Introduction/ Question

[Jeff]

Hi, Just wanted to introduce myself and my car (hope it works). I have an 87 Carrera, no mods other than the wheels and stereo. Have had a great time working on it so far and have learned a lot from this site, thanks for all the insight.
Now I'am looking for more insight. Once the car warms up the shifter no longer returns to inbetween 3rd & 4th when not in gear (maybe a shifter bushing is sticking).
Also when lights are on, and turn signal turns off the brights turn on. P.O. said he replaced the turn signal stalk.
Thanks in advance.

Jeff

[Early_S_Man]

Welcome to the board, Jeff!

It sounds like the P.O. didn't get the stalk adjusted quite right, or perhaps bent some of the contacts in the process of insalling it! I suggest removing the plastic covers and taking a look ...

There was a recent article in Excellence about shifting improvements ... and a G50 car was featured in the pics.

[Jeff]

Thanks Warren. I plan to take turn signal stalk off this weekend. I will let you know what I find. In what way can you adjust the stalk?

I found the gear shift article in April 2002 Excellence if anyone else is interested.

Jeff

[N11Porsche]

Welcome to the board, Jeff. Your P-Car is my favorite color, guards red (also known as "arrest me" red). Also, who's the cute little one in the picture?

[don911]

Jeff,
My 87 has the same issue with the high beams. If you pull back slightly on the turn signal, do the brights go off? If so, it a problem with the switch. I looked at it once and couldn't see a way to adjust. If it can be adjusted, I'd like to know as well. I was going to replace it one of these days. My temporary fix is a couple of folded business cards stuck in behind the lever. Works great and it a lot cheaper.

[Jeff]

Bill,

Thanks for the welcome. No arrests yet, but it does attract attention. The little girl is my oldest. She was 2 1/2 then and I have added another one (just as cute) since then. My oldest loves my car and can pick out other Porsches. She also loves when I take her in the cul-de-sac and go in circles (she laughs the whole time saying "go faster").

Your car looks great. I really like those polished Fuchs.

Don,

My brights do turn off if I pull back slightly, but it is very touchy. Sometimes when I hit a bump that will also turn my brights on. I plan on looking at it this weekend and will let you know what I find, If I don't have time I will use your business card approach (as long as you haven't patent it yet great idea!)

[Doug E]

Welcome Jeff.

It's nice to be able to share the Porsche experience with your family. My 3 year old son loves to go for rides and say "big air daddy" as the air moves through the cabin with the windows down and sunroof open.

[JSDSKI]

Welcome - you are in good company around here - beautiful car!!
And kid, too

[DonDavis]

Hey Jeff, welcome 'home',

Glad to have you here. You should feel good that Warren gave you the first nod. He's brings a LOT to the board.

I live in the east valley but there are several of us Pelicanites that 'nest' throughout the metro area. Hope you can make our next outing.


Warren, I lived in Big Spring for 3.5 yrs (VA). I always liked San Angelo more though.

[Jeff]

Don,

I also live in the east valley, the Ahwatukee/ Foothils area. Will try to make next get together.

[zuffenhausen]

Welcome aboard, Jeff. Sharp looking car you have. Enjoy it!

Sounds like your G50 gearbox wants to be a 915. They don't return to the 3-4 gate either.

-zuff