90's Wiring Sucks.

[flipstah]

https://scontent-sea1-1.cdninstagram.com/t51.2885-15/e35/12907333_1701879260071683_974538122_n.jpg

New family project. :banghead:

Is Rennlist a good forum to go to? This car has seen better days and we're slowly restoring it. :D

[EK 2.0]

Good luck with that my friend...haha....

[firebane]

Ahh the poor mans Volkswagen Porsche.

[n1zm0]

Originally posted by flipstah
90's German Wiring Sucks.

FTFY. Awesome project to undertake, but godspeed :thumbsup:

[rage2]

Filipino family restoration, how many families are contributing to the fund? Cuz you'll need at least 3 full time incomes. Baller!

[flipstah]

The immobilizer is malfunctioning. I can only start the car on the passenger side.

SIGH.

Plus side: the pop-up headlamps work again. WIN.

[Nufy]

try the Pelican forums...

Thats where I go for my 944 issues.

http://forums.pelicanparts.com/1-porsche-technical-forums/

[flipstah]

^Thanks, Nufy!

Anyone have a good referral for an upholstery restorer? After the electrics have been solved, we'd like to get new interior for it.

There's Turbo Twists FS but useless if the car thinks it's stolen :guns:

[LilDrunkenSmurf]

Chinook upholstery does good work.

[EK 2.0]

CR Techniques....

[Nufy]

Originally posted by flipstah
^Thanks, Nufy!

Anyone have a good referral for an upholstery restorer? After the electrics have been solved, we'd like to get new interior for it.

There's Turbo Twists FS but useless if the car thinks it's stolen :guns:

Your welcome...

Parts pricing isn't too bad there either...

I also use Rock Auto.

One thing I have learned about Porsche Wiring...

Locate and clean all of your grounds first...Then start to troubleshoot.

[flipstah]

Yeah, most of the issues we had were resolved at the relay level. Clean up, really.

WTF IS A SILICONE REMOVER? It's a $20 bottle for the wipers. :S

[flipstah]

IT BEGINS. Had to make friends with the Parts Advisor at Porsche Calgary today, and we're buying the whole catalogue rofl.

[TomcoPDR]

So many Beyonders rockin' in Porsches now

[01RedDX]

.

[ianmcc]

I have always wanted a 928 but I hear they are a bit costly to work on!

[flipstah]

Originally posted by ianmcc
I have always wanted a 928 but I hear they are a bit costly to work on!

Just get a mechanically sound one and have patience with the electrics. What literally has been done is a lot of looking at schematics, yelling at things, tapping at things, a multimeter, and a lot of contact cleaner.

There are some funny vids on my Instagram feed about this, such as this beauty:

https://www.instagram.com/p/BEjO52Xs71t/

:rofl:

Minor Victories:

- It's clean
- It runs well
- It's blue
- Power seats and mirrors now work
- Pop-up headlamps work
- Rear wiper mechanism isn't jammed anymore

Doesn't Work List:

- Door locks (ordered new set through Porsche)
- Hatch release from the inside (Bought hatch mechanism and gas shocks through Porsche)
- Rear wiper motor was jammed, and now it works. It just won't connect with the wiper itself now :banghead:
- Memory seat function
- A/C even though it's full of freon
- Tail Light Failure error is on even though new bulbs are in it
- Aftermarket stereo sucks and one of the speakers is crackling
- Interior has seen better days (who the fuck ordered this? Liberace? White carpet)
- Cracked dashboard needs to be refreshed
- Driver's window rattles
- Dashboard bulb replacement
- Sunroof gear won't fully engage
- Hydraulic power steering reservoir/pipe has a leak
- There's a tube in the engine bay that doesn't really lead anywhere

That's the to-do list so far. :hitit:

Some pix:

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n205/dj_flipster/Mobile%20Uploads/2016-04/488403D5-D328-445F-97F5-CEE71DAF54E8_zpsjihyxlwz.jpg

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n205/dj_flipster/Mobile%20Uploads/2016-04/7194D31B-3EB1-49A9-BE62-73731BA9FA1C_zpstjx77n3i.jpg

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n205/dj_flipster/Mobile%20Uploads/2016-04/6CD4E1CD-49ED-411E-A5A7-6FBFE4A32794_zpsfddc0dox.jpg

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n205/dj_flipster/Mobile%20Uploads/2016-04/95BCD759-38AB-4439-9970-73B8F58353D5_zpsru6wm3jb.jpg

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n205/dj_flipster/Mobile%20Uploads/2016-04/0B75BD4B-BE71-4647-AE55-E5B0BF47F2A2_zpso0wcx2fn.jpg

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n205/dj_flipster/Mobile%20Uploads/2016-04/5B4FCAEC-31AE-4ED9-9F48-329B8C967C25_zps1wrcyh83.jpg

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n205/dj_flipster/Mobile%20Uploads/2016-04/35A8EFF9-6468-4543-9DAD-D8B76D287456_zpsne6oipuk.jpg

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n205/dj_flipster/Mobile%20Uploads/2016-04/E06E5C16-548C-4526-A841-5E73D3B4A8B9_zpsehugmfo9.jpg
WAT

[BerserkerCatSplat]

Originally posted by flipstah


- A/C even though it's full of freon

Neat project car! Is the A/C clutch engaging at all? You should be able to bypass the interior wiring and engage it with the single wire coming off the compressor.

[flipstah]

Originally posted by BerserkerCatSplat


Neat project car! Is the A/C clutch engaging at all? You should be able to bypass the interior wiring and engage it with the single wire coming off the compressor.

The clutch is engaging, which is weird.

[ercchry]

You check that all the taillight bulbs are the correct part number? I had this issue in my Lexus for a long time... Turns out a single little bulb was a dual filament instead of a single throwing off the resistance for the circuit... Or you have dirty contact points... Or both

[zieg]

:rofl: that video

Is that PCB under the seat actually bare? Cant see where a cover would even attach.

Seriously considered a 944 a couple years back but was scared of things like this. I commend your bravery. :)

[flipstah]

Originally posted by ZiG-87
:rofl: that video

Is that PCB under the seat actually bare? Cant see where a cover would even attach.

Seriously considered a 944 a couple years back but was scared of things like this. I commend your bravery. :)

There's a thin cover that snaps on it. It's a learning game. And yelling.

[ercchry]

Originally posted by flipstah


There's a thin cover that snaps on it. It's a learning game. And yelling.

If only there was an auto tech in the family :rofl:

[Heru-Farukon]

Originally posted by ercchry


If only there was an auto tech in the family :rofl:

Yeah that's a real shame

[flipstah]

Originally posted by ercchry


If only there was an auto tech in the family :rofl:

He's busy making a living. This is part of learning. He does this 24/7

[BerserkerCatSplat]

Originally posted by flipstah


The clutch is engaging, which is weird.

That's pretty weird indeed. Stuck blend door or caked-up evaporator core, maybe.

[flipstah]

The moneypit continues. Had to buy new lock cylinders and a spare key coming from Stuttgart. Sigh.

[rage2]

Originally posted by flipstah
The moneypit continues. Had to buy new lock cylinders and a spare key coming from Stuttgart. Sigh.
Does your 928 have the fancy security system where it's activated/deactivated by a key in the 1/4 panel? I had that system fail on me on my 944, left the car immobilized and fuck was it ever expensive to replace lol.

[flipstah]

Originally posted by rage2

Does your 928 have the fancy security system where it's activated/deactivated by a key in the 1/4 panel? I had that system fail on me on my 944, left the car immobilized and fuck was it ever expensive to replace lol.

Yes haha. The immobilizer isn't busted, but the cylinders are. Found the wiring diagram on Rennlist.

Let's say it's the same feeling lol.

[rage2]

If it's the lock that's broken, you're lucky and that's a cheap fix. The expensive shit is when the underlying immobilizer electronics/wiring flakes out. I was so happy when I switched to a standalone ECU to bypass all that shit.

[flipstah]

Side-note:

If the 928/944 freaks people out, imagine cars built today 30 years from now.

[flipstah]

So we took off the beaten, worn down dashmat and uncovered a dashboard that has definitely seen better days.

We're opting for a dark blue suede dashmat for now until we have enough time and more funding for the dashboard removal. The seats are our priority.

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n205/dj_flipster/3_zpsen46ewgm.jpg

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n205/dj_flipster/4_zpsrnwwrvr1.jpg

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n205/dj_flipster/5_zpsdr4xixmh.jpg

Meanwhile, parts are slowly trickling in at the Porsche Calgary service department and still waiting for the lock cylinders and the spare key.

[mr2mike]

I don't know the car at all but I'd be tempted to buy new wire harnesses and also custom it to bypass any old immobilizer ECUs.

Basically, what Rage said. If wiring is a known issue, new body and engine harness, repin to what you need for a standalone ecu. Not cheap but might save time in long run for diagnosing problems.

[flipstah]

Originally posted by mr2mike
I don't know the car at all but I'd be tempted to buy new wire harnesses and also custom it to bypass any old immobilizer ECUs.

Basically, what Rage said. If wiring is a known issue, new body and engine harness, repin to what you need for a standalone ecu. Not cheap but might save time in long run for diagnosing problems.

Rennlist was able to give schematics on how to bypass the old ECU. That's how we're getting the car to work right now with faulty locks.

The immobilizer still works well, but the locks don't. Bypassing the ECU was one way how we isolated the problem.

:thumbsup:

[rage2]

I'm surprised you can still afford internet to post in here. I mean, you've had the car for a week and a half already!

[G-ZUS]

Have you thought of "flocking" your dash board?

http://www.projecttechnik.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=15&t=8236&p=104477&hilit=flock#p104477

[carson blocks]

I'm wondering how it would look to cover the dashboard in leather/pleather. Fill the cracks, scuff and shoot it with spray adhesive, and lay some thin pliable synthetic leather type material.

[flipstah]

UPDATE

The 928 got a new Interstate battery and all was running to a tee.

Maybe rage2 was onto something.

Yesterday was DRIVEN so CPTNSLW was in the Oval. Took the 928 for a stroll all Saturday.

Everything was fine; car ran well, nice Calgary summer day, had a refreshing cruise with the windows down. Backstreet Boys or N'Sync; only two bands that was playing in the car because that's the only CD's I had.

Side-note: Quench my thrist with some Pellegrino and since there was no cup holders in the car, chugging carbonated water before a drive hurt.

Drove it around Calgary and parked it underground to enjoy the show. I saw rage2 as well around campus and honked at him as I passed him in the opposite direction, which might have been an omen.

It was 6:30PM and I was going to drive the car back home and get a ride to pick the Golf up for roll-out, then it wouldn't start.

Wasn't the battery; it was new and fully charged.

Wasn't the immobilizer; we bypassed it.

Fan also stopped working, but everything else was.

Could be the starter, but had to call for a tow truck and wait. Then get my Golf out of the Oval and deal with this.

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n205/dj_flipster/13129674_1042677909133568_1128786819_n_zpsdfqpor4c.jpg

SIGH. :cry:

[Alpine Autowerks]

Originally posted by flipstah
WTF IS A SILICONE REMOVER? It's a $20 bottle for the wipers. :S

its for the intensive washer system - it removes oil film and bugs better than washer fluid. it was $36 when the car was new.

[flipstah]

Originally posted by Alpine Autowerks


its for the intensive washer system - it removes oil film and bugs better than washer fluid. it was $36 when the car was new.

Good to know. Thanks! :)

---

Onto fun diagnostics. Three issues came up when looked around.

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n205/dj_flipster/1_zpsxjopahug.jpg

- Key was in ignition; wouldn't crank
- Took off key
- Checked every fuse and no blown to report
- Checked relays for loose connectivity; same with harness
- Cleaned fuses; loud, steady tick-tock was heard in engine bay. Located to area (A)
- Unplugged and replugged (A) to which ticking stopped; tried to start car:

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n205/dj_flipster/2_zpscbo4dtw7.jpg

Another tick-tock was heard. It's on (B):

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n205/dj_flipster/3_zpsebz5o0nm.jpg

- Unplugged and replugged (B) to which ticking stopped; still won't start

- Noticed that (C) is collecting oil. If you look at it straight down, there's a small pool of oil:

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n205/dj_flipster/5_zpsp0spy2d9.jpg

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n205/dj_flipster/4_zpsbqisr3qy.jpg

Note the reflection highlighted; that's oil.

I'm Googling what these part #'s are, but guess is immobilizer/alarm related.

[flipstah]

Diagnosis: Replace starter solenoid. Tapped it with a hammer and it started again. HUZZAH!

Interior fan is running again!

I also need to find the leak around the steering rack. Power steering fluid trickling.

[flipstah]

More fun: Checked the alternator if it's charging the new Interstate battery

Idle is about 12.3 to 12.6 V

Revving jumps to 13.3V ish.

Might not be enough charging from the alternator or bad ground...?

[Pacman]

Originally posted by rage2

Does your 928 have the fancy security system where it's activated/deactivated by a key in the 1/4 panel? I had that system fail on me on my 944, left the car immobilized and fuck was it ever expensive to replace lol.

Had the same on my 944 turbo. It not only looked odd having an extra key tumbler to the side of the door, but caused electrical issues.

[mazdavirgin]

Originally posted by flipstah
More fun: Checked the alternator if it's charging the new Interstate battery

Idle is about 12.3 to 12.6 V

Revving jumps to 13.3V ish.

Might not be enough charging from the alternator or bad ground...?

Probably a blown regulator or just general wear and tear on the brushes. Personally I would like to see a minimum of 13V at idle and higher under throttle but I am not expert on old Porsches filled with electrical gremlins. As it stands though you are likely slowly bleeding battery charge at idle.

[flipstah]

Parts are slowly trickling in from Stuttgart to Porsche Calgary Centre!

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n205/dj_flipster/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpstlck8pne.jpeg

[rx7_turbo2]

^ I had a hell of a time finding someone to cut a key for the 964. I don't know if I just wasn't looking in the right places but even a couple of specialty shops looked at it and said they couldn't do it.

[Sentry]

Originally posted by firebane
Ahh the poor mans Volkswagen Porsche.
It's a 928 not a 924.

[flipstah]

Originally posted by rx7_turbo2
^ I had a hell of a time finding someone to cut a key for the 964. I don't know if I just wasn't looking in the right places but even a couple of specialty shops looked at it and said they couldn't do it.

I just bought it directly from Porsche. It took a month because they ordered the wrong cylinder for (non-alarm vs. alarm), so had to be re-ordered.


Originally posted by Sentry

It's a 928 not a 924.

Yup. Developed by Porsche in-house to replace the 911. What life would've been.

[flipstah]

This weekend sure was fun!

While dealing with a kerfuffle with my Golf R, kept busy changing the gas shocks and the trunk latch release. The electronic release from the inside works now!

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n205/dj_flipster/IMG_4819_zpsqvg6spnz.jpg

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n205/dj_flipster/IMG_4818_zpsbtnixcko.jpg

There's an interesting diagnosis that occurred which meant there's a short in the circuit:

Both the fan and the starter won't engage initially; voltmeter says that the starter is always on, which means there'a short; car was jacked up on the starter location; car started and blower worked. So either there's a wire pinched and it's alleviated when it's jacked up, or the opposite where the wire is frayed and gets contact when there's pressure. Starter is fine.

While looking for that short, there were plugs disconnected on the HVAC control area on top of the hood, underneath the rain cover. Plugged it back in and the intermittent starting/blower not functioning issue stopped. For now... >.>

Headlight relay is malfunctioning, so time to buy a new one:

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n205/dj_flipster/IMG_4831_zpstzpqoxva.jpg

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n205/dj_flipster/FullSizeRender_zpsuhhktmop.jpg

There's still a parasitic drain and until it is found, a trickle charger has been set up for the time being. Set it up similar to a block heater and you just plug it in when parked. WIN.

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n205/dj_flipster/IMG_4824_zpsu9uelsxh.jpg

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n205/dj_flipster/IMG_4825_zpsedd1f68i.jpg

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n205/dj_flipster/IMG_4826_zps0mwhkpjm.jpg

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n205/dj_flipster/IMG_4828_zpssasm43zp.jpg

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n205/dj_flipster/IMG_4830_zpsxkw3kw8s.jpg

Since it'll be winter parked, this was a win-win setup.

[flipstah]

BUMP.

Been daily driving the 928 and she's been running supreme. No big issues to report, but some outstanding items:

- Steering rack still needs to be rebuilt for gasket changes
- A/C needs Freon or condenser is clogged (but the sunroof is fixed now!)
- Still waiting for door lock cylinders
- Still waiting for headlight relay
- Still need to replace instrument cluster bulbs

The trickle charger is working beautifully, and just keeping it clean and pristine as much as I can. Definitely needs a Stage 3 polish.

The new blue dashmat is looking better than the weathered old one. Took it to Cars and Coffee last night. Saw a Speedster and a 944 Turbo. WHOAH!

[Nufy]

Here is something to aim for in your restoration...

http://www.kijiji.ca/v-classic-cars/calgary/porsche-928s/1177377432?enableSearchNavigationFlag=true

[flipstah]

Originally posted by Nufy
Here is something to aim for in your restoration...

http://www.kijiji.ca/v-classic-cars/calgary/porsche-928s/1177377432?enableSearchNavigationFlag=true

If it's manual, I can see that. Otherwise, lmao rofl. Not even interior pics.

EDIT: Whoa, I can do this:

Doa0gzfpQCw

[G-ZUS]

Originally posted by flipstah


If it's manual, I can see that. Otherwise, lmao rofl. Not even interior pics.

EDIT: Whoa, I can do this:

Doa0gzfpQCw

you gonna try it?

[Darkane]

Originally posted by flipstah
BUMP.

Been daily driving the 928 and she's been running supreme. No big issues to report, but some outstanding items:

- Steering rack still needs to be rebuilt for gasket changes
- A/C needs Freon or condenser is clogged (but the sunroof is fixed now!)
- Still waiting for door lock cylinders
- Still waiting for headlight relay
- Still need to replace instrument cluster bulbs

The trickle charger is working beautifully, and just keeping it clean and pristine as much as I can. Definitely needs a Stage 3 polish.

The new blue dashmat is looking better than the weathered old one. Took it to Cars and Coffee last night. Saw a Speedster and a 944 Turbo. WHOAH!

Were you trying to catch the 718 unveiling?

I didn't see you there, will keep an eye out and say hi next time. I'm the only GT350 there usually.

[flipstah]

Originally posted by G-ZUS


you gonna try it?

It would be kinda neat to try. The comments lol,

"What sorcery is this" :rofl:



Originally posted by Darkane


Were you trying to catch the 718 unveiling?

I didn't see you there, will keep an eye out and say hi next time. I'm the only GT350 there usually.

Yup, but looks like it was a dud. It was still cool though so I'll definitely go there next week, if time permits. Usually around 7-8PM.

[Darkane]

Originally posted by flipstah


It would be kinda neat to try. The comments lol,

"What sorcery is this" :rofl:




Yup, but looks like it was a dud. It was still cool though so I'll definitely go there next week, if time permits. Usually around 7-8PM.

Yeah I was a bit late last night 8pm. Porsche canceled the event last minute - so it's likely rescheduled for next week as stampede week will have poor turn out. The week after we're into the Lambo night.

[flipstah]

So don't go this Tuesday then. Good to know!

[A2VR6]

Originally posted by flipstah
So don't go this Tuesday then. Good to know!

:confused: I thought stampede week was the week after this one. Might make an appearance this tues... Been too busy to make the ones prior to this.

[Darkane]

Originally posted by A2VR6


:confused: I thought stampede week was the week after this one. Might make an appearance this tues... Been too busy to make the ones prior to this.

Yeah you're right. My timeline was off, might still unveil this Tuesday? Not sure

[flipstah]

I need AC so bad.

I load up Freon on the high pressure side with the car off, because low pressure is buried in the depths of hell.

Clutch won't engage but thr AC switch is on. Sigh.

[flipstah]

Omg rear ac is ice cold. Front a.c. Isnt

[Kloubek]

Originally posted by flipstah


If it's manual, I can see that. Otherwise, lmao rofl. Not even interior pics.

EDIT: Whoa, I can do this:

Doa0gzfpQCw

I know the magic of video/internet can make anything seem possible. But assuming no trickery, this product looks amazing.

[flipstah]

^ I might buy that kit and try it out. Keep you all posted! :thumbsup:

Meanwhile, this exact thread is my issue today:

http://rennlist.com/forums/928-forum/633743-ac-issues-front-warm-rear-cold.html

So I'll have to read up on it and see where it takes me. Freon is fully charged, and rear AC is cold but front AC is hot. Also, the alternator is getting defeated by the AC, so it's not charging efficiently or something.

Also opened up the headlamp 'relay'. I use quotations because this is not a relay. It's more of a circuit lmao. However, cleaned up the contact points using sandpaper and flux cleaner. Good to go again!

RISE AGAIN, POP-UP HEADLAMPS!

[flipstah]

So the alternator had a worn out carbon brush. Auto Value was able to offer a Bosch replacement vs. NAPA selling a whole alternator rofl.

Explains why it won't charge efficiently.

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n205/dj_flipster/7132F83F-61A1-4FCC-AEE0-600AA8F1276C_zps214sucso.jpg

[flipstah]

Alternator is finally charging well and constant. Wiring issue resolved.

After months of backlog and waiting, Porsche wasn't able to make me lock cylinders. Womp womp.

I'll be digging around Rennlist with alternatives. :)

As for the car, drove to Invermere, BC for the weekend in the rain. Need to buy wipers as they disintegrated before my eyes as I went faster. Ol' gal can still handle fast. :love:

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n205/dj_flipster/13978273_10208542848581223_1150146566_o_zpsetk4alez.jpg

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n205/dj_flipster/13977789_10208542972384318_1280317531_o_zpsco7crrew.jpg

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n205/dj_flipster/13931535_10208542979464495_1723536940_o_zpscbna1kmh.jpg

[EK 2.0]

That last picture....

It just looks so right in the rain haha...

[flipstah]

It was the first trip past city limits. I had the whole kit:

- Tools
- ATF
- Oil
- Booster cables
- Water
- Food
- AMA

I'm happy that it ran so well. Although that massive rainstorm on Hwy1 made the ride back a little nerve-wracking.

[ricosuave]

that second pic is now my desktop background haha

well done!

[flipstah]

Haha nice!

[flipstah]

Latest issue to tackle: Coolant leaking on the radiator, and looks like it needs a flush as well.

Sigh.

[D'z Nutz]

Watch out Don, there's a shooter on the roof (or he's drinking coffee).

Also what is that green car with the white top?

[flipstah]

Originally posted by D'z Nutz
Watch out Don, there's a shooter on the roof (or he's drinking coffee).

Also what is that green car with the white top?

He's capturing the 928 in their usual stance: hood up.

That would be a Karmann Ghia shell (no engine)

https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/originals/48/81/26/4881266d563950542903bd60df64ba9c.jpg

[flipstah]

Had a photo shoot with a herd of black sheep

[Pacman]

Is that 924 a turbo? Looks like it has the NACA duct on the hood.

[D'z Nutz]

Originally posted by flipstah
That would be a Karmann Ghia shell (no engine)

https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/originals/48/81/26/4881266d563950542903bd60df64ba9c.jpg

Sweet!

[LilDrunkenSmurf]

I want the red one.

[flipstah]

Summer is back! Which means, radiator came off and was able to find the leak via soapy water and compressed air. It's a hairline crack between the plastic coolant reservoir and the metal.

http://i.imgur.com/NlgKRLM.jpg

New radiators are 900USD so bought some JB Weld to see if it'll hold lmao. Waiting for it to cure.

[flipstah]

.

[Sentry]

JB weld is magic for radiators.

What year/engine is this thing anyway?

[flipstah]

1989 with a Porsche V8. Gramps

[Sentry]

Yeah WHAT v8 is what I was asking, since I know these had like 8 different ones depending on year and trim lol.

[flipstah]

Lolol oh! Well it's the S4 so 4 valves per cylinder = 32V

5.0L

[flipstah]

Nomnomnomz

[flipstah]

JB Weld didn't hold. Same as the liquid kind. Sigh, time to get a new radiator

[carson blocks]

You can always swing by Crossroads Radiator and have the guy take a look. Saved me over $1000 by fixing a rad I was going to replace. Call first as he moved last week and his website still has the old Monument Pl address.

[flipstah]

Originally posted by carson blocks
You can always swing by Crossroads Radiator and have the guy take a look. Saved me over $1000 by fixing a rad I was going to replace. Call first as he moved last week and his website still has the old Monument Pl address.

Is this still the phone #? (403) 272-9889

Thanks for the tip! I'll give them a call later.

[flipstah]

Mmm shiny things.

Found a deal on CSF radiator. All aluminum. Fapfapfap

[flipstah]

No ragrats

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Seized door cylinder is causing the alarm to go crazy and it's a parasitic drain.

[flipstah]

Awesome way to celebrate the long weekend!

Issue: Seized door lock cylinder is causing the central alarm to think the car is stolen, causing a parasitic drain.

Solution: Crack open the cylinder, rebuild/recondition, fix the contact points on the central locking system, enjoy!

Thanks for the instructions, Rennlist! :love:

Everything works meow!

[Nufy]

Yeah...

One thing I learned a whilst wrenching on my old 944...

Some one else has probably experienced the same issues I am having...

And the solution is probably on the internet.

[flipstah]

God bless the internet. Will be monitoring the situation, but this was the first time it was able to start without bypassing the immobilizer so that's a good sign.

Time for maintenance next week with 5W30 oil change and clean up of seats.

[flipstah]

It's been a while since I updated but so far the Money Pit is running well with a new radiator from CSF.

Although I'd like some help on diagnosing an AC issue:

- It has front and rear AC
- Recharged with freon
- Rear blows ice cold; front is hot
- Could there be two condensers? What would cause that or is that too vague?

[Sentry]

Your blend doors are probably just stuck in the front, there should only be one AC system, one compressor, one evaporator, one condenser, etc.

[mr2mike]

Correct, I would lean to the physical movement of the blend doors in the system under your dash. Or one of the lever arms is broken. Probably setup to fail hot not fail cold.

[flipstah]

Cool, thanks Sentry and mr2mike! It's underneath the glovebox so that's going to be fun.