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Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 07-19-2006, 05:15 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,559
Posted By kgelles
I think it looks rice. My wife thinks the same.

I think it looks rice. My wife thinks the same.
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 12-27-2005, 02:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 705
Posted By kgelles
I USUALLY PUT IN AROUND 17.5 GALLONS. I RUN IT...

I USUALLY PUT IN AROUND 17.5 GALLONS. I RUN IT UNTIL THE LIGHT COMES ON AND THEN RUN IT ABOUT 40 MILES OR SO BEFORE FILLING IT UP. I MAY HAVE PUT 18 GALLONS IN IT ONCE OR TWICE. IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 11-24-2005, 02:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 459
Posted By kgelles
HappY Thanksgiving. All of us should be thankful...

HappY Thanksgiving. All of us should be thankful for owning such a wonderful car. I am sure we are all blessed in numerous other ways as well.
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 10-26-2005, 04:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 990
Posted By kgelles
What's with all of the rear-enders happening to...

What's with all of the rear-enders happening to 944s? I wonder if the rear profile of these cars make them less visible from behind. It seems like an all-to-common occurance with these models.
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 08-30-2005, 04:44 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,442
Posted By kgelles
Why not drive it and store it before and after...

Why not drive it and store it before and after blizzards (when salt treatment is on the road surface)? NC does not have frigid winters and there are several relatively warm days throughout the winter...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 08-16-2005, 04:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 878
Posted By kgelles
Question Pelican Survey: Mileage before clutch replacement?

Just curious...For those of you who have repaced the clutch in your 944. How many miles did you accumulate before replacing the clutch? Was your clutch replaced because of a worn disc or aging rubber...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 07-27-2005, 04:46 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,518
Posted By kgelles
34 highway. 25 suburbs of DC 20 city

34 highway.
25 suburbs of DC
20 city
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 07-17-2005, 05:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 539
Posted By kgelles
;) No, it is not supposed to connect to anything....

;) No, it is not supposed to connect to anything. It is an overflow tube. If the pressure builds too high, the coolant will exit through hose 21.
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 06-22-2005, 03:43 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 543
Posted By kgelles
It is a removable gasket. They do not cost much....

It is a removable gasket. They do not cost much. Removing the header to replace them is the real problem. There is little clearance with which to work.
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 06-02-2005, 10:42 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 744
Posted By kgelles
I would definitely leave it alone. If it starts...

I would definitely leave it alone. If it starts leaking then replace it. You will know because you will have oil in your reservoir. It is a headache to fix-trust me. It will eventually give though. I...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 05-26-2005, 05:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,860
Posted By kgelles
I have an 85.5 and I had a similar problem. I...

I have an 85.5 and I had a similar problem. I installed a rebuilt turbo-style water pump and a 160-degree thermostat. Checked to make sure there were no leaks and it runs very consistently at the...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 03-30-2005, 04:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 618
Posted By kgelles
Check the tension after revolving the crank two...

Check the tension after revolving the crank two times clockwise from dead center. Rotate until the camshft sprocket alignment mark is lined up at TDC and then back off 1 1/2 teeth. Check the tension...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 03-24-2005, 04:31 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 805
Posted By kgelles
The introduction of a four door Porsche car is a...

The introduction of a four door Porsche car is a necessary evil to remain a competitve auto manufacturer. I anticipated this happening, however I can't say I think it is a good thing. If it means...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 02-02-2005, 05:52 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,513
Posted By kgelles
I have noticed some errors in that issue as well....

I have noticed some errors in that issue as well. I have an 1985.5 NA and I noticed an early 1985 in good shape is worth more than an 85.5 in good shape. The updated interior, modifications made the...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 01-23-2005, 03:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 651
Posted By kgelles
The seals were changed at the last belt change....

The seals were changed at the last belt change. Being five years old should they be ok? (If there are no visible leaks when I take off the rear timing cover).
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 01-23-2005, 11:25 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 651
Posted By kgelles
Question Replacing water pump and timing belts

I am about to change the belts and replace the pump on my 1985.5 944 NA. The belts only have 25,000 miles on them but they have not been changed in five years as the PO did not drive the car more...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 01-22-2005, 03:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 760
Posted By kgelles
Do you have the temperature sensor grill (It is...

Do you have the temperature sensor grill (It is the 1" round/slotted plastice cover near the cigarette lighter). Mine has a broken tab on the back. I will give you a couple of dollars for it plus...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 01-22-2005, 03:25 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 846
Posted By kgelles
Question What size gear puller size?

(1.) I am about to do a timing belt/water pump replacement. What length gear puller is needed to be able to clear the radiator/fans. I will need to remove the crankshaft pulley and I don't want to...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 01-22-2005, 01:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 524
Posted By kgelles
Found them. Thanks! I tightened and cleaned them....

Found them. Thanks! I tightened and cleaned them. I will see if it is fixed.
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 01-22-2005, 06:00 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 524
Posted By kgelles
Only the speedometer, odometer and MPG indicator...

Only the speedometer, odometer and MPG indicator go out. I will see if it is the grounds. Thank you!
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 01-21-2005, 04:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 524
Posted By kgelles
Question Grounds on speedometer?

More and more frequently my speedometer will stop working along with the odometer. It usually occurs once the car has sat for a while. Once I get up to speed I am able to tap on the dash and...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 01-08-2005, 06:05 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 6,557
Posted By kgelles
99,000 Car is in great shape. Clutch appears to...

99,000
Car is in great shape. Clutch appears to be in great shape so far. Front Shocks replaced(may do rear soon). No oil leaks (WAS leaking oil in cam tower gasket area-fixed). Replaced clutcvh...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 01-08-2005, 05:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 587
Posted By kgelles
Thanks. Do you know the specifications of how...

Thanks. Do you know the specifications of how much it should "push" into the belt?
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 01-08-2005, 12:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 587
Posted By kgelles
Thanks. Idid manage to start the engine for a...

Thanks. Idid manage to start the engine for a minute or so with the cover off and the power steering and alternoator belts off. The battery was able to run the engine for this period during which I...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 01-06-2005, 01:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 753
Posted By kgelles
I did NOT use the plastic washer. I DID use ONE...

I did NOT use the plastic washer. I DID use ONE metal shim in order to get the clearance as specified in Clark's Garage. The plastic washer is used to compensate for the different milling of the...
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