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I'm surprised Larry didn't go for a rain gutter delete? Especially given that the shop spent 3 days shaping them ($$$$). Would have made for a stronger, more aero track car, plus killer looks with that sans sunroof lid. Maybe he was reluctant due to his daily use needs (rain/snow entering the cabin when opening the door)?
Discussed this with Larry - his/the shop's understanding was that the way that the rain gutter is formed on the OEM part (by rolling) actually adds stiffness to the roof and therefore to the car. From an engineering standpoint, this makes sense, but maybe there's other info out there?
Discussed this with Larry - his/the shop's understanding was that the way that the rain gutter is formed on the OEM part (by rolling) actually adds stiffness to the roof and therefore to the car. From an engineering standpoint, this makes sense, but maybe there's other info out there?
Folded seam vs. welded roofline...
Of course it's strong this way, but I bet the factory also chose this method due to ease of manufacturing... and cost. The three panels, roof - rear fender - and side panel (inside car) are folded together and also create a rain gutter. Sounds good and also creates a handy rain gutter for real workd convenience. That's all good, but given the effort here (3 days of shaping) and how the car will used (on track) then it's interesting they didn't consider welding the three separate panels (instead of folding them together) to increase shell strength, reduce drag and cabin wind noise.
It's an awesome car, Larry is awesome, just curious. Especially when I heard about the effort to shape them (means it wasn't not done because of cost). Loved the video and watching the craftsmanship. BTW, look at 356s and 935 race cars.
Search over at the Pelican Parts 911forum for lots of threads discussing this. Member "Rdane" also completed (years ago) a stunning rain gutterless car.
Saw this car in LA a while back at a shop called 911 Design (no affiliation). The owner must have poured cubic dollars into this project, came out rather nice... love the smooth, gutterless 959 look.
Was that panel store bought or custom made? Will it work on a 964?
Thanks
I purchased it from Fenn Lane Motorsport in the U.K. It works on ALL air-cooled 911s. But before you buy it make sure you have an EXCELLENT body shop that can do amazing metalwork. Or you will be disappointed. And to do the job right and install an OEM non-sunroof headliner all glass has to come out as well.
07-18-2017, 05:22 PM
