Rinty

When I see those pics, I'm already feeling like it's 30 below.

Enso

Well you're not far off these days, I starting to believe in global warming, but then I woke up

Kein_Ersatz

Man that U-Haul has seen better days...

What technique are you using to take it down to bear metal?

Thanks for sharing the journey / project, great thread.

Bergo

Looking awesome Glenn, I'm enjoying following along with your build. I hope to see you out in it come spring! If you get bored this winter, stop in for a beer and some Porsche talk

I'd be super tempted as well! I got to cruise around Houston last month in a really nice Arena red C4S (Rudy (Mr993) let me take the car to Tejas Treffen) it was a blast! a 993 is on my short list, my old 911 feels so slow and unrefined now, haha!

Enso

The body shop uses air tools with 80 grit, this takes it down to the metal smooooh
I'll be posting tons of pics as soon as work starts soon

Enso

Hey Bergo. Good to hear from you!
Looks like you had tons of fun in Mr 993
Let me know where the the beer is in January and I'll be there

Cheers

bcameron59

Hi Glenn,

I'd be concerned this would cut into, and compromise, the galvanizing!

The shop that did mine used something called "airplane stripper" to take it to bare metal. Supposedly works well and leaves the galvanizing intact.

Might want to discuss with your shop: you probably don't want holes in your galvanic protection...

Enso

Thanks Brian. I will certainly look into this, the stripping hasn't started yet
Anyone know how the galvanizing is embedded?
So if the car is sanded the galvanizing comes off?

Steve Weiner-Rennsport Systems

The zinc galvanizing is applied at the factory as a hot dip. The entire bare body shell is dipped into molten zinc before proceeding to primer, prep and paint.

If you sand the metal, the zinc coating can be compromised.

Remember,......this anti-corrosion coating is the sacrificial anode in this cathodic method of protection and its only good for about 10 years, depending on climate conditions and the use of road salt.

Enso

Merry Christmas Porsche Lovers!

Enjoy the whole ride!

mr_bock

Enso,

Happy Holidays To You!!!!

I just came across this thread of yours and the work you are doing. You are doing a fine job!!! A number of years or so I went thru much of what you are doing, but tackling the engine takes it to a new level. I sent my engine out to a shop for the full rebuild. Age and experience helps one to know ones limits and when to seek help. I applaud you!!!!!

When all this is finished and looking, running beautifully, your satisfaction is priceless!!!!

Looking forward to seeing your progress...

BlackSnake99

Once you have black, you never go back.



^^^They are talking about Porsches, right?

Enso

Hey Mr Bock, thanks for the applause! I owe all to my Father and the generosity of our Porsche friends who share there knowledge continually.
''Tis the season to be thankful

Having the time makes a deference

Cheers

Enso

Ok I think I'm on my way up!

Finally got all the studs out. this was not easy, but i expected it.
There were about 6 that where seriously locked...a lot of Liquid Wrench and persuasion
the last one that you can see in the pic i had to file 2 flat sides on the top of the stud to create a better grip, then all the peanuts & treats i had in me to twist it lose

Enso

Then all the cleaning...cleaning, cleaning
Everyone knows what this job is like