If you want the transmission to slide in, put your little finger in the gap. This is one of the best 911 videos I've see. I believe I could pull the engine in one of these after watching this. I should not have sold my 1987 3.2. These cars are a mechanic's dream. It's amazing you can do this job without a lift table and few specialized tools. I don't understand removing the air conditioning compressor. I hope he's going to put it back. Driving a car with the windows open all the time is tiring.
Garth, These cars are designed to be serviced, so pulling an engine and trans is never a big deal. Yes he did end up putting the A/C back on the car and you can watch that video here th-cam.com/video/5o1pqbsGPS8/w-d-xo.html Kurt
I was a Mercedes Benz Silver Star tech back in the 70's. I'm too old to work on cars anymore but I still know a Master Porsche mechanic when I see one. Best regards
This is your subscriber on the West Coast Los Angeles. Thank you so much for this video. You always answer a lot of questions I have when I watch your videos thank you can’t wait for your next video.
You made me remember doing this same job in my driveway with my Daughter (who was 14 at the time) help me! When the engine and transmission were out my neighbors were shocked at how quickly it took to remove and how big it all looked. Back then I had to make that “engine stand” for my jack. I love the air cooled cars from Porsche!
Awesome video - detailed yet totally clear and concise. 👏 I have owned a Carrera 3.2 for 23 years now and would love to see more on this model. Thanks for sharing your expertise and keep up the great work.
I so enjoy your videos. I learned a lot on this one for sure! Such value to Porsche home mechanics!!! I may have missed it in a video somewhere, but I'd love to learn how to do piston to cylinder head clearance and measurement. The old high compression pistons / cams deal. Love your channel!
I have not done one showing an actual physical measurement yet. Usually I only do that if we are using a very high compression ratio and also have positive deck height, (Meaning that the piston at TDC is above the barrel height at the edge of the piston. This dose not mean the dome height.) What I normally do is do my cylinder head chamber volumes and my dome volumes and calculate the compression ratio. I do have a video on that. th-cam.com/video/pVman2qOrXI/w-d-xo.html If for some reason I do need to do a physical measurement I use plasticine on top of the piston and then put on the heads and cams and rotate the engine. Then you remove the heads and cams and measure the thickness of the plasticine, (silly putty), and that's your piston to head/valve clearance. I will see if we can put a video in the queue showing this. Thanks for watching Kurt
Wow that 55 min went by so quickly! Great video thanks for sharing the knowledge. Will you be posting a separate video for the valve adjust that you mentioned at the beginning? Thanks!!!
Jonathan, We decided not to do that one because we already have a valve clearance video on the channel. Here is a link to it th-cam.com/video/DQI9OR0Vt4w/w-d-xo.html Thanks for watching and glad you enjoyed it Kurt PS: The oil return tube video will be coming soon
Hands down by far the best video on engine/trans removal my 87 has broken head stud, will be dropping mine soon. where can i buy that orange engine tool that you used with the floor jack
The engine cradle is still available from Porsche. You need to buy two parts the cradle and the jack adaptor piece, it works out to around a $1000 . Kurt
Hi Kurt, I have a 78 porsche 911SC 3.0L that I am considering replacing the flywheel. It has several hot spots. I don't know of any machine shops where I can have it resurfaced. At what point would should a flywheel be replaced instead of resurfacing? What should I look for when choosing a flywheel? Any recommendations?
Hot spots on the flywheel are normal and can usually be resurfaced using a flywheel grinder. I replace flywheels when they go under the minimum thickness specification. When buying a new flywheel i will usually stick with an OEM one. Kurt
No I would not cut away anything. What changed to cause this issue? When is the spring hitting the heat exchanger? If it is when the spring is at rest, (no clutch pressure on it), then i would look at your clutch cable adjustment. Kurt
Actually, I just did a total rebuild on engine and trans. and with Both the engine and trans on the floor, when I put them together the spring hit the seem on the new heat exchanger, I just snipped off a 1/4 inch so I would clear. Thanks Kurt@@klassikats
How do you not have more subscribers and views? EVERY air cooled owner and enthusiast should watch your content.
I know! Thanks for watching, S.
Such a valuable contribution to the Porsche community. Always looking forward to your next episode.
Thanks
If you want the transmission to slide in, put your little finger in the gap.
This is one of the best 911 videos I've see. I believe I could pull the engine in one of these after watching this.
I should not have sold my 1987 3.2. These cars are a mechanic's dream. It's amazing you can do this job without a lift table and few specialized tools.
I don't understand removing the air conditioning compressor. I hope he's going to put it back. Driving a car with the windows open all the time is tiring.
Garth,
These cars are designed to be serviced, so pulling an engine and trans is never a big deal. Yes he did end up putting the A/C back on the car and you can watch that video here th-cam.com/video/5o1pqbsGPS8/w-d-xo.html
Kurt
I was a Mercedes Benz Silver Star tech back in the 70's. I'm too old to work on cars anymore but I still know a Master Porsche mechanic when I see one. Best regards
Thank you
Kurt
This is your subscriber on the West Coast Los Angeles. Thank you so much for this video. You always answer a lot of questions I have when I watch your videos thank you can’t wait for your next video.
You are so welcome
Kurt
Wow!!! Every Porsche mechanic should be like this, detailed and Very clean work. Wish he was local I would go to him for everything. Very Impressive.
Thank you
Kurt
Can't believe that more Porsche Fanatics have not subscribed and watch these most educational videos. Thanks again for sharing your knowledge!
Much appreciated!
Kurt
You made me remember doing this same job in my driveway with my Daughter (who was 14 at the time) help me! When the engine and transmission were out my neighbors were shocked at how quickly it took to remove and how big it all looked. Back then I had to make that “engine stand” for my jack. I love the air cooled cars from Porsche!
Nice,
Kurt
This is a great video, as I like hearing/seeing the wear specs on the release fork and shims, guide tube, and clutch level settings.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Kurt
Zero filler... Pure skills.... Love it !!
Thank you!
Awesome video - detailed yet totally clear and concise.
👏
I have owned a Carrera 3.2 for 23 years now and would love to see more on this model.
Thanks for sharing your expertise and keep up the great work.
This owner likes to stagger the work, and I'm sure he will be back. Thanks for watching, S.
Absolutely loved this video. Very thorough , educational and informative. Nothing like learning from someone with real world experience. Thanks ☀️😎👍
Thanks
Kurt
Very good channel, pure gem..... thanks for your knowledge! Cheers, Doug
Thank you kindly!
Kurt
Just found this video and wow what a masterclass you put on.....very educational and valuable. Thank you!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Kurt
Well done and explained. I am glad though I did not keep my 911 long enough to need a new clutch.
Thanks
Kurt
Another well done video, I appreciate the hard work that both of you put in this one. A lot of good information and tips.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Extremely informative and beautifully executed video. Thank you
Thank you
Kurt
Just another great episode. Thanks for sharing all your knowledge
Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for watching
Kurt
The very best tutorial and professionalism ! thank you so much .............and no i haven't a 911
Now when you get one you will be able to do your clutch...
Thanks
Kurt
@@klassikats yes maybe one day Kurt 🙂 thanks again
I always enjoy watching yours videos . You are THE MASTER .
Thank you.
I so enjoy your videos. I learned a lot on this one for sure! Such value to Porsche home mechanics!!! I may have missed it in a video somewhere, but I'd love to learn how to do piston to cylinder head clearance and measurement. The old high compression pistons / cams deal. Love your channel!
I have not done one showing an actual physical measurement yet. Usually I only do that if we are using a very high compression ratio and also have positive deck height, (Meaning that the piston at TDC is above the barrel height at the edge of the piston. This dose not mean the dome height.) What I normally do is do my cylinder head chamber volumes and my dome volumes and calculate the compression ratio. I do have a video on that. th-cam.com/video/pVman2qOrXI/w-d-xo.html If for some reason I do need to do a physical measurement I use plasticine on top of the piston and then put on the heads and cams and rotate the engine. Then you remove the heads and cams and measure the thickness of the plasticine, (silly putty), and that's your piston to head/valve clearance. I will see if we can put a video in the queue showing this.
Thanks for watching
Kurt
Fantastic detail on this job
Glad you like it
Kurt
Another excellent tutorial Kurt. Thank you
My pleasure!
Kurt
Thanks Kurt. Another fantastic video.
Glad you enjoyed it
Kurt
Thank you for the great video Kurt. Tape player :)
My pleasure!
Another excellent video Kurt
Thanks
Kurt
NICE WORK SIR!!! Love the tutorial!!!
Glad you liked it!
Great work and detailed instruction.
Thank you!
Kurt
Outstanding video! Thanks for sharing
You re welcome.
Kurt
More fabulous content, thanks for sharing it.
Glad you enjoyed it
Kurt
Very well done & nicely filmed. PLEASE do one for the 993 :)
As soon as we get one into the Shop we will.
Kurt
Great vid. Thanks a lot and keep them coming!
Thanks, will do!
Wow that 55 min went by so quickly! Great video thanks for sharing the knowledge. Will you be posting a separate video for the valve adjust that you mentioned at the beginning? Thanks!!!
Jonathan,
We decided not to do that one because we already have a valve clearance video on the channel. Here is a link to it th-cam.com/video/DQI9OR0Vt4w/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for watching and glad you enjoyed it
Kurt
PS: The oil return tube video will be coming soon
@@klassikats thanks Kurt, looking forward to the return tubes video!
Excellent video, thank you
Glad you liked it!
Kurt
Well done!
Thanks
Kurt
That is a great watch! Thanks.
Rattle gun on aluminium wheel nuts 😮
Its all about the socket not the removal method.
Kurt
Hands down by far the best video on engine/trans removal my 87 has broken head stud, will be dropping mine soon. where can i buy that orange engine tool that you used with the floor jack
The engine cradle is still available from Porsche. You need to buy two parts the cradle and the jack adaptor piece, it works out to around a $1000 .
Kurt
Kurt nice vid! When disconnecting the shift coupler, what gear should it be in for easiest hook up later? Same for all years?
I always have the transmission in neutral.
Kurt
Great job can you purchase that engine too to lower the motor?
Yes you can, Its still available I believe through the Porsche parts network.
Thanks!
Thank you John.
Kurt
I always like watching yours videos !! Do you like SKF Speedi-sleeve ? when there is a mark on the crank
I have used them for years now. They work well, are easy to install and have no negative effects.
Thanks
Kurt
Hi Kurt, I have a 78 porsche 911SC 3.0L that I am considering replacing the flywheel. It has several hot spots. I don't know of any machine shops where I can have it resurfaced. At what point would should a flywheel be replaced instead of resurfacing? What should I look for when choosing a flywheel? Any recommendations?
Hot spots on the flywheel are normal and can usually be resurfaced using a flywheel grinder. I replace flywheels when they go under the minimum thickness specification. When buying a new flywheel i will usually stick with an OEM one.
Kurt
Great video! Where’s your accent from? You sound Aussie! Thanks
got a lot going on there, lived in a lot of different places.
Kurt
HI it seems my clutch spring, ( the C spring on the actuator arm may hit the heat exchanger, should it just cut it away? Thanks Kurt
No I would not cut away anything. What changed to cause this issue? When is the spring hitting the heat exchanger? If it is when the spring is at rest, (no clutch pressure on it), then i would look at your clutch cable adjustment.
Kurt
Actually, I just did a total rebuild on engine and trans. and with Both the engine and trans on the floor, when I put them together the spring hit the seem on the new heat exchanger, I just snipped off a 1/4 inch so I would clear. Thanks Kurt@@klassikats
wow what a guy can you do mine please
Sure could
Thanks
Kurt
And MINE!!! Clever guy...
Too many people wanna machine a flywheel every time they see one.
not many that dont need a machine by the time the clutch is worn out.
Kurt
I'm sure glad I don't need a clutch
thanks
Kurt
Takes five times longer to do it when you make a video.
Yes I definitely slow Kurt down, but not 5 times, just 4. S
Thanks!
Thank we appreciate you.
Kurt