New to me 944 beater
Long time Watercooler Rennlister on the 928 forum, new to the 944 world.
In the next few days I will be trailer home a 1983 944 NA. It is currently stuck in reverse, starts right up, and drives backwards no problem. Hoping it's something to do with the linkage and not the transmission. The other big problem is the sunroof is missing, it blew off when he was trailer it home after backing on a trailer. Any wisdom on where to start on the linkage aspect such as pictures, diagrams, links to threads where other solved problems would be much appreciated. Also, any ideas on where to source reasonable priced used 944 parts. I certainly need a sunroof and possible front seats. https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...0aca8d7f7b.jpg https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...2628c5a0cb.jpg https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...9349f08fb9.jpg https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...3eff5a71da.jpg https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...284d8c83dd.jpg https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...c445cef177.jpg https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...7892aca1c9.jpg https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...931919a6af.jpg https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...e4ef969ad9.jpg https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...c69436660c.jpg Adding a few pictures just for fun. See who picks up first whats wrong with the "gravel" pictures. |
sorry double posted pics
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There are several good sources for used 944 parts. Plyhammer Parts is just one example.
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Hey Kurt -
Welcome to this tank :) Helluva way to purchase some of the 928 manhole cover wheels. I'm actively doing a build with one of my kids (you probably remember them from SITM - or not depending on level of Sobriety ;) ) Here's our build thread - https://rennlist.com/forums/924-931-...-the-blue.html There doesn't seem to be a Big Three like we see in the 928 world. It's actually interesting/exhausting to find parts. Interesting because there are MANY niche vendors in this space and exhausting as choice creates confusion for me. I like https://www.944online.com/ for new parts but also will shop Pelican, Vertex Automotive and others. I haven't tried but I'll be Roger is a good source for 924/944/968 parts. Ebay and DC Auto (www.dcauto.com) have been my sources for used parts as I haven't found an equivalent to 928 International. Good Luck! |
Actually the forged flats are made in 944 offset also (late 944) so they could be 944 wheels, although they are late offset wheels and appear to not be fitted with the spacers needed for an early offset car like that. It kinda looks like those are 928S4 offsets though, front 944 7" flat dish wheels have a little dish to them. The 928 7" has a bit of a bulge and the rear 8" have a bit of a dish.
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sweet exhaust setup!
http://www.clarks-garage.com has about every how-to I ever seem to need re: a 944/turbo. |
liking clarks garage!
Acrobat Printable Version IntroductionSloppy or difficult shifting on a manual transaxle is normally the result of shift linkage adjustment or worn shift linkage components. The follow procedure will describe how to check the shift linkages for 944s and 968s. We'll also look at repairing a worn shifter. Refer to the pictures below for shift linkage component locations. The locations are given in the procedures below within parenthesis with 944 parts shown first.944 SHIFT LINKAGEhttp://www.clarks-garage.com/graphic...ge-early-1.jpg Removing and Checking the Shift Lever944 Shifter / Linkage PartsShifter PartsPart NumberDescriptionDrawing ID 477 711 205 DShift Lever1 N 012 437 3Lock Washer16 944 424 229 00Bearing Shell10Transaxle Linkage 944 424 013 00Intermediate Shift Lever18 477 711 147 ABall Pin (2 required)28 968 SHIFT LINKAGEhttp://www.clarks-garage.com/graphic...kage-968-1.jpg 968 Shifter / Linkage PartsShifter PartsPart NumberDescriptionDrawing ID 944 424 015 02Shift Lever1 N 012 648 2Spring Clip17 944 424 231 00Bearing Shell12Transaxle Linkage 944 424 013 01Intermediate Shift Lever21 999 167 046 00Ball Pin (2 required)29 944 424 041 02Articulated Shaft30 Sloppy shifting can be the result of a worn shifter (1) pin or a broken bearing shell (10, 12). On the 968 shifter, there's also two bushings (19) for the shifter pin which may be worn and need replacing.
There are two adjustments for the shift lever. One is for the inclination toward the front or rear of the car. The other is for the side-to-side inclination. In the factory shop manuals, this is referred to as lateral inclination or transverse inclination. Unfortunately, in the 968 Manuals, it refers to the side-to-side inclination as transverse inclination, and in the 944 Manual, it refers to it as lateral inclination. So, to avoid confusion, we simply won't use those terms.
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Originally Posted by SamGrant951
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sweet exhaust setup!
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First of all, welcome. I hope you got it cheap... that looks like a serious a project! If you don't know the history, change the timing and balance shaft belts, it's and interference engine so broken belts = bent valves at least. While in there check or change the water pump and belt rollers.
I am on both 928 and this board... the good thing with 924/944s is that, as mentioned, Clark's Garage is great centralised resource for how-tos. Parts are less centralised so, as others have said, you have to search a bit harder. Another used part source is larts on eBay http://stores.ebay.com/Larts-Porsche...p2047675.l2563 Also check locally on Craigslist... there a lot of 944s out there and lot of people with spare parts laying about in the garage. Good luck and have fun! |
Originally Posted by auzivision
(Post 14646769)
... See who picks up first whats wrong with the "gravel" pictures.
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Wheels are on the wrong ends of the car on the gravel, no so on the grass.
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Originally Posted by SamGrant951
(Post 14647263)
sweet exhaust setup!
http://www.clarks-garage.com has about every how-to I ever seem to need re: a 944/turbo.
Originally Posted by elgy
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First of all, welcome. I hope you got it cheap... that looks like a serious a project!
However, don't feel bad putting a young man into a reliable Honda who doesn't know how nor can afford to keep an old Porsche on the road. Might even get him a job where I work.
Originally Posted by Jfrahm
(Post 14647825)
Wheels are on the wrong ends of the car on the gravel, no so on the grass.
Not sure I'll plate it for winter driving or just track/chump it off a trailer. If it runs decent, I may have to take a stab at wrapping it. yea, excellent wrapper... or maybe plasti dip? For now I'll park in my land for misfit toys so my wife doesn't see it. Need to find a cheap lid (sunroof panel) to keep the snow out. |
Nice find! You may not know this, but I have an embarrassingly large parts collection at the house from parting these things out over the years. So there is a pretty good chance I have some of what you need.
Wraps can be pretty pricey, just for material alone. If I were you I would go Rustoleum with a foam roller. That's how I did the white on the ChumpCar. Turned out pretty decent just rolled on, no sanding, etc. https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...d99b86f0af.jpg |
Congrats on the find. Should be a fun project.
The exhaust looks interesting. Maybe not in a good way. Might be possible to cut and paste for a better look and potentially improved function. Regarding the wheels. They look like they are from a 931 (924 turbo). Like this... https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...c7ae29f41d.jpg |
Congrats on the new ride! To help you get more familiar with the 944 platform, I'm including a link to our site's DIY tech articles. Please let us know if you have any questions or if we can assist with any part needs. Thanks!
http://www.pelicanparts.com/944/944tech_articles.htm |
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