Gallery - The Walence '68 912

Bill Walence

Hi Dave,

Well, I bought my friends 1968 912 and brought it home today.  I
included a shot of it as an attachment.  As I start restoring it, I
had a couple questions for you.  First, is there a bulletin board for
912 owners.  I have seen one and thought maybe I was just over looking
it.  I've found the registry but was wondering if there was anywhere
else where owners share advice and tips.  Second, this car sat in a
dry barn for 10 years and is in very good condition.  The only rust is
in the floor boards.  All of the other typical rust areas (strut
mounting, wheel wells, rockers, body panels) are very clean and clear.
The point is also very good, needing some rubbing and waxing.  Engine
has a blown cylinder, but seems fine otherwise.  Will tear it all down
soon.

I am curious about the wiring.  It seems quite stiff and brittle to
me.  I was thinking about rewiring the entire car rather than putting
it all together and chasing problems from one point to the other.  Any
thoughts on that?  Am I trying to kill a fly with a sledgehammer here?

Well, that's it.  I'm out to the barn tomorrow to make room for the
new addition and set up shop.  My son and I are really looking forward
to working on this.  My goal is to have it on the road in good
condition or better in 12 months.

Thanks,
Bill Walence