Engineer's modified 911

[Duckworth]

Curious what the fellas who appreciate craftmanship here - think of this guys' work - which seems very impressive. Forget the appearance for the moment.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/PORSCHE-911-3-4-ltr-RS-twin-plug-Slantnose-MFI-custom_W0QQitemZ130028795252QQihZ003QQcategoryZ101 56QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[deanprichard]

none of your three links work

[JeremyD]

This it? http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/PORSCHE-911-3-4-ltr-RS-twin-plug-Slantnose-MFI-%20custom_W0QQitemZ130028795252

[JeremyD]

Hopefully comes with a pair of sunglasses


BTW - there is a for sale section

[Shuie]

thats terrible. Who's responsible for that abortion?

[deanprichard]

thats the third thread i know of about that car on this site

[jorian]

Doesn't get any better on the third time around...

[Jeff Alton]

Engineer, werd.................

[Rob Channell]

Maybe he was an "Imagineer".......

[Jim Richards]

LOL!

[Duckworth]

.....hmmm. I began the post away from home but had not completed it...and just saw when I came home that it posted anyway.

Thanks Jeremy for correcting the links.

And would some guys give a little of their feedback on this 330 horse - RSR interpretation ?

For example, look at the guys build sheet - the results seem to go beyond what you see by an individual....and he claims to have had writeup for it in a number of publications as well as Panorama.

Does the average hotrod see this level of attention he's put in the drivetrain ? Educate me.

Check it out a bit more... paint is secondary to the mechanics)

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'82 targa - sold
'80 928

[Duckworth]

From the build description - the car is no joke :

Engine- Late alum case, all new service parts, 3.4 ltr RSR Mahle Nikasil pistons/cyls, 930 crankshaft, Race balanced polished rods, ARP rod bolts, modified "S" cams with matched race springs and low mass retainers(7500 rpm), Carrera heads- precision modified for twin plugs, Billet injector adaptors/port extenders w/new Bosch bench tested-matched injectors, Carrera chain tensioners, Carrera oil pump, Special head studs and hardware, RSR flywheel, Sachs super-light all alloy race clutch with high temp disc facing and competion hub/springs, Bosch MFI modified by Pacific Fuel Injection, featuring in- house rebuilt and precision modified magnesium throttle bodies/stacks featuring 44mm butterflies, 42mm intake ports, K&N air filters with custom fabricated housings and billet machined cold start nozzle adaptors on 46mm stainless air horns, Elect fuel pump safety impact cut-off, SSI equal length header/heater boxes, custom Alex Borla 4 pipe muffler, Twin plug ignition featuring a Bosch distributor- machined and billet adapted for the Bosch Racing cap and Bosch Racing rotor, MSD 7- AL race ignition w/programmable rpm cutoff- firing twin Bosch transformers -8mm Taylor spiral-core ign wires with Carrera cable separators, special NGK palladium spark plugs, new hi-output alternator w/integral regulator, Fred Garretson custom fabricated- front spoiler mounted auxillary oil cooler, new factory engine mounted oil cooler, all new oil lines/hoses, Carrera oil tank, factory Club Sport engine and transmission mounts, custom Cad plated hardware, Mobil 1 oil.

Gearbox- Late 915 alum housing with reinforced mainshaft, custom close ratio gearsets, all new bearings, new synchros, all new late shift sleeves, Complete Porsche RSR(not merely RS) spray system with integral oil pump and external oil cooling circuit with stainless braided race hoses and left rear fender duct mounted Mocal cooler, Quaife differential, New- heavy duty ring/pinion, electronic speedometer drive, OEM factory short shift kit, New 930 halfshafts and CV joints, Swepco synthetic.

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'82 Targa - sold
'80 928

[JeremyD]

Starting bid at $99K ?

[Duckworth]

He actually 'discourages' anyone from offering money of any kind .....before they've had a chance to get to know the car. So, the $99K is just a fictitious number.

Jeremy, your signature shows you've got a 3.4 size motor... Any thoughts about his 3.4 ? Location is in the Northeast, somewhere. Anyone seen it before ?

And where are the 'other threads' about this RSR - perhaps you recall 'when' they were listed...

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'82 Targa - sold
'928

[dhw]

that interior looks straight out of a pokemon time machine (read hopped-up civic)...

[Az911]

Here is one thread

Here's a rather...ummmm "unique" 911 ebay auction.

And another

RSR on EBAY

[Az911]

For the amount of money it will take to make that 911 look normal again you could build 3.4L

[Duckworth]

OK....thanks to Az911, I've got a much better grip and insight on the fellow with his RSR 911.

In the one thread, Grady Clay was brought up - comparing him to A. Bittenbinder - and that was interesting since this guy is (perhaps) a mutual brethren to him in terms of the knowledge required in building and maintaining these cars. Bittenbinder is likely a highly eccentric builder/engineer without much racing experience. However.....,

Bittenbinder is conflicted about the environment - and carries 'guilt' about the climate. Meaning, he builds up these unique high perf motors -and then has trouble sleeping at night because of hydrocarbons ....Guys are out on the road burning the gasoline in his motors. This upsets him.

From his VW auction :

"But, if I may- We live in a period of almost record high gasoline prices and trending higher. Modern diesel automobiles are commanding high prices and why not? Demand for clean modern diesels has always been high and will remain especially high, as will the price of oil. ...Commit now to making an investment in a vehicle that makes a difference. A difference in the future of this country and planet as well as a big difference in your future-both in savings and personal enjoyment and pride. Whether you decide to use biofuels or not- you'll be doing your part by driving a modern clean diesel TDI wagon."

But when he has an RSR to promote, the dialog differs 180 *

"... just go forth and terrorize the universe with its awesome street performance. The sounds and overwhelming sensations give undreamed of realism to the classic Porsche ad line-"Like your own personal amusement park". I guarantee that the most mundane drive on a boring stretch of Interstate will become your own mini-LeMans behind the wheel of this 911. I am stunned and humbled by its performance, everytime I drive it. The visceral assault of the senses will challenge your sanity. If you crave intense stimulation in life, this is your Rx."

You see the dualistic or flippant nature ?? A fascinating way to look at the world (complex)..................pschology101.com

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'82 Targa
'80 928