Kemp T/B Tool Knock-Off
 

I have offered to help a friend change out a timing belt/water pump on an 84 928 he recently purchased. He excitedly explained his version of the same old story, no history - doesn’t run - dead in the water for many years – interior fair – exterior good – but it was DIRT CHEAP (famous last words). I did caution him to trailer it home to drain the tank, flush out the fuel system, change all the fluids, etc…..

My question is about seeing a few Timing Belt Tensioning Gauges on Ebay that look very similar to the Kemp Tool. I’ve been told that there are reliable knock-off copies floating around but since the sellers do no mention a brand name I have been a little leery of the product. I have asked the seller if these are a Jay Kemp Tool or one of the knock-off s but so far I’ve yet to receive a response ? The bid usually starts at around $25 and will normally close out around $45.

My other question is – Could we purchase or borrow a flywheel locking tool and Kemp Tool from someone once the parts come in ? We are located in East Texas.

Thanks, Michael
Update - Sorry if I wasn't clear on our request. We were not asking to borrow the genuine certified Porsche factory timing belt tensioning and adjustment tool which sells for $600. Didn't even know there was such a critter. I am not sure if we could even operate such a machine.... We had hoped that someone might have one of the Kemp style tools and a flywheel locking tool they might sell or as a quick turn-a-round loan.

As we get further into the recently purchased 928, it may be another one of those fine $5,000 cars after a $7,000 investment - ha Thanks - Michael

the Porsche tool is a 9201 and its about a 600.00 tool
I have compared a few of the Kempf tools and they seem to show a 5.0 when the pointer is at the top or lined up with the top of the range.
Always check the belt when the engine is cold and the crank is at TDC

Link to a ebay listing, I've never seen a knockoff Kempf tool, just the Gates Krikit which sells for $15 to $25 depending on the type.

Should be someone local that can hook you up with a loaner.

We loan out tools when parts are purchased from us.

Thats a sweet deal. Roger has competitive pricing too.