Rear Spring Rates vs. Effective Rates
An effective spring rate is the value when taking into consideration the placement, construction, and type of the sprung materials.
Torsion bar diameter is expressed as the effective diameter.&nbs |
Window Express Kit Installation
Window Express Kit Installation Instructions.
Author: Skip
Find the Window Express Right Here.
Introduction
Most modern |
Accusump Installation
Author: Skip
I know of few topics that elicit such dismissive and strongly held opinions as that of how to eliminate the cause of #2 rod bearing failure in 944 engines. Some builders claim that |
Brakes, front - 924S, 944, 944S
Author: Skip
Parts:
Rotors - Sebro Slotted ( OE Zimmerman or , gas-slotted and cross-drilled also available)
Pads - ( 944.351.951.02 E Pagid or Jurid , Mintex and KFP Magnum also av |
Clutch Replacement - Part One
Author: Skip
The following account explains in detail the procedure of changing a clutch in a 944/951. It also contains a list of tools, chemicals, parts and the sources where to find them. The |
Clutch Replacement - Part Two
Author: Skip
TRANSMISSION:
Remove shift boot lever (retaining clip at top )(Be careful of plastic cosmetic items, remove ashtray, two screws, lift center piece slightly & push out lea |
Coolant Flush
Author: Skip
Got Milk? The coolant expansion tank on this series car can provide some warning signs of trouble deep within the engine. The oil cooler has seals that may break down o |
DME Chip Installation
Author: Skip
Location:
924S - located under the steering column - remove the four 8mm nuts holding it in.
85.5-91 944, 968 - located in the passenger-side foot well, behind the carp |
KLA Boxster Top Fix
Author: Skip
Boxster Lift Rod End Replacement Instructions:
Raise the tonneau cover to an upright position. This will be just before the top starts to pull back.
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Motive Power Bleeder
Author: Skip
The Motive Products POWER BLEEDER TM works just like professional pressure bleeders -- at a fraction of the cost. With a POWER BLEEDER TM , one person can easily, safely, and |
Porsche Option Codes
Author: Skip
Code
Description
009
3 speed sportomatic transmission
018
Sport steering wheel with elevated hub
020
Speedometer with 2 scales KP |
Portable air tank tips
Author: Skip
Go ahead and laugh, but if this helps just one person...
Many of us have the small portable air tanks for various tasks, most for quick racing tire pressure changes. Frust |
Sway Bar Calculations
Author: Skip
Provided by KLA Industries to answer the question of how the drop-link length affects the rate of a sway bar.
Here is the angle of the dangle formulas for calculating the ch |
Ask Dr. Koni
Author: Skip
Question: What's the difference between the red Koni and the Sport Yellow Koni?
Answer: The valving is different. Sport Yellow units have stiffer valving than their St |
K&N Air Filter Facts
Author: Skip
Why K&N Makes The World's Best Air Filters
Facts You Should Know About Air Filters
Paper vs K&N
Stock Replacement Filters
Washable and Reusable
Beyo |
Engine Production
Author: Skip
Engine : (USA values - to locate the "code", look for another Tech-Session article regarding Engine Identification )
944 - 8 Valve, Normally Aspirated
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Motor Mount Replacement
Author: Skip
Motor Mount Choices for the 944. Diagnosis:
Motor mounts are designed to absorb vibration from the 944's water-cooled engine. Here are some warning signs that yours may |
Odometer Gear Replacement - late 944
Author: Skip
Instructions :
Remove 9 screws holding front/back together:
Remove 4 screws holding speedometer in housing:
Gently pull off speedometer needle and remove 2 screws holdi |
Rear Ride Height Adjustment
Porsche 924/944/968 rear ride height can be lowered (in most cases) by approximately ¾" using the following procedure. This adjustment was originally designed for factory ride height settings across |
Rod Bearing Replacement
Discussion:
This procedure will detail the steps necessary to replace the Rod Bearings on a 944 Turbo car. With some modifications it may also be applied to normally aspirated 944 |
