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Forum: Porsche 912 Technical Forum 07-26-2024, 12:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 289
Posted By Donald T
912 backfiring/compression loss

Hod my 912 motor rebuilt in 2015 and have had no problems until recently. It spends most of its time in storage with only summer/fall usage. Took it out a couple of weeks ago and got backfiring when...
Forum: Porsche Marketplace Discussion 07-02-2018, 07:55 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,465
Posted By Donald T
Another perspective

I bought my '68 912 in 2009 for reasonable money (around $7k). Body was solid but engine # didn't match. The car is a driver and I've spent around $15K fixing things over the years (maybe more, I'm...
Forum: Porsche Marketplace Discussion 07-02-2018, 07:46 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,465
Posted By Donald T
BTW, a 5 gauge dash must have been pretty rare in...

BTW, a 5 gauge dash must have been pretty rare in 1965. I thought almost all were 3 gauge. No?
Forum: Porsche Marketplace Discussion 07-02-2018, 07:35 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,465
Posted By Donald T
Another perspective

I bought my '68 912 in 2009 for reasonable money (around $7k). Body was solid but engine # didn't match. The car is a driver and I've spent around $15K fixing things over the years (maybe more, I'm...
Forum: Porsche 911 Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 06-30-2018, 02:10 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 203
Posted By Donald T
WTB: Door lock assembly (left door)

For '68 912 door
Forum: Porsche 912 Technical Forum 01-30-2018, 02:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,919
Posted By Donald T
Thumbs up Peter, Thanks for the photo. I was able to...

Peter,
Thanks for the photo. I was able to fashion a similar solution using PVC from ACE hardware ($1.50) and some 1" radiator hose from Pep Boys ($10)....
Forum: Porsche 912 Technical Forum 01-23-2018, 07:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,919
Posted By Donald T
Thank you Peter, Nice solution! Do you know...

Thank you Peter,
Nice solution! Do you know which/where/size part (90 degree fitting source) that needs to go into the top of the Weber air filter top? Should be a simple aftermarket part but it...
Forum: Porsche 912 Technical Forum 01-21-2018, 07:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,919
Posted By Donald T
Venting Oil Filler Tank with Webers

What is the best way to vent the oil filler tank when using Webers?
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 07-11-2017, 09:37 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 292
Posted By Donald T
Early front bumper identification

All,
I purchased a decent front bumper many years ago in case I stuffed my '68 912. When I bought it I assumed it was for an early car ('65-'68) but now I am unsure as it may be for a later model...
Forum: Porsche 912 Technical Forum 06-11-2017, 06:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,389
Posted By Donald T
IMHO, this is a high-priced driver that is likely...

IMHO, this is a high-priced driver that is likely worth around the $25K-$30K range. Any time you buy from a dealer/reseller you can be sure you are paying a big premium. If it was like mine ('68),...
Forum: Porsche 912 Technical Forum 10-16-2016, 03:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,123
Posted By Donald T
I just looked at the map and may want to withhold...

I just looked at the map and may want to withhold my remarks about seeing this car. I saw a 912 and I remember seeing an old 356.

Still, the transfer of these old cars, that have original or...
Forum: Porsche 912 Technical Forum 10-16-2016, 02:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,123
Posted By Donald T
Do you have a photo?

I may have seen this car about 10 years ago when I lived on Long Island (near Hempstead). The old cars were not required to have a certificate of title and an old registration was all that was needed...
Forum: Porsche 912 Technical Forum 10-13-2016, 02:53 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,971
Posted By Donald T
Following up as I started this post

I originally thought about installing the Euro-look headlights with the looks that I love. The price was a bit staggering (at least around $350 each) and my imperfect car is not ever going to recoup...
Forum: Porsche 912 Technical Forum 09-23-2016, 03:00 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,971
Posted By Donald T
I ultimately decided to save some $$$ and buy the...

I ultimately decided to save some $$$ and buy the H4 replacement lenses from our host. At least I'll be able to see the road critters at night. Thanks for the input you guys!
Forum: Porsche 912 Technical Forum 09-23-2016, 04:43 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,971
Posted By Donald T
Thanks for these mods to my current set up and I...

Thanks for these mods to my current set up and I may go that route as a cost effective improvement. I should have made it clear that I am also considering the H4 style housing and see a number of...
Forum: Porsche 912 Technical Forum 09-22-2016, 03:03 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,971
Posted By Donald T
'68 headlight conversion

Hi All,

I've got the original headlights on my '68 (standard large rim). With my high beams on no one even blinks at me as the lights are anemic compared with today's high intensity lights. I...
Forum: Porsche 912 Technical Forum 08-28-2016, 06:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 814
Posted By Donald T
Cost / Benefit?

Cost / Benefit?
Forum: Paint, Bodywork & Detailing Forum 08-23-2016, 05:48 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 862
Posted By Donald T
SWB or LWB front bumper ('65-'73)?

I've got a front bumper but I am not exactly sure if it is for SWB or LWB. Is there an easy measurement or other way to know what models it is...
Forum: Porsche 912 Technical Forum 07-28-2016, 09:15 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 806
Posted By Donald T
Did you tighten enough? Really need to crank it...

Did you tighten enough? Really need to crank it down.
Forum: Porsche 912 Technical Forum 07-24-2016, 03:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,490
Posted By Donald T
Question More questions than answers: Original engine numbers

I've been thinking about the whole process of trying to find an engine that matches the chassis number. Is that realistically possible? Under what conditions would someone remove their motor and...
Forum: Porsche 912 Technical Forum 06-13-2016, 03:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,007
Posted By Donald T
Solid shaft vs split

What does the split shaft look like?
Forum: Porsche 912 Technical Forum 06-13-2016, 03:41 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,390
Posted By Donald T
Seats have been sold

sold
Forum: Porsche 912 Technical Forum 05-31-2016, 10:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,390
Posted By Donald T
FS Pair of 912 seats

FYI: Pretty decent condition seats (pair) from my '68 912. Driver's seat needs some stuffing. Passenger seat very good. On ebay:
Porsche 901 911 912 Original Pair Front Seats Early 911 912 | eBay...
Forum: Porsche 911 Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 05-31-2016, 10:04 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 399
Posted By Donald T
Original early 911/912 seats FS

Pretty decent condition seats (pair) from my '68 912. Driver's seat needs some stuffing. Passenger seat very good. On ebay:
Porsche 901 911 912 Original Pair Front Seats Early 911 912 | eBay...
Forum: Porsche 356 Technical Forum 05-19-2016, 09:41 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 686
Posted By Donald T
Version 3.5 of ABCs FS

The binder version 1 sold out in 5 minutes. This is the larger updated version with photos. The ABC's and 912's of Porsche Engines | eBay...
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