$100 '79 924 Project
01-21-2011, 04:21 PM
#31
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The 2.0 924 engine is bullet proof. It may be maxed out in terms of NA power at around 135 or 140 hp, but it is dead reliable and very easy to work on. When I rebuilt mine I put in euro pistons and a big valve head and hotter cam and it was a great runner. Not to mention, even with high miles and unknown maintenance the bores were still perfect. In my opinion there are more reasons to keep the 2.0 engine than dump it.
01-21-2011, 04:29 PM
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Your best bet really would be to part that car out and buy an 86 or newer 944. Lots of improvements, larger motor, better wiring, much better fuel management....and still plenty to tinker with
01-21-2011, 04:48 PM
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well that was my point. no disrespect to any young person wishing to drive a nice, project car. but, look at the bigger picture.. you buy a car for about 3 grand and you're further ahead after fewer steps. does anyone know when they upgraded the cars to the thin rust-resistant layer ?
1. get the timing system right. radiator flush, and complete tuneup including your fuel filter.
2. shop around for a nice set of wheels.
3. buff the paint or get minor body work and respray.
4. pull the carpet, clean and re-dye.
5. clean up the interior pieces with SEM, and get the driver's seat redone.
6. start shopping around for spare parts.... including spare brake discs and suspension items.
some route like that.
1. get the timing system right. radiator flush, and complete tuneup including your fuel filter.
2. shop around for a nice set of wheels.
3. buff the paint or get minor body work and respray.
4. pull the carpet, clean and re-dye.
5. clean up the interior pieces with SEM, and get the driver's seat redone.
6. start shopping around for spare parts.... including spare brake discs and suspension items.
some route like that.
Last edited by odurandina; 01-21-2011 at 05:26 PM. Reason: had to take an important call
01-21-2011, 05:54 PM
#34
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01-21-2011, 06:15 PM
#36
oh jesus, people. he got it for $100. if he can get it running with some spare hours and a few parts, awesome. if he can't, he'll still learn some wrenching. sometimes a cheap fun car is just a cheap fun car.
01-21-2011, 06:30 PM
#37
If the rust is only cosmetic and light build-up, you can use a 10-15% soln. Phosphoric acid and swab it on until the rust turns charcoal/black...instant primer. If it's deeply pitted, get out the wire brushes.
01-21-2011, 07:04 PM
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01-21-2011, 08:26 PM
#40
Ouch, tell me about it. Mine was "free," and "in great shape." I've put ~$2500 into it (at a steeply discounted rate, no less), and still haven't even been able to drive the thing.
01-21-2011, 09:11 PM
#41
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Begin with the $50 Paint job.
Why? Once you begin to work on the engine and electrics you will have motivation to keep at it.
http://www.rickwrench.com/index79mas...llarpaint.html
GL-- Pulling hair out in frustration optional--see previous thread.
John
Why? Once you begin to work on the engine and electrics you will have motivation to keep at it.
http://www.rickwrench.com/index79mas...llarpaint.html
GL-- Pulling hair out in frustration optional--see previous thread.
John
01-21-2011, 10:30 PM
#42
My advice is to get the car running and have some fun with it. After it is running then he can decide whether to continune with the project. And as far as the 86 or newer 944. What is the reason for that? Actually I know the common reasons but those usually come from people who have not had both. I have both and prefer the 83 for lots of reasons that I do not have time to detail in someone elses thread. Whether it is a 83na or 87na, they are all very similiar cars and it mostly comes down to personal preference.
01-22-2011, 12:25 AM
#44
Burning Brakes
yeah I'm quoting myself but this is the best path. As mentioned earlier DO check the battery cables--I had a negative cable fail on my pristine 924 Turbo with 53k miles and it used the return spring for the shifter as its new ground point...almost burnt the car to the ground. I got spooked and added a second ground right from the battery!
01-22-2011, 06:06 AM
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looks like a great starter project. i would first buy a porsche service manual set for the car. while you are waiting on that, pull the seats and carpet and get the thing cleaned and smelling fresh. this will take some work but will be worth the effort. start reading faq's here on the forum and read some writeups and start shopping for replacement parts to get this bad boy back on the road!
the car is definatly due for some majpr service such as a timing belt/water pump, external engine gaskets, air and fuel filters, t-stat, belts hoses, cooling system and fuel system flush, oil change, vacuum line replacement, diff and trans oil change etc.
congrants on picking up a really cool project car! keep us updated with pics!
the car is definatly due for some majpr service such as a timing belt/water pump, external engine gaskets, air and fuel filters, t-stat, belts hoses, cooling system and fuel system flush, oil change, vacuum line replacement, diff and trans oil change etc.
congrants on picking up a really cool project car! keep us updated with pics!