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Re: Type A Outlaw Project

Posted: Sun Apr 07, 2019 10:34 pm
by Perry DePietro
Yes
I welded a quarter inch plate to the tunnel and then welded quarter inch vertical tabs. It is very solid. I also welded plates with internal threaded grade 8 knots into the longitudinal to anchor the outside tabs.

Re: Type A Outlaw Project

Posted: Fri Apr 19, 2019 6:48 pm
by Perry DePietro
Remote Oil Filter in driver side rear wheel well.

Re: Type A Outlaw Project

Posted: Fri Apr 19, 2019 6:50 pm
by Perry DePietro
Starting work on the oil lines. I know everyone who has posted on this has highly recommended that the car be on its side. Unfortunately I am no longer in my shop space, don't have a jig and need to make due with my small residential garage.

Re: Type A Outlaw Project

Posted: Fri Apr 26, 2019 5:03 pm
by Dr Oliver Strobel
It looks awesome!!!

Re: Type A Outlaw Project

Posted: Sun Apr 28, 2019 5:11 pm
by Perry DePietro
Thank you for responding. Not many people have. As you know, while these projects are rewarding, they are also challenging. It's nice to get some validation from other 356 enthusiasts.

Re: Type A Outlaw Project

Posted: Sun Apr 28, 2019 7:10 pm
by Jim Blakewell
That's exactly how i plumbed mine. Put a Earl's cooler behind the grills and closed it off with ducting so I hope I don't need a fan. Motor will be installed soon and we'el find out how well it works in the hot Oklahoma summer! When do you think you'll be running?
Jim Blakewell

Re: Type A Outlaw Project

Posted: Mon Apr 29, 2019 8:28 pm
by Perry DePietro
Unfortunately, I am still working a lot. If I stay focused and keep checking things off the list I should be able to go to paint in about 6 months.

I also have created a lot of extra work for myself with all the mods. For example, I had the whole rear assembled with a wide5 disc brake kit. I assembled it according to the directions with only one paper seal. When I put fluid in the transmission, it leaked on the other side of the aluminum caliper bracket. it was enough that I had to take the whole thing apart again and start from scratch.

I think it will be great when it's done but I certainly have creating a lot of headaches for myself wanting things to be right. My wife just smiles and says..."it's a process dear.... enjoy the process." 🙂

Re: Type A Outlaw Project

Posted: Tue Apr 30, 2019 7:36 am
by Vic Skirmants
You mentioned a paper gasket; the 356 does not use paper, only an O-ring.

Re: Type A Outlaw Project

Posted: Wed May 01, 2019 5:02 pm
by Perry DePietro
I'm using a kit that looks like drums with disc in back....

Re: Type A Outlaw Project

Posted: Mon May 06, 2019 5:38 am
by Graham Kerr
It was a leaking transmission that was one of the main reasons I decided to deep six the 741 trans and replace it with a 915 911 unit, and of course, it snowballed from then. And the paper gaskets were a VW fitment, it's O rings for the 356.

Re: Type A Outlaw Project

Posted: Mon May 13, 2019 9:14 pm
by Perry DePietro
Lines complete from cooler to thermostat....

Re: Type A Outlaw Project

Posted: Thu May 16, 2019 1:17 pm
by Perry DePietro
Have the Bosch lights positioned where I want them. Will work on fab'ing the brackets this weekend.

Re: Type A Outlaw Project

Posted: Sun May 19, 2019 12:00 pm
by Perry DePietro
Using a 741 in a Type A, so needing to elevate the shift tube/build a shifter tower. I'm not sure what I will eventually look like (open sides? holes drilled? etc.) but mocking up the height and basic shape this weekend.

Re: Type A Outlaw Project

Posted: Sun May 19, 2019 7:05 pm
by Martin Benade
I thought there was a much easier way to shift a 741 in there, but not sure what it is.

Re: Type A Outlaw Project

Posted: Wed May 22, 2019 7:36 am
by Vic Skirmants
"Using a 741 in a Type A, so needing to elevate the shift tube/build a shifter tower. I'm not sure what I will eventually look like (open sides? holes drilled? etc.) but mocking up the height and basic shape this weekend."
OK; I get it. You're using a 741 SHIFTER in a 356A. At first I thought you meant using a 741 TRANSMISSION; which has the nose down low. Done that many times in our race cars. Got the idea from my factory race Gmuend car, 2-055.