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Forum: Porsche 944 Turbo and Turbo S 02-07-2024, 09:25 AM
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Views: 233
Posted By thom4782
Repair Shop in Raleigh / Durham NC

HI all:

We're moving to the Raleigh-Durham of North Carolina. Would you please recommend a shop to work on my 951. I'm looking for an independent prefferably, who has substantial experiencw...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 04-13-2020, 03:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,616
Posted By thom4782
My understanding is the green wire runs from the...

My understanding is the green wire runs from the ignition coil to the DME.

The DME replaces the old mechanical points in the sense that it send open and close pulses to the ignition primary...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 04-12-2020, 08:48 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,616
Posted By thom4782
What values do you get for the black wire with...

What values do you get for the black wire with the ignition on, off or the engine turning over.
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 04-11-2020, 03:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,616
Posted By thom4782
Pelican provides an article for testing the coil,...

Pelican provides an article for testing the coil, see: https://www.pelicanparts.com/techarticles/Porsche_944_Turbo/31-ENGINE-Coil_Testing_and_Replacement/31-ENGINE-Coil_Testing_and_Replacement.htm
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Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 03-27-2020, 08:48 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 358
Posted By thom4782
Loud Turn Signal Relay

Hi all:

'87 944 turbo here. Has anyone found a loud turn signal relay that is plug and play? I've looked on several forums and searched online and haven't found a clear answer. If you have found...
Forum: Porsche 944 Turbo and Turbo S 03-09-2020, 11:19 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,477
Posted By thom4782
I don't have a suggestion for the filling /...

I don't have a suggestion for the filling / repairing the gap. I would suggest, however, try lubricating the rubber gasket with a silicon based lube especially in the hinge areas.

I had a very...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 01-11-2020, 09:51 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 804
Posted By thom4782
951 Turbocharger Rebuild - What Else to Do While You're In There

Hi...

I'm about have my '87 turbocharger unit rebuilt. Some replacement things to do seem obvious: install fresh o-rings and crush washers all around and replace aging vacuum lines under the...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 12-14-2019, 08:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,377
Posted By thom4782
Is the Monroe unit truly plug and play. Does it...

Is the Monroe unit truly plug and play. Does it have the electrical connections for the rear window heater. The Monroe catalog picture suggests it does.
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Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 12-13-2019, 05:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,066
Posted By thom4782
It's hard to know their age. I bought the car 15...

It's hard to know their age. I bought the car 15 months ago. The lines from the tank to the nozzles look like they are in excellent condition. All are soft and flexible. All fittings are clamped...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 12-13-2019, 12:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,066
Posted By thom4782
951 Windshield Washer Question

Hi all:

I have an '87 951. The problem is the washer fluid seems to drain back through the lines into the tank after spraying the windshield. I have replaced both check valves near the nozzles as...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 11-18-2019, 08:23 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,667
Posted By thom4782
While I don't know the specifics of NAs, my...

While I don't know the specifics of NAs, my understanding is the DME monitors several temperature sensors to adjust the idle speed. It effectively boosts the RPMs when cold by a couple of hundred or...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 11-17-2019, 09:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,667
Posted By thom4782
I'm not sure what you think the problem is. For...

I'm not sure what you think the problem is. For example, are you concerned that the car idles at 1200 RPMs until it warms up. My 951 does this routinely.

What to you mean the RPMs go way higher...
Forum: Porsche 944 Turbo and Turbo S 11-09-2019, 07:28 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,020
Posted By thom4782
AOS and Impact on Oil Consumption

Hi all:

Purchased a 87 951 a year ago in excellent condition. A recent smoke test suggests there may be an AOS vacuum leak. Could this cause a car to consume roughly a quart of oil every 300 miles...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 05-06-2019, 07:07 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 899
Posted By thom4782
Amazon sells a endoscope / boroscope that hooks...

Amazon sells a endoscope / boroscope that hooks up with mobile phone. The head is a bit larger than a pencil eraser. Might help in exploring where the nut might be before trying to fish it out.
...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 03-01-2019, 09:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 471
Posted By thom4782
Vacuum leak sounds like part of the problem....

Vacuum leak sounds like part of the problem. Other items that affect the idle control valve may also be part of the issue.
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 02-20-2019, 06:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 482
Posted By thom4782
No idea really...just a question or two and some...

No idea really...just a question or two and some wild speculation

Was the car hot, warm or cold when you opened the tank cap? Do you recall the coolant level in the tank immediately prior to...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 02-09-2019, 05:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,515
Posted By thom4782
IIRC, the procedure to release the roof is to...

IIRC, the procedure to release the roof is to turn the key to the first position. The sunroof releases when you use the switch, but it does not rise at the rear. You can then lift the roof off by...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 02-09-2019, 08:47 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 409
Posted By thom4782
Ok, I'll bite Without looking at the wiring...

Ok, I'll bite

Without looking at the wiring diagram, this sound like poor grounding in the circuit (1st choice) or an intermittent short.
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 01-26-2019, 08:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 546
Posted By thom4782
Thanks.... Because I'm trying to also test...

Thanks....

Because I'm trying to also test on my 986, I posted the question there too. One reply suggested a change to my procedure. He suggested a modification to step 3. The new step 3 says:
...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 01-26-2019, 09:14 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 546
Posted By thom4782
Finding Parasitic Drain

Hi all:

I'm trying to chase down parasitic drains on my '01S 986 and my '87 951. The procedure as I understand it is:


Turn all electrical items off and take key out of ignition
Disconnect...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 01-21-2019, 09:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 362
Posted By thom4782
Question: Does it happen on both the left and...

Question: Does it happen on both the left and right turn signaling? If it's one side, I'd suspect the switch is wearing out. This could be the same if the issues is on both sides, but I suspect the...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 01-19-2019, 09:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 496
Posted By thom4782
I only measured the passenger side. I'll check...

I only measured the passenger side. I'll check the driver side one sunny day and report back.

Unfortunately, I didn't think of taking measurements on the passenger side before I removed the flat...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 01-19-2019, 11:09 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 496
Posted By thom4782
!

Problem fixed...

As noted above, I tried just to replace the mirror glass. While there was a huge improvement in visibility, the new glass never heated.

The fix turned out to be simple....
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 01-12-2019, 05:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 425
Posted By thom4782
These are two guesses on my part 1. id you...

These are two guesses on my part

1. id you change the DME itself or the DME relay. Perhaps the DME is bad.

2. The clicking may be the throttle position sensor. I believe it clicks when the...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 01-08-2019, 10:54 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 787
Posted By thom4782
Hi all: Well, I thought this was fixed, but...

Hi all:

Well, I thought this was fixed, but apparently it's not. So, I'm looking for some suggestions on next diagnostic steps. First, let me summarize the problem and steps I've taken so far.
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