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Old 01-05-2024 | 11:26 PM
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My new to me 968 lost its clutch so I'm under the belly of the beast taking a close look for the first time and I notice both lower control arms bushings were shot. The ball joints are looking a little sad as well. Anybody have advice on replacing the bushings/ball joints/etc? Didn't see any thread on it here and read a little that the 944's are different. Figured I'd ask before I start buying parts.
Old 01-07-2024 | 02:34 PM
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"Lost your clutch"? Could it me master or slave cylinder problems? My slave went out, and the clutch pedal went straight to the floor.
If you need a new clutch, please let us know which one you choose. Also, they say it is best to replace the clutch forks at the same time.

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Old 01-07-2024 | 03:01 PM
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Check this out (no affiliation): https://www.paragon-products.com/Por...Arms-s/307.htm

Using the companies/product names may help root out some DIYs for what you're asking about. I've never done it, myself, so I can't help.

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Old 01-07-2024 | 05:46 PM
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Originally Posted by Yogii
"Lost your clutch"? Could it me master or slave cylinder problems? My slave went out, and the clutch pedal went straight to the floor.
If you need a new clutch, please let us know which one you choose. Also, they say it is best to replace the clutch forks at the same time.

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I mean the clutch is gone! Don't think she has any miles left on her.

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How many miles on that clutch? Yes, it is toast.

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Old 01-08-2024 | 02:37 PM
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150k so I can't complain other than I only put 5 of those miles on it!
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Please let us know what parts, both for clutch and control arms that you decide to go with.

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Old 01-08-2024 | 04:13 PM
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If the ball joints on the control arms are shot, you are in for new control arms, as 968's don't have rebuildable ball joints.




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