NP993

Ding ding, correct!

A couple of years ago I scored a 964 RS America rack, which fits perfectly in a 993. The pros: it's lighter, simpler, easier to R&R the engine, change the spark plugs, and never leaks. Cons: admittedly, it's a bit heavier than I'd like at low speeds (parking lots, etc).

Rick Lee

I removed mine when doing spark plug wires with the engine in the car and without removing the manifold. It's a bit of a contortionist act, but not too bad.

NP993

I removed it without lifting the manifold, but then realized that all I needed to do to lift the manifold was loosen six clamps at the bottom of the intake runners. I can't imagine how one would do this with the engine in the car, but with it out, it was a piece of cake.

axl911

Noah,

I am surprised you haven't added a little bling to the engine by painting the engine fan & housing.

NP993

I am not a bling-bling guy. There are a lot of things I'll spend my time on before painting engine parts...

NP993

Getting there. Over the weekend I cleaned the engine compartment -- nothing neurotic, just a quick-and-dirty job. This AM I pulled out the axles and rebuilt the CV joins, new boots, grease, clamps, etc, and reinstalled. It's a piece of cake with the engine out.

Then I wheeled the engine cart under the car and lowered the beast onto it. I've got everything hooked up so that it'll fire up tomorrow after I add engine and gearbox oil. After I verify that everything's working as it should, I'll assemble the rear suspension and bolt up the axles. Should have it on the road tomorrow afternoon. It'll be good to put all this behind me. I shouldn't have to do any maintenance (other than the normal stuff) for years.