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Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 01-03-2013, 03:40 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,771
Posted By westwind999
I guess you got good versions of the Fram, they...

I guess you got good versions of the Fram, they all aren't bad and older versions were better than the newer ones.

Here's a pretty well done filter comparison:

Oil Filtration Comparisons From...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 01-03-2013, 01:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 537
Posted By westwind999
It depends a lot one what equipment you have. ...

It depends a lot one what equipment you have.

A method I've seen done before is to remove all the bolt on parts like doors, hatch seats etc and then lift the body off of the running gear. Then...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 01-03-2013, 01:04 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,442
Posted By westwind999
I'd do an oil analysis just to see what the...

I'd do an oil analysis just to see what the actual condition of the oil is like. If it hasn't run for 7 years though there might be some issue with corrosion inside as the oil drains off some...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 01-03-2013, 12:54 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,771
Posted By westwind999
Here's my 2 cents The Fram isn't going to...

Here's my 2 cents

The Fram isn't going to make your motor seize or blow up in the short term but would you really know if it failed to filter your oil properly? Say the media failed and had a...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 01-15-2011, 04:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,176
Posted By westwind999
I had to change the License Plate bulb before. ...

I had to change the License Plate bulb before. The tiny screws and nuts have to come off. Kinda tricky to do, to hold the nut on the inside and remove the screw from the outside but it went OK. I...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 06-14-2010, 03:28 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,534
Posted By westwind999
There's also a trans coupling that is behind the...

There's also a trans coupling that is behind the torque tube and in front of the transmission that may have broken. It's easy to check through the inspection hole.
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 05-30-2010, 07:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 768
Posted By westwind999
My odometer has been jumping at odd intervals. ...

My odometer has been jumping at odd intervals. Luckily it hasn't rolled 100's of thousands but it has been pretty random. Sometimes it rolls 100 miles in one or two miles. Haven't taken it apart...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 05-02-2010, 05:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 902
Posted By westwind999
I planning to start tearing into this thing this...

I planning to start tearing into this thing this week. I found some 12 point bits locally after going to a few different places so I think I'm ready.

I went through my receipts and found that...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 04-21-2010, 08:11 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 467
Posted By westwind999
Maybe it wants to go circle track racing? Go...

Maybe it wants to go circle track racing? Go fast, turn Left.
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 04-15-2010, 06:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 902
Posted By westwind999
So here are 3 possible choices, Centerforce Dual...

So here are 3 possible choices, Centerforce Dual Friction or Sachs Clutch kit at about $650 each or just a Sachs Friction Plate for $350. I think there is also a Centerforce standard clutch but I...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 04-14-2010, 07:32 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,848
Posted By westwind999
Have you checked the voltages after driving the...

Have you checked the voltages after driving the car for a couple days to see how they compare to a just charged battery? If the battery is drained down to 12.0V do you still get 13.8V when it's...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 04-13-2010, 02:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 902
Posted By westwind999
Would it be wise to order a CenterForce dual...

Would it be wise to order a CenterForce dual friction or something else a bit more durable since I don't really want to do this again in another 10,000 miles?
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 04-12-2010, 06:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 902
Posted By westwind999
How likely is it that a spring center clutch...

How likely is it that a spring center clutch would break? I've seen a lot of post about the rubber ones failing but there is usually chunks of rubber visible. The clutch was replaced not long...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 04-12-2010, 05:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 902
Posted By westwind999
What is this in the red circle? The picture...

What is this in the red circle?

The picture is from the oil pan side with the steel cover removed.

http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploads17/DSC000331271118344.jpg
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 04-12-2010, 05:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 902
Posted By westwind999
Yes, I did the steps above, I can see the...

Yes, I did the steps above, I can see the coupling turning when the back is jacked up. I removed the big plug at the transmission, in gear, clutch out, it turns easily
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 04-12-2010, 02:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 902
Posted By westwind999
I'm reluctant to start it again based on what I...

I'm reluctant to start it again based on what I saw so far. What would you think 3rd gear would indicate? Could I jack up the rear wheel and turn it while in third?

It didn't make noise unless I...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 04-11-2010, 07:15 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 850
Posted By westwind999
I don't think your additive choices are actually...

I don't think your additive choices are actually making any improvement. Lucas has been said to add air bubbles to the oil, air isn't the best lubricant. Teflon isn't even in Slick 50 any more...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 04-11-2010, 06:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 902
Posted By westwind999
I think something broke

I need a bit of help trying to figure out what happened.

My 1987 944s has no connection somewhere between the engine and the wheels. I jacked it up and had a look. What I found so far it it...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 03-20-2010, 09:24 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,366
Posted By westwind999
If you don't want problems with the engine you...

If you don't want problems with the engine you shouldn't run "Race" oil for 5,000 miles. It's intended to be changed each race. It doesn't have the same additives that protect a street engine from...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 03-04-2010, 04:22 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,167
Posted By westwind999
My 1987 944s has records for regular belt...

My 1987 944s has records for regular belt changes. It also had two broken belts with bent valves within the normal replacement. They're pretty big bills for the repairs, I don't think I'll stretch...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 02-12-2010, 02:39 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,643
Posted By westwind999
Anyone considered putting an old Supra motor in? ...

Anyone considered putting an old Supra motor in? I have an old 5M-GE I should measure up. About as bullet proof as a motor can get.
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 02-12-2010, 02:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 867
Posted By westwind999
Iirc

IIRC=If I Recall Correctly
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 02-10-2010, 06:39 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,643
Posted By westwind999
I'm kinda keen on the VW VR6 swap. There are a...

I'm kinda keen on the VW VR6 swap. There are a couple out there and I think it would make a better overall car than the 4.3. It kinda keeps it in the family too. VR6 is a reliable motor, weighs...
Forum: Mercedes Technical Forum 02-07-2010, 05:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,688
Posted By westwind999
Life is full of choices. If you put straight...

Life is full of choices.

If you put straight pipes in there is a pretty good chance the computer won't be happy. There is probably a way of tricking it that the cat is there. It will be tough to...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 10-29-2009, 03:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 650
Posted By westwind999
Tail Light Options

I noticed that below my Reverse Light there is a spot that looks like a bulb can go but there isn't one. Is there supposed to be one? If not is there a good option to add one?

Thanks
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