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Cheers everyone, officially starting the updates on the 964. I see many work of arts here ( Spyerx's for example) and mine will humbly be much less "***** out" but at least it will be mine (that's how I see it!).
I'm having removed (nope, not a DIY here) the stock drivetrain in these days. Debating if I should send the car to get fixed on the exterior before or after installing coilovers, new engine, transmission, etc. Suggestions? I am more of a get the mechanicals sorted first and then do the exterior type of guy.
Big purchase month coming with a golden rod + RS shifter and all the suspension bits (bump steer kit, camber plates, bushings etc).
Of course I am spending money on stupid stuff like Carbon fiber hood (will be painted slate grey) and fiberglass engine lid...
Cool! Look forward to the updates. Fellow "Texan" here also. I just picked up a 195k miler myself! Haven't had a chance to make a thread b/c too busy driving it LOL.
Cool! Look forward to the updates. Fellow "Texan" here also. I just picked up a 195k miler myself! Haven't had a chance to make a thread b/c too busy driving it LOL.
I'm telling ya high mileage aircooled are faster than showroom low mileage ones
There are quite a few of us in Houston. If anyone else is up for it, it’d be cool to meet up with other owners to share experiences with mods, shops, etc. I try and be discriminate about who works on my car, but would love to hear about other local’s experiences.
Good stuff... Look forward to reading and seeing the progress of your car. Curious on the dyno numbers of the original motor versus the replacement one.
There are quite a few of us in Houston. If anyone else is up for it, it’d be cool to meet up with other owners to share experiences with mods, shops, etc. I try and be discriminate about who works on my car, but would love to hear about other local’s experiences.
plus, I’d like to see another slate 964!
I’d be interested in this. Provided the weather holds up are you going to the LSRPCA GTG on Saturday? It would be my first one attending as I’m a new owner.
..Debating if I should send the car to get fixed on the exterior before or after installing coilovers, new engine, transmission, etc. Suggestions? I am more of a get the mechanicals sorted first and then do the exterior type of guy.
Big purchase month coming with a golden rod + RS shifter and all the suspension bits (bump steer kit, camber plates, bushings etc).
Of course I am spending money on stupid stuff like Carbon fiber hood (will be painted slate grey) and fiberglass engine lid...
Unless it's really bad, paint it at the end. One less thing to worry about while you road test and dial-in all the upgrades. It's going to feel like a whole new car.
You're going to be so happy with those suspension and transmission upgrades. My I also suggest the Function First Transmission mount. Cherry on top of all the other upgrades you are making in that area. 60A feels mega, and very livable. http://www.function-first.com/produc...s-mount-insert
Unless it's really bad, paint it at the end. One less thing to worry about while you road test and dial-in all the upgrades. It's going to feel like a whole new car.
You're going to be so happy with those suspension and transmission upgrades. My I also suggest the Function First Transmission mount. Cherry on top of all the other upgrades you are making in that area. 60A feels mega, and very livable. http://www.function-first.com/produc...s-mount-insert
Yeah that's what I am thinking, paint it at the end but knowing me I will paint it in year 2025 as I always prefer to spend money on performance parts than exterior...
I decided against the big reds. I like big brakes (and I cannot lie) but I will not need them and mine being a 92 it already has a good setup. On the other end I have this bad idea of swapping 993 hubs/uprights...
Will this ever end?
Anyhow May will be an expensive month for buying parts! Maybe I should wait for a sale....? FD Short Shift Kit FD Short Shift KitRS-Style Shift Rod - The Golden Rod RS-Style Shift Rod - The Golden RodHD Front Control Arm Bushings (Foreword Position) HD Front Control Arm Bushings (Foreword Position) HD Front Control Arm Bushing (Rearword Position) HD Front Control Arm Bushing (Rearword Position)RSR-Style Inner Tie Rod RSR-Style Inner Tie Rod Front Tie Rod w/Bump Steer (pr) Front Tie Rod w/Bump Steer (pr) – THIS IS FOR STOCK 964 UPRIGHTS!!!964/993 Steering Reinforcement 964/993 Steering Reinforcement 964/993 Steering Rack Bushings 964/993 Steering Rack Bushings Rennline Front Adjustable Camber Plate Set- Sealed Rennline Front Adjustable Camber Plate Set- Sealed
BBS sold, re barrelling too involved to re-barrel them even for the 993. The 964 will see a set of RUFs. Still undecided on tires.
Drivetrain:
Gearbox *should* be on its way from Holland to Houston. That's the missing part.
Engine needs new spark plugs and the hot-wire kit installed + injectors ultrasound cleaned (suggestions?) then it's ready.
Thinking to upgrade to the FVD golden rod + short shifter
Bought a set of S-CAR-GO like headers and ditched the George's Euro.
GT3 muffler will be connected on both openings.
Suspensions:
I don't want to go crazy low and, honestly, I have never messed with height of a car after I installed them on any of my cars.
Looking at the table below I think I will use the eibach springs with Koni I have. The car will be lowered 1.3" front and 1" rear - it should give it the right stance without having to buy Bump Steer kit.
I will however need to buy the tie rods to improve steering feel.
Yes Ohlins are FANTASTIC, so are the Bilsteins but I can spend the dough elsewhere (headers) and still be happy.
Need camber plates
Nee tie rods
A arm bushings (Rubber? Poly?).
Have Eibach Sway Bars.
Interior:
Probably just re-upholster a set of Recaro Pole Position to match the OEM blue leather. + Momo steering wheel.
Exterior:
Since the gearbox is not coming for the next 30 days, I will start to take care of the exterior:
PDR for the 19 dings she has (lol)
Front Carbon fiber hood painted Slate grey
Rear fiberglass lid painted Slate grey
Fixing some rust
Obligatory brake scoops painted Slate grey
Thinking about doing plexi rear window since they will need to remove it to fix the rust.
The wedding between the gearbox and the engine will happen in the coming days.
She is finally going to come alive with the new drivetrain hopefully by mid August.
I am not sure if you have been in a similar situation but this is the moment when all the pieces you have been collecting are all coming together AT THE SAME TIME. And it's exciting.
Selling the 993 really motivated me to push things forward though!
04-05-2018, 03:16 PM
