Dougle_turbo Posted February 16, 2019 Share Posted February 16, 2019 Well this was a pain in the ass. I had to remove a LOT of interior trim to get the storage bins out and then make the relevant cuts. Trying to reinstall everything with the bar in place wasn't any fun either. On the up side, very happy with the result. And as a small bonus I was able to find the source of a small vibration/buzz I could here over my left shoulder. If any one else has the same drop me a message and I'll elaborate. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porsched eggs Posted February 16, 2019 Share Posted February 16, 2019 Yours is quickly becoming my favourite 987! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bushman Posted February 16, 2019 Share Posted February 16, 2019 nice neat workmanship, great job Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bushman Posted February 16, 2019 Share Posted February 16, 2019 can you still lift the engine covers ok? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Founder Beanoir™ Posted February 16, 2019 Founder Share Posted February 16, 2019 Very smart install! Great work 👍🏻 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Dougle_turbo Posted February 16, 2019 Author Popular Post Share Posted February 16, 2019 Thanks guys! The engine cover should still be fine to remove, the carpet and sound deadening sitting on top come out pretty easily. If not, it’s not too difficult to back the bolts off the bar....now that’s it’s in. If if anyone is thinking about installing one drop me a line, I’m more than happy to talk them through how I tackled it. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Dougle_turbo Posted February 16, 2019 Author Popular Post Share Posted February 16, 2019 P.s in case anyone was wondering how much trim..... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daz Posted February 17, 2019 Share Posted February 17, 2019 Nice job. Looks so good it fits in like a standard part. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxheadroom Posted February 17, 2019 Share Posted February 17, 2019 21 hours ago, Dougle_turbo said: P.s in case anyone was wondering how much trim..... Hi @Dougle_turbo how easy was it to remove the silver coloured trim that sits just behind the engine cover, guess its fixed by the usual clips etc, any tips on best place to start unclipping, mine has a few scratches so thinking of having it re painted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dougle_turbo Posted February 18, 2019 Author Share Posted February 18, 2019 12 hours ago, Maxheadroom said: Hi @Dougle_turbo how easy was it to remove the silver coloured trim that sits just behind the engine cover, guess its fixed by the usual clips etc, any tips on best place to start unclipping, mine has a few scratches so thinking of having it re painted. That actually comes off pretty easily, however I wouldn't attempt doing it with anything other than a set in car trim removal trims. The trims in our cars are expanding metal jobbies and can be difficult to get apart with out prying quite hard directly in the area of the clip. The good news is that is probably the easiest one to get off! First you need to open the oil filler flap and undo the torx screws. Then working from the sides pry the clips out of speaker/rear strut trim. Once a couple have come undone I then look underneath to locate the next clip. When using the plastic pry tools make sure you also use a cloth on the visible part of the trim so you don't scratch the rubberised finish on the plastics. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dougle_turbo Posted February 18, 2019 Author Share Posted February 18, 2019 P.s I think the engine cover carpet also need to come off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea Posted February 18, 2019 Share Posted February 18, 2019 I don't want to be that guy, BUT: harness without rollcage is never a good idea. I have a Heigo half cage and it's reasonably cheap and looks absolutely stunning. I would recommend it tho. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PMGPete Posted February 18, 2019 Share Posted February 18, 2019 @Andrea Frasky I have been looking at Heigo cages but can't find anyone that has fitted them with standard sports seats. To me it looks like it would really protrude on the seat going back fully? Have you any pics of yours fitted? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxheadroom Posted February 18, 2019 Share Posted February 18, 2019 13 hours ago, Dougle_turbo said: That actually comes off pretty easily, however I wouldn't attempt doing it with anything other than a set in car trim removal trims. The trims in our cars are expanding metal jobbies and can be difficult to get apart with out prying quite hard directly in the area of the clip. The good news is that is probably the easiest one to get off! First you need to open the oil filler flap and undo the torx screws. Then working from the sides pry the clips out of speaker/rear strut trim. Once a couple have come undone I then look underneath to locate the next clip. When using the plastic pry tools make sure you also use a cloth on the visible part of the trim so you don't scratch the rubberised finish on the plastics. Thanks @Dougle_turbo spent a bit of time recently removing bits of trim so getting used to it now. Your pic above shows the location of clip fixing slots so is a good reference to start with thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Igor Dominguez Posted February 18, 2019 Share Posted February 18, 2019 Can you open the rear side Compartments? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dougle_turbo Posted February 19, 2019 Author Share Posted February 19, 2019 9 hours ago, Igor Dominguez said: Can you open the rear side Compartments? Side compartments still open fine 👍. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea Posted February 19, 2019 Share Posted February 19, 2019 15 hours ago, PMGPete said: @Andrea Frasky I have been looking at Heigo cages but can't find anyone that has fitted them with standard sports seats. To me it looks like it would really protrude on the seat going back fully? Have you any pics of yours fitted? No problem at all with OEM seats. The Heigo is perfect and so easy to install! I'll share some photos soon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dougle_turbo Posted February 19, 2019 Author Share Posted February 19, 2019 1 hour ago, Andrea Frasky said: No problem at all with OEM seats. The Heigo is perfect and so easy to install! I'll share some photos soon I'd be interested in these photos as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea Posted February 19, 2019 Share Posted February 19, 2019 27 minutes ago, Dougle_turbo said: I'd be interested in these photos as well. 16 hours ago, PMGPete said: @Andrea Frasky I have been looking at Heigo cages but can't find anyone that has fitted them with standard sports seats. To me it looks like it would really protrude on the seat going back fully? Have you any pics of yours fitted? This is before the Sparco seats went in and the 6 point harness. I love the Heigo because there is nothing to weld and you can remove it any time no problem! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dougle_turbo Posted February 19, 2019 Author Share Posted February 19, 2019 16 minutes ago, Andrea Frasky said: This is before the Sparco seats went in and the 6 point harness. I love the Heigo because there is nothing to weld and you can remove it any time no problem! Have you got a photo of what it looks like behind the seats? I assume the rear brace doubles as a harness bar? P.s looks awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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