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Forum: Porsche Autocross and Track Racing 09-14-2010, 07:13 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 792
Posted By 968TomR
CIRPCA to host annual Pumpkin Run DE at Putnam Park

Central Indiana Region has the pleasure of hosting the 2010 Pumpkin Run, Performance Driver Education event at Putnam Park Road Course in Mt. Meridian, Indiana. We’ve got a weekend of fun filled...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 07-07-2010, 09:53 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 794
Posted By 968TomR
Better than PB Blaster???

I have been told by those I trust, and a couple mechanics, that a bit of ATF mixed with Acetone (50/50) will allow you to remove any bolt. Might be worth a try.
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 06-21-2010, 11:57 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 510
Posted By 968TomR
Full of Hot Gas

I was driving a DE at Barber this weekend, and the fuel in my tank expanded so much from the heat that it seemed to actually bow the sheetmetal above the tank. I took off the gas cap and the car...
Forum: Porsche Autocross and Track Racing 05-24-2010, 12:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 654
Posted By 968TomR
A great time was had by all.

I want to thank all of the participants that made it out for our DE weekend. Great weather, great camaraderie, and great times were had by all.

I look forward to seeing you at our next event.
...
Forum: Porsche Autocross and Track Racing 05-12-2010, 07:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 654
Posted By 968TomR
Registration closes Monday May 17th

Registration for this event is set to close on Monday May 17th. Very few spaces remain for the weekend - but if you are qualified there is lots of room for Friday Lapping.

Hope to see you there....
Forum: Porsche Autocross and Track Racing 04-27-2010, 10:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 654
Posted By 968TomR
Central Indiana Region DE at Putnam Park 21-23 May

Registration is open for the Central Indiana Region PCA Spring Driver's Education event at Putnam Park Road Course (http://putnampark.com). Simply go to our website CIRPCA (http://cirpca.org)click...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 01-29-2010, 11:34 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,025
Posted By 968TomR
I have the Corbeau Forza Seats

I use my car (968) primarily for DE events and love my Corbeau Forza seats. They don't recline - but are comfortable enough to drive to a long distance event (8 hours) and still provide excellent...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 11-03-2009, 11:48 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 441
Posted By 968TomR
968 Cruise Control

I use my car primarily at the track - but I drive it too and from. Typically, to avoid driving on the interstate the way I do on track, I use the cruise to get me home.

While driving home one...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 11-03-2009, 11:19 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,034
Posted By 968TomR
Thanks, I will check all of those. Flash,...

Thanks, I will check all of those.

Flash, what do I do to check the gove box light pin switch and door pin switch?
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 11-03-2009, 07:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,034
Posted By 968TomR
968 Alarm Goes Off Randomly

The alarm on my 92 968 will go off randomly. Any ideas what the culprit may be? I searched the forums yesterday and I didn't come across anything that ID'd the most likely failure.

I would love...
Forum: Boxster & Cayman Forum 09-08-2009, 12:31 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 975
Posted By 968TomR
Found on Craigslist

These are not mine - and I do not know the individual who is selling them - but they are in my neighborhood and if they fit my 968 they would be in my hands right now. I called the guy and he says...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 08-28-2009, 10:48 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,972
Posted By 968TomR
I had a fuel smell in the cabin of my 968 that...

I had a fuel smell in the cabin of my 968 that turned out to be the gasket where the fuel pick up enters the top of the tank. You can check this by removing the rear carpet and openining the black...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 08-18-2009, 07:43 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 380
Posted By 968TomR
Advice on chainging the Brake Proportioning Valve - 968

I have a 92 968 that according to the parts diagram the brake proportioning valve is attached to the ABS unit rather than the master cylinder. I have checked to verify this and have found it to be a...
Forum: Porsche Autocross and Track Racing 06-23-2009, 12:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 414
Posted By 968TomR
Fuel Tank Pressure/Heat

I have a 1992 968 that I primarily use on track. I instruct HPDE fairly routinely and experienced something new this past weekend and I thought I would ask the forums.

I experienced very high...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 06-22-2009, 01:14 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 361
Posted By 968TomR
Fuel Tank Pressure/Heat

I have a 1992 968 that I primarily use on track. I instruct HPDE fairly routinely and experienced something new this past weekend and I thought I would ask the forums.

I experienced very high...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 12-02-2008, 07:44 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,086
Posted By 968TomR
I have the Blizzak WS-60 on my 99 528i and can go...

I have the Blizzak WS-60 on my 99 528i and can go anywhere with that car (live in Indianapolis but travel to the in-laws near Chicago frequently).

I would highly recommend them.

Tom
92 968...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 10-07-2008, 09:52 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 488
Posted By 968TomR
Found a Saratoga Top on Craigslist

I found a Saratoga top on craigslist and I know how you guys are. I don't know the guy - I don't live in Charlotte, and I don't want it as it seems heavy (which equals slow) to me.

Follow the...
Forum: Porsche Autocross and Track Racing 10-07-2008, 05:17 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,659
Posted By 968TomR
There are a great deal of bluetooth communicators...

There are a great deal of bluetooth communicators - but all for $$$$$$. Hopefully the technology will bring the price down so I can get one in a year or two.

Tom
Forum: Porsche Autocross and Track Racing 10-06-2008, 01:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,659
Posted By 968TomR
Thanks all - much appreciated. Seems I will...

Thanks all - much appreciated. Seems I will probably grab a chatterbox.

92 968 Track Toy
99 528 Family truckster
96 Saturn POS
Forum: Porsche Autocross and Track Racing 10-01-2008, 01:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,659
Posted By 968TomR
New instructor - need an in car communicator - Recomendations....

I just started instructing and am curious as to what the best in car communicator is. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Thanks - Tom

92 968 Track Toy
99 528 Family truckster
96 Saturn POS
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 09-25-2008, 12:41 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,451
Posted By 968TomR
I will certainly check further. The timing belt...

I will certainly check further. The timing belt and water pump are 10k miles and 1.4 years old, so I don't suspect them, but with those items it is always better safe than sorry.

Tom
92 968...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 09-23-2008, 05:51 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,451
Posted By 968TomR
Thanks for all the input - and for bringing words of doom...

But I think I found the problem. See picture posted below.

http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploads14/IMG_23271222217303.jpg

The fact that I can smell the coolant when I am under the hood makes...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 09-23-2008, 11:46 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,451
Posted By 968TomR
Yes - Filled to the MIN level when cold. It was...

Yes - Filled to the MIN level when cold. It was just below there (I would say maybe 1 cm) when I added it on Sunday morning.

Tom

92 968 - Track Toy
99 528i - Family Truckster
96 Saturn -...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 09-23-2008, 10:38 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,451
Posted By 968TomR
I have no milkshake - so I don't think I have...

I have no milkshake - so I don't think I have coolant entering the oil. Also, I can only catch a slight whif of coolant and only under the hood. I will check the passenger footwell but I don't...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 09-23-2008, 10:01 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,451
Posted By 968TomR
I cannot find a suspected SLOW coolant leak. Any ideas?

When driving home from a DE this past Saturday I stopped to fill up with fuel. I popped the hood to check the oil and noticed a slight smell of coolant. I looked everywhere and could not find...
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