Porsche Option Codes
Author: Skip
Code
Description
009
3 speed sportomatic transmission
018
Sport steering wheel with elevated hub
020
Speedometer with 2 scales KP |
Porsche Chronology
Some model history that may help with shopping our site
Model
Year
Engine
Note
356
55-65
911
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Porsche Reference Material
Author: Skip
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Parts and Tech Ref Catalogs:
Genuine Porsche Parts
Catalog CD
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AC Delete
Author: Skip
I recently purchased the 944 A/C Delete kit from Jason Burkett at Paragon Products (Product Code: PP944.ACDEL.KIT1). The kit consists of the aluminum factory alternator mounting br |
Accusump Installation
Author: Skip
I know of few topics that elicit such dismissive and strongly held opinions as that of how to eliminate the cause of #2 rod bearing failure in 944 engines. Some builders claim that |
Clutch Replacement - Part One
Author: Skip
The following account explains in detail the procedure of changing a clutch in a 944/951. It also contains a list of tools, chemicals, parts and the sources where to find them. The |
Control Arm Bushing Upgrade - Weltmeister
Author: Skip
Weltmeister has produced several aftermarket solutions to Porsche suspensions for many years. This bushing kit is a replacement for the original equipment rubb |
Control Arm, Front - Info
Author: Skip
924 mid 82 and older - stamped steel - VW/Audi part# 477.407.153F (left & right)
924 mid 82 and later, 924S, 944 83-85.1 - stamped steel - VW/Audi part# 171.407.153D &nbs |
KLA Boxster Top Fix
Author: Skip
Boxster Lift Rod End Replacement Instructions:
Raise the tonneau cover to an upright position. This will be just before the top starts to pull back.
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Dash Replacement
Introduction
Replacing the dash on a late model, 85.5 and newer Porsche 944, is not a difficult task. It is very time consuming and meticulous. Patience is necessary. An ex |
Koni Strut Conversion - 8641-1414S for late 944, 968
Author: Skip
Koni sealed strut insert conversion (8641-1414S)
Description
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Parts : Koni 8641-1414S Sport Struts - all conversion and instructions parts included.
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Motor Mount Replacement
Author: Skip
Motor Mount Choices for the 944. Diagnosis:
Motor mounts are designed to absorb vibration from the 944's water-cooled engine. Here are some warning signs that yours may |
Rear Ride Height Adjustment
Porsche 924/944/968 rear ride height can be lowered (in most cases) by approximately ¾" using the following procedure. This adjustment was originally designed for factory ride height settings across |
Rear Wheel Bearing Replacement - late 944, 968
Discussion :
This procedure will describe the removal and subsequent installation of rear wheel bearings on a Porsche 944 with aluminum trailing arms (1985.5 & later) |
Transaxle Fluid Change
Easier than an oil change! The Factory Service Manual recommends this action every 36,000 miles or 3 years and suggests you use "hypoid transmission oil SAE 75W90 to API Class G |
Front Shock Replacement
Author: Skip
The 911, 914 and some 944’s featured a rebuildable front McPherson Strut. Instead of having to replace the entire strut unit, you will be able to merely replace the strut insert tha |
OXS light reset
OXS light reset < 911 < Main Page
OXS light reset
Author: Skip
For those 911's equipped with the "OXS" warning lamp, you can reset or disable this on your own. Here's how:
- the OXS lam |
What is the Largest Wheel and Tire Combination I can get under my stock 914 fenders?
Author: Skip
One of the most commonly asked questions is, “ How much tire can I get under these fenders?” Well the 914 is not the most exact car ever built, and wheel well space varies a lot from |
Adjustable Ride Height Kit - Paragon
Items Included:
2x - Upper Spring Perch
2x - Koni Competition Bump Rubber
2x - Suspension Spring
2x - Aluminum Threaded Collar
2x - Lower Spring Perch
2x - O-ring |
Alternator Replacement
Author: Skip
The alternator is located in the driver's side engine compartment, under the air-flow meter (AFM), in front of the Turbo unit, and on top of the A/C compressor looking down into |
