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Forum: Porsche Cars For Sale 02-10-2019, 11:45 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,581
Posted By sagacis
Sold

Sold
Forum: Porsche Cars For Sale 01-17-2019, 04:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,581
Posted By sagacis
Lots of activity, but still available!

Lots of activity, but still available!
Forum: Porsche Cars For Sale 01-12-2019, 12:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,581
Posted By sagacis
[SOLD] 1981 911 SC Targa with rebuilt engine

1981 Porsche 911SC Targa for sale. A great car to drive every day or take to the track.

Black on black targa with rebuilt engine with only 600 miles upgraded to Euro compression pistons and...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 04-28-2012, 07:56 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,052
Posted By sagacis
You can always trust John Walker. My shift...

You can always trust John Walker.

My shift fork completely disengaged from the plate while I was driving. I was merging onto the highway and shifted into fifth. It felt wrong and made a big clunk...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 06-03-2010, 07:10 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 390
Posted By sagacis
Rebuild tool help in Dallas

Reposting from the rebuild forum in hopes of more views:

I'm starting the rebuild project on my SC. I plan to stay mostly stock, but am considering a few upgrades like 964 cams. The first step...
Forum: 911 Engine Rebuilding Forum 05-31-2010, 09:39 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 610
Posted By sagacis
Another Texas rebuild to begin soon

I had planned to start this about a year ago, but work got in the way. Now I'm ready to start rebuilding my 1981 SC 3.0L. So far, I have prepared by getting Wayne's book and reading it. I'm a...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 04-12-2010, 05:29 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,025
Posted By sagacis
Old news

I drove the car daily for over 5 years after passing that inspection when I first bought her. I work 50 miles away, so around 100 mi/day during most of that time.

I also only needed safety...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 11-29-2008, 06:19 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 7,949
Posted By sagacis
Hear, hear. I could really use the wiki right...

Hear, hear. I could really use the wiki right about now. The search function is becoming more difficult as the post quantity increases. No to mention, it would be nice to find a topic page for...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 11-22-2008, 09:23 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 545
Posted By sagacis
Much more low-tech, but after seeing this, I...

Much more low-tech, but after seeing this, I think I could do the same with a small c-clamp. In the past, I've used a vice-grip style small locking pliers. The tag is a nice reminder. How much?
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 11-07-2008, 01:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 737
Posted By sagacis
Question Mystery wire connectors

I was cleaning up the engine bay to do a valve adjustment, when I noticed this pair of wires. They had obviously contacted and burned into each other at some point. I can't tell where they should...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 11-07-2008, 07:48 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,000
Posted By sagacis
Lightbulb I took my handles off today to work on the...

I took my handles off today to work on the padding. The handles had never even felt like they should be removable before, but I kept tugging per this thread and the owner's manual.

It turns out...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 09-13-2008, 05:07 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,949
Posted By sagacis
What a great idea! As an Open Source zealot and...

What a great idea! As an Open Source zealot and community participant, I gladly support the idea as much as I can. Unfortunately, another may need to restore my "restoration" efforts after I'm...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 07-12-2008, 07:30 AM
Replies: 364
Views: 144,912
Posted By sagacis
That's exactly what I did also. The bearing was...

That's exactly what I did also. The bearing was in the freezer for a few days before I installed it. I heated the trailing arm a little with a propane torch, then the bearing slipped in with only a...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 03-02-2008, 03:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,671
Posted By sagacis
Thumbs up Great tips

I'm reviving this thread to add that JW's tips are exactly what I needed yesterday. The right side was no problem, but my left insert was stuck. I tugged and pulled and banged and cursed, but the...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 01-20-2008, 08:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,606
Posted By sagacis
As long as it's below 15, you are probably fine. ...

As long as it's below 15, you are probably fine. If the regulator goes out, the voltage rises dramatically. I installed a voltage meter to keep an eye on it. Since that repair, I've had nary a...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 10-07-2007, 11:59 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,322
Posted By sagacis
Good to know. I have only put in dye that came...

Good to know. I have only put in dye that came with freon, but all freon I've loaded has had dye, so any removed freon has probably left dye. Sounds like a flushing will be in order.

I'll...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 10-07-2007, 08:11 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,322
Posted By sagacis
No, I pulled a vacuum for 7 hours and 50 minutes,...

No, I pulled a vacuum for 7 hours and 50 minutes, not 2 hours. Sorry for the confusion, re-reading my quickly jotted message does make it seem like I was overly foolish.
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 10-07-2007, 06:10 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,322
Posted By sagacis
Update: I left it on the vacuum for a little bit...

Update: I left it on the vacuum for a little bit less than 8 hrs (I'm impatient and have a timeline). I left it evacuated for about 2 hrs with no leak (I doubt I would have noticed it in that time,...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 10-06-2007, 11:46 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,322
Posted By sagacis
Yes, I did evacuate the system when I had it...

Yes, I did evacuate the system when I had it open, but that's something I've been worried about, given the symptoms.

I like your suggestion, Tab, since I can do that before ordering a new TXV. ...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 10-06-2007, 09:37 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,657
Posted By sagacis
I did EXACTLY the same thing. Sent it off to...

I did EXACTLY the same thing. Sent it off to North Hollywood to fix.
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 10-06-2007, 09:23 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,322
Posted By sagacis
Yet Another Air Conditioner Thread

I've searched the forum and the internet. I've read all the messages. I still need more information, and the local shops haven't been entirely helpful.

Last year, I replaced my Air Conditioner...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 10-04-2007, 03:07 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 8,727
Posted By sagacis
Is it too late? I'll take one of the remaining.

Is it too late? I'll take one of the remaining.
Forum: General Car/Truck Questions & Discussion 07-26-2007, 08:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,440
Posted By sagacis
Holly Hunter's 911 on 'Saving Grace'

I'm watching Holly Hunter in 'Saving Grace' on TNT right now. Her character drives a 911 all through the film (including wrecking it, but it's miraculously saved).

So, I was trying to nail down...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 05-17-2007, 07:29 PM
Replies: 364
Views: 144,912
Posted By sagacis
The 3" availability may be code related, too. ...

The 3" availability may be code related, too. Some places may have electrical codes that prohibit that much wiring in one conduit, I don't know.

Just to update everybody, I bought a plumbing...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 05-03-2007, 07:59 PM
Replies: 364
Views: 144,912
Posted By sagacis
gratuitous annual bump

I am replacing my rear wheel bearings and read this thread carefully. When I removed the parking brake assembly and the drive shaft, the wheel hub popped right out, along with a bunch of bearing...
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