The Early 911 Sombrero

[prs356]

Thanks to Brett Johnson I learned something new about the early 911’s sombrero. It had a part number and was available from Porsche at one point. Below is a screen shot of the part and illustration in the part’s catalog. In the illustration it is shown as # 70.

I have been trying to replicate the sombrero. I have been relying on photos of original sombreros in their present, well-worn state. Most are in poor condition, which is to be expected given their age. I am wondering what did the sombrero look like when it was new. I imagine it was a hat-shaped cover that was pressed into place. I can't imagine it was a tar-like substance that was brushed/slopped on top of the gas tank. I have attached photos of two of my attempts to replicate the sombrero. I used the same material for both; I wasn't shooting for perfection. The first photo shows a black covering without any texture. The second photo shows the same black covering with added texture. I personally like the covering without texture, but that is because I like things neat and tidy. If I were to go either route with this material I would make the covers much thicker, neater, and consistent. I welcome any thoughts, ideas and comments.

[moito]

plenty of sombrero fotos here

https://www.early911sregistry.org/fo...light=sombrero

[John Straub]

I like the top one too. I remember it was kinda thick tar like.

John

[haul]

just to remember
the sombrero is attached on the gas tank in „built-in“ condition.
It overlaps the front crossmember.

I will have some detailed „cleaned“ material shots later post in the other thread,
which Moito mentions.

br
haul

[John Straub]

Haul, that's what I remember too. It made a complete circle.

John