Questions for Model Year '1983'
1983 944 runs hot… please help!
Tuesday 10/06/2026 | 1983 | 944 | Engine
My 1983 944 is running hot… Replaced cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, flushed the cooling system, and bled the cooling system. Why is it still running hot? What would you change or check next?Also, the heater stopped turning on.. but hot or cool air (depending on the temperature dial setting) still blows through the vents when driving. Would the climate controls not functioning contribute to the cooling system ...
READ ANSWERCan anyone recommend a quality brand of dashboard cover for sun protection for a 1983 911 please.
Tuesday 07/14/2026 | 1983 | 911 SC Cabriolet | Accessories
READ ANSWERsorting out no rise in idle speed on cold start
Wednesday 06/10/2026 | 1983 | 911 SC Cabriolet | Fuel System
Looking for advise. Recently had engine out for oil leaks and CIS work. Pelican CIS guru Tony Donato evaluated my WUR, AAV and FD and all are in spec. Smoke tested for vacuum leaks prior to reinstall and had CO set to 2.54. Engine runs great with the exception of no rise in idle speed on cold start. I pulled the hose off the AAV and confirmed that it is open when cold and closed 2-1/2 minutes after startup. The only outl ...
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Friday 04/10/2026 | 1983 | 944 | Other
I was looking at some of the ads in the market and I came across a bunch that the photos taken were just awful. Do you have suggestions for people taking photos of their cars?
READ ANSWERI have owned my 1983 Porsche 944 since new. I have looked everywhere to determine a specific option code on my car but I can't find it on the internet. Would you know what is Option Code N69?
Saturday 03/14/2026 | 1983 | 944 | Other
I have owned my 1983 Porsche 944 since new. I have looked everywhere to determine a specific option code on my car but I can't find it on the internet. Would you know what is Option Code N69?
READ ANSWERMy 1983 911 SC has crankcase oil leaks. A local Porsche mechanic suspects broken head bolts as the issue. Any suggestions for another mechanic in New Haven County to get a second opinion?
Tuesday 12/23/2025 | 1983 | 911 SC Cabriolet | Engine
READ ANSWERI have owned my 1983 Porsche 944 since new. The main problem I am having now is all the mechanics in my small town who are willing to work on my car have now retired and I no longer can find anyone to work on the 944. Will Porsche Classic work on a 1983 944 and if so how do I get in touch with them?
Sunday 10/26/2025 | 1983 | 944 | Other
I have owned my 1983 Porsche 944 since new. The main problem I am having now is all the mechanics in my small town who are willing to work on my car have now retired and I no longer can find anyone to work on the 944. Will Porsche Classic work on a 1983 944 and if so how do I get in touch with them? If Porsche Classic will not help would you have any suggestions as to whom may help me?
READ ANSWERWheel swap back to front
Monday 06/23/2025 | 1983 | 911 SC | Wheels and Tires
I came across a set of 9x16 Fuchs wheels matte black for a good price. I noticed on this car I just acquired there are spacers on the stock rims installed. I wanted to get rid of these. A local air-cooled shop mentioned that I can move the rears which are 7x16 to the front and mount these new 9x16 on the rear without any issues. Can this be done?
READ ANSWERAfter my 944 had been parked for a few months, when I started it, there was a noise in the engine which sounds like a valve tap.
Thursday 05/01/2025 | 1983 | 944 | Engine
I've started it a couple more times hoping that maybe there just wasn't enough oil getting to the lifters or something similar, but it is not getting any better. It also doesn't want to idle and runs rough. I've only taken the rpm up to about 1200. Do you have any suggestions on what to check? Is it drivable a short distance in this condition?
READ ANSWERSignificant Oil Smoke at the exhaust under the slightest load
Sunday 03/02/2025 | 1983 | 911 SC | Engine
After driving about 10 miles at very moderate speed, with the engine warmed up and oil level correct i stopped at a traffic light. When the light turned green i accelerated away however in the rear view mirror the cloud of blue oil smoke was huge. Immediately stopped and had the car towed home. if i idle the car it doesn't smoke, pushing the accelerator it smokes heavily. Oil level is now over 1 quart low. Any suggestions on what the cause may be? ...
READ ANSWERTorque spec for 911 turbo valve covers
Friday 02/21/2025 | 1983 | 911 SC | Engine
I have had my valve covers off at least half dozen times. The last time I am having a bunch of leaks. I previously switched to the orange silicone gaskets and when they went on I had no leaks. Then I pulled engine to put in new clutch, adjust valves, install RS orings. When I put the covers back on they leaked. I have assembled and reassembled with some relief, but still small leak drivers side. Believe it or not I am looking high and low for the actual factory torque spec for the Turbo cover ...
READ ANSWERDoes anyone local (Central Mass) have a 9201 tool I can borrow for my first 944 timing belt change?
Wednesday 01/15/2025 | 1983 | 944 | Engine
Willing to come grab it within a reasonable distance.
READ ANSWERinformation on changing the shifter rod on a 1983 944 automatic transmission.
Tuesday 08/27/2024 | 1983 | 944 | Transmission/Clutch
Bought this project car with the shifter rod already removed. Looking for a video or instruction on how to replace it so the automatic transmission can be shifted.
READ ANSWERRaising rear suspension
Monday 12/04/2023 | 1983 | 944 | Suspension
Has anyone re-indexed the rear torsion bars on their 83' 944? The previous owner had lowered it and i liked the look but it's rubbing a little too much for my taste so i would like to raise it a bit. I plan on doing it by myself in my garage so any pointers and tips would be greatly appreciated!
READ ANSWER1983 944 bad DME computer?
Tuesday 08/08/2023 | 1983 | 944 | Electronics
I have a 1983 944, I got the car in non-running, disassembled condition after it had been sitting for 14 years. After rebuilding the motor and putting things back together I got the car running. Very randomly the car will start running extremely rich, lots of black smoke, and will barely stay running and will flood its self out. Then randomly it will run normally. I have gone through the whole DME test plan checking all test points. Everything checked out within the specification of the test ...
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