Paul Posted February 18, 2016 Share Posted February 18, 2016 Need feed back: should I make some subtle changes to the look of my targa? Really getting into the two tone look aka Magnus Walker look. Yes or no? Quote ‘12 Targa 4S - Amythist metallic '81 SC Targa - sold but not forgotten Link to comment
mrdunlop944 Posted February 18, 2016 Share Posted February 18, 2016 Hi Paul, Perhaps post a picture of your car...would help with the votes I like your ideas already. Best, Mike Quote 84 944 SOLD 85 944/1 85.5 944 Parts car Sold 86 944 SOLD 86 944 Turbo SOLD 88 944S parts car sold 88 924S Sold 88 944 Turbo S SOLD 89 944 Turbo 90 944S2 coupe Sold 90 944S2 coupe Parts car Sold 90 944S2 Cabrio SOLD Link to comment
Paul Posted February 19, 2016 Author Share Posted February 19, 2016 ok, picture as requested. Quote ‘12 Targa 4S - Amythist metallic '81 SC Targa - sold but not forgotten Link to comment
Paul Posted February 19, 2016 Author Share Posted February 19, 2016 side view. Targa, the original 911 design! Quote ‘12 Targa 4S - Amythist metallic '81 SC Targa - sold but not forgotten Link to comment
mrdunlop944 Posted February 19, 2016 Share Posted February 19, 2016 Great looking Targa Paul. For me personally, Duck tail and 964 bumpers would be a fantastic upgrade. Unique colour so I would leave it at that. I enjoy upgrades and tasteful mods it really makes your car, your car.....best of luck I'm sure your ideas will become reality. Look forward to seeing your transformation. Best, Mike Quote 84 944 SOLD 85 944/1 85.5 944 Parts car Sold 86 944 SOLD 86 944 Turbo SOLD 88 944S parts car sold 88 924S Sold 88 944 Turbo S SOLD 89 944 Turbo 90 944S2 coupe Sold 90 944S2 coupe Parts car Sold 90 944S2 Cabrio SOLD Link to comment
Brodie Posted February 19, 2016 Share Posted February 19, 2016 should I make some subtle changes to the look of my targa? Really getting into the two tone look aka Magnus Walker look. Yes or no? Yes For the two tone look I would use vinyl wrap. Zero risk, if you want to change back, peel it off. Quote Link to comment
Paul Posted February 19, 2016 Author Share Posted February 19, 2016 Brodie, you may recall years ago i had vinyl wrap on the hood (carbon fiber look), the wrap kept bubbling and peeling due to the amount of chips on the hood. Did not look good after awhile. Thinking of buying replacement hood and trunk, that way i can always put the originals back on at a later date. Mike, the duck tail would be my first option, not keen on the 964 bumpers, always liked the look of the big bumpers. Guess its just what I grew up dreaming about. My thinking is paint the hood and tail black to match the targa top, paint the porsche script on the tail in the original color. Paul Quote ‘12 Targa 4S - Amythist metallic '81 SC Targa - sold but not forgotten Link to comment
KMR 968 Turbo Posted February 21, 2016 Share Posted February 21, 2016 (edited) Ever consider the interior? Something like this would be awesome http://www.multivu.com/players/English/7595251-singer-vehicle-design-monterey-week/gallery//image/8abe42f5-5d0d-4928-8145-16163934f47e.HR.jpg?DL=true Edited February 21, 2016 by KMR 968 Turbo Quote Link to comment
KMR 968 Turbo Posted February 21, 2016 Share Posted February 21, 2016 Or maybe something like this but in a more appropriate color for your car Quote Link to comment
Rick Posted February 21, 2016 Share Posted February 21, 2016 (edited) Hi Paul You know my preference when it comes to your car ... a "duck tail spoiler" is the ultimate look for the body lines of a 911 Targa. To my eye, the ducktail creates a visual break to the steep rake of the Targa's rear window and has better scale (less visual mass) on a narrow bodied car than the tea tray spoiler. Would also consider lowering the car to Euro ride height. Also saw a hood stripe on an early eighties series car that was very tasteful. (will try to locate a picture and post it here.) Found one that's' close ... Barnsey Edited February 22, 2016 by Rick Quote Link to comment
Paul Posted February 22, 2016 Author Share Posted February 22, 2016 Rick, I wholeheartedly agree with the duck tail, waiting for the Canadian Peso to be a bit more favorable before I pull the trigger. Car is going in to Riegal tomorrow to have the suspension, steering, and ride height looked at. Looking to get better handling in the corners without disrupting ride quality to much! Really like the go faster stripes! what color do you think would look good on Rosewood Metallic? If any one has decent Photoshop skills, i would be interested in seeing some ideas. Eric, I have some great ideas for the interior. Only problem is it is lower on my priority list at the moment. The extended Shifter shaft however is right near the top! I expect my chiropractor bills to be lower after this mod too! Paul Quote ‘12 Targa 4S - Amythist metallic '81 SC Targa - sold but not forgotten Link to comment
KMR 968 Turbo Posted February 22, 2016 Share Posted February 22, 2016 (edited) Found this picture online. Not a front stripe but has the correct tail and Porsche side script. Edited February 22, 2016 by KMR 968 Turbo Quote Link to comment
Rick Posted February 26, 2016 Share Posted February 26, 2016 (edited) Hi Paul ... Just found another pic that really showcases the balanced body lines of a duck tail spoiler on an air cooled 911 Targa. This car needs to be lowered by an inch - inch and a half to complete the effect of being connected to the ground, otherwise a well sorted ride .. optically. (great wheels too) As far as handling improvements go, you may want to consider Blistein struts & shocks. That in concert with a tower brace really transformed my former Cassis Red 3.2 ... now owned by Stirling. Look forward to seeing how you transform your baby. Barnsey Edited February 26, 2016 by Rick Quote Link to comment
Paul Posted February 27, 2016 Author Share Posted February 27, 2016 Thanks Rick, had ad my car at Reigal the other day. Imre advised to lose the 17" cup wheels as I am getting rubbing on the front tires when the suspension is compressed. Question I have for anyone in the know is do the cup wheels need spacers on the front. If so do I have the wrong size? I have a set of 16" fuchs (6 and 7's) but was hopping to keep for another project. Plan now is to upgrade the torsion bars, turbo tie rods, and sway bars and get the right stance. Paul Quote ‘12 Targa 4S - Amythist metallic '81 SC Targa - sold but not forgotten Link to comment
Rick Posted February 28, 2016 Share Posted February 28, 2016 (edited) Here are some good examples of the ride height I consider ideal for handling optimization and visual appeal. Regret none of these pictures demonstrate color combo options for your car. Barnsey Edited February 29, 2016 by Rick Quote Link to comment
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