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by vwretrosteve
Wed May 28, 2014 1:44 pm
Forum: Porsche 356
Topic: 2 hood questions
Replies: 9
Views: 503

Re: 2 hood questions

The b hood has a more pronounced 'hump' from memory - I had a really good one kicking around but it went to PRS when I sold my Yellow car
by vwretrosteve
Sat May 24, 2014 3:57 pm
Forum: Classic Porsche General Chat
Topic: speedometer repair ?
Replies: 15
Views: 548

Re: speedometer repair ?

well it goes to show you may be lucky, and you may not. All great if you are wanting a lottery, not so good when paying for a service.
by vwretrosteve
Sat May 24, 2014 10:01 am
Forum: Classic Porsche General Chat
Topic: speedometer repair ?
Replies: 15
Views: 548

Re: speedometer repair ?

I wont go into all the individual item specifics as they are of no real benefit - suffice to say I wouldn't trust Reap to look after a goldfish after the experience. I was told over 3 months ago that after consultation 'his guy in Holland' could calibrate my speedometer quicker than speedy cables an...
by vwretrosteve
Fri May 23, 2014 2:07 pm
Forum: Classic Porsche General Chat
Topic: speedometer repair ?
Replies: 15
Views: 548

speedometer repair ?

If you want repeated lies, a complete lack of updates and a 3 month wait for NOTHING to be done despite assurances that it would take 10 days then use Reap -

I will refrain from further action pending the safe return of my gauges :evil:
by vwretrosteve
Fri May 23, 2014 10:39 am
Forum: Porsche 356
Topic: Duxford show
Replies: 26
Views: 1440

Re: Duxford show

what a great turnout / my A took so long deciding what shoes to wear I took the samba out for the day instead (and there was the PCGB matter as well)

Bodes well for Hedingham this year if Duxford attendees can make it
by vwretrosteve
Thu May 01, 2014 5:39 pm
Forum: Porsche 356
Topic: Sebring exhaust.
Replies: 8
Views: 653

Re: Sebring exhaust.

+1
no end of bother - even if you match fit it to your motor it will cause trouble.

they look cool - but that is where the plus points end.
by vwretrosteve
Wed Apr 16, 2014 9:05 am
Forum: Porsche Parts Wanted
Topic: Wanted 356 4.5j steel wheel - single or a pair
Replies: 0
Views: 39

Wanted 356 4.5j steel wheel - single or a pair

Looking for a single 4.5j 356 steel wheel ... No idea where it has gone, but it has so replacement required :roll:

I would consider a pair, even repro ones should the need arise ..

Can confirm the et shortly

Many thanks
Steve
by vwretrosteve
Wed Apr 16, 2014 9:01 am
Forum: Porsche 356
Topic: Insurance valuation
Replies: 5
Views: 368

Re: Insurance valuation

Whatever you feel it would cost to replace in as close as a like for like replacement. I would think a chat with the insurers may be worth while if the level is significantly higher than previously agreed. Saying that, if you use a company that has a lot of classic or Porsche experience they may eve...
by vwretrosteve
Tue Apr 01, 2014 10:03 am
Forum: Pre 1974 - Porsche 911 (longhood)
Topic: Tyres, any all round good performing suggestions welcomed.
Replies: 57
Views: 1800

Tyres, any all round good performing suggestions welcomed.

I know this gets covered pretty often, but my needs are a little different due to width restrictions on the rear of my swb 67. Further complicated by the addition of oil lines to a front mounted cooler, and a tweaked 3.0 motor. Looking for the best rear 'footprint' that works within the space restri...
by vwretrosteve
Tue Mar 25, 2014 3:43 pm
Forum: Porsche 914
Topic: Clutch / Gearbox Issue
Replies: 19
Views: 356

Re: Clutch / Gearbox Issue

Have a look at the gear rod and shifter base bushings, and more specifically the contact areas between the shift rod coupling and the mechanism on the box - I had to pretty much re make this area when my early 914 decided that first gear and fifth were not necessary. Try and engage first gear (with ...
by vwretrosteve
Sun Mar 23, 2014 3:30 pm
Forum: For Sale - Porsche Cars
Topic: 1970 Porsche 914 £5400
Replies: 0
Views: 837

1970 Porsche 914 £5400

I have a very solid 914 which I Imported form California last year. I also have a VAT bill so its got to go :( The car is a 1970 , 1700cc retaining the original stock fuel injection set up, it runs well and is nice to drive for a 914. I was not intending to move it on, so I had the gearbox freshened...
by vwretrosteve
Fri Mar 07, 2014 6:26 am
Forum: Porsche 356
Topic: 356/ pre 66 Porsche @ Goodwood 03/08/14
Replies: 72
Views: 2931

Re: 356/ pre 66 Porsche @ Goodwood 03/08/14

Starting to look very promising !
by vwretrosteve
Sat Feb 22, 2014 10:48 pm
Forum: Porsche Parts Wanted
Topic: Early 911/12 engine lid rain tray .....
Replies: 0
Views: 90

Early 911/12 engine lid rain tray .....

Only noticed today I don't have one :)

May be better to phone email or text as I will forget that I have asked, and miss any response.

Thanks
Steve
by vwretrosteve
Tue Feb 18, 2014 6:40 pm
Forum: Porsche 356
Topic: Dont shoot me!
Replies: 2
Views: 322

Re: Dont shoot me!

will fit anything with the right adaptors
by vwretrosteve
Tue Feb 11, 2014 10:48 pm
Forum: Porsche 356
Topic: 356/ pre 66 Porsche @ Goodwood 03/08/14
Replies: 72
Views: 2931

356/ pre 66 Porsche @ Goodwood 03/08/14

Just got the go ahead for some reserved parking at the August Goodwood breakfast meet. "03 AUGUST – THOROUGHBRED SUNDAY Turning the clock back to the golden era of the Goodwood Motor Circuit, this is the big day for pre-1966 cars and bikes. Motoring nostalgia doesn’t get better than this "...