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Suspension Tuning - the VERY basics
Suspension Component Less Understeer More Oversteer More Understeer Less Oversteer Front spring rate Lighter (small dia. torsion bars or spring wire dia.) Heavier (la
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
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
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
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
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
Control Arm Bushing Upgrade - Weltmeister
Author: Skip Weltmeister has produced several aftermarket solutions to Porsche suspensions for many years.  This bushing kit is a replacement for the original equipment rubb
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
Koni Strut Conversion - 8641-1414S for late 944, 968
Author: Skip Koni sealed strut insert conversion (8641-1414S) Description Image Parts : Koni 8641-1414S Sport Struts - all conversion and instructions parts included.
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
Sway Bars - Info
  For information on 944 Sway Bars and Parts for Sway Bars Click Here . Hi folks - just a friendly reminder that these cars are getting a little old, and previous owners do crazy things... somet
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
Rear Sway Bar Installation
This procedure is specifically for the installation of a 968 M030 Sway Bar but also applies to any 924/944/968 factory sway bar. The best (easiest) way to remove or install the sway bar is with
1 - Weight Transfer
  Most autocrossers and race drivers learn early in their careers the importance of balancing a car. Learning to do it consistently and automatically is one essential part of becoming a truly
2 - Keeping Your Tyres Stuck to the Ground
  In last month's article, we explained the physics behind weight transfer. That is, we explained why braking shifts weight to the front of the car, accelerating shifts weight to the rear, an
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
KONI Improved Rebate
KONI Improved Rebate Get a $30 to $70 rebate with the purchase of a set of four KONI Street Automotive & Light Truck/SUV shock absorbers or one suspension kit from March 1, 2018 — May 31, 2018. How T