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Topic: Modern sport car |
brealytrent
Replies: 35
Views: 19483
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Forum: General Discussions Posted: Tue Jan 31, 2017 2:04 pm Subject: Modern sport car |
The Ford Focus RS is getting rave reviews, but I drove one and do not like the FWD. Way too much torque steer.
Are you sure you didn't drive an ST? The RS is AWD.
After selling my collection, ... |
Topic: OT: Hit the Road Jack... |
brealytrent
Replies: 12
Views: 8471
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Forum: General Discussions Posted: Sat Jun 04, 2016 1:03 pm Subject: OT: Hit the Road Jack... |
Noooooo!!!!
I was planning on driving up to have some pizza, show the 928 and catch up, but now I see you're gone Have fun on your travels, Dave
Trent |
Topic: 1980 924 Wiper Switch |
brealytrent
Replies: 2
Views: 2855
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Forum: General Discussions Posted: Wed May 18, 2016 2:15 pm Subject: 1980 924 Wiper Switch |
| Auto Atlanta lists the part number as 111953519G. You can buy new ones from them for $181. [url=http://www.socalautoparts.com/product_info.php/aftermarket-turn-signal-wiper-switch-bug-ghia-amp-super- ... |
Topic: Reborn According to Aviation Standards |
brealytrent
Replies: 26
Views: 19378
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Forum: General Discussions Posted: Wed Jan 06, 2016 4:14 pm Subject: Reborn According to Aviation Standards |
I shed a tear seeing this poor lowly n/a 924 return to greatness....
https://media.giphy.com/media/1M9fmo1WAFVK0/giphy.gif
For fun? Did I miss the explanation besides the 924 being the neg ... |
Topic: 1980 Turbo removal |
brealytrent
Replies: 7
Views: 12187
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Forum: 931 Tech. Posted: Tue Dec 29, 2015 12:15 pm Subject: 1980 Turbo removal |
| I've removed and installed an early turbo multiple times without the need for removing the engine, sway bar or crossmember. A nice thing about the turbo in this car is that the turbine end can be loos ... |
Topic: Pilgrimage |
brealytrent
Replies: 18
Views: 17467
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Forum: General Discussions Posted: Fri Dec 11, 2015 4:43 pm Subject: Pilgrimage |
Wow, lots of great pics, Ideola! I saw a lot of these when I went in 2010, but a few things have changed.
I'm interested in that 928S in the motorsports section - that isn't one of two all-aluminu ... |
Topic: Big Brother (928) Question |
brealytrent
Replies: 24
Views: 14075
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Forum: General Discussions Posted: Wed Nov 18, 2015 5:16 pm Subject: Big Brother (928) Question |
| I have an early 928 engine (M28/02) in the workshop, which I will be working a little on now and then, converting it to a marine engine for my 18 footer. I don't know anything about the internals. But ... |
Topic: No spark when hot + fix |
brealytrent
Replies: 2
Views: 6628
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Forum: General Discussions Posted: Wed Nov 18, 2015 5:10 pm Subject: No spark when hot + fix |
My n/a has always had a problem with 'lukewarm' starting. Cold is perfect. Sitting for 5-10 minutes it's perfect. Sitting for an hour? Nooopee.
The quick fix for this is pulling the air filter out ... |
Topic: what is a fair asking price for a 924? |
brealytrent
Replies: 2
Views: 2481
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Forum: General Discussions Posted: Wed Nov 18, 2015 4:55 pm Subject: what is a fair asking price for a 924? |
Well, to put it into perspective, I posted my '77 which I've had in my care for nearly ten years now, with lots of care and in good condition with lots of new parts at $3500 and had zero interest.
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Topic: The Horror - Integral Cam Failure |
brealytrent
Replies: 22
Views: 22995
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Forum: Performance Upgrades Posted: Sun Oct 25, 2015 5:02 pm Subject: The Horror - Integral Cam Failure |
Wow, that's the worst cam were i have ever seen on a 924
I'm gonna have to dig through the garage and find the original cam from my '77.5, as the very last cam lobe was worn almost completely roun ... |
Topic: OT: Back in AZ! |
brealytrent
Replies: 8
Views: 5239
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Forum: General Discussions Posted: Thu Oct 15, 2015 2:07 am Subject: OT: Back in AZ! |
I guess I've been away from this website for a little too long - you bought a 944 Turbo? Did you sell the 911?
The farm is looking great, btw. I wish I had time this past summer to make a trip up ... |
Topic: 1979 N/A Air Conditioning Servicing |
brealytrent
Replies: 4
Views: 3585
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Forum: General Discussions Posted: Sun Aug 16, 2015 5:05 am Subject: 1979 N/A Air Conditioning Servicing |
I did some work to my turbo with the factory Nippondenso system as well but unfortunately there is a significant leak in one of the hoses... anyone know a place that can replace the old leaky hose?
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Topic: How do 924s hold up in extreme cold? |
brealytrent
Replies: 21
Views: 21296
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Forum: General Discussions Posted: Tue Aug 11, 2015 3:57 pm Subject: How do 924s hold up in extreme cold? |
Hi there!
For the most part, you'll find very little usage of these cars in winter so there isn't a ton of information, but I have driven in snow and cold (well, not that cold) with my n/a so I'll ... |
Topic: a/c blower problem |
brealytrent
Replies: 4
Views: 37659
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Forum: 924S Discussions Posted: Mon Aug 10, 2015 2:05 pm Subject: a/c blower problem |
| Bad vacuum actuators? |
Topic: Hesitation, then BOOM |
brealytrent
Replies: 6
Views: 9157
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Forum: 931 Tech. Posted: Tue Aug 04, 2015 2:28 pm Subject: Hesitation, then BOOM |
Thanks FastEddie, you're suggestions set me in the right direction.
Using the dwell meter the number would sit at 43 degrees, then lean itself out to 60 degrees before jumping itself back down to 4 ... |
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