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Forum: Porsche & BMW Parts For Sale/Wanted 08-31-2009, 11:02 PM
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Views: 1,389
Posted By Dan M2
B&B Muffler

Stainless steel B&B muffler in great condition. Complete with muffler straps and mounting bracket.

I pulled this off my 1970 911 with SSI's. Not sure what years it will work on.
Dorki price $525...
Forum: Porsche Technical Discussions 04-30-2009, 03:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,389
Posted By Dan M2
The price range is broad without more details. I...

The price range is broad without more details. I would say anywhere from $10k-$20k. Probably somewhere between $12-15k is my guess based on the limited description.
Forum: Porsche Technical Discussions 04-26-2009, 07:47 PM
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Views: 2,019
Posted By Dan M2
'68 update

I haven't posted an update on my '68 project in a while so here goes.

Pics here
http://www.flickr.com/photos/1968pcar/

The cams are back from Elgin. Ground to an E spec. Crank and heads are...
Forum: Porsche Technical Discussions 04-26-2009, 06:55 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,058
Posted By Dan M2
Gotta love Harbor Freight

there's an HF store near my home so I go in almost every weekend. I picked up a air die grinder that was on clearance for $9 and it ended up less than $8 at check out. Came with some grinding...
Forum: Porsche Technical Discussions 04-06-2009, 09:43 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,264
Posted By Dan M2
transmission mount bushings for '68 911

the tranny mount bushings are original and should be replaced while I'm tearing the engine down. Pelican website states that the bushings cannot be replaced and instead one must replace the entire...
Forum: Porsche Technical Discussions 03-22-2009, 09:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,453
Posted By Dan M2
Weekend update on my '68

Engine out, dismantled, in the process of cleaning all the bits. Will be sending out the heads, cams, case.

Pulled the rear suspension and will have to replace wheel bearings on one side. I...
Forum: Porsche Technical Discussions 03-14-2009, 08:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,106
Posted By Dan M2
Pics from tear down - gouged rocker shafts

Here are some more pics from my '68 engine teardown. Dr K. you wanted to see pics of the gouged rocker shafts. Turns out about half were trashed.

Anyone have thoughts on the cylinder work? ...
Forum: Porsche Technical Discussions 03-14-2009, 08:25 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,693
Posted By Dan M2
If you use XP, you can download their re-size...

If you use XP, you can download their re-size tool from their website. Do a google search on Microsoft XP file re-sizer.

Here are your pics resized

Lift looks great
Forum: Porsche Technical Discussions 03-10-2009, 08:54 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,693
Posted By Dan M2
I use the body seams at each corner of the car. ...

I use the body seams at each corner of the car. I had to experiment with the setup quite a bit to get it right. I found that the car will need to set back more due to the rear tires hitting the...
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 03-10-2009, 12:02 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 10,710
Posted By Dan M2
Mike you are correct the chains are very...

Mike you are correct the chains are very stretched. Seems odd given how good the cylinders look. Perhaps they re-used the chains when rebuilt.
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 03-09-2009, 09:47 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 10,710
Posted By Dan M2
I'll get some pics this weekend. The scarring is...

I'll get some pics this weekend. The scarring is very obvious and makes it tougher to get the shafts out. They are not too expensive so worthwhile to replace now.
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 03-09-2009, 09:29 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 10,710
Posted By Dan M2
New seals and bearings and few new rockers and...

New seals and bearings and few new rockers and shafts (three had scarring on the shafts). I am also considering different heads to get larger valves. Any thoughts?

The webers were supposedly...
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 03-08-2009, 11:41 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 10,710
Posted By Dan M2
I should add that it wasn't running perfectly and...

I should add that it wasn't running perfectly and we had no idea what the condition of the engine really was. So since this was purchased as a project, we decided to go ahead and do a tear down so I...
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 03-08-2009, 11:08 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 10,710
Posted By Dan M2
UPDATED - Complete tear down

UPDATED

Well after cleaning up the engine and tightening all loose head studs, I ran it and found only one oil leak at the rear main seal. Unfortunately it was a very big leak. So after talking...
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 03-03-2009, 11:35 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,649
Posted By Dan M2
Snow?

Snow? What's that? :)
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 02-25-2009, 05:37 PM
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Views: 5,214
Posted By Dan M2
And silly me ditched the sports car in favor of...

And silly me ditched the sports car in favor of the full size dodge van for my prom.....funny my parents never questioned my decision :)

No idea if the prom event was fun or not :D
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 02-25-2009, 08:39 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 10,710
Posted By Dan M2
I re-sized the pics. Found a piece of software...

I re-sized the pics. Found a piece of software that did it quickly but then tagged my pics with their logo :(

What are your thoughts about the 200psi on the compression? Is this higher than...
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 02-24-2009, 11:57 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 10,710
Posted By Dan M2
Sorry about the pics. I wanted to re-size but...

Sorry about the pics. I wanted to re-size but ran out of steam :) I'll adjust the camera next time to avoid the re-size exercise.

I just ordered plugs and points today. The wires are new and...
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 02-23-2009, 10:56 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 10,710
Posted By Dan M2
Latest update

Here's the latest from this past weekend. I had help from a local guy who really knows his stuff with the older pcars. I am fortunate he really likes to help out!

Removed all valve covers and...
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 02-17-2009, 10:47 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 10,710
Posted By Dan M2
Thanks for the tip Tim!

Thanks for the tip Tim!
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 02-17-2009, 09:32 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 10,710
Posted By Dan M2
I believe it is the mag case. I think the switch...

I believe it is the mag case. I think the switch to mag was in '68 some time.
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 02-17-2009, 03:26 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 10,710
Posted By Dan M2
Thanks for the tips Paul. Yes the weather here...

Thanks for the tips Paul. Yes the weather here is really nice right now. Spring is great in Houston, it's the summers that will kill ya! I'm working on an AC unit for the garage!
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 02-17-2009, 12:41 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 10,710
Posted By Dan M2
Good question! I would think that if the engine...

Good question! I would think that if the engine was rebuilt before, then maybe they never went back to re-torque after break-in. Otherwise if it's never been rebuilt, it could be loose after so many...
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 02-16-2009, 11:49 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 10,710
Posted By Dan M2
Update on my '68 - new lift too

Well I've had the '68 for a couple weeks now and I also bought a BendPak scissor lift from Pelican :) Here is an update with pics.

I paid extra to have the lift delivered into my garage however...
Forum: Porsche Technical Discussions 02-12-2009, 12:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,750
Posted By Dan M2
I always put a piece of duct tape and permanent...

I always put a piece of duct tape and permanent marker my name as a friendly reminder :) I think it's great that people are willing to loan tools. I know it came in handy when I needed access to a...
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