Must be a US spec' option for those hot southern states. UK/EU spec' 1988 911's have the oil cooler but not the fan.
@mcuevas8817Күн бұрын
The front spoiler looks good and adds the additional support in front as you mentioned. I have noticed your volt meter in the cigarette lighter on several of your videos and have seen your video pointing it out, what company makes it? Does it stay put while from a bumpy road? Mine is similar but I can’t seem to find one long enough to fit my G Body 911 properly. Any advice since the cigarette lighter socket is a few inches deep?
@3.2CarreraКүн бұрын
Hi, I'm running this unit. The euro cigarette lighter hole is a bit too big so I wrapped the male end of the connector with a few wraps of cloth electrical tape until its snug. www.amazon.com/Qidoe-3-Socket-Cigarette-Splitter-Voltmeter/dp/B07QQX9B7Q/ref=dp_prsubs_sccl_1/140-1046720-3368835?pd_rd_w=7Dnn3&content-id=amzn1.sym.b81c4ff3-00e4-49a3-80ae-e52871cc000d&pf_rd_p=b81c4ff3-00e4-49a3-80ae-e52871cc000d&pf_rd_r=EGMMPDDXJH83N1VBTP05&pd_rd_wg=jaf0F&pd_rd_r=24c8ae2f-e725-42ef-8a67-858d83849395&pd_rd_i=B07QQX9B7Q&th=1
@john2ndnameКүн бұрын
my 1977 has the same front rubber spoiler..I think it looks great and adds a nice sporty look. Mine are all nut and threat.
@3.2Carrera24 күн бұрын
In the name of science, I had some open road today to keep the hammer down and dig a bit deeper into the effect of speed and no spoilers (F and R). I felt the road feel rapidly evaporate at around 120 MPH and while I was far from losing control for the car, it was a disconcerting feeling when going that fast under hard acceleration.
@anthonyfunderburk7871Ай бұрын
Why don't you order your parts from germany🤔 Because every time I don't get my original parts from germany they don't last
@3.2CarreraАй бұрын
@@anthonyfunderburk7871 This is a stop gap while I decide on the 12v ac system. 90 amp isn't enough for that.
@ronbelanger4113Ай бұрын
Can't afford a proper mechanic?
@3.2CarreraАй бұрын
@@ronbelanger4113 Yes I do have a mechanic for my other cars. The Porsche is my hobby and my passion and no one touches it but me.
@ronbelanger4113Ай бұрын
Having a TWB with a proper whale tail, it makes a huge difference cornering at speed. Yours will just give you that "snap oversteer" moment a bit sooner.
@3.2CarreraАй бұрын
I've only experienced it once time with a dip in the road on a hard turn and that was at slow speed. So far I haven't some close with normal spitired driving and with good tires I hope my luck doesn't run out.
@ronbelanger4113Ай бұрын
It is the 911, not just the 3.2 ENGINE.
@3.2CarreraАй бұрын
Correct you are sir.
@nelson1525Ай бұрын
What mounts are you using?
@3.2CarreraАй бұрын
I'm using the one that comes with the R8, but high up under the vinyl stripe. IT's stayed put so far. For the Rexxen dash cam, I'm using the separate suction cup mount. For the phone, I'm running the Rennline magnetic mount.
@cam3002Ай бұрын
Nice job pointing out some of the unique and cool features, I have an earlier G model with the 2.7 mag case. But I do have to disagree about the impact bumpers, USA safety regulations required them and to my eye, always looks "stuck on". Later years did a nice job of incorporating them in the the rest of the body lines.
@3.2CarreraАй бұрын
The long hoods are certainly beautiful and an object of desire for sure. My earlier 1988's self lusted for the impact bumper Carrera, but my present self would like a backdated flared hotrod. Maybe soon.
@TM-ud1ijАй бұрын
Thank you 4 the Video 😊 Greetings from Germany ❤
@KParsons743Ай бұрын
This is some serious detail. Thanks!
@john2ndnameАй бұрын
Hi what was your main machine shop work... did the crank need grinding and is there under size bearings if the crank needs the grind..cheers
@3.2CarreraАй бұрын
I had Ollies in Lake Havasu, AZ do the machine work. My crank was in excellent condition so all it needed was a polish. My case did need a line bore though. One thing to consider is the main bearing quality these days and consistency of the thickness. I do see there's bearings available for ground cranks out there but don't have a lot of information since I didn't need them. The main thing is to measure the crank and bolt the case together after machine work to measure the journals along with each bearing's thickness. There will be variances between each one so mix and match to get it in spec and hope you can find a match. The bearings these days are a bit loose (small) so for me I had my mains and rods coated. Good luck!
@Andrew-lu6wpАй бұрын
Thank you
@NZotyoka81Ай бұрын
The proper oem airfilter box is missing. I don’t know why people are thinking that crappy Chienese sport air intake filters are good for the car. It is a well engineered car and there is a purpose why they put the filter box into it.
@3.2CarreraАй бұрын
I still have the stock airbox and it's not going anywhere. It's off the car because I found it very difficult to get my hands behind the airbox to unfasten it for service. This filter is the MSDS unit and is legit in the Porsche community. They let in more dirt than the stock filter, are most efficient when cleaned and re-oiled frequently.
@rayz8000Ай бұрын
spoiler only belongs on the 930!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@joom2087Ай бұрын
Works like a charm with either R4 & R8 and it’s a great addition to the radar detector one it’s set up correctly. It does take some work to get the highway radar and R8 settings for whatever radar bands are used in your area.
@3.2CarreraАй бұрын
I've had enough time to start getting used to it and so far so good. I used the recommended settings for FL, GA, and NC from the radar forum and found a good data cable that actually works with my computer so can go it very quickly now. I think I'll probably start scaling back on the X band as I refine it since that's where I get the false alarms because not really used in my area at all.
@DavidPannoАй бұрын
Much ado about nothing.
@overbuiltlimitedАй бұрын
Yeah agree. Have an 89' Carrera. I took my spoiler off and replaced it with a standard deck lid. Looks better to me and much lighter. That spoiler is a pig. Kept the front air dam. I don't notice any difference in handling. I only hit triple digits on rare occasions and even then only for a moment. My car is geared very short. I got it to rip around on twisty roads. The car lives at speeds of 40-70. I'm not breaking any speed records, so having the spoiler wouldn't make any appreciable difference. My spoiler is now wall art.
@DavidPannoАй бұрын
@@overbuiltlimited I have an '86. Ordered it with only the front spoiler. I have participated in many PCA track events without incident. Prefer the classic silhouette myself.
@3.2CarreraАй бұрын
@@DavidPanno I like that look a lot. Do you notice the front being more planted at speed? I start to notice float at around 100MPH without it.
@john2ndnameАй бұрын
Great explaination on the air system of these flat 6's...Porsche was way ahead of their time.
@john2ndnameАй бұрын
Did your fan come off ok as my fan is stuck on!..I dont want to tap the shaft as it might damage the alternator.
@3.2CarreraАй бұрын
Yes, it slid right off. It was a newer alternator so no corrosion formed on the shaft yet.
@john2ndnameАй бұрын
@@3.2Carrera ok..good...i'll use penitrating oil and leave it for a day and try to prier it of..wish me luck..cheers..and thanks for your videos they are great...God bless
@john2ndnameАй бұрын
Good idea with the volt display in the cig light. Maybe its the bushes in the alternator thats worn out. You can just replace thoses.
@3.2CarreraАй бұрын
@@john2ndname I got the alternator out this morning and filmed that. Checked the exciter wire as well. Still no smoking gun. Look for the video soon.
@john2ndnameАй бұрын
@@3.2Carrera my alternator stopped charging in my bmw e36 and it was the bushes it cost me $5 for a pair! replaced them good as new.
@john2ndnameАй бұрын
You are right on the cornering!..I have the turbo tea tray rear spoiler with the front air dam spoiler and she's like being on rails in the corners.But remember always be careful in cornering its not a race track on public roads. God bless.
@billgaytes6845Ай бұрын
Aerodynamics pah, the rear whale tail spoiler is just so cool, an 80's icon.
@bronzestarvueАй бұрын
If I had gotten a 3.2 with a G50 trans, instead of the 1983 911 SC that I did get, I'd probably still have it. That 1983 was a money pit, and there should've been a class-action lawsuit filed against Porsche for the broken head studs that were problematic for that generation. Plus, that 915 transmission was the absolute worst transmission I've ever owned. My '83 was burgundy with a tan and burgundy interior, 7 & 8 inch wheels, and yes, it had a turbo tail. Beautiful car, but never again...
@3.2CarreraАй бұрын
Yes, I'd be very pissed too. Even today people pay all the money for these cars on the auction sites only to have their backs broken after they look the car over after delivery. My '89 actually had 3 broken studs, but since I bought from a friend I got it cheap enough to have plenty left over for a complete rebuild. The aftermarket has really stepped up with shoring up the weak links of the car.
@bronzestarvueАй бұрын
@@3.2Carrera I had half the head studs on the driver's side snap before 100K miles. Got the engine rebuilt for $12K, which was a "bargain". I've read that they fixed this issue with the 3.2 by using turbo head studs, so that's a plus.
@NickForest999Ай бұрын
Spoiler alert…”no spoilers” for the win! 😎
@xavierortiz2690Ай бұрын
Nice Road Car!
@tomasteckaveselyАй бұрын
what type of a gear knob do you have? seems like 917 wooden replica. also youve got G50 or 915?
@3.2CarreraАй бұрын
It's similar to a 917 knob, but not the same. Grotto_engineering on Ebay makes this particular one. I wanted to make sure I had the shift pattern of the G50 on the top incase I ever was forced to valet the car and it was an option with this knob. It fastens with set screws over the threads, but it has not moved at all in a year and a half. I think the things you touch on the car like the this and the steering wheel makes the car much better.
@cowymoАй бұрын
May I know which cone air filter do you have in your car? Thx
@3.2CarreraАй бұрын
Sure, it's the MSDS filter. www.autoatlanta.com/Porsche-911-Msds-Filter-srch.html
@willievarona3464Ай бұрын
I just bought a 1987 coupe and I enjoyed watching your channel. Looking forward for more diys.
@3.2CarreraАй бұрын
Congratulations! These are really great cars that you can 100% support. Is your car sorted or do you have a project list started?
@willievarona3464Ай бұрын
It's not sorted out but definitely a great platform to put some money to drive and enjoy.
@Timski2543Ай бұрын
Got my 87 3 years ago. Still pinch myself even when I walk by it in the garage. Put 5000 miles on it last year alone. Take the time, buy the manuals. Learn how to do some work yourself. Most importantly drive it and love it. Congrats
@3.2CarreraАй бұрын
Awesome! Feel free to reach out if you have any questions with your build.
@john2ndnameАй бұрын
how did you go with the oven cleaner on the gearbox? I wanted to do something simular once I get the motor and gearbox out.cheers
@3.2CarreraАй бұрын
If the situation is hopeless trying to scrub all that grime off, the oven cleaner will cut through most of it. It left some of that light brown crust on, but removed the vast majority of it. I'd try to not leave it on too long and keep it away from the seals.
@john2ndnameАй бұрын
@@3.2Carrera i think if you put the cleaner on give it a srub no longer than 5 mins and wash it off with hot soapy water.
@john2ndnameАй бұрын
My car is white also...but it was repainted and I dont have the paint code. Can I ask what your paint code is and name of the paint ?
@3.2CarreraАй бұрын
The original paint code is L908 and is called Grand Prix White. It was the standard white for Porsche for many decades.
@john2ndnameАй бұрын
@@3.2Carrera cheers thanks for that. I even have that paint chip in the right side corner of the front hood.
@john2ndnameАй бұрын
I'm also going to rebuild my 2.7 ltre and my constantlly geting info and watching videos on re-asemble. how did you go on the cam timing? was it a challenge to get the setting right.
@3.2CarreraАй бұрын
With the car engine on the stand I pulled up a stool and just took my time. I used this video set from KATS channel as a reference for most of my build. The special tools add up fast. kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2Ork4aEmaZ1aaM
@john2ndnameАй бұрын
@@3.2Carrera I understand as some tools are not cheap.
@john2ndnameАй бұрын
@@3.2Carrera OH!..Kurt yes I subscriped to his channel worth its wait in gold. cheers thanks for the helpp..God bless
@john2ndnameАй бұрын
The boss hub for the wheel where did you get that?
@3.2CarreraАй бұрын
@@john2ndname The main thing is to get the tools and take your time on the cam timing. For the first time, take a few days. Measure, then measure again. You can see my comments on Kurts video when I did mine where I wasn't getting the sides exact. Even the play in the holes or slight differences between them can be measured with the dial indicator and that was driving me crazy.
@benjaminbeebe6555Ай бұрын
The perfect road car.
@HeidiandFranny2 ай бұрын
Awww, thanks for that! We appreciate the shout-out! Heidi & Franny
@3.2Carrera2 ай бұрын
Anytime! Your excellent videos gave me the encouragement and courage to roll my sleeves up to start my Porsche DIY journey.
@john2ndnameАй бұрын
Thanks Heidiand Franny I have watched your videos so many times...but I have a different challenge with my 2.7 magnesium
@TM-ud1ij2 ай бұрын
Ich drive the same 1985 , in white/ brown around Germany Frankfurt 🤙🏻👍love to watch ur videos ❤ last time (my 3rd visit) Miami was 1998 😢
@ogee1252 ай бұрын
Very interesting 87 Carrera with the same problem in Florida.
@3.2Carrera2 ай бұрын
It's an interesting piece of kit for sure. Not good for daily use since it's a pain hauling ice around, but for longer trips and car shows, it's worth it.
@ogee1252 ай бұрын
@@3.2Carrera It would be a blessing here in Birmingham for PCA Parade
@waltersickinger2632 ай бұрын
Where's the Carrera script on the engine decklid?
@3.2Carrera2 ай бұрын
It was ordered from the factory with a badge delete on the rear deck.
@eprohoda2 ай бұрын
how are things?! 3.2!that's beautiful ,
@3.2Carrera2 ай бұрын
Thanks! I'm going great and hope you are as well in your part of the world.
@davidwhite44272 ай бұрын
Hi love the video, but FYI, your mistaken on your torque comment regarding the touque on the cam covers. You say 6Nm is 8Ft lbs it's the exact opposite. So if spec is 6Nm then it's like 4.4 ft lbs. I like you like to torque things correctly.
@3.2Carrera2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the catch. I got it reversed. Book says 8nm/6ftlb.
@davidwhite44272 ай бұрын
Glad to help. I know you care about those details.
@catdesign18582 ай бұрын
Nice DIY videos. Thank you for taking the time to post. Rennline (Kirk) tool looks like the way to go. It costs $99 but probably worth the time savings/headache
@TM-ud1ij2 ай бұрын
thank you for your videos. we drive the same car. mine is a 85 white-brown one. Unfortunately, I always have to go to the workshop because I don't know much about it. Greetings from Germany . when I'm in Florida again I'll visit you😅
@billgaytes68452 ай бұрын
I use the 'back-side' method, see Pelican parts tech notes
@3.2Carrera2 ай бұрын
I read that article and it seems to be popular with many DIY'ers. Glad you get your hands dirty too and keep your car in tip top shape.
@billgaytes68452 ай бұрын
@@3.2Carrera I have my engine out of the car currently for other reasons so setting valve lash is a breeze. I am going to treat her to a set of SnapGap valve adjusters when I have to do this job again when the engine in the car.
@alef972 ай бұрын
It is almost as servicing my vw type 3
@3.2Carrera2 ай бұрын
100% true. It has nearly the same design principles of simplicity and ease of service.
@alef972 ай бұрын
@@3.2Carrera Wish these cars lasted a bit longer in the mainstream. Love your videos 👍
@GarthGoldberg2 ай бұрын
I had a 1987 Targa, which I sold at 140,000 miles. The paint was faded, the interior was tired, and it needed a new windshield. I had the dealer replace the worn steering rack and tie rods, so the steering was precise as new, but still heavy at parking lot and parallel parking speeds. And the air-cooled cars had tons of built in understeer as designed in, which was really noticeable when I went to a very quick-steering MINI Cooper S. I didn't feel like spending $10k to restore it. And I wanted a car with A/C that actually worked (Southern California).
@3.2Carrera2 ай бұрын
Great to get your feedback. My buddy has a Cooper S- cool car and we drive together once in a while on trips. Yes, the AC does suck on these. I blew two compressors and then took the whole thing out and I'm better off for it. New window tints help a lot these days. Anyway I see the build-in understeer as well, but I did my own alignment with updated specs and it's still in there a bit. But on your targa you probably made the right move if you didn't want to have to start sinking more than the 10K into it. If it's an engine rebuild it's way north of that these days. Thanks again for your comment.
@billgaytes68452 ай бұрын
Good call. I'm going to do this to mine. I've ordered the sierramadre part, cost shipped to the Uk was very reasonable. Then i'll work out the hose routing through the tin-ware.
@3.2Carrera2 ай бұрын
Good luck! I'm happy with it so far. It really open's that side of the engine up for easy maintenance. The fan alone is seven pounds and given it's height and reward location would help contribute to better handling at any rate.
@jwprimetime97952 ай бұрын
Was it worth seeing him?
@3.2Carrera2 ай бұрын
Very much so. It was at a casino so good eats, gambling, bar, etc. Then making new metal head friends like we did in the 80's just we're a lot older now, lol. It was a proper rock show. He forgot the lyrics in places and made light of it. After the show we hung out at the bar with our new friends and talked about our favorite bands over drinks. So a cool night.
@jwprimetime97952 ай бұрын
He still looks like a rocker! Pretty good. I’d still see him if he gets down to Tampa.
@davidtsang49492 ай бұрын
Unfortunately, not very good. Even messed up the lyrics after the guitar solo...
@JT-sl3ui2 ай бұрын
Missed third verse 🙄
@veromikes3 ай бұрын
Steve on guitar is still amazing.
@waltersickinger2633 ай бұрын
Where is the Carrera script on the engine decklid?
@3.2Carrera3 ай бұрын
I have the window sticker and it looks like it was ordered with the rear badge delete probably by the original owner. I have another video showing this.