New here, would like someone to point me in direction to learn more
09-03-2002, 01:45 AM
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New here, would like someone to point me in direction to learn more
Hi, i'm new here.
I was directed over here from advice by someone on the <a href="http://www.supraforums.com" target="_blank">www.supraforums.com</a> and so far i like what i see.
My brother and I are going to be going this wednesday to look and more than likely buy this 1973 911 T. It is REALLY a cherry car....75,000 original miles and it was repainted a bright red-orange metallic. Just screams look at me...hehehe.
Anyway, i am more of a american motors man but do enjoy all forms of engines and learning about them. From what i can gather the porsche we are going to look at has a 2.4l flat 6 and it produces about 140hp and about 200ftlbs of torque in a 2500lb (dry) body. Sound correct so far?
Now, i'm assuming since the car is a manual that it more than likely is going to have some really fun gearing to make the car scoot around in 1st and 2nd gear and more than likely die off in 3rd. Am i correct on that too?
Finally, i know my brother and i are going to enjoy this car is just looks like its going to be a lot of fun to drive, but he wants me to coax about another 40-50hp out of it. Im pretty mechanicallly inclinded having built my own 89 twin turbo camaro.
I just need to be pointed in the right direction
Thanks for any help
Jimmy
I was directed over here from advice by someone on the <a href="http://www.supraforums.com" target="_blank">www.supraforums.com</a> and so far i like what i see.
My brother and I are going to be going this wednesday to look and more than likely buy this 1973 911 T. It is REALLY a cherry car....75,000 original miles and it was repainted a bright red-orange metallic. Just screams look at me...hehehe.
Anyway, i am more of a american motors man but do enjoy all forms of engines and learning about them. From what i can gather the porsche we are going to look at has a 2.4l flat 6 and it produces about 140hp and about 200ftlbs of torque in a 2500lb (dry) body. Sound correct so far?
Now, i'm assuming since the car is a manual that it more than likely is going to have some really fun gearing to make the car scoot around in 1st and 2nd gear and more than likely die off in 3rd. Am i correct on that too?
Finally, i know my brother and i are going to enjoy this car is just looks like its going to be a lot of fun to drive, but he wants me to coax about another 40-50hp out of it. Im pretty mechanicallly inclinded having built my own 89 twin turbo camaro.
I just need to be pointed in the right direction
Thanks for any help
Jimmy
09-03-2002, 09:26 AM
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Jimmy,
You may want to pick up a copy of Bruce Anderson's "Porsche 911 Performance Handbook". He covers your questions, including what can be done to the engine and other components.
You may want to pick up a copy of Bruce Anderson's "Porsche 911 Performance Handbook". He covers your questions, including what can be done to the engine and other components.
09-03-2002, 12:44 PM
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Also, if you havent already checkout the tech pages on this site, <a href="http://tech.rennlist.com/." target="_blank">http://tech.rennlist.com/.</a> The early FAQ and the 911 FAQ contain tons of usefull info.
09-03-2002, 02:36 PM
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Although you will be able to discern problems obvious for most cars, it will be very difficult for you to learn and understand all of the subtilties of the 911quickly.
I highly suggest you get a PPI from a reputable Porsche mechanic. It will be the best 100-150 bucks you'll ever invest in that car.
I highly suggest you get a PPI from a reputable Porsche mechanic. It will be the best 100-150 bucks you'll ever invest in that car.
09-03-2002, 11:22 PM
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Jimmy:
The US model 1973 911T produced 140 hp @ 5700 rpms (as you state above) and 148.5 ft. lbs of torque @ 4000 rpms.
You'll find that 911's pull hard in all gears. It's a different feel than the low end torque of US cars. These cars do like to be rev'd.
Good luck,
Jay
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The US model 1973 911T produced 140 hp @ 5700 rpms (as you state above) and 148.5 ft. lbs of torque @ 4000 rpms.
You'll find that 911's pull hard in all gears. It's a different feel than the low end torque of US cars. These cars do like to be rev'd.
Good luck,
Jay
90 964