[PorscheG96]

In the same way the TT can be slid back and separated from engine, the engine can be moved forward to decouple from driveline. Fw, dampener, bell housing can be removed once engine is out of car.

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[flash]

it is my understanding that the TT cannot be moved without removal of the trans.  is that not the case?  i know it is a part of servicing the damper, so i would assume it would happen here too.  if the engine is frozen, will you be able to rotate the damper or get to the bolts, without getting it all out of the way.

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[PorscheG96]

And I don't think it was a broken rod. 1&4 piston heights are the same 1/16th of an inch using dowel rod method, same with 2&3.

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[PorscheG96]

it is my understanding that the TT cannot be moved without removal of the trans.  is that not the case?  i know it is a part of servicing the damper, so i would assume it would happen here too.  if the engine is frozen, will you be able to rotate the damper or get to the bolts, without getting it all out of the way.

Read again, proposing not to move TT & leave bell housing on engine.

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[flash]

i got that.  so you can uncouple the driveshaft if you can't rotate the engine?  am i having a brain fart?

 

have you been able to stick the boroscope up there and see the valves?

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[ds968]

So the mechanical breakdown is now transcending into what may be nervous breakdown territory... Exaggerating of course, but not particularly good news ; after Trevor took apart more of the engine we had hoped would become the replacement for mine, he discovered various issues which, long story short , would require nearly as much rebuilding as mine might. So I'm now facing a tough dilemma ; need to sleep on this and have a conversation with a few folks to get a consensus as to what the most plausible solution may be .. Ugh, that's a pretty crappy way to start off a new year knowing that in addition to a hefty cost, this car will be out of commission for a lot longer than my patience typically lasts . But since there is no quick magic that can fix a relatively catastrophic failure I'll just have to come to grips with the situation ..

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[Bulti]

At least you got two cars :-)

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[Rap]

Have you looked for another engine? Not a pleasant thought or choice but perhaps a more plausible solution?

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[ds968]

I could look for another engine, but there is no way to absolutely validate the condition of its components unless it was rebuilt piece by piece by someone like Flash, or Max, or Trevor, or my mechanic. Absent that , I could easily end up back to exactly where I am today three months or six months down the road...so to speak .. So I think the most viable solution is probably to have this one rebuilt.

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[94SilverCab]

Buy a cheap 968 and transplant the engine, then part out the rest...

 

Jay

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[Rap]

I used a Bill Martin at Autotech Plus and got a good engine. I know of others who have had similar results. If interested let me know.

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[ds968]

Bob ( RAP ) sure , I'll send you a PM , since I'm exploring all options here...except buying another 968 that is, since the engine condition would largely be an unknown - just because the engine runs, means very little .

Not to mention that a third 968 would probably cost seven figures ( divorce settlements don't usually favor the husband .. )

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[Rap]

What is with you guys asking permission or even telling them? They are just women. They don't need to know! For any female 968 owners, this doesn't mean or include you because you own a 968.

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[flash]

oof - that's not even close to funny

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[MCL968]

Let's not get ahead of ourselves. I too have a habit of jumping in and swapping good parts out for ostensibly better ones. As Abe Lincoln said, "If I am given six hours to chop down a tree, I will spend the first four sharpening my axe".

 

Diagnose carefully, tear everything apart and scrutinize the pieces, save what is salvageable, and go from there. You might find that between the two motors you can put a good one together with minimal pain and parts.

 

My 2 cents...

 

Matt

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[Chris Vais]

DS, apart from the potential cost, why all of the hand ringing over rebuilding the engine? Back in my younger days I just rebuilt them, replaced what was broke, refurbished and reused what was salvageable. While you're at it, rebuild to minimum spec ( called blue printing back in the day).I blew up the engine in my 409 BelAire. Rebuilt and blueprinted it at the same time and ended up with very tight engine that could take an over rev with out blowing-up like the original. A missed shift was all it took and the original engine grenaded.

 

I should think that a super charged 968 with a fresh blue printed engine would run like a a scalded dog.

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[ds968]

At this point the cost is almost a secondary concern, though still a consideration which I can't ignore entirely. Also the time in which the job can be done is another consideration . Those two factors could vary greatly between the few options I have . Additionally troubling is this : although most of the other engine components can be replaced, refurbished , etc , we're discovering that machine shops either capable or willing to work with these aluminum blocks / cylinder refurb have pretty much vanished ..at least in this area anyway.


Rap, I noticed a missed call from a PA area code, so I'll presume you might have responded to my PM - sorry, was at a dinner, very loud environment, phone was on silent mode and in my outer jacket ( so could not even get the thrill of it vibrating in my pants :-) ) and by the time I returned home about half hour ago, it was obviously just a tad late, lol. Hopefully we can connect tomorrow ..

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[Chris Vais]

You might want to speak with Bauer Porsche in Oakland. I have my car serviced there. They are no stranger to these cars and I'm pretty sure would take on a rebuild if that is what you decide you want to do. Talk to Bryan 510 834-2772.

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[ds968]

Cool, thanks for the ref. Chris, we'll figure this out in the next few days ...

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[lbpesq]

+1 on Bauer Porsche. Very nice people who know what they are doing.


Bill

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