H2

I just ordered a set of 968 gas hoses for the front of my '94 968 (fire prevention move) and Porsche was unable to find any in the US and they're now coming from Germany. Is this a part that someday will be NLA? Nor did the usual suppliers have them in stock.

BTW, I called a half-dozen places...and prices on one hose ranged from $50.40 to $70 plus. I didn't mind paying more if I could get quick delivery but if they all have to come from Germany anyway, who pay more?

Harvey

ibkevin

Shipping from Ger is very typical and I wouldn't get too excited about them becomiing NLA, plenty of quality aftermarket stuff out there.

H2

I was just thinking the 968 may soon be in the parts situation of the 928. For example, in 928s (according to 928 International Parts):

"the fuel injection brains for all 1980-1984 are no longer made, The printed circuit for the dash instruments (a common failure item) is NLA for years 1982-1984.... Most of the owners manuals are NLA, Factory workshop manuals NLA, there are so many NLA items it is basically impossible to list them all. I believe that auto makers who sell cars in the US are only REQUIRED to supply parts for ten years....The front engine harness for the alternator oil senders starter etc. for early cars has been NLA for sometime and ALWAYS needs replacing so Carl at 928 Motorsports MAKES them ! The other issue in my opinion is that Porsche still makes the part but has repeatedly increased the price. Like a mass airflow sensor used on all 1985-1995 cars new list at Porsche is now $1,634.95 or A/C control heads at about $1,000 new .The top of the engine LH harness 1985-1995 is $900-$1,200 depending on year and while they may be working fine but if you start moving wires around like removing the intake or plumbing a supercharger then you have problems as wires short out and connector blocks fall apart in your hands. Most of the 928s are now 20 years or more old , I remember being in college and driving a 1947 Plymouth in 1967 and that WAS A REALLY OLD CAR ! The fact that so many old 928s are still driving around is testament to how well they were built. There is no way to KNOW when Porsche will use up the existing supply of any part and decide NOT to reorder any more they obviously track sales history look at what the new cost to produce will be and the minimum order quantity and decide if they will make money on the part if not then it is NLA....

Harvey

89AZ944

Harvey-

I know a Rennlister who does custom fuel lines:
http://www.pauertuning.com/
He might be willing to do a set for the 968 if you give him a holler.....

Brad E.
89AZ944

H2

Good link. Thanks.

Harvey