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 |
PAGID race pad mounting and bedding in
Author: Pagid
PAGID race pad mounting and bedding in
MOUNTING NEW PADS ON USED DISCS (rotors)
We do not recommend using discs, which are pre |
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
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 |
A-arm bushing modification (65-68 911/912)
Author: Skip Discussion: During various parts of my '66 912 restoration/rebuild/upgrade project, I've come up against the curse of old car restorers-parts! Yes, I know, Porsches are actually on |
Gate Shift Installation
Author: Skip
The following is a brief overview of the installation process for 901/915 transaxles. 901 users must obtain a 915 shift housing. Complete instructions are included with |
What is the Largest Wheel and Tire Combination I can get under my stock 914 fenders?
Author: Skip
One of the most commonly asked questions is, “ How much tire can I get under these fenders?” Well the 914 is not the most exact car ever built, and wheel well space varies a lot from |
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 |
Adjustable Ride Height Kit - Paragon
Items Included:
2x - Upper Spring Perch
2x - Koni Competition Bump Rubber
2x - Suspension Spring
2x - Aluminum Threaded Collar
2x - Lower Spring Perch
2x - O-ring |
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 |
Camber Plate Installation (Paragon)
Author: Skip
Your new Racers Edge Camber Plates will bolt in without modification.
After jacking up your car and supporting it on jack stands, remove the wheel/t |
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 |
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 |
