The project 911R something...

[78SCRSMAN]

Thanks Troy... long time...
Well I haven't had much time OR $ lately but I'm starting to look at engine parts again and planning to get back to work on the interior this winter. In case you missed it, I got divorced... again! Lol, and just moved for the second time in a year so getting settled at our new house and setting up the garage so I can get going again.
I've settled on a 3.2SS motor but keep going back and forth on EFI or carbs, single plug or twin, limited slip diff or open, blah blah... I kinda want simple so we'll see what happens. The car won't weight more than 2400lbs. so it'll be a ripper either way.
I still have yet to drive a 911 save for that one SC I took for a lil' joyride while working at the Porsche dealer when I was eighteen! I graciously accept rides when the opportunity presents itself though!

[schnellmann]

Yeah, I read back through the posts a bit, triangulated the info and figured that's what happened. So sorry, dude. I'm sure there's a helluva story there and maybe I'll get to hear it over beers sometime.

Anyway, the car is looking awesome. It has come so, so far. And of course the engine choices abound. Not that you asked, but if you're set on something like a short stroke, and given the "spirit" of the car, personally I'd stick with carbs. EFI without VVT just limits your cam choices a lot (little/no overlap for the rev zone). Also, they are really spendy but twin plugs are pretty much a must-have IMO if you're using 98mm slugs/jugs AND raising the compression over 9. 9:1 or less compression and you might get away with it. Lack of knock sensor means you really need more uniform ignition with bores over 95mm (stock) as poor quality gas and detonation insurance. I assume you're starting with a 3.0 case and crank. And maybe/probably I'm not saying anything you don't already know here. ;-}

Also, I think you drove my car once right after I got it so that's technically not true. But that was... wait for it... 10 years ago! Good God how time flies.

[78SCRSMAN]

Ha ha, no need to be sorry... I'm sure not!

Okay, enough of that!

I'm already holding: case, cams (DC 24 w/108 lc), rods, crank, towers, rockers, heads (large port), oil pump... I'm on the lookout for some Alusil jugs with intentions on having them drilled and plated. There's a few other doo-dads I need and then of course reconditioning all of it which as you know is where the expense is. I kinda think you're right about going with carbs. I'll prolly end up saving up for some PMO's in the end. I wish they were a little more budget friendly tho.

EDIT: Just for the record... You did offer to let me drive your car but I graciously declined however, I do remember the ride!

[schnellmann]

Ha. OK. 'Nuff said.

Want to hear something funny? I still have my stock Alusil jugs and slugs. If you want to make a deal let me know and I'll PM some pics. The jugs look nice, no gouges and clean sealing surfaces, all 6 made stock compression. Would be good candidates to recondition/replate. They have been sitting around for years now wrapped in a cozy blanket of oil waiting for a warmer day, so no hurry...

[78SCRSMAN]

Originally Posted by schnellmann

Ha. OK. 'Nuff said.

Want to hear something funny? I still have my stock Alusil jugs and slugs. If you want to make a deal let me know and I'll PM some pics. The jugs look nice, no gouges and clean sealing surfaces, all 6 made stock compression. Would be good candidates to recondition/replate. They have been sitting around for years now wrapped in a cozy blanket of oil waiting for a warmer day, so no hurry...

Sending you a PM...

[78SCRSMAN]

Update coming soon... just dropped some $ on interior... carpet, trims Rennline frunk items too!

[jjeffries]

SCRS Man: time to swear ofF the women, at least until you get the car finished! With humor and respect....John in CT

[78SCRSMAN]

Originally Posted by jjeffries

SCRS Man: time to swear ofF the women, at least until you get the car finished! With humor and respect....John in CT

Ha ha, NO JOKE!
Well I'm working on the interior now... applying some sound deadening to the floor pan and such in preparation for a "plush" RS carpet kit from APPBIZ. Not sure why it's called that. It's more like a thicker Perlon really. Anyway, I'll apply some foam over the damplifier to smooth things out a bit more. I'll try to post some photos soon...

I'm wanting EVERYTHING done (a true roller) before I start on the drive-train... (deep breath) ...sigh... which as everyone knows is not easy on the pocketbook! Just adding up the cost is very daunting! I was told by the PO the 915 was "good-to-go" so I'm keeping my fingers crossed. It has obviously been apart before (silicon sealant is visible around the partings) however there are no numbers to identify it's, well, anything! I'm thinking it may have been replaced with a new unit and/or case at one time or another??? The car was previously used as a DE car so might possibly have some different gearing. I'll likely be digging into it early next year to inspect and (cringe) hopefully just re-seal. It has an open diff so I'm looking at the possibility of installing a Quafe LSD.

[78SCRSMAN]

Here we go again...
As promised!
Okay so I've been working on the interior some. First I installed some Damplifier Pro in preparation for an RS carpet kit. I cut it to fit into the recessed areas of the floor-pan, sides and rear shelf. A bit hard to see in the photos since everything is black but hopefully you get the idea. All told, I used 9lbs. of it!






I put in some Rennline goodies too! Unfortunately my order got a tad bungled so I'm missing a strut brace, gas pedal and blower cover.






I finally have a real PORSCHE key too! Too bad the battery will likely be dead by the time this thing hits the pavement!




Some other goodies too






So here's where I'm at currently with the carpet project. I used some 1/2" closed cell foam the smooth things out a bit. What a friggin biatch it is to work the carpet! I got my work cut out for me for sure. I weighed the carpet, foam and damplifier... all told I'll be putting in 20lbs.!!! That's less than that tar crap the factory used on the floor alone!

[78SCRSMAN]

So here's where I'm at...
Interior is completely finished now!
RS carpet is in and done. I even got the rear-view mirror mounted!
I have yet to install exterior lighting (bulbs) but they're on the way. I ordered a third brake light from Daniel Stern which is an LED unit but decided to go with regular bulbs for all other exterior lights with the exception of the headlights which will be LED!

Overall, I'm happy with how things turned out.
Here's the proof...


















Next up are headlight relays and fuel lines (going with -AN) then onto the drivetrain!!!

[78SCRSMAN]

I'm half considering a Momo Prototipo wheel or the "Retro"... any thoughts?

[schnellmann]

Looks really, really nice and uber clean. Great balance between modern and retro.

[Craig_D]

Hey 78SCRMAN, this is a great build and thread. You're a man after my own heart.

I'd love to read your feedback about the sound deadening results. I'm thinking about doing the same thing with my '78 (after losing the stock bumpers and weight, of course).

Great work my man! Looking forward to updates.

Cheers

[Craig_D]

Oh, and I love my ProtoTypo, but I do recommend adding the MOMO 1/2" spacer to bring the wheel a little closer. I love mine.

[78SCRSMAN]

Craig D,
Unfortunately, I won't be able to give feedback on the sound deadening since I have nothing to compare to but when it's all said and done I'll certainly have an opinion.

I ended up selling the "pd" wheel in favor of the "Retro" which I'm very pleased with. I think it goes well with the interior and the flavor of the car. You be the judge...





I also purchased an Porsche logo, embossed horn button to complete the look!

[wachuko]

Just keeps getting better and better!!! Love the progress made!!

[962porsche]

the car is looking great your doing one hell of a good job !

[78SCRSMAN]

Thanks alot everyone! I keep wondering if anyone is still watching since I'm plodding along so slow.

At this point, I'm super close to starting in on the drive train! All I really have left is fueling. I'm awaiting an order of -an fittings and hose to get me started on that.

I also have my heads (early SC, AKA, large port) at the machine shop getting the air injection holes and intake (fuel injector cut-outs) welded up. (going with carbs) I'll be porting them a bit this winter. Polishing the combustion chambers and exhaust ports and cleaning up the intake ports, so not really porting but more of a cleanup of sorts.

[78SCRSMAN]

-an fitting goodness...
Although I'm only done with the front end, I figured I'd post some photos for your viewing pleasure. I'm very pleased with how it turned out. Tunnel lines, for those that missed it, are simply 3/8 brake line tubing with -an hardline adapters at both ends. They are a compression type fitting very similar to what you'd find in residential plumping.

Not a lot of space to work with under there but I got er' done!
Too bad all that purdy stuff is hidden!









Next I'll be doing the engine compartment (which I'm working on already) so stay tuned...

[wachuko]

Originally Posted by 78SCRSMAN

...Not a lot of space to work with under there but I got er' done!
Too bad all that purdy stuff is hidden!
...

But we know... we know is there and done to that level of detail... that makes us feel good and pleases the Porsche gods...