10 (or more) things to do to make your 944 much better
08-05-2007, 09:33 PM
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The O2 sensor only has an effect on the Motronic programming at idle, IIRC. Ours are closed loop systems (use only pre-defined spark and fuel maps, no sensor input). I'm too lazy to go look it up, but I'm pretty sure that's the deal. Maybe you did a few other things at the same time? Air filter, plugs, wires...?
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Originally Posted by Mamooguy
Here's mine: replace the oxygen sensor if you're still on the original. After changing mine I noticed a distinct improvement in gas mileage.
08-05-2007, 09:50 PM
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I just won the auction for the manual Saratoga top last night, but not at his reserve. I called him to make an offer, and he's sticking to $600+shipping. I would have seriously considered 600 shipped, and told him so. He starts talking about how he estimates $100 shipping, but that's not a firm quote.
I can see where he has 88% feedback- there's a gap in communication when you talk to him on the phone. He can keep the roof at that price, too- how many factory manual roof cars are out there? GL unloading it.
As far as a good 944 fix, I can do a writeup on polishing cookie cutter/Fuchs lips. I gathered a lot of information from here and experimented with a few different things.
Also, I had an annoying side-to-side shifter rattle when it was in a gate. Step on the throttle at any speed and the stick would shake. New CV joints, bolts, and boots fixed it.
I can see where he has 88% feedback- there's a gap in communication when you talk to him on the phone. He can keep the roof at that price, too- how many factory manual roof cars are out there? GL unloading it.
As far as a good 944 fix, I can do a writeup on polishing cookie cutter/Fuchs lips. I gathered a lot of information from here and experimented with a few different things.
Also, I had an annoying side-to-side shifter rattle when it was in a gate. Step on the throttle at any speed and the stick would shake. New CV joints, bolts, and boots fixed it.
08-06-2007, 01:25 PM
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Originally Posted by xsboost90
i went to a porsche shop that was clearing out old inventory when i first bought my car. THey had a saratoga top, in the box, new, for $35!!! I however didnt know how much they were worth and my bud said "i'll buy it!" He sold that thing for over $400!!!! Damn i wish they had two of them!
08-07-2007, 08:02 PM
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+ 1 on Throttle cam change
+ 1 on hood shocks (once a year in the AZ heat)
No one has mentioned headlamps - I replaced mine with a set from Rennbay and the difference is fantastic (avoiding the night/day pun)
Interior/courtesy light switches in the doors - found that the rubber boot and the switch (same part # as E-Brake switch) had corroded. Be careful taking out that phillips head screw so you don't lose the back of the switch in the fender
Cleaning window switches - several good guides on cleaning 20 years of grime from any of the console/window switches are out there.
Heater Clip on late cars - Just like the belts, it's not a question of if, it's a question of when. Possibly the cheapest dealer part out there.
Sunroof gears/motor - Check the gears for stripping, lubricate/replace as needed, check out Clark's for a guide on setting your torque settings (I'm still struggling with mine).
Replace rubber intake boot - cracks you cannot see can be on the underside.
I'm sure I had some more but I am at work and focused on that for now.....LOL
+ 1 on hood shocks (once a year in the AZ heat)
No one has mentioned headlamps - I replaced mine with a set from Rennbay and the difference is fantastic (avoiding the night/day pun)
Interior/courtesy light switches in the doors - found that the rubber boot and the switch (same part # as E-Brake switch) had corroded. Be careful taking out that phillips head screw so you don't lose the back of the switch in the fender
Cleaning window switches - several good guides on cleaning 20 years of grime from any of the console/window switches are out there.
Heater Clip on late cars - Just like the belts, it's not a question of if, it's a question of when. Possibly the cheapest dealer part out there.
Sunroof gears/motor - Check the gears for stripping, lubricate/replace as needed, check out Clark's for a guide on setting your torque settings (I'm still struggling with mine).
Replace rubber intake boot - cracks you cannot see can be on the underside.
I'm sure I had some more but I am at work and focused on that for now.....LOL
