1973 Sepia 911S

[Sepia911S]

Thank you, Ed, for the history lesson. I just thought the man was asking me a trick question.

[mfitton]

Hi Candyce, I didn't know how to add an attachment to a PM so I am posting the badge restoration info here for you. I think I am going to send my spare out to them for restoring:See their response to me below. Also the attachment.

Dear Mr Fitton,
To confirm our phone conversation
The cost of restoring this type of Porsche badge (not including the gilt plating) is 138 pounds +
Insured postage.
Payment and delivery would be at the end of October.
We always confirm receipt of your badge when it arrives.
The attachment has details for posting the badge from outside the U.K.
Please do not hesitate to contact me for any more information.
Best Regards
Derron Taylor

[Sepia911S]

Thank you, Mike, for the information. Like you, I plan to keep the extra badge as a spare and have it restored.

[Sepia911S]

In the fall of 2010, four Michelin XWX tires were installed on the car. The tires are still under warranty. This year I planned to replace the spare tire. Two weeks ago, the fuel lines were replaced. At that time, the mechanic said the right rear tire was compromised and needed to be replaced. Today, I had the tire inspected at a tire shop. The manager inspected the tire for road hazard damage and looked at the valve stem and found nothing wrong. But, he could not identify the problem. He agreed the tire needs to be replaced. Removing the tire from the wheel and inspecting it would provide more information. It could be a manufacturing defect.

Today, I ordered two new tires from Coker. My plan is to replace the right rear tire, and the spare; and inspect the compromised tire. Hopefully, I can recoup some of the cost of the tire. To get compensation for the tire, I would need to send it to Coker.

My knowledge of tires is limited. Once the tire is removed from the wheel, what do I need to be aware of? What kinds of questions do I need to ask? Has anyone had a problem with Michelin XWX tires? What is the best way to handle this?

[edmayo]

Candyce, did you call Coker to explain that a tire shop felt there was a problem with the tire? If you did, was Coker's response to send the tire back for examination? If all that is the case might the tire shop write a review in their words as to what they saw? I would be trying to get as much WRITTEN expert opinion as possible rather than trying to put their explanation into your words to pass on to Coker.

[sithot]

@$502 a shot I'd want some answers.

Tom

[Sepia911S]

When I was at the tire shop, I dealt with the owner/manager and asked for a written report. In addition, I asked that no air tools be used on the wheels.

I contacted customer service at Coker and explained what I knew. Joe at customer service explained the process. To get any compensation, I will have to send the damaged tired to Coker. I do want to check the manufacturing dates on all four tires. The tire had about 3,500/4,000 miles on it. I just want to be able to make my case and get some money back.

Meanwhile, I do need a tire and the spare. Michelin XWX tires at Coker are now $502 each.

[edmayo]

Sounds like you've done all you can do at this point. Let's see what they say when they get the tire. Good call on the air impact wrenches, bet they don't hear that very often

[Sepia911S]

The original door and trunk seals are badly worn and need to be replaced on the car. Late last night, I spent some time reading all the posts on seals on the registry. I learned a few things, and got a feeling for what needed to be done. I had four recommendations for shops. This morning, I visited all the shops and discussed the work ... meticulous installation, removing the old seals in tact, labeling everything, before/after pictures, etc.

All the shops, supposedly, have worked on vintage cars/Porsches. At the first shop, the man did not know how to remove the old seals. Crossed him off the list. At the second shop, the man knew exactly what needed to be done and how to do it. He was older and very experienced, being in business for 30+ years. But, I noticed he did not have a single car at his shop. At the next shop, the man was intimidated by the car and my expectations. Very honestly, he told me that he did not want to do it. I thanked him for his honesty. At the last shop, a young man knew exactly what needed to be done and how to do it. The lot for his shop was packed with cars in all stages of restoration. I am now awaiting estimates from the two shops.

On the door seals, notice the difference between the two sides of the car.

Door Seals: Driver's Side





Right Side

[Sepia911S]

The trunk seals are also badly worn and need to be replaced.