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08-09-2005, 06:03 PM
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Warning! Horrible Photos!
As you may recall, my engine went ka-boom a short while ago. I dropped it off Saturday at the shop. I can't believe I didn't see the hole when I first looked. It's as big as my fist.
It's a cell phone camera, but ugly is ugly.
It appears the rod bolt for #5 died and took my engine with it. We are puzzled why it happened as I've never over-reved the car in the 2 years I've had it. But that doesn't change the fact I need a new engine.
Anyone know one that's available? I'm looking for a replacement for a 964 3.6 that will allow me to stay in PCA/POC stock classes (as a prepared car). Also suggestions on who to have rebuild the used one I buy? My mechanic is moving to Florida and will not be available to do the required work.
It's a cell phone camera, but ugly is ugly.
It appears the rod bolt for #5 died and took my engine with it. We are puzzled why it happened as I've never over-reved the car in the 2 years I've had it. But that doesn't change the fact I need a new engine.
Anyone know one that's available? I'm looking for a replacement for a 964 3.6 that will allow me to stay in PCA/POC stock classes (as a prepared car). Also suggestions on who to have rebuild the used one I buy? My mechanic is moving to Florida and will not be available to do the required work.
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08-09-2005, 09:15 PM
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My jaw is still on the floor.... I'm sorry for the loss... But... Think of the new, improved engine you'll have when it's replaced. (You will replace it won't you?)
08-09-2005, 10:37 PM
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Damn! What a pain, literally. You might check Parts Heaven and I believe there's a dismantler in LA that some people use, which are both out your way. Is the existing engine beyond repair, of course, with needed parts? You might contact Peter Zimmermann offline, who hangs out on the 911 board, for a CA rebuilder recommendation - there are some very good ones on your coast. I prefer to have an engine rebuilt nearby if possible - easier to monitor progress and quickly deal with anything that comes up in the rebuild process. Also consider what you can do and still stay in class, ie, can you play with the valve train to give you some upper-end protection in the high rev range (different springs, Ti retainers, etc)? Carillo rods? Ah the possibilities, and your pocketbook...err, sorry.
Porsche decreased the rod bolt size from 3.0L engines to the 3.2L/3.6L engines, which is why, when rebuilding a top end or similar type of work, you always replace the rod bolts with ARP, Raceware, or equivalent, especially for engines that see the track.
Damn! What a pain, literally. You might check Parts Heaven and I believe there's a dismantler in LA that some people use, which are both out your way. Is the existing engine beyond repair, of course, with needed parts? You might contact Peter Zimmermann offline, who hangs out on the 911 board, for a CA rebuilder recommendation - there are some very good ones on your coast. I prefer to have an engine rebuilt nearby if possible - easier to monitor progress and quickly deal with anything that comes up in the rebuild process. Also consider what you can do and still stay in class, ie, can you play with the valve train to give you some upper-end protection in the high rev range (different springs, Ti retainers, etc)? Carillo rods? Ah the possibilities, and your pocketbook...err, sorry.
Porsche decreased the rod bolt size from 3.0L engines to the 3.2L/3.6L engines, which is why, when rebuilding a top end or similar type of work, you always replace the rod bolts with ARP, Raceware, or equivalent, especially for engines that see the track.
08-09-2005, 10:54 PM
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I'm fairly certain I'll take it to Jerry Woods. They are on the short list of folk I'd trust. I will do all I can to ensure the new engine has the strongest parts allowed by race class rules. The case is obviously trash and peering inside, so is most of the lower right side of the engine. Once they break it open and look at the extent of the damage, the decision will be made to rebuild or buy a new (used) one and have it rebuilt before installing it.
08-10-2005, 12:49 AM
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WOW! Sorry to hear about the engine. Once again, I'm reminded that things could've been worse for my engine. I hope that you're able to get the Turtle back on the track - and in better shape than ever before. Best of luck.