Restoration/Remodel Update (long)
07-19-2004, 09:17 PM
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Restoration/Remodel Update (long)
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Thought I'd give the board an update on where I am at.
I got my '80 euro AND a full set of manuals for $800. Cosmetically it was in a very sorry shape, but mechanically pretty sound. I am not looking to do a matching numbers restoration, but instead I want to rebuild the way I want it. Purists, this may not be your cup of tea, but they way I look at it, I saved another 928 from the great dismaantler in the sky and its my time and money.
That being said, I took the plunge and ordered the Jacquemond Clockwork Orange kit. Manufacture will be completed by Wednesday of this week, so I reckon aother 4-6 weeks for shipping. I talked to several people who cautioned me on the amount of work required to install this type of kit, but hell, you only live once!!
My trunk lid has the black plastic spoiler so I am picking up another spoilerless hatch on Friday - it will make the rear spoiler installation much easier. (I'll have the hatch and components up for sale soon) I got the original Jacquemond rear spoiler - I do not like his new one.
Exterior paint color has yet to be decided.
The car has been completely stripped of all panels, and the interior is gone. The dash was badly cracked, so I ground out the holes filled them, and layed a thin coat of fiberglass over the entire dash. I then textured it and painted it a camel color.
For the center console, I have sourced a climate control system from a '97 Integra. The control panel fits nicely in the console, and I will only have to do a minimum of modification. It really updates the look. I also have the blower, exchanger etc. and wiring harnesses which I need to custom mount and hook up in place of the original. The control panel also contains the hazard warning light switch and rear defrost switch, so I will be rewiring these from the dash pod. I will level and fill in the holes in the pod, and may end up putting something else there (maybe remote radar or something).
I'll post some pictures later this week
Thought I'd give the board an update on where I am at.
I got my '80 euro AND a full set of manuals for $800. Cosmetically it was in a very sorry shape, but mechanically pretty sound. I am not looking to do a matching numbers restoration, but instead I want to rebuild the way I want it. Purists, this may not be your cup of tea, but they way I look at it, I saved another 928 from the great dismaantler in the sky and its my time and money.
That being said, I took the plunge and ordered the Jacquemond Clockwork Orange kit. Manufacture will be completed by Wednesday of this week, so I reckon aother 4-6 weeks for shipping. I talked to several people who cautioned me on the amount of work required to install this type of kit, but hell, you only live once!!
My trunk lid has the black plastic spoiler so I am picking up another spoilerless hatch on Friday - it will make the rear spoiler installation much easier. (I'll have the hatch and components up for sale soon) I got the original Jacquemond rear spoiler - I do not like his new one.
Exterior paint color has yet to be decided.
The car has been completely stripped of all panels, and the interior is gone. The dash was badly cracked, so I ground out the holes filled them, and layed a thin coat of fiberglass over the entire dash. I then textured it and painted it a camel color.
For the center console, I have sourced a climate control system from a '97 Integra. The control panel fits nicely in the console, and I will only have to do a minimum of modification. It really updates the look. I also have the blower, exchanger etc. and wiring harnesses which I need to custom mount and hook up in place of the original. The control panel also contains the hazard warning light switch and rear defrost switch, so I will be rewiring these from the dash pod. I will level and fill in the holes in the pod, and may end up putting something else there (maybe remote radar or something).
I'll post some pictures later this week
07-19-2004, 09:33 PM
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Oh yeah, forgot to add in case you think its all show and no go, once the body works complete, I'm replacing the motor with a 32 valve - and supercharging it! why, you may ask - well why not.
Also I've got to thank Jeff for his great post over the last couple of weeks, it has helped motivate me to get my finger out my a$$.
Also I've got to thank Jeff for his great post over the last couple of weeks, it has helped motivate me to get my finger out my a$$.
07-19-2004, 09:34 PM
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Sounds good to me.
That has been on of the ideas I have been tossing around for a long time.
Grafting the climate control from another vehicle.
Most newer cars have better capacity, stronger fans, and simpler controls.
I see no reason a different HVAC system could not be grafted entirely.
It might need a custom bracket, and some custom hoses.
But the rest of the controls are all 12v, so it should be a simple wiring job.
I like most of Jacquemond's stuff.
It actually seems like a better deal for you, because you got your car for so cheap.
One of the things that makes me hesitant, is that I know it is never just the cost of the kit. There is installation, prep, paint, and wider wheels, tires, etc. It all adds up.
But it is indeed a great way to give a new lease on life to one of the old buggers.
Definately post pictures of your projects, and keep us informed!
Not all of us are purists!
That has been on of the ideas I have been tossing around for a long time.
Grafting the climate control from another vehicle.
Most newer cars have better capacity, stronger fans, and simpler controls.
I see no reason a different HVAC system could not be grafted entirely.
It might need a custom bracket, and some custom hoses.
But the rest of the controls are all 12v, so it should be a simple wiring job.
I like most of Jacquemond's stuff.
It actually seems like a better deal for you, because you got your car for so cheap.
One of the things that makes me hesitant, is that I know it is never just the cost of the kit. There is installation, prep, paint, and wider wheels, tires, etc. It all adds up.
But it is indeed a great way to give a new lease on life to one of the old buggers.
Definately post pictures of your projects, and keep us informed!
Not all of us are purists!
07-19-2004, 09:36 PM
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True about the power. I always thought Fiero kit cars were lame, because if you have a car that looks like a Ferarri, or some other exotic, people *will* try to race you. So it kind of sucks to get beat by everybody. If you have all the show, you need some go... The euroS or the s4 are at least no slouches, but the old US cars are kinda slow. So tossing a supercharger in there ought to do the trick!
07-19-2004, 09:40 PM
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I figure it will cost quite a bit in the end, but I've been looking for a hobby car for a while, and the old lady did give me the go ahead. Its not a "money is no object" project, but I'll do my thing and update and modernize so that the car may bring many more years of enjoyment
07-19-2004, 09:43 PM
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Well, if you look at the typical "new car" budget, of something around $20-30k, if you spend that much on a 928, you can either get a nice GT or maybe a GTS, or you can take an $800 old bugger, and turn it into an exotic...
