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  1. 11-03-2009, 07:39 PM #1
    JPlonghood
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    What model Porsche race car would this Scheel have been mounted in?

    I acquired this a couple of years ago through local channels and have had it hidden away. I believe that due to the type seat bracket affixed it would be out of a 911 based car, no? And if so, what type could it have been?

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  2. 11-03-2009, 07:47 PM #2
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    59 Hurley? Hurley Haywood? Naaah, it couldn't be ... could it?
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  3. 11-04-2009, 03:08 AM #3
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    Mark,

    This seat, along with some other parts, was given to a buddy of mine by Buddy Kennedy who has been the Parts Manager at Brumos for over 40 years.
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  4. 11-04-2009, 04:49 AM #4
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    That's just too cool. Wonder if there are any period photos of 59's interior showing the Scheel?
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  5. 11-04-2009, 04:59 AM #5
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    Uhh, could it be the yellow RSR that Kevin Jeannette restored?

    He made a new seat, a little different than the one you show. But definitely a Hurley Haywood car #59.

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  6. 11-04-2009, 09:16 AM #6
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    Please try to ignore the writing on the bottom of the seat, if possible. I was wanting to have some idea what race 911's this specific seat model would be found in. When I first got it I thought it was for a 914-6 GT, but the adjustment lever is wrong for that application, looking more like a 911 fitment. Were these known to be installed in ST's, RSR's, ect.? Do any detailed old photos exist?

    This may be backasswards, but I would like to find out what I can and then drive up to Jacksonville and see if Mr. Kennedy or Mr.Haywood would have any additional answers or insight.
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  7. 11-04-2009, 11:46 AM #7
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    I have seen them, or something very similar, in STs, TRs, and Rs.
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  8. 11-05-2009, 08:33 AM #8
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    I got a phone call from Hurley Haywood this morning and he asked to see photos of the seat. I sent him a link to this post and here is his email response...

    "Hello John
    That looks like a seat from an early 911, maybe my 1972. The RS and RSR seats were more race like. my guess is my 1972 911 championship winning car.
    HHH"


    I don't think I'll ever get to write "I got a phone call from Hurley Haywood this morning" again in my lifetime.
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  9. 11-05-2009, 10:02 AM #9
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    I'll say it again -- That's just too cool!
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