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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Engine Identification
Author: Skip
Ever wonder which engine you REALLY have in your Porsche? On the 924S/944/968 series cars you can find the engine designator stamped on the block.
MY 83-87 - The engine nu |
Tarett Engineering Rear Sway Bar Installation Instructions
REAR SWAY BAR ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 1) Tarett Engineering rear sway bars are designed to mount directly to the factory mounting brackets on 1965-89 911’s, 912’s & 930’s. Any cars without factory m |
AC Delete
I recently purchased the 944 A/C Delete kit from Jason Burkett at Paragon Products ($129 plus shipping). The kit consists of the aluminum factory alternator mounting bracket for non-A/C 944’s and a 6 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
Oil Cooling, Auxiliary
KISS ENGINEERING OIL COOLER KITS
944/944 TURBO
TEST DATA AND INFORMATION
COOLER &n |
Oil Pressure Relief Valve
944 Oil Pressure Relief Valve Background:
Within the 944 series cars, the oil pressure is regulated by both speed of the engine as the engine drives the oil pump, and by a pressure valve.&n |
Porsche Chronology
Some model history that may help with shopping our site
Model
Year
Engine
Note
356
55-65
911
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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 |
Throttle Position Sensor
Find the Throttle Position Sensor You Need Right Here.
Discussion:
The Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) is used to report various throttle positions to the DME. A very common failure item on t |
