mazdaverx7

^^this is true on the haynes manual but its better than nothing if you dont have the factory service manual.

Mike C.

I did my first clutch using the Haynes- I agree it was a lot better than nothing and only cost $20..

AScholtes

or get the factory manuals online

944Ross

Factory service manuals: http://www.eucc.dk/

The Haynes isn't too bad for early 944's but it has precious little in the way of updates for the later cars.

For the engine bay paint, couldn't you just spray it black? it goes with everything.

dpoul34

well, get ready then. I'm going to outfit the garage to start this project today. First thing, a heater. Massachusetts garages are damn cold!

Kerry Chadderton

This is gonna get good!

Good luck!

Cyberpunky

maybe paint outside original colour, rather than converting it into another guards red model by painting engine bay?

just an idea
peace

Kerry Chadderton

I agree. Original color!

BTW, Ross, great link! I love the chapter "END OF VEHICLE LIFE DISPOSAL"! Classic!

dpoul34

So relying on the wealth of knowledge, here goes.

Best place to buy rims for a 944, and

best/cheapest place to have front seats recovered in leather. I can ship them.

AScholtes

Leather... Classic 9 is one of the best... google them

Not sure on the rims... are you wanting OEM of that era or other aftermarket/OEM for a more modern appearance?

Mike C.

I have one of those kerosene 'torpedo' heaters in my 2 car garage (insulated). It's 60,000 BTU and really warms it up nicely.

dpoul34

anyone know if seats out of a 85 928 will fit in a 1987 944?

odurandina

no need. there's a couple of reliable upholsterers.... coincidentally, both are in Norwood.

AZ Auto Upholstery, and Redrum Fabrics.

ZR8ED

+1 Cheap and easy. A bit noisy with the fan running, but it sure warms things up nicely. Not too smelly, but you can smell it. FYI buy one with the thermostat. I wish I had bought mine with one.

Another .02cents. Prep your garage BEFORE starting the project. Clean it up, make your work area clean and organized. Sort out your tools as well. Its a good motivator to get you working in the garage. Then put in an lcd home theatre system and a nice chair. So you can relax in the garage when your wife gets mad at all the time you spend in the garage, and then banishes you to suffer in the garage/mancave! (not that I know about any of that stuff )

dpoul34

That's funny. Seven years ago, I wanted to buy a 944 and my wife told me if I got her a boob job, she'd help me get the car.

I kept up my end of the bargain and then she divorced me. So I can spend whatever time I want in the garage!!

Already thinking about the garage. Going to buy a heater and upright tool chest to get things organized and cleaned. First thing though, snowblow the 12+ inches of snow!