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

@@anthonyfunderburk7871 This is a stop gap while I decide on the 12v ac system. 90 amp isn't enough for that.

@@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.

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.

Correct you are sir.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

@@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.

@@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.

Yes, it slid right off. It was a newer alternator so no corrosion formed on the shaft yet.

@@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

@@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.

@@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.

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.

@@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.

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.

Sure, it's the MSDS filter. www.autoatlanta.com/Porsche-911-Msds-Filter-srch.html

Congratulations! These are really great cars that you can 100% support. Is your car sorted or do you have a project list started?

It's not sorted out but definitely a great platform to put some money to drive and enjoy.

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

Awesome! Feel free to reach out if you have any questions with your build.

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.

@@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.

The original paint code is L908 and is called Grand Prix White. It was the standard white for Porsche for many decades.

@@3.2Carrera cheers thanks for that. I even have that paint chip in the right side corner of the front hood.

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

@@3.2Carrera I understand as some tools are not cheap.

@@3.2Carrera OH!..Kurt yes I subscriped to his channel worth its wait in gold. cheers thanks for the helpp..God bless

The boss hub for the wheel where did you get that?

@@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.

Anytime! Your excellent videos gave me the encouragement and courage to roll my sleeves up to start my Porsche DIY journey.

Thanks Heidiand Franny I have watched your videos so many times...but I have a different challenge with my 2.7 magnesium

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.

@@3.2Carrera It would be a blessing here in Birmingham for PCA Parade

It was ordered from the factory with a badge delete on the rear deck.

Thanks! I'm going great and hope you are as well in your part of the world.

Thanks for the catch. I got it reversed. Book says 8nm/6ftlb.

Glad to help. I know you care about those details.

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.

@@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.

100% true. It has nearly the same design principles of simplicity and ease of service.

@@3.2Carrera Wish these cars lasted a bit longer in the mainstream. Love your videos 👍

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.

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.

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.

Missed third verse 🙄

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.