Front Shock Replacement
Author: Skip
The 911, 914 and some 944’s featured a rebuildable front McPherson Strut. Instead of having to replace the entire strut unit, you will be able to merely replace the strut insert tha |
AC Delete
Author: Skip
I recently purchased the 944 A/C Delete kit from Jason Burkett at Paragon Products (Product Code: PP944.ACDEL.KIT1). The kit consists of the aluminum factory alternator mounting br |
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 |
Alternator Replacement
Author: Skip
The alternator is located in the driver's side engine compartment, under the air-flow meter (AFM), in front of the Turbo unit, and on top of the A/C compressor looking down into |
Brey-Krause Strut Brace Installation - 944
Author: Skip
Installation :
Open hood to gain access to the strut bearing mounting nuts.
There are (4) 13mm. strut bearing mounting nuts per side. Remove the (2) front and (1) inner |
Clock/Bulb Replacement, digital, Late 944 and 968
Author: Skip
To get access to the clock light, do the following:
Remove the two air direction slider knobs on the heater controls face plate (leave on the round knobs).
Very carefully |
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 |
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 |
Dash Replacement
Introduction
Replacing the dash on a late model, 85.5 and newer Porsche 944, is not a difficult task. It is very time consuming and meticulous. Patience is necessary. An ex |
KLA Strut Brace Installation - 924S, 944, 968
944 STRUT BRACE INSTALL
1) Remove 4 nuts holding strut
assembly to the body.
2) Place bracket over studs with
bracket upright toward front of car.
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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 Wheel Bearing Replacement - 924, early 944
Parts needed: Rear Wheel Bearing Kit Stub Axel Nut/Rear Wheel Bearing Nut Moly Grease Procedure:
Lift rear or entire vehicle SAFELY!
Release handbrake
Remove the rear wheels.
Rem |
Rear Wheel Bearing Replacement - late 944, 968
Discussion :
This procedure will describe the removal and subsequent installation of rear wheel bearings on a Porsche 944 with aluminum trailing arms (1985.5 & later) |
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 |
Torsion Bar Replacement
Information for what Torsion Bars to Use Please Click Here . Be warned that torsion bar replacement for a 944 is not a job for the faint of heart. In fact even experienced specialists wil |
Transaxle Replacement
Removal :
You will need to place the car up on jack stands at least 20”. Make sure that it is secure! Remove the rear wheels and the axles. If you have never had the axles |
Window Regulator Replacement
Tools Needed:
Phillips and common screw driver
10 mm combination wrench
10 mm socket and 3/8 inch drive ratchet
¼ inch drive ratchet with ¼ inch socket
Phillips “bit” from multi- |
5 - Introduction to the Racing Line
This month, we analyse the best way to go through a corner. "Best" means in the least time, at the greatest average speed. We ask "what is the shape of the driving line through the corner that gives |
