Dana, that is a good-looking car. The chopped windshield, front KC's, motor choice (sans bracing dilemma), and mirrors are well done. The look is mean, and the brushed metal is so unique and fitting for the car. But, with the fiberglass, what about a tan (bottom) / high gloss black (top) 2 tone paint scheme with a red stripe going along the length of the car? I just Googled the first 2 images I saw. http://www.allfordmustangs.com/forums/atta...one-paint-2.jpg http://www.digimods.co.uk/images/Virtualca...torconcept2.jpg Congrats on the successful move, btw. By the end of the build, YOU will be weighing more than the unloaded CHASSIS! I'd say good luck, but it looks like you don't need it. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) Pete |
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| PeeGreen 914 |
Jan 11 2009, 10:58 PM
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(IMG:style_emoticons/default/birthday3.gif) Dana, ae you really 5 years younger than me? Even more impressive work now. Someone with this skill in their mid 20s (IMG:style_emoticons/default/w00t.gif)
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| plymouth37 |
Jan 11 2009, 11:04 PM
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QUOTE(Phoenix 914-6GT @ Jan 11 2009, 09:58 PM) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/birthday3.gif) Dana, are you really 5 years younger than me? Even more impressive work now. Someone with this skill in their mid 20s (IMG:style_emoticons/default/w00t.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) Thanks! As far as the car goes I am in the middle of getting our house in Laramie ready to sell (aka finishing all of my half finished renovation projects) and starting a new semester tomorrow so it may be a little while before I can get back to her. Never fear though, you guys will be the first to know if anything gets done... |
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| oldschool |
Jan 11 2009, 11:21 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 3,372 Joined: 29-October 08 From: P-town Member No.: 9,705 Region Association: Southern California |
QUOTE(plymouth37 @ Jun 10 2008, 08:34 AM) QUOTE(ericread @ Jun 10 2008, 07:24 AM) Are you going to build a rag top for it, or is it a fair weather ride only? I was playing around with the concept of a lift off hard top with drop in windows. It would suck to build but it would really make the car alot more useable. we shall see... Dude that's looking so cool I dreamed of a chop (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sawzall-smiley.gif) 914, But how are you going about the seats? am short Mexican and I some times hit my head on a reg.top? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/shades.gif) |
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| oldschool |
Jan 11 2009, 11:28 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 3,372 Joined: 29-October 08 From: P-town Member No.: 9,705 Region Association: Southern California |
QUOTE(d914 @ Dec 17 2008, 06:43 AM) that is awesome,, You might have said but what are you doing for headlights.. I was playing with the idea of some motocycle lights mounted next to the fogs kinda rally style but Im not that far to worry to much about it?????? I think a cool look would be light's ala 928 you know facing up when not in use and when on bam! just like the 928. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/shades.gif) |
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| plymouth37 |
Jan 11 2009, 11:30 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,825 Joined: 24-May 05 From: Snoqualmie, WA Member No.: 4,138 Region Association: Pacific Northwest
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QUOTE(oldschool @ Jan 11 2009, 10:21 PM) Dude that's looking so cool I dreamed of a chop (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sawzall-smiley.gif) 914, But how are you going about the seats? I am going to move the crossbrace that the stock seats mount to about 3" or 4" forward and hard mount Sparco Evos to the floor. This should give me a pretty decent driving position even if the car is only 41" tall. |
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