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doomer77 · Joined: 10 Jan 2006 Posts: 266 Location: Huskvarna, Sweden

Ok, there has been some talk about putting together a thread which would ask as an introduction to new 924 owners. on the list of ideas are car history, advice, interesting stories, mechanical goodies, and so on and so forth.

first of all though we are going to put toghether a checklist (hopefully arranged in order of priority). so please, share some of your knowledge about things that needs to be done immidietly after getting a new car. anyone can post as no advice will be dissregarded.

ill start us off with the easy ones.

provided that the seller doesnt have any information regarding changes or if the car has been standing still for long
1. Oil filter
2. Fuel filter
3. Air filter

another thing that is very important concidering it's such an old car is greasing up the ball bearings in all wheels. these bearings will run out of grease and eventually brake, several hundred dollars..

you keep it going!
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Porscheaddiction · Posted: Tue May 09, 2006 9:32 am Post subject:

new sparkplugs
vac hoses
coolant hoses timming belt and tensioner
alternator belt
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leadfoot · Posted: Tue May 09, 2006 9:51 am Post subject:

2nd ground strap from motor to chassis + rewire alternator/starter motor loom to battery...
clean all ground points
ensure all fuses are in place and clean contacts for fuses at fusebox - check to see if any relays have corrosion on their pins...

flush cooling system

change transmission fluid

inspect ball joints, change tie rods/rod ends , check rear ride height is level with front, check shock absorbers and have a wheel alignment done.
leadfoot
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Paul · Posted: Tue May 09, 2006 10:12 am Post subject:

Flush/change brake fluid
Replace rubber brake hoses if they are more than 10 years old
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WhoDak · Joined: 22 Mar 2005 Posts: 492 Location: Akron, OH

Clean steering column electrics.
Check seat mounting bolts.
Parking/main brake adjustment(4-bolt drums in rear).
Tire pressure.
Check CV boots and bolts.
Check steering arm boots.
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'82 924 N/A
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Slam · Posted: Tue May 09, 2006 11:59 am Post subject:

Water leaks at battery box.
Cam oiler elbow.
Timing belt tensioner.
Water pump.

I've found twice now that the 924 t-belt tensoner will warn of impending failure because the belt will start to 'walk' as the tensioner bearings start to fail.
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Ozzie · Posted: Tue May 09, 2006 1:13 pm Post subject:

Wiper blades.
Crank breather hose.
Engine mounts.
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Lizard · Posted: Tue May 09, 2006 1:30 pm Post subject:

clean grounds for fuse box, and replace fusebox with a new unit.
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pocketscience · Posted: Tue May 09, 2006 3:51 pm Post subject:

Guys, this is fantastic stuff - I've just picked up my first 924, so am taking your suggestions and turning them into a complete list that I'll get right onto this weekend - if not earlier!

Keep it going...!

Cheers,
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Tigger937 · Posted: Tue May 09, 2006 4:31 pm Post subject:

Camshaft & followers for signs of wear
Adjust valve lash
Proper operation of cooling fan(s)
Using high pressure air hose, back blow the radiator to clean
Oil in coolant, coolant in oil
Antifreeze set temp.
compression/leak down check
Plugs for signs of engine problems
Add can of water pump lube & antirust followng flush, bleed the system
fuel injector spray pattern
get yourself a spare fuel pump relay
and belts
and fire extinguisher rated for electrical & gas fires
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Mike924 · Joined: 12 Aug 2004 Posts: 2601 Location: IoW UK

Oil change has been mentioned, but if you're not sure how regularly the PO has changed the oil in the past, I would recommend an engine flush (or two!) before changing the oil.

Apart from that, it's just a general thorough maintenance routine, as with any car with an unknown history.
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doomer77 · Joined: 10 Jan 2006 Posts: 266 Location: Huskvarna, Sweden

bump!

lets keep this going people
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Carpe diem. and if that doesnt work; get drunk!

1980 924 n/a - engine swap begun
1989 Volvo 480ES

JB 924 · Joined: 03 Apr 2006 Posts: 606 Location: Hessen, Germany

Check intake for oil

pocketscience · Posted: Fri May 12, 2006 1:30 pm Post subject:

Paul · Posted: Fri May 12, 2006 1:51 pm Post subject:

No worries mate, oil in the intake is more of a concern for the turbo models since it usually means blown turbo seals.
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White 87 924S "Ghost"
Silver 98 986 3.6l 320 HP "Frank N Stein"
White 01 986 "Christine"
Polar Silver 02 996TT. "Turbo"
Owned and repaired 924s since 1977
Porsche: It's not driving, it's therapy.