paulcarragher

I have a 1979 928 manual transmission and I'm trying to find some one to fit a replacement engine in Houston, TX but struggling to find anyone to do it for me.

Does anyone have any suggestions?

docmirror

"Replacement" would indicate that you have a spare 1979 Porsche 928 engine handy. If that is the case, I would recommend bringing it up to Denton TX and contacting SeanR on this forum. He will do it for you. If you mean you want a non-Porshce 928 engine fitted, I think you might have to grab a wrench and get busy.

Welcome.

paulcarragher

Hi thanks for the reply, yes i have a spare 1979 928 engine to go in so its a straight replacement. I will contact Sean R now.

thanks for your help

docmirror

He might have a year wait list, but he is the go-to person for all things 928 in TX. The other thing you will need is a checkbook. Suggest you know what you are getting into before replacing the lump. If the rest of the car is in condition for an engine replacement, I would be - ahem, rather surprised.

good luck, keep us informed and don't forget the pics when you can.

paulcarragher

thanks

James Bailey

What is wrong with the engine in the car ?? And how fresh / complete is the 39 year old replacement ? Dropping it in is not a big deal but making it run right just might be...

paulcarragher

the old engine was seized, so it has been removed. the replacement engine was removed from a running vehicle earlier this year.

Wisconsin Joe

Well, you are still likely to be needing a general 'refresh' of it, even if it was running.

When was the intake refresh last done?
How long since the fuel system was gone through (this car is K-jet, it's very sensitive to dirt)?
How long for the TB/WP?

It's almost 40 years old.
Doing all the seals on the rotating stuff (crank & cams mostly) and the cam housing & head gaskets is a good idea, if not absolutely necessary.