realistic power limits for NA 993?
#46
Burning Brakes
I like many of the 911 cars for varying reasons, the 911 3.2L light, reliable, a well-balanced value. The 993 what many consider the pinnacle of the 911 evolution, powerful, balanced, with a hint of the raw edge that defined the 911. The 930 A raw, bite the hand that feeds it powerhouse, that will reward those who learn it well.
In the end I know that I will need to drive many of the choices and research much more to know what will fit me best.
In the end I know that I will need to drive many of the choices and research much more to know what will fit me best.
Dude'll be fine. He is in the same situation I was in two years ago... 993... ...930... ...993... ... 930.
It's one hell of a tough decision.
#47
hehehe thanks, I have the car thing big time... it is in my blood... most people, even a lot of "car guys" just don't get. Cars are passion. art, emotion, they are an expression... it is sometimes hard to have such a love of automobiles.
I am sure that I will find the Porsche that fits.
I am sure that I will find the Porsche that fits.
#48
Nice 930 for sale...
Originally Posted by 2000wrx
I am just wondering what are the power limits with a modest budget for the 993 NA cars. What options for more power are there.
I ask because I am considering a 930 within the next few years, partly due to the power potential. I also love the 993 cars, but the lack of power puts me off a bit. Either car I get will be a very long term ownership.
any info is appreciated thanks
I ask because I am considering a 930 within the next few years, partly due to the power potential. I also love the 993 cars, but the lack of power puts me off a bit. Either car I get will be a very long term ownership.
any info is appreciated thanks
Send me a message and I'll put you in touch with him.
MC
#50
Originally Posted by H20NOO
A guy named Bill just moved to my San Jose, CA neighborhood from Colorado. He's selling a very clean 1978 930 with a very well massaged engine and 378 rear wheel horsepower. The car is GP White with a red/orange interior, weighs about 2800 lbs and appears to be straight with good paint. It's a bit wild for a daily drive street car but would make a nice ride for an enthusiast. I think he's looking for about $30k with nearly twice that invested in the beast.
Send me a message and I'll put you in touch with him.
MC
Send me a message and I'll put you in touch with him.
MC
Any chance you can get some pictures? I still haven't decided to go for a modifed 930 or NA 993. Wish I had the money to do both.
#51
Originally Posted by rmani
Any chance you can get some pictures? I still haven't decided to go for a modifed 930 or NA 993. Wish I had the money to do both.
Here's a link:
http://forums.pelicanparts.com/showt...hreadid=225161
He's asking $31k. Here's the details:
1978 930 Turbo with the following Factory items:
Grand Prix White
Light red full leather interior
Power sunroof
Climate control
Air conditioning
Rear defrost
Headlight washers
Power windows
Updated factory items:
RSR lightweight flywheel
Euro spec brass fender mount oil cooler
22mm '88 factory front sway bar
20mm '88 factory rear sway bar
Factory four spoke '88 Turbo leather steering wheel
Factory steering wheel extended hub
Rotary updated air conditioning compressor
Factory '83 center dash vent
Factory '88 H5 headlamps
200 mph speedometer
Numeral oil temp gauge
16 x 7 & 9 BBS wheels
Added right side mirror
Aftermarket items:
K27 11/11 turbocharger
B&B fabrication lifetime guaranteed stainless exchangers
B&B fabrication lifetime guaranteed stainless dual 3-inch outlet muffler
SC330 sport grind camshafts set at 1.90 advanced
PowerFlow airbox system
Ruf lightweight pressure plate & dual friction disk
Bilstein "sport yellow" front shock inserts
Bilstein "sport yellow" rear shocks
Short throw shifter kit
High watt H5 -80/120w headlight bulbs
High watt H3 - 100w fog light bulbs
High watt halogen brake/taillight bulbs
Solid rear engine mounts
CD Player with bass speaker system and high watt amplifier
Stainless steel braided brake lines
Custom large mm spark plug wires (red)
AJ-USA strut tower brace
27 row oil cooler and fan
Internal engine:
Factory parts used throughout...
Main bearings
Rod bearings
Rod nuts & bolts
Piston rings
993 "steel's" fully threaded head studs (24)
12 new sod filled factory exhaust valves
12 new sod filled factory intake valves
Manganese bronze valve guides
Teflon valve stem seals
Brass crank/distributor gear
Full factory gasket kit
Machine work:
Magnaflux then balance crank
Magnaflux then balance rods
Balance flywheel to crank
Balance pistons & piston pins
Full "hot street" multi angle valve job
Competition shim, set height & match valve springs
Flycut 1 mm off head deck height to raise C/R to 7.5:1
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I don't know Bill (MC's friend) but I bought my 993 from Michael Benet, also a previous owner of the said 930. I'll buy another one from Michael in a New York minute. My 993 was near-mint!