[jacbabbitt]

Hi

Just bought an East coast 968 here in California. How did that happen? Yes its rusted underside but still in good shape. Looking for few pointers to fix her up. All ready have a 73, 911T that still runs great. A bit worried that there are things I should know about that I do not on the 968. Hoping the forum will help in that manner. Prior Marine Aviator I am in to techie stuff. Flying for American Eagle now.

thanks



Jack

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[tamathumper]

Welcome!

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[94SilverCab]

Welcome,



Make sure that Timing Belt and Balance Shaft belt has been recently changed. If you don't know, change them!



Otherwise there is a typical laundry list of items:

Castor Blocks

That darned leaking PS hose on the front passenger side

Clutch inspection port plug that fell out a while ago

Cap and Rotor, spark plug wires are worth checking

Change <acronym title='heater control valve'>HCV</acronym> (keep a spare)

DME RELAY (Keep a spare)



Drive and Enjoy <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/smile.png" class="smilie" alt="" />



Jay

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[MB968]

As stated in the previous post, timing belt and balance shaft(s) belt are a must. Since the 968 has an interference engine, if these fail you're in for a huge bill. So if you don't know the status, at least pull a front timing belt cover and have a look at them ASAP to make sure they look good enough to even be driving it. Don't be alarmed if the balance shaft belt seems quite loose, they run that way. Do a search for correct feel of belt when twisted 90 degrees. Buy/borrow a belt tension gauge to set the new belts.



And then as soon as you can get the parts, replace them. Gates seems to be the preferred belt over the Contiteck. It's also a good time when you replace the belts to replace seals on the front of the engine (Paragon Prod. carries a front engine reseal kit, other suppliers may too). Lots of good info on this site. Search on any of the above for more complete info.



Welcome and good luck with your new purchase.

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