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Short Shift Kit
  Procedure : Raise care on lift or place on jack stands.  Make sure car is safely and securely supported, and you have plenty of room to see around the transaxle. Locate the
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Front Shock Replacement (65-89)
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 th
Pagid Brake Pads - FAQ
Author: Skip Brake Pad FAQ Question: What's with the different compounds? What is the application of each? PAGID RS packaging RS 7: Black (Discontiu
Oil Pressure Sending Unit Replacement
  Oil Sender Unit for 928/944/968/964/993 The oil pressure sending unit is located just under the oil filter, underneath the car in the front area on the passenger side.  Jack car up