MainePorsche

I'll give you a call at the shop to speak of the options. What's a good time or a bad time in your day ?
Really, thanks for thoughtful attention.

GregBBRD

That I can not predict. Totally depends on what I'm doing, at that particular time. Mary will let you know, when you call. You have to tell her who you are and what you want, to even have a chance of getting through, BTW. She's my "phone filter".

G8RB8

That was Greg. I think they're gone.

GregBBRD

Still have some. Brand new Porsche Factory '87 units, with limited slips.

Brand new....every single piece. Stupid nice.

Landseer

That right there is the way to go.

Unbelievable that they were found again; a critical piece to prolong the life of the car.

MainePorsche

I see this.

Kevin in Atlanta

If Greg takes your core that would be the best way to go. Assuming you can afford it.

G8RB8

Good
Relatively painless, almost foolproof, and Greg will likely give some kind of warranty. The only thing I can see to play devil's advocate is the mileage on the car currently.

MainePorsche

Hey there Jim. Even though the car is at 125K, I am really diligent on all minor and major preservation matters. Regarding the transmission, function seemed just fine with the exception of some hard shifts that I was addressing via a new modulator, fluid and filter stuff always clean and on a yearly change out plan, no leaks, etc.. This took me be surprise.
This car means much to me, and I treat it that way. I've never changed a transmission, but I would like to see my gems life prolonged.
I will email and try to catch Greg at the shop.
Thanks again Jim.

Adamant1971

I have an 87 auto with LSD for sale if you need one.

MainePorsche

Guys,
Just put the order in for one of Greg's 'new' transmissions.
Please feel free to post tips, pointers, etc. regarding everything from take down of the rear axle (especially the CV units), to the take down and refit of the transmission itself.
Thanks,
Craig

Kevin in Atlanta

That is awesome!

MainePorsche

Thanks.
Going to begin the disassemble process tomorrow.

G8RB8

Think about doing the torque tube bearings while you're in there.

BRB-83-911SC

Be sure to mark the location of crossmember to body and eccentrics to body. You can use a paint marker on cleaned surfaces. Then realign to marks upon re-install.

Make sure transmission is secured to the jack when lowering/raising - it will tend to roll off. A transmission jack with a tilt platform makes this job a lot easier.

Some good write-ups should return from a search. Good luck.