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Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 10-15-2025, 05:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 266
Posted By Hnichols
Probably overkill, but it's a straightforward...

Probably overkill, but it's a straightforward repair:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L5WNFYyXdDk&t=2136s
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 07-03-2023, 09:08 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 431
Posted By Hnichols
Repair videos: valve adjust and starter replacement

I have been in the habit of creating videos for my various repair and service jobs, in hopes that someone tackling these jobs might find them helpful.

In the first I do a valve adjustment using...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 04-04-2023, 09:56 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 848
Posted By Hnichols
Just to close out this thread: I replaced my...

Just to close out this thread: I replaced my original Bosch starter with WOSP unit from our host. The partial engine drop procedure was daunting, but a confidence booster in the end. Some...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 04-04-2023, 09:47 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,545
Posted By Hnichols
Like you I got my 911 about a decade ago --...

Like you I got my 911 about a decade ago -- actually it's more like 13 years -- yikes! Anyway, my impression is that the increased values of our cars as changed the culture, from the DIY enthusiast...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 03-22-2023, 10:20 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 848
Posted By Hnichols
Buck, Just to confirm: is this the one you got:...

Buck,
Just to confirm: is this the one you got:
WOSPerformance Starter Motor, 12volt, Type: 1.4kW Denso(1979 Porsche 911 SC Coupe)(m)
Part #: WSP-LMS1102...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 03-21-2023, 08:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 848
Posted By Hnichols
Thanks for the replies. I haven't had the need...

Thanks for the replies. I haven't had the need to wack the starter, as the 3 times it happened it immediately engaged on the next try. It makes sense to get under the car and have a look before...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 03-21-2023, 10:21 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 848
Posted By Hnichols
Starter doesn't engage

Recently when try starting my '88 the starter spins freely without engaging the engine. Quickly turn it off and retry and it starts up fine. This has happened a couple of times as of late.

So...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 10-17-2022, 12:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 829
Posted By Hnichols
O'Hare auto Body in Bensenville is another...

O'Hare auto Body in Bensenville is another possibility; they repainted an engine lid for me and did a fine job.
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 10-04-2022, 11:27 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,002
Posted By Hnichols
It's a moot point now, but I'm surprised the...

It's a moot point now, but I'm surprised the vise-grips pinching your return line were adequate. When I tried that I had fluid leak out under the car and couldn't figure out what was wrong. I pinch...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 09-09-2022, 10:22 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,547
Posted By Hnichols
Could be the speed and reference sensors or a...

Could be the speed and reference sensors or a cracked solder joint on your DME (not the relay, but the ECU itself). My guess would be the DME.

If you know someone in your area with a 3.2, you can...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 04-05-2022, 02:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 551
Posted By Hnichols
If you're handy, don't rule out renting a mig...

If you're handy, don't rule out renting a mig welder and learning to do that yourself. There's a learning curve, but it's more straightforward than you might think. Lots of good YouTube videos out...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 03-29-2022, 12:41 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,696
Posted By Hnichols
If it's the inboard boot (attached to the...

If it's the inboard boot (attached to the transmission), it's an easy fix. A new boot (with grease and clamps) is like $12 on this site. Don't let anyone tell you you need to replace the axle.
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 12-19-2021, 11:54 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 642
Posted By Hnichols
Replacing cv boots is not a difficult job, a bit...

Replacing cv boots is not a difficult job, a bit messy but not difficult. So instead of waiting for your shop, you can do it yourself and be on the road worry-free.

I don't think you'll destroy...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 10-21-2021, 05:52 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,167
Posted By Hnichols
Maybe get 1/16" drill bit and gently probe the...

Maybe get 1/16" drill bit and gently probe the the opening in the bleeder screw. (Without pressurizing the system.) In case there's an obstruction in the bleed screw.
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 10-14-2021, 12:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 996
Posted By Hnichols
Sorry I didn't reply right away to your questions...

Sorry I didn't reply right away to your questions -- stuck at work :)

Anyway, if I remember correctly, you first get the rubber window gasket and fit it around the window (outside of the car). ...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 10-14-2021, 06:42 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 996
Posted By Hnichols
I'm afraid to say that you probably need to...

I'm afraid to say that you probably need to reinstall the rear window. You'll need a new rubber gasket and aluminum trim piece (if your car is an '88 that piece would have been plastic). Look on...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 08-29-2021, 03:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 984
Posted By Hnichols
The first thing I'd do is check to see if you're...

The first thing I'd do is check to see if you're losing brake fluid -- if the reservoir was full, you can tell immediately. Jack up the rear and put it on jack stands and take a gander at the slave...
Forum: Porsche Marketplace Discussion 08-15-2021, 01:37 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 4,948
Posted By Hnichols
As the owner of an '88 myself, I guess I should...

As the owner of an '88 myself, I guess I should be happy that a very similar car to mine sold for 90K more than I paid for mine in 2011 (18K). But I think it's an ominous development for real...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 08-06-2021, 12:37 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,719
Posted By Hnichols
Nice write up with good pics. I'm curious,...

Nice write up with good pics.

I'm curious, though, about your statement here; I'm probably missing something. The boots are about $10 apiece, and the only tool you need is a crimping tool for the...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 07-29-2021, 08:53 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,551
Posted By Hnichols
I looked at your profile, noticed that you live...

I looked at your profile, noticed that you live in Chicago, and had to laugh. Our cars take a beating on these horrible roads. CD's skip on Lake Shore Drive. I've had old solder joints in the ECU...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 07-14-2021, 09:10 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,134
Posted By Hnichols
How about 4 mil plastic sheet? I put my cars...

How about 4 mil plastic sheet? I put my cars onto that for winter storage. Don't know whether it's better or worse than plywood or, for that matter, whether it works for really long term storage.
...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 07-12-2021, 10:16 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,525
Posted By Hnichols
If there's someone in your area with a 3.2 you...

If there's someone in your area with a 3.2 you can eliminate alot of troubleshooting by installing your DME (the DME itself, not the relay) in his car: if it doesn't start, then it's the soldering...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 06-09-2021, 12:48 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,207
Posted By Hnichols
I vaguely recall -- it was several years ago --...

I vaguely recall -- it was several years ago -- that there is a small screw holding on that plate which holds the three connectors (the flywheel and cylinder head sensors). I have an '88, too, and I...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 04-23-2021, 11:20 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,361
Posted By Hnichols
I remember when I did this a couple years ago...

I remember when I did this a couple years ago that I had to be careful about wiping the excess oil off of the feeler gauge for each test, and finessing the gauge a bit when the tolerances got close. ...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 02-16-2021, 01:21 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,398
Posted By Hnichols
As mentioned above, the cables for the BMW...

As mentioned above, the cables for the BMW sensors are a tad longer, which in my view is actually an advantage over the Porsche part. Getting the BMW sensors is a no-brainer.
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