My 964 kit...
I'm not much for posting, as I usually show projects when they are finished. That said, this group seems uniquely supportive and engaged, so I post the beginnings of my next year's work. I started with a high-mileage 1994 C2, and took everything off. Welded up a dolly and sent the body off to a friend to strip. I made a list of parts and the cartons began arriving. I expect to have it running late next summer if all goes approximately as planned. I've built/restored a lot more airplanes than cars, and am finding the relative simplicity a blessing. Below is a shot today of the body in its most basic form, and a list of the stuff I'm working with. I've learned a great deal from reading this forum for the past 2 months as I've been disassembling, cleaning, and making choices, so I'd like to thank all of you who have come before me on this journey!
Porsche 964 rebuild process parts list Momo Mod 07 steering wheel Momo steering wheel hub Airbag delete Horn contact Rennline Aluminum Key surround Clear Front Fog light lenses 964 Front brake duct kit 9eleven LED headlights Recaro Pole Position seats Recaro seat mounts/sliders Rennline Lower Dash delete Fenn-Line sunroof delete panel Rennline floor boards Rennline pedals Rothsports short shifter Rothsports front rod Golden Rod rear rod Motion Control double adjustable shocks/springs 964 RS Adjustable swaybars, Front/Rear ER front control arm bushings ER rear spring bushing kit 9M front uprights and wheel bearings Tarrett GT2 tie rod assemblies Rothsport steering rack bushings Rear wheel bearings RS strut tower brace ER front camber plates Rennline rear monoballs Rothsport steering rack brace Brembo GT brake kit - 335x32 front, 328 x 28 rear SS lines 993 brake booster 993 master cylinder Gutted PV valve ABS Sensors Rebuild manual steering rack Augment Custom Wheels - 18 x 8.5, 18 x 10 Speedline Wheels - 18 x 9, 18 x 10.5 Michelin PSS Tires Rennline tubular engine carrier Heigo bolt-in roll bar with x-brace Ducktail (Getty) New oil cooler New oil lines - complete Oil cooler fan/resistor/sensor Powdercoat all sheet metal Cad plate/replace all hardware 993 door handles Griffith AC condenser Griffith AC evaporator Denso AC compressor Griffith AC lines New blower motors New evaporator fan AC dryer CCU rebuild/upgrade Gauge overhaul Alternator rebuild Alternator fan + bearing Rennline tubular engine carrier Starter All fuel lines Fuel pump Fuel filter Wevo engine mounts (Blue) RS transmission mount Rothsport engine build 4.1 liter Motec ECU M&M exhaust with 200-cell cats + heat Bill Rader transmission rebuild/re-gear Guard LSD Bare metal re-spray Sid Chavers custom interior https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...2e8ac6fb7d.jpg |
Hmmm. I purchased a Revell model kit of a 911 about two years ago. Still haven't opened the box. I hate you. LOL
Can't wait to watch this build. |
As a pilot and 964 owner I'll be watching this.
I'm sure you'll enjoy working without the FAA looking over your shoulder!! Less paperwork too. |
Wow, what a list - this should be good :thumbsup:
|
That list looks familiar. Well except the full repaint, trans, and rothsport built. Those will come, trans soon. Paint maybe never. Don’t like them too clean. |
Wow, what a project! Can't wait to watch this build. Just curious from your screen name, are you in Pittsburgh by any chance?
Mr. Wolfe |
What color was it before?...what color will it be?
|
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...617166c07d.jpg
It was a scratched up dark purple blue - it had been repainted once poorly. It will be a 1969 VW color - pale blue/grey. To the previous question - the first plane I built was a Pitts Model 12 - and it turned into my forum screen name - so no I don't live in Pittsburgh! Model 12 photo enclosed |
Also looking forward to seeing this build - you've clearly done your homework!
nterested to know who/how you're doing the Fenn Lane panel. My trusted mechanic and friends all think I'm crazy to remove the sunroof cassette and weld in the Fenn Lane panel. But the weight savings and the additional height are compelling. |
I installed the panel. Braced it in from underneath with wood, used TiG with a phosphor bronze filler rod. Needed some hammer/dolly work in the corners, but not an awful job. The roof will need a little filler to have consistent contours, but nothing significant. One of the other forum posts recommended a filler with aluminum to prevent cracking and that's what I used.
On the other hand, removing the sunroof structure is a royal pain - particularly the rear pinch seam. I had most of the interior out, and it still involved some colorful language and a lot of air tools. Ultimately it came out, and I was shocked at both the weight of all the components and the feeling of spaciousness with it gone. |
Originally Posted by pitts12driver
(Post 15446884)
I installed the panel. Braced it in from underneath with wood, used TiG with a phosphor bronze filler rod. Needed some hammer/dolly work in the corners, but not an awful job. The roof will need a little filler to have consistent contours, but nothing significant. One of the other forum posts recommended a filler with aluminum to prevent cracking and that's what I used.
On the other hand, removing the sunroof structure is a royal pain - particularly the rear pinch seam. I had most of the interior out, and it still involved some colorful language and a lot of air tools. Ultimately it came out, and I was shocked at both the weight of all the components and the feeling of spaciousness with it gone. |
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...c745f3a9a5.jpg
Amazing how well all the old suspension parts clean up... |
You have a good taste sir and a budget to back it. Keep the updates coming...:cheers:
|
Wow, all the good stuff! Welcome to the forum and thanks for posting. We're all excited for you.
4.1, M.C. suspension, regear, sunroof delete, Speedlines and custom VW color. Can't wait to see a 964 Sid Chavers custom interior! |
Originally Posted by pitts12driver
(Post 15457727)
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...c745f3a9a5.jpg
Amazing how well all the old suspension parts clean up... |
Originally Posted by C4TT
(Post 15463860)
Amazing! What did you do to get it like this? Soap then sand blast?
|
Progress. Probably a long month of blocking and sanding, but the metal work (minimal as it was) is in the rear view mirror...
|
Okay - So with the new year, the body is heading to color! Hopefully by early February, I'll begin to reassemble.
The seat backs are painted, the roll bar and wheels match, and the suspension is beginning to go back together with all new parts. |
|
Oh my goodness...........
|
Wow, Looks really good.
|
Good progress. The seat backs look outstanding in the blue/gray. |
Wow - this will be amazing - can't wait to watch your progress! :thumbup:
|
Living the dream. Awesome
|
Fantastic parts list :thumbup:
Subscribed :corn: |
|
700 hours in paint so far and counting. Goes to clear coat today, and I should have it back in my shop mid-march. Still hoping for July on the road but it may slip until August...
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...be27836651.jpg https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...b9c28dec4e.jpg |
NICE
|
Beautiful work on the paint - love the stripes against that seafoam gray.
|
I'm in. Love your work so far.
|
I love the attention to detail. |
Wow, looking good ! |
Wow what a build! Thanks for sharing! I dream of doing something like this one day, very inspiring. Cheers |
subscribed I love a good build thread :thumbup:
|
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...a764562096.jpg
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...38bb2bd341.jpg https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...cfb8efda24.jpg Clear coated!! Reassembly should begin by March 15th... |
Looks incredible!!
Mr. Wolfe |
wow really like that ..............:thumbsup:
|
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...799b713534.jpg
Nothing like a fresh 4 liter Rothsport build to make you smile! |
Drool.
Mr. Wolfe |
Wow! Looking amazing! :thumbup: |
Very nice indeed :thumbsup:
|
Love it!
|
Great project!! Curious as to why you went with cats and this muffler vs their standard GT3 muffler set-up?
|
Wow, I'm in for this one! Looks awesome so far
|
Wow, awesome job
|
Wowzers - that looks super cool.
|
This project Looks very Nice :-)
|
Wow!!! Can’t wait to see the finished product. It looks amazing so far. |
1 Attachment(s)
It's alive!!! Dyno results at end of video...
|
NICE!!!!
|
Those are some solid number ,,well done ........:thumbup:
|
Wow.
|
All times are GMT -3. The time now is 03:08 AM. |
© 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands