911SC with broken head studs?

[SalParadise]

At least he's honest in telling you about the broken studs...

It's pretty much a complete tear down to do the studs, then when you're in there, that's a whole different story.

Then if one breaks off..

[exploserous]

Originally Posted by SalParadise

At least he's honest in telling you about the broken studs...

It's pretty much a complete tear down to do the studs, then when you're in there, that's a whole different story.

Then if one breaks off..

Hahaha this part is what made me want to pursue the car. If I could get it for under 20k, it'd be better than spending 30k and finding one in a few months.

[SalParadise]

You gotta figure that any SC without proper documentation from a very reliable builder saying that all studs have been replaced is immediately suspect. Any SC that still has Divilar studs are going to go - it's a matter of time, especially the exhaust side (from the heat and the elements).

I think it's hilarious that people in the 1990s still thought that Divilar was the best thing going - and people bagged so much on the 2.7s (I know they pull, but don't usually break). I remember my roommate in college saying that his dads SC was never going to pull a stud because of Divilar.

Well, all I have to say is that something else better will come along. It always does.

[SCadaddle]

My friends that own (boundy little archaic and ride worse than a Karmann Ghia) 356's would tell you that is a $7500 car.

I can tell you for a fact and show receipts that to remove and replace the Dilivar studs, exhaust valve guides etc. all things that a "top end" build would require plus the "may as well since you are there" things such as a clutch/pressure plate/throw out bearing WILL run you at least $10k....... 5 years ago.

Any SC that still has Divilar studs are going to go - it's a matter of time, especially the exhaust side (from the heat and the elements).

That's the only place you will find the Dilivar head studs on an SC is the bottom row on the exhaust side. The upper row are steel.

[bpu699]

Originally Posted by SCadaddle

My friends that own (boundy little archaic and ride worse than a Karmann Ghia) 356's would tell you that is a $7500 car.

I can tell you for a fact and show receipts that to remove and replace the Dilivar studs, exhaust valve guides etc. all things that a "top end" build would require plus the "may as well since you are there" things such as a clutch/pressure plate/throw out bearing WILL run you at least $10k....... 5 years ago.

Any SC that still has Divilar studs are going to go - it's a matter of time, especially the exhaust side (from the heat and the elements).

That's the only place you will find the Dilivar head studs on an SC is the bottom row on the exhaust side. The upper row are steel.

I can vouch that getting to $5000 in parts and machining isn't too difficult, even if doing the work yourself...

[exploserous]

Originally Posted by SalParadise

You gotta figure that any SC without proper documentation from a very reliable builder saying that all studs have been replaced is immediately suspect. Any SC that still has Divilar studs are going to go - it's a matter of time, especially the exhaust side (from the heat and the elements).

I think it's hilarious that people in the 1990s still thought that Divilar was the best thing going - and people bagged so much on the 2.7s (I know they pull, but don't usually break). I remember my roommate in college saying that his dads SC was never going to pull a stud because of Divilar.

Well, all I have to say is that something else better will come along. It always does.

This has really got me down. Checked out a beautiful black metallic '79 coupe today with only 40k on the odo... and a broken stud.

[nathanbs]

You know as it's been mentioned it's expensive to fix however you can still enjoy the car likely for years without having to address the broken stud(s). My mechanic has a car with 5 broken studs that he beats the crap out of for quite some time now. On the flip side if the studs have been fixed and it was a recent expense you aren't likely to get that car for the same price as the one with a broken stud. I would look at it like a car that might need some paint work but you can enjoy it as is and worry about it later and some day do a serious engine rebuild

[davewadd]

Here is a comparison. This car was sold less than 6 months ago, and needing a motor rebuild.
This SC had sport seats, and much better documentation...and sold for under $20k.


http://forums.pelicanparts.com/porsche-cars-sale/955550-1980-911sc-black-black-needs-motor-rebuilt.html