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Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 11-12-2022, 01:49 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,346
Posted By Allen_70S
While it doesn’t address S Vs. E Aluminum panels,...

While it doesn’t address S Vs. E Aluminum panels, here is an interesting fact. I searched EBay and only one 70 911 S Aluminum engine lid was shown. It was the lid only, no grille, no P-O-R-S-C-H-E...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 11-08-2022, 11:36 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,346
Posted By Allen_70S
The sources I have show that for the 70 E and S...

The sources I have show that for the 70 E and S both the engine lid and the rear center license panel left the factory Aluminum. Both were steel on the T.
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 08-05-2022, 05:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,471
Posted By Allen_70S
The 70S came with a front oil cooler. In normal...

The 70S came with a front oil cooler. In normal driving around Point Loma a hand check of the cooler temperature has never been warm. That's my experience.

Al
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 10-28-2021, 12:37 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,362
Posted By Allen_70S
Smiles11: For some reason Pelican didn't let...

Smiles11:

For some reason Pelican didn't let me reply to your latest questions for 2 days. Using an adhesive is not part of the installation instructions – just a fix I came up with. While it has...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 10-25-2021, 04:36 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,362
Posted By Allen_70S
While not a pro, I successfully installed a new...

While not a pro, I successfully installed a new shift knob on my 70 911 using the following technique. I used the "crush sleeve", but it wasn't tight enough to secure the shift knob. I added some...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 09-06-2021, 05:36 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 853
Posted By Allen_70S
Let’s say a friend of mine “George” shared his...

Let’s say a friend of mine “George” shared his experience with me:

A somewhat beat up original CA gold on black plate was sent to a license plate restoration business. This is officially illegal...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 01-12-2021, 01:14 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,388
Posted By Allen_70S
I've used ULINE Tuff Wipes (textured, 9.5" x 12",...

I've used ULINE Tuff Wipes (textured, 9.5" x 12", S13780) for many years. I order a case (75 per canister) at a time - It also works with dried house paint on your hands, etc.. Sometimes a paper...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 01-16-2020, 06:40 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 753
Posted By Allen_70S
Autobonrun: Take your time. There are many...

Autobonrun:

Take your time. There are many cars out there. I personally have 8 buyer's guides in my library that cover early 911s. . I think most are still in print. Go on the internet and...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 08-30-2019, 05:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 982
Posted By Allen_70S
My vote, based on personal experience is for...

My vote, based on personal experience is for powder coating.
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 07-17-2019, 08:46 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,527
Posted By Allen_70S
B. Johnson’s book lists the following items for...

B. Johnson’s book lists the following items for ’69 and ’70 tool kit (71 has to be the same). It matches my tool kit which was in the car when purchased in 1978. (Few years to be corrupted. The...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 03-13-2019, 02:55 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 4,174
Posted By Allen_70S
This follows up on the comment by wrxnofx. I'm...

This follows up on the comment by wrxnofx. I'm paraphrasing a quote from Ferry Porsche that I read somewhere. He was at a Porsche Concourse and someone said to him "You must be so proud seeing all...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 01-10-2019, 02:50 AM
Replies: 213
Views: 20,280
Posted By Allen_70S
As a retired Aerospace Engineer - there was a...

As a retired Aerospace Engineer - there was a weight reduction program on the F/A-18. I forget the $/Lb saved that management was willing to spend if an employee’s suggestion was accepted, but it...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 03-11-2018, 06:01 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,918
Posted By Allen_70S
Guys: Its been 4 years since I visited this...

Guys:

Its been 4 years since I visited this post. Here are some facts/opinions:

1) Only the S had the standard equipment auxiliary oil cooler in the front area of the right front fender. It...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 08-08-2017, 07:10 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,941
Posted By Allen_70S
Hailey: I'm lucky enough to have paperwork...

Hailey:

I'm lucky enough to have paperwork from the day the original owner of my '70S picked up the car at the factory. I'm betting most forum members have never seen this document for a...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 05-06-2017, 04:04 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,277
Posted By Allen_70S
Check the Coker Tires web site. They have 15 &...

Check the Coker Tires web site. They have 15 & 16 inch Michelin, but they are not cheap.

Al
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 03-20-2017, 06:11 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,592
Posted By Allen_70S
Daepp: Last year I replaced my old batteries...

Daepp:

Last year I replaced my old batteries (with the six screw cap fillers) with the new Interstate batteries that appear to be sealed. Both batteries have the same part number. No screw caps...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 03-03-2017, 09:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 730
Posted By Allen_70S
Madrat: I’m kind of a 70/71 originality...

Madrat:

I’m kind of a 70/71 originality junkie (not Concourse) so here is a follow up.

With apologies to DR Johnson, the content list for the 69 & 70 tool kit is identical to that listed for...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 03-01-2017, 05:10 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 730
Posted By Allen_70S
Madrat: For what its worth. DR B Johnson's...

Madrat:

For what its worth. DR B Johnson's book shows the 69 - 73 tool kit to be identical. My '70 still has the original tool kit (less the plastic bag with 5 fuses), and the "19 mm Wheel Nut...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 02-06-2017, 04:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 515
Posted By Allen_70S
According to the Porsche Red Book: 1966-67:...

According to the Porsche Red Book:

1966-67: R7030 is Cloudy Gray
1968: No 7xxx colors
1969: R7030 Fortuna Gray

The conventional wisdom is that for the right money Porsche would fulfill...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 01-20-2017, 05:55 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 473
Posted By Allen_70S
Hella 118 Thru-The-Grille Light/Grille

Guys:

For what it is worth. I Googled Hella 118 thru-the-grille driving lights and was surprised to see a picture of my car within the Pelican Parts entry (screen print of the page). ...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 12-07-2016, 05:26 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,509
Posted By Allen_70S
My answer to this question is: '70 S purchased...

My answer to this question is: '70 S purchased for $6,200. Its a numbers matching car, with paperwork back to the day the OE picked up the car at the factory. When I purchased it, it was in...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 11-11-2016, 05:42 AM
Replies: 337
Views: 72,426
Posted By Allen_70S
Another Albert Blue (Code 325) car, next to the...

Another Albert Blue (Code 325) car, next to the ’61 T-Bird. Per the Porsche Red Book it was a standard available color from 70 thru 72. For ’73 it is not shown as a “Standard”, or “Special Order”...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 10-28-2016, 04:31 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,182
Posted By Allen_70S
Rkulina: This doesn't address your question...

Rkulina:

This doesn't address your question directly, as the data is for the 1970S models. Its from the Early 911S Registry data base. Individual owners provide their engine # and VIN. Note...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 07-04-2016, 07:34 AM
Replies: 580
Views: 94,243
Posted By Allen_70S
For the younger guys, a Chevy LUV is a Light...

For the younger guys, a Chevy LUV is a Light Utility Vehicle (aka a small pickup truck).

This is a great thread. If the Darwin theory were 100% efficient many of us would not be here to tell the...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 03-01-2016, 06:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 773
Posted By Allen_70S
I waited a day to see if someone else would...

I waited a day to see if someone else would provide this information. None did.
B. Johnson’s book lists the following items for ’69 and ’70 tool kit. It matches my tool kit which was in the car...
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