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Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 06-30-2009, 05:23 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,132
Posted By Calgary944
I wonder what market this car is for? I'm an...

I wonder what market this car is for? I'm an almost 40ish Gen-X and all I can think is WTF, no thanks. If I'm buying a *sedan* it'll be an Accord...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 06-22-2009, 11:01 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,314
Posted By Calgary944
The 75 lbs weight loss is somewhat noticeable in...

The 75 lbs weight loss is somewhat noticeable in 2nd & 3rd acceleration on your model. If where you are in Utah isn't too hot, then I'd remove it. I did the same thing and hooked up the fresh air...
Forum: Porsche Marketplace Discussion 05-13-2009, 11:18 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,112
Posted By Calgary944
Jeez those pipes stick so far out that he should...

Jeez those pipes stick so far out that he should tie little orange flags around the ends.
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 05-13-2009, 10:41 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 715
Posted By Calgary944
Jack, have you felt the sheet metal where the...

Jack, have you felt the sheet metal where the door stay attaches to the door and checked for a tear in the metal? That area is notorious for fatiguing over time.
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 05-12-2009, 12:01 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 583
Posted By Calgary944
Ah I'll check for rust. Makes sense since I've...

Ah I'll check for rust. Makes sense since I've had a fair bit of water in the area in the past. Thanks
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 05-11-2009, 11:18 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 583
Posted By Calgary944
CIS idling problem outta nowhere

The Targa got rain leaked a few years ago that killed the PO's power amp under the driver seat (useless extra weight anyway.) Always wondered if the O2 lambda computer got zapped too.

Started up...
Forum: Porsche Autocross and Track Racing 05-07-2009, 11:34 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,955
Posted By Calgary944
Don't know what kind of car you have, but after I...

Don't know what kind of car you have, but after I removed the AC system from my '81 SC, I routed the passenger side fresh-air duct into the center vents where the AC used to be hooked up. Lots more...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 05-21-2008, 09:08 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 523
Posted By Calgary944
I'll post a reply for the curious. Yes indeed...

I'll post a reply for the curious. Yes indeed the motor portion of the power window motor is compatible between the 84' 944 and the 81' SC. Swapped the motors and kept the SC compatible gear and...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 05-12-2008, 08:35 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 523
Posted By Calgary944
Power window motor compatibility

Has anyone refurbished a power window motor? The passenger window motor on my '81 SC is giving up the ghost and I just happen to have a good passenger window motor from an 84' 944. They're almost...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 05-01-2007, 10:33 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,189
Posted By Calgary944
Live your life to the fullest. The work and...

Live your life to the fullest. The work and money you've put into it are but a blip. In 20 or more years from now, don't look back with regret that the experience passed by you. These are special...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 09-10-2006, 10:24 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,325
Posted By Calgary944
My guess is that the top used to be attached to...

My guess is that the top used to be attached to the center air vents. A/C was added to the car and the center air vent hose is attached to the A/C blower.
Forum: Canada 08-30-2006, 09:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 455
Posted By Calgary944
I'll take 12 Corona.

I'll take 12 Corona.
Forum: Canada 08-25-2006, 08:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 455
Posted By Calgary944
'81 A/C Parts

I've removed my A/C system from my '81 Targa. It was working, though not too great. (Probably needed a charge.)

I'm willing to give up almost all of the parts (keeping a couple duct hoses for...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 05-17-2006, 11:29 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,232
Posted By Calgary944
I was grinding something (probably reverse) for...

I was grinding something (probably reverse) for the first month of owning my car. It wasn't until I read something here that suggested to take the 5 to 4 shift nice'n'slow.

Basically I pull out...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 05-11-2006, 11:45 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 12,661
Posted By Calgary944
Rad Hatter, I think if you're asking other...

Rad Hatter,

I think if you're asking other people if the car looks too low, then chances are you're probably not satisfied with the height and it will likely always be a mental irritation.

Your...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 05-10-2006, 10:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 971
Posted By Calgary944
My '81 911SC owner's manual describes "curb...

My '81 911SC owner's manual describes "curb weight" as "unladen with full tank". I take that to mean no people or items in the car, but a full tank of gas.

What I want to know is how heavy was...
Forum: Canada 05-09-2006, 12:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 950
Posted By Calgary944
I found the P-car dealer in Calgary has a pretty...

I found the P-car dealer in Calgary has a pretty large markup on parts. Last year I had some major work done on my 81' 911 to fix an oil leak and the cost of the parts was double what I could have...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 05-04-2006, 09:37 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 657
Posted By Calgary944
Thanks! Err, is a leaking axle gasket a...

Thanks!

Err, is a leaking axle gasket a serious problem? Or is it a "get to it when you have a chance" kind of thing?
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 05-04-2006, 01:13 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 657
Posted By Calgary944
What's this part, and do I have a tranny leak?

What's this part in the first photo? Can't find it in Bentley...

http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploads7/whatsthis1146730280.jpg


In the second photo, do I have a tranny leak? The liquid...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 04-25-2006, 11:36 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,333
Posted By Calgary944
I just removed the A/C from my '81 Targa. The...

I just removed the A/C from my '81 Targa. The A/C didn't work all that well - small vents, it doesn't get that hot in Calgary (usually), I'm never selling this car :-), and of course the Targa top...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 01-11-2006, 09:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,931
Posted By Calgary944
My SC blows too, barely. What I want to know is...

My SC blows too, barely. What I want to know is why the horn sounds much louder when the car alarm goes off. Does the alarm have it's own horn?
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 11-26-2005, 09:18 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,991
Posted By Calgary944
Thanks everyone for your kind words. Pelican is...

Thanks everyone for your kind words. Pelican is a fantastic forum and its a real pleasure to be able to contribute to it.

Mark (Grezdlitn): Looking forward to your write-ups. ;-)

Wil: Thanks...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 11-26-2005, 12:45 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,991
Posted By Calgary944
Marked the holes on the other side of the valance...

Marked the holes on the other side of the valance and drilled. Not quite so clean this time as the drill wandered a bit. Had to make the hole bigger to correct this. Fit the other side of the air...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 11-26-2005, 12:44 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,991
Posted By Calgary944
Before removing the trunk bolts, I propped the...

Before removing the trunk bolts, I propped the valance up with a small stool.
http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploads6/IMG_18281132993067.jpg

Removed the trunk bolts and cleaned the mounting...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 11-26-2005, 12:43 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,991
Posted By Calgary944
Front air dam install on '81 SC - detailed

I just installed a front air dam on my '81 SC Targa. The PO had been in a fender bender and only replaced the valance, which did not have pre-drilled holes. The car has a Carrera tail which, as I...
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