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Old 08-27-2010, 02:55 AM
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Yeah, this is my second Porsche (briefly owned a 77 911s for a few months before this). Coming from extensive BMW background I have to say this is a real bitch. I have to buy a $200 yoke, probably get an additional wider engine stand, and lift table just to start/finish the job. Good thing I love my car!

Oh yeah just found out today that a simple tranny mount is $366, an equivelant BMW part would probably cost $30...sigh. OEM Engine mounts $200+ each geez!....I'm going w black comnpound WE-VOs there!
Old 08-27-2010, 08:30 AM
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Ves... I called Sunset Imports out of Oregon... the OEM mounts (RS style) are $135 each. Call them if you want OEM.
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FYI
I made a workable motor stand mount using 3/4" pipe extensions, washers, and threaded steel rod. Didn't have to spend a dime to make it either.
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your FYI should have said DIY....

too bad there isn't a loaner stand being passed around regionally
Old 08-29-2010, 11:44 PM
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Engine is out, and all the bits are coming off for cleaning and assessment. Also Engine sheet metal is going to powdercoat, might get a lil funky with color choice


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Your lucky your able to send them off for painting,mine had rusted through in places so had to buy a whole new set, very expensive!!!! Agree with doing something a little different with them though. Adding some support to the engine carrier while it's out is a good idea.

Andy.

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Old 08-30-2010, 12:14 PM
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Thanks for the pictures, I was thinking of going gold as well! I am hoping to buy a pre re-enforced carrier ready to go, but looks like rennline is out of stock....
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Originally Posted by vespam5
Thanks guys I'll get that straightened and re-enforced I wonder if I bent them while dropping engine?

Also where is the best parts source? Online parts diagrams?
do you now have PET 7 (complete set of diagrams for porsche cars, engine, body, suspension, etc matched with all parts #'s)....its also interactive allowing for VIN searches ??
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Your welcome. Any good engineering shop should be able to make something up for you although the Rennline piece is very nice. The problem with a "while i'm in there" engine drop is knowing when to stop.

Andy.

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Andy... you are going to cost me money. Please stop posting pictures!
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OK....Sorry!!!

Andy.

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My exchangers are still in good shape, and I need heat for the WI fall and spring weather, and I have a g-pipe already. SO there
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Originally Posted by BIG'UN
Your welcome. Any good engineering shop should be able to make something up for you although the Rennline piece is very nice. The problem with a "while i'm in there" engine drop is knowing when to stop.

Andy.
Yes, that is my problem as well. Knowing when to stop.........Is your fan powder coated or painted?
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Nice pics!
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there's a whole lotta powdercoating going on in hereeee..... it'll be interesting to see what color you pick


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