Hi

Could anyone please point me to where I could get intsructions on how to remove (and replace) the airbox on my 1983 SC?


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Engine removal required, then you can see all of the fasteners. Plan to replace the oil pressure switch, thermostat o-ring, throttle bell crank bushings, injector sleeves and o-rings, runner sleeves and possibly, if needed, clutch related parts. Be aware that after the job is done cold control pressure should be checked/adjusted, the CO% must be set, and the sensor plate adjustment must be done. Working clean is absolutely necessary. You should have a factory manual at hand for the job.

 

Wow! That seems to be a bit beyond me. Perhaps I should take it to the dealer.

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Mike... where are you located? You would probably be better served to take the car to an independant shop in your area known for older porsches. I think you will save money, and quite possibly may have someone with more know how and tricks of the trade working on your car.

 

Though to play devil's advocate, the SC engine is one of the easiest to remove and reinstall that I have ever run across. The air box job is not all that bad if you are able to stay organized and clean.
You will not be able to set the CO% afterwords though.

 

The suggestion to find a good, experienced, independent is a wise one. Dealer mechanics that know and love our twenty-five + year old cars these days are a vanishing breed. Not to mention labor rates approaching $160/hr in some parts of the country. I'd much rather pay an experienced technician his hourly rate than pay a flat-rate based system at the dealer. Check the PCA (Porsche Club of America) web site for information that might lead to a solid recommendation for a shop.

 

Dealer......, dealer..., DEALER?!

AARGHHH!!!

 

WTF???

 

i think he meant STEALER ...

 

JV911: Yep, I've recently been told that is the going rate at Beverly Hills P&A, and other SoCal dealers are not far behind... I said the same thing that you did!

 

We have a shop here with the best reputation that I know with a labor rate of $100.00/hour. His own 911 has 800HP so he must be good.

search: 800hp

 

Thanks for all the input. I am convinced it is not a DIY project, well not me! I am based in England and there is a local independent, but so far I have managed to avoid all comercial mechanics. It had to come some time.

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Good luck with it, Mike.

 

One last question. I know there is something because the idle is lumpy, but i nevery other respect the car is normal. Should I get it fixed? Might I be doing damage?

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