944 Turbo Track junkies....what would I need to look for when buying a K27 driven 944?

Rally_nutcase_1982 · 06-30-2008, 06:16 PM

Yes, I know, I should perhaps browse the Porsche forums for that but you guys have been such a great support and help that I'd rather take your opinions first.....

Finally lined up a 944 T/K27 for a test drive, not a very pretty example but that doesn't matter. It does have a Radio with CD....that's the last thing I'd expect in a Porsche....too much weight ;-)

Timing belt is one thing that comes to mind and surely replacing all the liquids, well mostly.
Besides using some common sense, what else likes to go sour on these cars?

TIA !!!

Jimax · 06-30-2008, 06:30 PM

arob · 06-30-2008, 07:10 PM

which I've found to be as useful as the allroad forum.

www.dorkiphus.net

Good seeing you this past weekend.

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BlueDog · 06-30-2008, 07:14 PM

Rally_nutcase_1982 · 06-30-2008, 08:13 PM

Rally_nutcase_1982 · 06-30-2008, 08:17 PM

definitely for VIR in November :-)

I guess the allroad has now officially become a towing vehicle.....she needs a break anyways :-)

Dimi (A6 2.7T) · 06-30-2008, 08:22 PM

It seems that the 944T go every two years through a head gasket. This is a pricey job. Make sure the gearbox is in good shape and the clutch as well. I got mine in perfect condition except the timing belt, water pump, etc need to be replaced.

Check Dorkiphus.net and Rennlist.com for more guides for buying a 944 or 951.

Rally_nutcase_1982 · 06-30-2008, 08:29 PM

responded to setup a test drive so we'll see how it feels with the clutch, tranny, oil pressure etc pp....

Are there any upgrades for the head gasket available? Something like a racing version based on metal and other composites?

Fairfax 4.0T · 07-01-2008, 03:16 AM

Those little 4 bangers putting out a lot of power need a cooling system that is in tip top shape. This issue tends to only surface when it's being pushed on the track, so my PPI did not pick up that my car runs really hot on the track when the temp is 85+.

The head gasket on 944 Turbos does seem to go every few years. Just write it in as a maintenance cost.

There will be oil leaks. You need to have someone familiar with a 944 turbo to look it over carefully, and use this as a negotiating tool with the seller. The most common areas are air oil separator o-rings, oil cooler area (very close to the oil filter), balance shaft seals. Also, like any old car, there is a possibility of steering rack leaks.

Good luck. You really need a good Porsche shop that is familiar with 944s to give it a good looking over. Get to know that shop, because you're going to be spending a lot of money there!

Jim

Jretal · 07-01-2008, 03:45 AM

all depends on how much a HG job is I guess :-P

06-30-2008, 06:30 PM	#2
Jimax AudiWorld Super User Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Aug 2002 Posts: 19,672	Don't worry Thomas, Dorkiphus has been transplated to Audiworld. :P

06-30-2008, 07:10 PM	#3
arob AudiWorld Super User Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 17,910	Hopefully the 944 guys will chime in, but I would also post on the Dorki forum which I've found to be as useful as the allroad forum. www.dorkiphus.net Good seeing you this past weekend. )

06-30-2008, 07:14 PM	#4
BlueDog AudiWorld Super User Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Censored by IB Posts: 6,512	RENN951 and Fairfax2.7t are our 944T contingent __________________

06-30-2008, 08:13 PM	#5
Rally_nutcase_1982 Senior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Aug 2001 Posts: 7,956	Thanks for the link....I knew it was a silly kind of name but couldn't remember :-) __________________ Every good driver has bugs stuck to his door windows - do it sideways ;-) Visit us @www.motoring-foundation.com or the ACNA-NJ Chapter

06-30-2008, 08:17 PM	#6
Rally_nutcase_1982 Senior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Aug 2001 Posts: 7,956	Thanks Erich, I'll sure pick their brains and perhaps she'll be ready for WG in August, but definitely for VIR in November :-) I guess the allroad has now officially become a towing vehicle.....she needs a break anyways :-) __________________ Every good driver has bugs stuck to his door windows - do it sideways ;-) Visit us @www.motoring-foundation.com or the ACNA-NJ Chapter

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06-30-2008, 08:22 PM	#7
Dimi (A6 2.7T) AudiWorld Senior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Frederick, MD Posts: 1,458	As Fairfax 2.7T will confirm, ask whether the head gasket was replaced? It seems that the 944T go every two years through a head gasket. This is a pricey job. Make sure the gearbox is in good shape and the clutch as well. I got mine in perfect condition except the timing belt, water pump, etc need to be replaced. Check Dorkiphus.net and Rennlist.com for more guides for buying a 944 or 951. __________________ 2003 Audi A6 2.7T AKA "Fat Albert" w/REVO Stage 1 1986 Porsche 944 NA - Being prepared for the track....

06-30-2008, 08:29 PM	#8
Rally_nutcase_1982 Senior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Aug 2001 Posts: 7,956	Thanks Dimi, the seller posted about 30K on the T-Belt and it should be replaced soon, he just responded to setup a test drive so we'll see how it feels with the clutch, tranny, oil pressure etc pp.... Are there any upgrades for the head gasket available? Something like a racing version based on metal and other composites? __________________ Every good driver has bugs stuck to his door windows - do it sideways ;-) Visit us @www.motoring-foundation.com or the ACNA-NJ Chapter

07-01-2008, 03:16 AM	#9
Fairfax 4.0T AudiWorld Super User Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Fairfax Station, VA Posts: 3,436	My biggest problem has been over heating, which is not rare in 944 Turbos. Those little 4 bangers putting out a lot of power need a cooling system that is in tip top shape. This issue tends to only surface when it's being pushed on the track, so my PPI did not pick up that my car runs really hot on the track when the temp is 85+. The head gasket on 944 Turbos does seem to go every few years. Just write it in as a maintenance cost. There will be oil leaks. You need to have someone familiar with a 944 turbo to look it over carefully, and use this as a negotiating tool with the seller. The most common areas are air oil separator o-rings, oil cooler area (very close to the oil filter), balance shaft seals. Also, like any old car, there is a possibility of steering rack leaks. Good luck. You really need a good Porsche shop that is familiar with 944s to give it a good looking over. Get to know that shop, because you're going to be spending a lot of money there! Jim __________________

07-01-2008, 03:45 AM	#10
Jretal AudiWorld Super User Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jun 2001 Posts: 15,654	i'm sure you could get a custom copper gasket made w/ o-rings ;) all depends on how much a HG job is I guess :-P __________________ -Justin Click de sig for more pix A4: LOTS 'o extras 4000S: MC1, NF head, 34mm exhaust valves, 2871 turbo, 034 Ib ECU, VAP CCK, pro-mounts, and some stiff azz springs! B5 Faq

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