Re: Performance Modifications
 

It Does seem that something obvious is missing from that nearly Exhaustive list. hint hint

Don't forget my favorites; E-Ram, CoolCollar, and the K&N. :D

Some random thoughts:

Replacing the valve spring retainers and keepers is cheap insurance.

I've never heard of backdating rods to use 10mm rod bolts, why would anyone do that when the aftermarked 9mm ones have already solved the problem?

Everything doesn't always go right: Instruction on how to remove a rusted exhaust nut and how to drill out a broken stud would be of real value. I'm talking about the less risky studs like the 6mm ones that hold the engine shroud to the cam tower.


2.7 camshaft oiling fix

-Chris

just -Bump
 

The man want to put it down in ink and all we can give him is a couple dozen replys?
Certainly there's some more suggestions out there. (ones better than mine, anyway;))

Think people, think!

How about the simple stuff.

The correct way to adjust point gap if you have points.
The correct way to set the timing.
The correct way to set fuel mixture.
The correct order to do the above.

If you can't do the above correctly then you will never be able to maximize the HP parts you want to install.
Martin

Chip Mapping - there's a progressive topic.
 

For the 84-89 guys.
What software to use; what mapping does for you, when used with or w/o the different mods. . .

Hawgdaug I'll have to get with you further on some of those mods. Sounds like they at least deserve a mention in the book...

The 'correct ways' are all covered already in 101 Projects for your Porsche 911 (http://www.101projects.com)

Anyone else?

-Wayne

Well, teflon coatings of rod and main bearings is something that is recommended for engines that are going to be working hard. I did it on my 2.4S rebuild last year.

Wayne!

I will be most interested in the parts inspection/machine shop section. Will you be referring to a machine shop or will you explain how to do certain things? For example, inspecting/replacing valve guides, fly-cut heads, lap valves, grind valves, honing cylinders, etc.. Also checking cams and crank for straightness. Balancing the engine. Any MFI rebuilding tips? How to replace the space cam? Sorry for the rambling. That's all for now!

BK

Wayne

I can offer no suggestions for your new book, just want to heap on the gratitude for the 101 book. In the introduction you state it is not meant to be read cover to cover, but I must disgree. I've read it at least a couple of times in addition to having it handy in the garage when I'm doing the projects. Shocks! Sway Bar Bushings! Valve Adjustments! CV Joints! Tie Rods!

The easy to read text and the clear, abundent color pix are head and shoulders above everything else I have found.

Your book, and the tech forums have been instrumental in keeping my weekend toy running well and looking good.

Thanks Wayne, to you and your crew for your substantial efforts in keeping the flame burning.

Just to clarify, this thread is 5 years OLD!! Wayne is writing his 3rd book now about Boxsters and has written numerous articles for various publications since the 101 Projects book.

And I agree, the 101 book is almost a cover to cover read.

Old thread I know.

How about a sticky, with links to postings with more detailed disscusions of certrian topics covered in Waynes book.

For example there is a picture in the book of a valve retainer that has been drilled for lightness. There is no explination to accompany the photo.

There should be a way to link this technique to threads here in the Pelican BBS.

In other words I would like to be able to go to the "Waynes book sticky" and search for drilled retainers. In that sticky would be links to all the postings that cover that topic here in Pelican's forum.

Sometimes it can take hours to find a posting that has the info you are looking for.

Just a idea I thought I would throw out.


Gordon

This stuff will all be covered and indexed in the Pelican Wiki, and we're starting work on it this week, so it hasn't been forgotten about. The Pelican Wiki will be the one-stop directory of everything Porsche and BMW, and will consist of just about every nugget known on the Internet. I'm counting on people here to help. I have grand plans, and I am putting my money where my mouth is and investing in the concept. I'll make an announcement later on today...

-Wayne

this week!

Great!

"will consist of just about every nugget known on the Internet"
- I'm glad your are limiting it! Way back when there was a guy Todd ___ who wanted to put all human knowledge on computers with links to everything - would be called the Dynabook or something like that. sometimes thought of as the father of html... [tho I don't think he wrote any of it]

Wayne,

Considering ’65 to’ 89 is a VERY complex issue. Many parts are simply NOT interchangeable. I would divide this up into ’65-69 2.0 engines and the upgrades they can accept. The ’70 to ’77 and their possible upgrades. The ’78 to ’83 911SC and the ’84 to ‘89 Carrera.

The critical issue is usually what later parts can be used in earlier engines and what is necessary to do it. Some are easy. Some require subtle modifications. Some can’t be done within reason.

This is the Art of the mix-‘n-match Porsche. This is what I did for 25+ years. I won’t claim to remember or know all the details. Many (most) are already posted on various Pelican Forums.

Some searching should get good results. Perhaps a good investment might be to get some local ‘experts’ to search all the forums and literature and comprise a well edited draft. Perhaps you can connect with others and collectively publish the ‘best-in-the-world’ version.

I’ll be glad to help. I’m sure others will also.

Best,
Grady

"I won’t claim to remember or know all the details."

- Ya Grady. Zat ist vy ve haf zee Truth Drug Injector wired up....

What about a chapter / section on most user low budget mods, that makes it look fast, but doesn't really make more true engineered power.

I'm talking about powder coating parts, detailing tips, painting the cooling fan, high temp paint (maybe wrinkle finish) on the valve covers then knocked down silver on the valve cover ribs with a block and sandpaper. Buffing aluminum parts with green or white rouge on a buffing wheel....

Those kind of cheap but labor intensive items most anal porsche owners do because we have more time than money and want to make it show and shine when you pop the hood?

Guys, this post is six years old. The book was written and published four years ago. Thanks for the suggestions though!

-Wayne