Introducing 1975 911S

[Benzitch]

Hello,

I wanted to introduce myself, and my 1975 911S.

My name is Bruce, and have wanted a 911 since the early 70's, I'm 63.

I have been involved in the Mercedes W126's and C126's for too long, 20 years plus.

I am a novice at best, and hope to enjoy, respect, and learn!

I know I will have MANY questions, I am hoping I can understand and implement the answers.

Here are a few pictures, since without pix's, it didn't happen! LOL
Thanks Bruce

[tdw28210]

Welcome Bruce.

[75 911s]

Welcome Bruce! Very clean looking 75! Looks like someone dropped in a 70s 2.2 with MFI? (Edit Carbs -sorry, was just looking at the air intake) Looks like your stock motor, carbs and an earlier air intake.

Some other notes. Added passenger mirror. Incorrect cig lighter and painted or stickered over rear "PORSCHE" reflector.

Was it repainted guards red at some point? What's the original color?

What's the engine number and type stamped to the right of the fan? Those look like 7" cookies.

Great car and welcome!

[Benzitch]

Thanks Duane
I'm still doing some gathering on info(hind sight) but the engine number is

Engine number: 6451063

Supposed barn find, but 2 owners before me, making me 3rd owner.
There is an old respray, 10 years ago or so in Peru Red. It looks good, no signs of prior damage and or any rust. Lifelong California car.

Thanks
Bruce

Originally Posted by 75 911s

Welcome Bruce! Very clean looking 75! Looks like someone dropped in a 70s 2.2 with MFI?

Some other notes. Added passenger mirror. Incorrect cig lighter and painted or stickered over rear "PORSCHE" reflector.

Was it repainted guards red at some point? What's the original color?

What's the engine number and type stamped to the right of the fan? Those look like 7" cookies.

Great car and welcome!

[Matt Monson]

Those are carbs, not Mfi. 75 is a great year. In CA you don't have to worry about smog rules.

[75 911s]

Oops. Matt is right. Sorry was looking at the air cleaner, isn't that off a 2.2 with MFI? looks like your engine number is a 75 engine US 49 state. Not an original CA delivery. What's the exhaust look like?

[RSBob]

Great looking car and better yet, the fulfillment of a life long dream. Welcome and bring on the questions.

[DaveE]

Nice car . And welcome. Lots of smart friendly guys here to help when you have an issue.

[Jack Stands]

Being a '75 and thus being exempt from the California smog police is a big plus. I had a 75 911 Targa with carbs, RS pistons, E cams, and an SSI exhaust. It was a sweet running car, but the Midwest tin worm finally caught up with it when the values were not as high. It however gave it's parts so other cars could live.

Enjoy it in good health!

[Luccia at Pelican Parts]

Welcome to the Pelican community, Bruce! Looks like a great purchase, how many miles are on her? Any plans - maintenance wise, etc? I do hope that our tech articles will come in handy if you ever need any help with it. I am also here to help you with any parts or forums questions that you may have. Enjoy your time here.

Porsche 911 (1965-1989) Technical Articles - Pelican Parts

[Benzitch]

Thanks TDW

Originally Posted by tdw28210

Welcome Bruce.

[Benzitch]

Thanks All!

No real plans as of yet, other than clean the wheel wells, and as much of the chassis as I can get to.

It is pretty clean, yet doing the chassis and all, I'll get to do a good inspection.

So far, the underside is pretty clean and trama free, exclude the spots from the engine. I'm thinking that the small amount of oil leak is normal/acceptable?
Is it?
The motor was worked. This is not my verbage, but the sellers.

2.Re-ringed by B & L Machine
3.New connecting rods perfectly measured and matched by Einmalig
4.Engine casing polished and cleaned
5.Head studs
6.Carrier chain tensioners
7.OEM brake calibers
8. Front brakes
9.Entire clutch
10. Entire gas pedel assembly purchased and installed 4/29/16 by Mesa Performance, New cotter pinsi

Mesa Performance in Costa Mesa, CA Engine re-ringed B & L Machine in Orange CA------
Polished crank by Marine Crank in Santa Ana, CA
Einmalig-Huntington Beach, CA
Pelican Parts, Culver City, CA
Beverly Hills Porsche, CA----Newport Auto Center,Newport Beach CA

Thanks
Bruce

[Mick_D]

Wrong Color!

[Benzitch]

Expand please. Not Peru Red?

Originally Posted by Mick_D

Wrong Color!

[356911930]

Congratulations! I know you will enjoy the ride! ... Took ling enough!!

Rahl

[Matt Monson]

Originally Posted by Benzitch

Thanks All!

No real plans as of yet, other than clean the wheel wells, and as much of the chassis as I can get to.

It is pretty clean, yet doing the chassis and all, I'll get to do a good inspection.

So far, the underside is pretty clean and trama free, exclude the spots from the engine. I'm thinking that the small amount of oil leak is normal/acceptable?
Is it?
The motor was worked. This is not my verbage, but the sellers.

2.Re-ringed by B & L Machine
3.New connecting rods perfectly measured and matched by Einmalig
4.Engine casing polished and cleaned
5.Head studs
6.Carrier chain tensioners
7.OEM brake calibers
8. Front brakes
9.Entire clutch
10. Entire gas pedel assembly purchased and installed 4/29/16 by Mesa Performance, New cotter pinsi

Mesa Performance in Costa Mesa, CA Engine re-ringed B & L Machine in Orange CA------
Polished crank by Marine Crank in Santa Ana, CA
Einmalig-Huntington Beach, CA
Pelican Parts, Culver City, CA
Beverly Hills Porsche, CA----Newport Auto Center,Newport Beach CA

Thanks
Bruce

Good list of work and shops. Often the red fan is a Motormeister indicator. You don't need to worry about that.

[manbridge 74]

Noooiiicce!!!

[Mick_D]

Originally Posted by Benzitch

Expand please. Not Peru Red?

It's red. Get some Visine
I'm kidding

[Fabspeed Motorsport]

Welcome Bruce! Very clean 911S!

Let us know if we can ever be of assistance.