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pitts12driver 11-20-2018 09:13 PM

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




rkwfxd 11-20-2018 10:49 PM

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.

simonstorey 11-21-2018 02:49 AM

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.

Talat 11-21-2018 09:58 AM

Wow, what a list - this should be good :thumbsup:

Spyerx 11-21-2018 10:09 AM

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.

Greg Wolfe 11-21-2018 10:56 AM

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

salty87 11-21-2018 12:18 PM

What color was it before?...what color will it be?

pitts12driver 11-21-2018 01:56 PM

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

Foxman 11-21-2018 03:52 PM

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.

pitts12driver 11-21-2018 04:38 PM

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.

Foxman 11-21-2018 05:46 PM


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.

Thanks for that, it's very helpful. I haven't been able to find anyone experienced with the process, and will a go at it this winter on my own. The car will be tracked, so I'm hoping the filler doesn't start cracking down the road... :cheers:

pitts12driver 11-27-2018 01:49 PM

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...c745f3a9a5.jpg
Amazing how well all the old suspension parts clean up...

Bloose993TT 11-27-2018 01:58 PM

You have a good taste sir and a budget to back it. Keep the updates coming...:cheers:

911Jetta 11-27-2018 02:13 PM

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!

C4TT 11-29-2018 05:46 PM


Originally Posted by pitts12driver (Post 15457727)
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...c745f3a9a5.jpg
Amazing how well all the old suspension parts clean up...

Amazing! What did you do to get it like this? Soap then sand blast?

pitts12driver 12-01-2018 11:28 AM


Originally Posted by C4TT (Post 15463860)
Amazing! What did you do to get it like this? Soap then sand blast?

washed in my parts washer and then glass bead blasted in the cabinet. The glass almost polishes the metal. All parts out for clear coat now. Hopefully the Elephant Racing refurb on the control arms and spring plates looks as nice!

pitts12driver 12-06-2018 08:03 PM

Progress. Probably a long month of blocking and sanding, but the metal work (minimal as it was) is in the rear view mirror...

pitts12driver 01-07-2019 01:30 PM

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.

pitts12driver 01-07-2019 02:13 PM

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...23dd6836a7.jpg
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...d5388c3c42.jpg
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...6d723e68e5.jpg
https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...81d3192e43.jpg
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...c1057c7b56.jpg
with pictures...

dukmon 01-07-2019 03:18 PM

Oh my goodness...........

klokwerk 01-07-2019 06:36 PM

Wow, Looks really good.

Foxman 01-07-2019 09:19 PM

Good progress. The seat backs look outstanding in the blue/gray.

kricci 01-08-2019 12:00 AM

Wow - this will be amazing - can't wait to watch your progress! :thumbup:

JAD964 01-09-2019 08:25 AM

Living the dream. Awesome

964George 01-09-2019 10:24 AM

Fantastic parts list :thumbup:
Subscribed :corn:

pitts12driver 01-25-2019 01:24 AM

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...5398c3411d.jpg

pitts12driver 02-19-2019 03:32 PM

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

dukmon 02-19-2019 03:40 PM

NICE

jonathant 02-19-2019 07:06 PM

Beautiful work on the paint - love the stripes against that seafoam gray.

heliolps2 02-19-2019 07:16 PM

I'm in. Love your work so far.

Marine Blue 02-20-2019 09:03 AM

I love the attention to detail.

Dick964 02-21-2019 11:19 AM

Wow, looking good !

Both Feet Down 02-22-2019 04:53 AM

Wow what a build! Thanks for sharing! I dream of doing something like this one day, very inspiring.

Cheers

Raven 666 02-22-2019 05:12 AM

subscribed I love a good build thread :thumbup:

pitts12driver 02-23-2019 12:48 PM

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...

Greg Wolfe 02-23-2019 12:54 PM

Looks incredible!!

Mr. Wolfe

Raven 666 02-23-2019 06:06 PM

wow really like that ..............:thumbsup:

pitts12driver 03-08-2019 04:37 PM

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...799b713534.jpg
Nothing like a fresh 4 liter Rothsport build to make you smile!

Greg Wolfe 03-08-2019 04:41 PM

Drool.

Mr. Wolfe

Both Feet Down 03-08-2019 04:42 PM

Wow! Looking amazing! :thumbup:

Raven 666 03-08-2019 05:34 PM

Very nice indeed :thumbsup:

Finlander 03-11-2019 12:30 PM

Love it!

Nickmysta 03-11-2019 02:26 PM

Great project!! Curious as to why you went with cats and this muffler vs their standard GT3 muffler set-up?

tonymission 03-11-2019 02:56 PM

Wow, I'm in for this one! Looks awesome so far

Countach500 03-11-2019 03:21 PM

Wow, awesome job

ScottR 03-12-2019 08:15 AM

Wowzers - that looks super cool.

fridtjov_RS 03-12-2019 09:39 AM

This project Looks very Nice :-)

964Luftballoon 03-13-2019 11:53 PM

Wow!!! Can’t wait to see the finished product. It looks amazing so far.

pitts12driver 03-16-2019 11:34 AM

1 Attachment(s)
It's alive!!! Dyno results at end of video...

jeff33702 03-16-2019 11:13 PM

NICE!!!!

Raven 666 03-16-2019 11:56 PM

Those are some solid number ,,well done ........:thumbup:

tbonelarry 03-17-2019 04:14 PM

Wow.


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