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Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 08-23-2010, 10:34 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 628
Posted By M758
88 944 10.2:1 compression and 158 hp as...

88 944

10.2:1 compression and 158 hp as claimed by the factory per SAE ratings. Requires 91 octane gas.


Compression was increase form 9.5:1 to 10.2:1 by using a small dish in the pistons....
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 08-23-2010, 10:28 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 984
Posted By M758
It is an Audi part. I don't have a part...

It is an Audi part.


I don't have a part number. Check out 944cup.com They pretty popular there.
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 08-18-2010, 09:33 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,956
Posted By M758
you are drunk! 944 values are still...

you are drunk!



944 values are still low. The only thing I can see changing is that finding nice ones is hard. You may infact have to pay quite a bit to get a really good condition 944.
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 08-17-2010, 01:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 773
Posted By M758
Right! :)

Right! :)
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 08-17-2010, 11:21 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 984
Posted By M758
start with smaller diameter tires 205/50 R15 on...

start with smaller diameter tires 205/50 R15 on 15x7 or 15x6 wheels. Then look for a 4.10 gearset.
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 08-17-2010, 11:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 445
Posted By M758
if the car is an 85.5 then yes. It is drop in...

if the car is an 85.5 then yes. It is drop in replacement. Although due to different gearing the car will feel slower.

If the car is an 85 then you need to swap the mounts. Again the car will...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 08-17-2010, 05:58 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 773
Posted By M758
Before you change the pump install the seal with...

Before you change the pump install the seal with goop around it. The same stuff you use to seal the pump to the block. Loctite 574 or something like that. I just saw a shop around here installing...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 08-16-2010, 07:14 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 11,442
Posted By M758
If you have oil leaks then synthetic is more...

If you have oil leaks then synthetic is more likely to find them. Engines is tiny oil leaks on dino oil can turn into big ones on synthetic. All this means is that you have an oil leak. You have...
Forum: Porsche Autocross and Track Racing 08-13-2010, 07:18 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,253
Posted By M758
I don't, but it is a good place to learn becuse...

I don't, but it is a good place to learn becuse of the limit gear changes and little to hit in case of an error.


I have also been left foot braking on the street. It takes time to trail the...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 08-12-2010, 01:26 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,979
Posted By M758
Ok, I missed the part about no cat. I believe...

Ok, I missed the part about no cat. I believe some non-usa markets got them.

Beyond that I wonder if you are using a different dyno or have an issue. 123 whp about what I would expect a...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 08-12-2010, 09:24 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,979
Posted By M758
$200 for 5hp? I would buy it really fast. ...

$200 for 5hp? I would buy it really fast. However I would need confirm that with a back to back dyno run on my 944. I would be happy to pay for the dyno run.

remember though. I need to keep...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 08-12-2010, 07:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,282
Posted By M758
I belive replacing used stock cat with a test...

I belive replacing used stock cat with a test pipe is easy 7-10 hp peak. It may not help the lower end of the curve, but the upper end it helps. The muffler is not big factor. I run stock headers,...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 08-12-2010, 07:51 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,979
Posted By M758
Remove the cat and I bet you can pickup 7 hp...

Remove the cat and I bet you can pickup 7 hp easy. May be 10 hp. Most 944 spec cars put out 128 to 135 whp based on dynojet. I don't know any 944 spec racer that uses a cat converter.

One of...
Forum: Porsche Autocross and Track Racing 08-11-2010, 12:00 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,952
Posted By M758
Bill covered alot, but it all comes down to...

Bill covered alot, but it all comes down to weight, diameter, sidewall and width.

Overall diameter can have a big impact as it changes the final drive usally short is better.

Width - Wider is...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 08-11-2010, 11:52 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,979
Posted By M758
I have never seen one. Intake (before the AFM)...

I have never seen one. Intake (before the AFM) is legal to modify in 944 spec yet the fast cars run a stock airbox.

Sucking air from the fender is already a cool spot.
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 08-11-2010, 07:25 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,979
Posted By M758
Jim, Back in the days of chips and headers...

Jim,
Back in the days of chips and headers we had people looking for power in these areas. Results were in general poor. It took alot of money for virtually no gain. However in racing...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 08-11-2010, 07:16 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,979
Posted By M758
Again B/S.... The stock Porsche Airbox is good...

Again B/S.... The stock Porsche Airbox is good cold air intake. Most aftermarket system rob hp. I have been looking NA hp for 8 years and always seen the same thing.

Now I have see guys...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 08-11-2010, 07:13 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,979
Posted By M758
I call B/S on this too. 7 hp I would notice. I...

I call B/S on this too. 7 hp I would notice. I have raced aginst car with chips and 7hp is not gain people see. It just is not. 2-4 hp is possible that is all. The only time a chip made a...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 08-10-2010, 08:34 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,979
Posted By M758
It will add 2 or mayby 3 hp if you are lucky. ...

It will add 2 or mayby 3 hp if you are lucky.

If you are unlucky your will blow a headgasket or crack rings This rare, but I have heard of it happening.

You will need to run 91 octane or...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 08-10-2010, 08:31 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,192
Posted By M758
the axles change in 85. The early offset and...

the axles change in 85. The early offset and late offset use the same axles. The change in axle length came with change from steel rear trailing arms to aluminum rear trailing arms.

I don't...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 08-09-2010, 11:35 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,484
Posted By M758
my 83 944 had the mounts for the rear sway bar,...

my 83 944 had the mounts for the rear sway bar, but did not come with one. My 84 did have the optional bars I used used the 84 bits on the 83 to bolt up the rear bar. I would guess most if not all...
Forum: Porsche Autocross and Track Racing 08-09-2010, 09:23 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,253
Posted By M758
There is alot to had in proper brake technique. ...

There is alot to had in proper brake technique. Stabing the brakes is bad as it can cause lock up before you get weight transfer on the front tires. However you can't be too gentle either. You...
Forum: Porsche Autocross and Track Racing 08-09-2010, 09:18 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,010
Posted By M758
I see nothing strange at all. Nice car on small...

I see nothing strange at all. Nice car on small compact trailer. Other not being able to carry spares it is deicent way to transport a car. I tow my 944 spec iwth 24 foot enclosed trailer. I do...
Forum: Porsche 924/944/968 Technical Forum 08-09-2010, 09:11 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,191
Posted By M758
I have gotten a gearbox strapped to pallet and...

I have gotten a gearbox strapped to pallet and shipped truck frieght LTL and I picked up at the local distribuion center for the company.

I also got one UPS. It was wrapped bubble wrap, cardboard...
Forum: Porsche 944 Turbo and Turbo S 05-10-2010, 12:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,218
Posted By M758
Do you want the 50lbs crank to fall on your head?...

Do you want the 50lbs crank to fall on your head?

Pull the engine.
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