KB’s 1971 Porsche 911 Rebuild, Inside PMB Caliper Restoration, 70 Years of EMPI

From the Classroom to the Backroads: KB’s 1971 Porsche 911

Eric Shea’s longtime friend and former teacher, Ken Bos, trusted PMB Coachwerks with the restoration of his 1971 Porsche 911. What began as a long-hood project became a sports-purpose build with a 3.0-liter engine, refreshed 915 gearbox, major chassis repair, and restored details throughout. Follow the story of this deeply personal 911 coming back to life.

Follow the 911 Rebuild

Inside the PMB Performance Paint Booth

Brake caliper restoration involves far more than fresh paint. PMB Performance takes you inside the process, from preserving factory anodizing to OEM-style finishing. Learn why proper restoration matters for corrosion resistance, fitment, and Porsche brake performance on restored and high-performance air-cooled brake systems.

Inside the Paint Booth

Celebrating 70 Years of EMPI

From Riverside in 1956 to Anaheim today, EMPI has shaped the air-cooled VW and Porsche world for seven decades. This FastBrake feature explores the people, racing history, engineering, partnerships, and PMB Performance’s connection to its air-cooled future.

Explore 70 Years of EMPI