Can anyone direct me to where all the special tools can be purchased? Or they another taboo item that is exclusive to Porsche? Thanks! Dallas

 

So far I've found all you need is a 5 mm hex 6mm hex 10 and 13 mm wrench

 

<a href="http://www.baumtools.com/english/index.cfm" target="_blank">http://www.baumtools.com/english/index.cfm</a>

<a href="http://www.pelicanparts.com" target="_blank">http://www.pelicanparts.com</a>

 

Performance Products.

 

[quote]Originally posted by Red 944:
<strong>So far I've found all you need is a 5 mm hex 6mm hex 10 and 13 mm wrench</strong><hr></blockquote>

I take it you haven't replaced you timing belt yet, or your water/oil seals (o-rings) in the oil cooler. These are both regular jobs for the 944.

 

Tabor..THanks for the laugh.

In addition to the tools, having a plastic surgeon provide you with double wrists would be helpful..

Some of the advertisers in Excellence magazine have tools available. As far as a collection to start with, I would recommend a full set of 3/8 and 1/2 drive metric sockets, extensions and box wrenches in sizes up to 22mm. Don't need them all at once, buy as required. Harbor Freight has reasonably priced socket sets that are quite servicable. I think they have a combo of 1/4, 3/8 and 1/2 for about $50. Metric nut drivers an a few good phillips screwdrivers are good. And, for the electrical problems, buy an inexpensive volt-ohmmeter. Heck, Christmas is coming. Let your family and friends know what you REALLY want.

 

For the 944-specific tools (belt tension gage, flywheel lock, etc.), try Zim's or Paragon.

Performance Products no doubt has 'em, but is likely to be overpriced, in my experience.

<a href="http://www.allzim.com" target="_blank">www.allzim.com</a> or <a href="http://www.paragon-products.com" target="_blank">www.paragon-products.com</a>

(ISTR that Tabor found an even cheaper source for the tension gage at a 928 site, but I've lost the link for it.)

Jim, not gonna pay $60.00 for no dam' $20.00 heater vavle...

 

Zimms has the belt guage for $440. <a href="http://www.928gt.com" target="_blank">928gt.com</a> has them for $380.

 

Thanks Guys! The only tools I need or want are the specialty tools i.e. Tensioner gage etc. I need the oil cooler tool(s) now, the T belt isn't due for another 12k. T belt was done with a borrowed 9201 but I am considering owning my own and share with others as they need. Another tool crib to utilize! I can't be much help on tech questions but I can help in other ways! I will look into these sites and see what is offered! Thanks for the replies!! Dallas <img src="graemlins/beerchug.gif" border="0" alt="[cheers]" />

 

Depending upon the job you can save yourself a lot of money if you become a Rennlist member and join the tool club. It's only $20 and Jay (Toolmaster) has a bunch of stuff that has saved me hundreds of dollars over the last month alone. If you want to buy your own, I second the Harbor Freight reccomendation and for Porsche specific tools call Sidney at VERTEX or go to VERTEXAUTO.COM. They generally have the best prices on parts and stuff although some people here on the Rennlist don't like them. There are a lot of options, you just need to chose the right one for your budget and your goals.

James...

 

Sorry, I didn't realize your already a Rennlist member. Email Jay at Jayc@rennlist.com and he'll give you the details for the tool club.

James Hamm....

 

[quote]Originally posted by Tabor Kelly:
<strong>Zimms has the belt guage for $440. <a href="http://www.928gt.com" target="_blank">928gt.com</a> has them for $380.</strong><hr></blockquote>

Thanks, Tabor! I was wondering where you'd been.

(Notice that you're only missed when somebody needs something ...)

Jim, ain't friends wonderful?

 

Or you could try the wonderful world of ebay...Do ya feel lucky?

<a href="http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1870568651" target="_blank">9201 Auction</a>

 

Another good source (and good prices) can be found at <a href="http://www.sirtools.com" target="_blank">www.sirtools.com</a>

 

Paragon, Zims and Pelican are all good, too, I'm sure. Performance Products is expensive, but they have good customer service, a good return policy, and they will sell you the item at the price other people advertise.