Ski

Ok, as fall fast approaches, then the ole tale of winter..what have you got planned for your P-Car? engine rebuild, tranny rebuild, repaint, suspension...

I am going to build a spare motor over the winter, standard 2.5L, head is out for refresh. Funny how you fit a complete
2.5L on an engine stand, one small container of oil, and a 36 quart ice chest with everything labeled in freezer bags.
Sorry about the quality of the photo..

ewainwright

I wih that I possed the skills that you guys have on rebuilding these motors

buckshot

after last winter i hope only some minor projects.
last winter was, seat upholstry, rebuilt control arms, fix cruise control
replace stereo, fix dash lights(brighter) wheel and tire upgrade
to 17"chrome turbo twists, replaced shifter **** and boot, replaced stone guards, replaced rear hatch unlocking microswitch and re-sealed hatch.
this winter, is replace shocks and struts (need advice on what to install)??
some minor paint work on front end, repair minor dash cracks (advice on what to do here)????
and i'm sure i'll find some more things as i go on....
good luck on all your winter projects...
buckshot wi
89 s2
guards red with linen interior

pete944

I'll be doing the Rennbay balljoint kit, Koni yellows in the rear (fronts too if I can come up with some cash), painting the cam cover, replacing the radiator hoses, replacing the warped and cracked coverlay, and saving money for a paint job. If I can get all that done, I'll be happy.

Sami951

Depending on where I store the car, either nothing or a vacuum line overhaul, which would probably lead to detailing & polishing stuff in the engine bay too... I'd also love to re-finish my brake calipers, they look like crap at the moment. We'll see...

Jon Moeller

Ski,
That's pretty impressive, and ambitious. I'd like to do that one day. Hopefully, in the next few years. I think I need to buy a house first, as the land-lords and the fiancee would not approve of a rebuild in the living room. ;-)

In the meantime, a new suspension should be in by late October/early November. This winter, I hope to find the space to refresh the head, and do the timing belt/water pump. If there's time/money, I'll also do a full rebuild of the steering system.

-Jon
'88 951

pete944

I forgot to add the dash lights to the list. I also need to replace the voltage regulator but I'll do that before winter.
Hey buckshot, how much was the hatch microswich? I may need one too.

ELLSSUU

HHmmmmmm. Winter here is the best time to drive but I do have a list:

-Replace Radiator
-Vacumn Line Overhaul
-Oil Cooler Seals
-Re-finish Calipers (Silver or Speed Yellow)
-Polish Intake
-Clearcoat the inside of my Twists
-Find a new driver's side door panel
-Hacksaw Koni's up front

hacker-pschorr

Took the 944S apart last winter, time to assemble it. Rob bearing scratched the heck out of the motor. Bought a replacement short block. Drilling (not knife edging) the crank.
Baffling the oil pan
Accusump system
I might even do oil squirter's.
944 Turbo forged rods. Other than that, keeping it stock for now. Supercharger in the future.

928 just popped a head gasket. So that will be coming apart as well this winter. Fun fun. Glad the Audi is running strong, knock on wood.

pikey7

Gonna replace the engine next weekend, then drive like a mada$$ through the snow!

Project??? Mostly that'll involve keeping warm! (Beer and Females involved, not cars........)

badass951

I am considering painting my brake calipers over the winter - either red or just freshen up the black paint. I also want to paint the rear brake hats, since the front ones are from Kokeln and are anodized, I think I should probably touch up the rusty ones in the rear. From there I will do anything I can earn enough money for, such as a test pipe (to replace my bored cat), bigger injectors, MAF/MAP, new tires, etc.

EZRider

Install new two tone "swim suit" seat covers
Replace radiator
Replace Turbopump's sensor
Install Sony Xplode CD/Stereo with Audiobahn speakers
Install Iceshark's wiring upgrade
Install M030 front/rear sway bar kit
Replace shifter/boot and probably a worn bushing/pin
Install updated Hella headlights
Remove wheels & clean/polish inside/out
Install cryogenic cooled twin turbines <- kidding!

buckshot

hey 944 pete, i have an extra micro switch, weather proof which is needed!
had to order 2 from my electronics wholesaler, you can have it, FREE.
you will need to wire it in to the harness as it is only the switch!
just need your mailing address!
buckshot wi

David Floyd

Bret,

This just a backup engine ?

Guru Link EFI when that comes out other than that I am just driving this winter.

TMH

Selling my 944. Too many vehicles!

Tom