Rennline Shop Projects

’74 911 Suspension Overhaul

Putting together the proper suspension for your build is critical to ensure your 911 drives the way you want, where you want. When we decided to overhaul this '74 911, we selected Rennline parts that would give this build viability on the track as well as the street. While we plan to take the car out on the track, the majority of its life will be spent driving on roads, so it was important the suspension wasn't so rigid that it was no longer fun to drive. After developing several new parts during the build process, we ended up installing the products featured below for the ideal street/track setup.

Suspension Products

Interior Products

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Credit: Tyler Blauvelt (@tylxr_____)

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Hoonigan 911 Build

Hoonigan 911 Build

Hoonigan constantly reminds us how much fun it can be to work on a build, so when we heard they had picked up a 911 we were excited to help them overhaul the car. Inside and out, this car needed a lot of love - especially when they discovered how many miles had been put on the engine. If you need inspiration for your own project, look no further than this in-depth upgrade. Check out all the Rennline parts below that helped bring this build to life and keep your eyes peeled for the next episode when the car wraps!

Interior Products

Exterior Products

Engine Products

Suspension Products

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Check out the build in progress

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Turbo ’82 Backdate 911 Build

While looking for a Rennline build that would generate some fresh ideas, we came across the ultimate candidate: a backdated '82 911 with an '89 930 motor bumped up to a 3.4L and twin plugged. Not only that, but the car already had a G50 that had been shortened by Patrick Motorsports along with the addition of a set of 993 Turbo brakes. We have been using this car as our design template to develop new Rennline products for years now and the build features a wide selection of our catalog. Check out the videos below as we share our build process and provide information on the many Rennline parts used to improve the performance of this beautiful build.

Episode 1 – Suspension

Episode 2 – Interior & Front Trunk

Episode 3 – Engine & Exterior

Suspension Products

After acquiring the car, we had our friends at Washburn’s Autobody in Williston, VT refresh the paintwork while we prepped our suspension goodies for installation. With both street and track use on the horizon for this car, we opted for the full Rennline HD Suspension line which would be firm enough to be competitive on the track, but not so harsh as to take away from those spirited mountain drives here in Vermont. Once the car returned from paint, we installed everything from the Rennline control arms with HD bushings and decambered ball joints, to the Rennline rear EZ adjust spring plates. Additionally we installed front and rear sway bars from our friends at Tarett Engineering. This full setup gives us enough adjustment to get all the camber we need, along with the ease of dialing in the ride height, corner weights, as well as oversteer and understeer.

Interior Products

Next up was the interior. While the outside of the car had already been backdated, the interior still contained the aged and musty g-body dash, carpet, and seats. On our previous project #project50shadesofgrey we had developed a full dash backdate kit. Step one was to install the first production piece of this new dash backdate kit, to give this dashboard an ultraclean and classic appeal. We opted for the basketweave insert to match a set of Vintage Racing RS style seats that we also installed. Next up with an RS carpet kit along with our perforated floorboards to replace the factory plywood floorboards, which were worse for wear. The factory doorcards were warped with sagging door pockets as per usual, so a new set of RS doorcards were a welcome upgrade that really simplified the interior and gave it that sporty look. After getting the upper door rails and rear parcel shelf reupholstered by Autobahn Interiors, we were all squared away with the interior.

Front Trunk Products

Next on the agenda was the front trunk. For this car, we opted for no carpet in the trunk, so we spent a lot of time cleaning up the paintwork, refinishing the fuel tank, and cleaning up the wiring. With that done and everything re-assembled, we also added our Smuggler's Box cover and replaced the fiberboard blower motor cover with our aluminum unit. The addition of a 3 point strut brace improved front end stiffness. Lastly, we developed the fully mechanical Hood & Decklid Struts to ensure we never again had to deal with our struts giving out.

Engine Products

With the engine already backdated to an '89 930 motor, we didn't have much to update in the rear trunk. However, we developed our rear decklid hinges on this car to eliminate the need for shims and a fully mechanical decklid strut to replace the failing factory strut. To finish the engine compartment, we replaced the valve covers and added stability in the form of Rennline engine mounts, cross bar, and alternator strap.

Wheel & Tire Products

Body Products

We wanted to have this 911 stand out from the crowd and, after much discussion, this car served as the template for the Rennline roof rack development. After a very long period of testing and prototyping, we had a unique look for the exterior. Towards the end of the build, we also workshopped our 911 skid plate on this car, bringing a whole new level of protection to our suspension setup. The final touches were the installation of front and rear tie downs and the replacement of the factory lights with Rennline's LED Headlight Conversion kit for optimum visibility. With the car fully built, it was time to break out the cameras and hit the road!

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Turbo 964 Throtl Build

Turbo 964 Throtl Build

When Throtl told us they were working on a new 964 build, we were thrilled to help them kit out the car with top of the line Rennline parts. From the inside out, this beautiful build showcases some of Rennline's most popular products and serves as inspiration for anyone looking to refurbish their ride. Watch all the care put into the build process on the Throtl YouTube page and check out the Rennline additions below! Videos produced by Throtl (@throtl) and photos taken by Kevin Tran (@kevin_trxn)

Interior Products

The interior was perfected with high-end details from Rennline to complete the track/street blend of this build.

These Rennline shift knobs put a modern touch on that iconic layered shift knob that came in the infamous 917 race cars of the 70's. Like the 917 knobs, these are layered in different colors, but unlike the 917 knob you can choose your material as well as your color for each layer.

Protect your door frames and boost your street cred with these stainless steel sill plates!

Rennline billet aluminum E-brake handles feature quality craftsmanship for superb fit and finish. The perfect compliment to your aluminum handles, pedals or other aluminum accessories. These handles feature a clear or black anodized finish with inlaid black rubber rings.

This beautiful 4 piece billet aluminum lock/knob set will really dress up that interior of your 1974-89 911 or 928. They are machined out of aircraft grade aluminum, anodized to a satin finish, and come with all stainless steel hardware.

Rennline's new gauge bezels are a quick and easy way to freshen up your car's interior. Unlike other similar products that are stamped from very thin material, Rennline's gauge bezels are precision CNC machined from billet aluminum to assure perfect fit and quality. The bezels are satin silver anodized and come with double-sided adhesive for a fast and reversible installation.

Harness mounting brackets - These brackets have been specially designed to allow you to install both, factory seat belts and aftermarket harnesses at the same time. Intended for the use of quick disconnect lap belts on both sides of the seat. This is a perfect set up for your street/track car.

Exterior Products

Rennline Products put the finishing touches on this build from Throtl.

Engineered with an increased side load capacity and adjustable-length rigid mount receiver, this tapered stainless loop design incorporates a new locking function to maintain your preferred loop position.

Not only is this the industries first 3 point strut brace for the 964/993, it also has an integrated adjustment point that will allow you to fine tune, then lock your camber settings in a matter of seconds.

Tired of your wife nagging you about the oil puddles in the driveway? Rennline has the solution with our new billet, fully CNC machined valve covers. These valve covers are a direct bolt on replacement for your flimsy leaking factory covers, and are machined to accept the reusable OEM gaskets.

With the corrosion resistant finish, chamfered edges, and tight gasket fitment, these valve covers are simply the best on the market. Available in Anodized clear or black finishes, or powdercoat red all with or without the fins brushed. Also included are the spark plug wire retainers and retainer hardware for a clean installation.

Rennline’s Sealed camber plates incorporate FK motorsports Teflon-lined spherical bearings and eliminate the indistinct feedback associated with factory rubber mounts.

Rennline’s Sealed camber plates incorporate FK motorsports Teflon-lined spherical bearings and eliminate the indistinct feedback associated with factory rubber mounts.

Are you still using those factory aluminum lug nuts that are prone to cracking, stripping, and seizing up? Save the hassle and switch to these steel nuts which are required for most organized track/race events.

Not only do our Rennline HD spring plates replace factory bushings with RS spec durometer rubber, but they feature a greater range of adjustment, just like the original RS plates. These are the perfect complement to any 964, whether it is a street or track car, giving a significant increase in performance, replacing worn and aging factory parts, and providing increased adjustability all while maintaining a civil ride quality and minimal increase cabin noise.

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GT4 Product

Rennline GT4 Build

We’ve just wrapped up the build on our GT4 shop car and are stoked to release the full video walkthrough and parts list. Several new parts were designed specifically for this vehicle and many more on the way. From suspension to safety, interior to engine – we’ve got you covered for all your GT4 needs!

Engineered with an increased side load capacity and adjustable-length rigid mount receiver, this tapered stainless loop design incorporates a new locking function to maintain your preferred loop position.

These are the strongest, safest, best designed 981/GT4 bolt in roll bars on the market. Cantrell Motorsports designs roll bars with safety as their first concern.

Sub Belt Mounts for OEM 991/991.2 and 981 Porsche Carbon Full Bucket Seats with a perfect fit. These are anodized black and available for Drivers (LH) side and Passenger (RH) side seats.

This belt fits 991 GT3, 981 GT4, and 918 cars with the factory Porsche one-piece carbon seat. It features a specific bracket for the lap belt installation that requires no drilling, and attaches to the factory engineered harness mounting locations.

Rennline's Track Mats give your interior the purposeful look of a racing Porsche and are the perfect solution for protecting your interior from the wear and tear of track use.

Rennline's Track Mats give your interior the purposeful look of a racing Porsche and are the perfect solution for protecting your interior from the wear and tear of track use.

This fully adjustable gas pedal system is an industry first, and finally solves the problem of the weak and unstable throttle assembly found on the late model water cooled cars.

The Rennline Fire Extinguisher Quick Release can mean the difference between a minor incident and a total loss. This mount is equipped with Rennline’s exclusive Detent Release System (DRS) resulting in the smoothest, most precise operation possible.

Fire extinguishers are mandatory in all cars that will see the track and should be mandatory in all street cars. This particular mount is specifically designed for the 918 style seats found in a few of the track focused models.

The best upgrade springs for your GT4 bringing you to 448 front and 560 rear. A perfect combination for hot street and track use, these spring rates will reduce body roll and improve suspension response.

Rennline adjustable control arm links are manufactured from 6061 aluminum and feature a turnbuckle design that allows each arm to be lengthened or shortened as needed.

Upgrade the factory tie rods with an adjustable bump steer kit. Manufactured from 6061 aluminum these feature a turnbuckle design that allow each arm to be lengthened or shortened as needed.

The front Brembo 380x34mm / 72 vane racing discs used for the GT4 application are available in multiple configurations to help the user setup the brakes to suit their specific needs.

The rear Brembo racing discs used for the GT4 application are available in multiple configurations to help the user setup the brakes to suit their specific needs.

If you are looking for maximum performance and adjustability you are going to want to be in complete control of your camber settings. Designed to work with non-OEM suspension options such as JRZ, Moton and GT3/Cup struts.

CSF is a leader in automotive cooling technology, with over a half-century of experience. Using that knowledge, they have developed this high-performance radiator that far surpasses the abilities of the stock unit.

CSF is a leader in automotive cooling technology, with over a half-century of experience. Using that knowledge, they have developed this high-performance radiator that far surpasses the abilities of the stock unit.

CSF is a leader in automotive cooling technology, with over a half-century of experience. Using that knowledge, they have developed this high-performance radiator that far surpasses the abilities of the stock unit.

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