What do you guys think? Easy fix? parts? or trade +/_ cash

[Marks944parts]

Picked up as part of a package deal 1986 944 turbo 951 Been sitting original beige now silver amature paint job wont start jumped relay confirmed 12v power at pump- pump does not come on pulled timing covers belts appear ok timing marks set correctly engine will start on carb cleaner does not drive clutch pedal is on the floor tires are dry/older Maroon interior is good except for dash cracks and hatch carpet faded. spare tire compressor and tool kit all missing see pictures below Any imput would be appreciated

[Nashvegas]

i'd fix it -- send us photos ! 86 951's are great cars.. .

[Marks944parts]

tried to add photo but too big i can email for you thanks

[Fast Freddy 944]

Fix it bro, I have one and its great!

[dgcantrell]

Fix it. It's probably just the fuel pump since it's been sitting with that s**t ethanol gas in it for a while.

[DannoXYZ]

Pump rarely fails. Could be as simple as a blown fuse or broken wiring connector at pump.

Do thorough inspection: compression-check, measure impedance of speed/ref sensors, motor mounts, ball-joints, turbo free-play, etc. It's VERY easy to get a great "deal" on these cars and end up having to spend $5000 to get it running.

There's many threads where someone replaced entire fuel-system: pump, injectors, rail, FPR, filter, fuel-lines and DME. Only to find the problem was a broken wire. FIRST test, disconnect connectors @ pump and measure voltage to verify pump is actually getting power.

[djnolan]

Connect a fuel pump jumper where the relay is and give the fuel pump a couple gentle wax with a hammer and a screwdriver and it might just come to life sometimes they get stuck

[Marks944parts]

pelican is telling me to resize the pictures.....anyone know how? heres a picture taken with a different camera of my computer screen

[Mr. Squid]

Fix It!
Drive It!

Or sell it to me on the cheap and I'll fix it and drive it!

[Fast Freddy 944]

Originally Posted by Marks944parts

pelican is telling me to resize the pictures.....anyone know how? heres a picture taken with a different camera of my computer screen

Cool 951 bro, where did you get those euro license plates?

[dgcantrell]

Pump rarely fails? Um.. yeah, it does especially when they sit with that s**t ethanol in them for a few years. Ask me how I know.

[Litesonic]

Sounds like too much work... you better send it to me

It all depends on your pain tolerance level.
They are amazing cars, but can be an amazing amount of headaches.
When running, they are addictive.


Danno offers some great advice.

[v2rocket_aka944]

Originally Posted by dgcantrell

Fix it. It's probably just the fuel pump since it's been sitting with that s**t ethanol gas in it for a while.

Originally Posted by dgcantrell

Pump rarely fails? Um.. yeah, it does especially when they sit with that s**t ethanol in them for a few years. Ask me how I know.

how do you really feel?

[Marks944parts]

[Brozoar]

Do what you will with it, but be advised that every time someone parts out a Porsche, God kills a kitten.

I'm with everyone else here; fix it!

[DannoXYZ]

Originally Posted by Marks944parts

That's not instrument cluster from '86 951. Unless it's been replaced with '87+ unit. Verify the VIN.

[Ky914Newbie]

Originally Posted by DannoXYZ

That's not instrument cluster from '86 951. Unless it's been replaced with '87+ unit. Verify the VIN.

Why do you say it isn't from an 86?

[Marks944parts]

its a non air bag car will check 10th digit of vin thanks

[DannoXYZ]

Originally Posted by Ky914Newbie

Why do you say it isn't from an 86?

The '86 951 speedo goes up to 160mph.

[Rasta Monsta]

From the pics looks like late offset wheels. . .not an 86.