Porsche 911 (87): Restoring The Rear Suspension
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- This film is about the restoration of the rear suspension of my Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 from 1987.
The rear axle was disassembled down to the single screw. All parts have been restored or renewed. Wheel bearings and bushings have been replaced, the aluminium trailing arms wire wheeled and painted and the so-called swords zinc plated in the original yellow chromate look.
The production of this film was supported by JP Group Classics from Denmark who gave me some of the spare parts for free.
It was also supported by matoopa.com, my trusted shop for classic car - related tools.
If you're interested in the Gedore Red torque wrench (R68900100 / 3301216), please send a mail to info@matoopa.com and mention Greasy Fingers Channel.
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Banging sockets, dropped items, broken bolts perfect! This is my life.
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Thanks, Eric.
Nice to know even the calmest man in the world gets frustrated sometimes :)
Yeah, I normally edit it out, but it DOES happen.
Respect Sir for the AMAZING job you've done: you are committed to the task and accept nothing less than PERFECTION, which means a lot when it comes to restoring a gem like that!
That was a very stressful episode and I mean for me as a spectator!! Dropped swing arms, iffy couriers, lost parcels to name but a few horrors. Well done Prof. I knew you would suceed in the end and that gives me great hope for my own DIY maintenance adventures. Educational and entertaining as always.
Thanks, mate! Yeah, it was a troublesome episode, but they lived happily ever after.
Fingers crossed for your project!
Excellent. My heart jumped when you said the package got lost! Thank goodness it was found. Thanks for a brilliant video.
Thanks for the cool feedback, mate! ☺️
Thank you Sir for your work. I am looking forward for a new episode, it has become a treat. Inspiration. Therapy!
For people outside of Germany this is how we picture Germans, always doing the job well. German beer tastes better after you restore German steel to its former glory!
One thing which has worked for me with regards of stubborn bolts is soaking with penetrant few days before, also using a punch or ball peen hammer to tap where I have access (bolt head or nut). Then few 6 point combination wrenches in the more common sizes would work well to prevent rounding up. Good luck with your projects and thanks again for showing the good example!
Thanks for your feedback and tips, much appreciated!
A side note about these national mentality things: they sometimes work on a broad statistical base, but most of the times they’re not applicable to individuals. Some of the most careful and meticulous craftsmen I know are Italians and some of the most hard working guys are French.
When it comes to my work, you see: I’ve picked my job because I’ve always loved cars. But if you develop cars, things quickly become very theoretical. These days I’m living out my initial motivation of becoming a car guy.
@@GreasyFingers HAHA this is true!
I was wondering if we could have few words about the equipment you are using and why did you settled for that? Like air compressor, welder etc.
Thanks again.
@@mickmini3846 Sure, drop me a note. My mail address is available in the „about“ section of my channel.
Great to see a job done properly with no compromise (and very well shot). Thanks!
Thank you, Tristan. Cool, you liked it.
I'm absolutely loving this channel mate! Thank you for letting us all in.
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I'm back again. I love these videos for reference and relaxation both.
Great job, this has been on my bucket list for a long time. Cheers Steve
Thanks, Steve.
Once all screws are open it’s a fun project. Go for it!
Once again some excellent detailed work. Great outcome on the trailing arm restoration . Thanks for sharing some excellent content
Thank you, Manjit. I’m glad that you’ve been around all that time to support me and comment.
JETZT weiß ich, an wen mich die Stimme von Greasy Fingers erinnert: Werner Herzog. Und der Elfer ist niemals Kinski, das vorab. Sonntag Abend, Rotwein in der Hand, einfach nur cool. Danke!
Gerne, Philip. Ich freue mich, wenn’s den Leuten gefällt.
Den Vergleich mit Werner Herzog höre ich öfter. 😆
Your videos are absolutely sublime and hugely education for 911 enthusiasts and others. Well done.
Thanks, Richard. That’s very kind. ☺️
Pleasure to watch. Thanks for posting.
Thank you, John.
Wow what a beautiful job, that scene at the end is a pure work of art. You must be very proud, thanks for sharing.
Thanks a ton. It’s great you say that.
Fantastic video. Informative & entertaining as always. Thank you
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I really admire your patience. not to sound any negative, but it amazes me how prehistoric the suspension design was for a car from the 80s
Yeah, I’ve had the same thought many times.
It becomes quite evident at this point that it actually is a design of the late fifties.
Only thing we must not forget: suspensions are one thing but the centre of gravity is another.
Today’s stupidly huge SUV’s have the latest suspensions and yet they handle light years worse than these old 911’s.
@@GreasyFingers agreed. + they were able to keep the unsprung mass pretty low I guess.
Absolutely awesome video. Thanks.
Thanks, my friend.
By far the best quality video of all the content I follow . Car is coming along nicely.🇨🇦
Thank you, George. Do you know Soup Classic Motoring? If you like Greasy Fingers, I recommend you to give it a chance too.
Thanks for this video. Love it!
Thank you!
I don't have a little sister to recommend your video to, but I am able to use all the detailed shots and explanations to bring more detail in my Porsche scale models. Many thanks
Thanks, Arno.
I used to be a scale modelling guy too.
(With a silver medal at the Moson show. 😊)
Stumbled across your videos. So satisfying watching your project come together. Nice job.
Thanks, glad you like it.
Please recommend it to a couple of friends.
Your killing me. I recall all the work I preformed on my 82' SC and the pure joy of doing just that. Your adding fuel to a smoldering thought of revisting another 911 the yearns TLC. I just spent 2-weeks replaceing pads/rotors (997). Cleaning/inspecting and doing what I felt was needed while front end was on jack stands.
Thanks, mate! I can only encourage you to go for it. Looking back, those months were some of the best of my life.
This was so satisfying to watch. Now I cant wait to rebuild my own suspension. Thank you for this.
Cheers, go for it!!
Well done! Sharing the lows made the highs even better.
Well put!!
Wow. What a great video. Your rear suspension looks brand new! I am looking forward to having some time to do the same with my Venezia Blau '87. This would be a nice project. Thanks very much for sharing this video (from Sacramento, California). And it's funny that you have the same car honking near your house that I do!
Thanks, Mark!
Veneziablau is one of my all time favourites. Black interior, I guess?
The entire suspension project takes about 80h if things go more or less smoothly. Go for it!
I’ve been to California four time in my life. Loved every second.
I bought my proxxon tools in OBI in Konstanz in 1995. Still have them. Top quality tools!
Nice work by the way!
Thanks, Paul!
Yes, in deed. Very good quality for reasonable money.
Remarkable work and attention to detail. Your passion is conspicuous.
Thank you, Christopher.
GRACIAS Amigó. Great Jobs. Saludos desde Canarias 🇮🇨👌💯
Thanks, mate. ✌🏼
I can’t remember all my German cuss words just a couple come to mind,but I understand your frustration and I know this was a year ago but instead of listening to music on the radio I’d rather watch a video like yours it’s entertaining like music and I like your thoroughness to detail and it does seem like every project we work on, we always have to donate a little blood or frustration. I’ll keep watching
Thanks, Sean. What a great way of saying this. “Donate a little blood or frustration …” I’m going to remember that one.
Just found this channel.... 930 turbo owner (30 years same car) What an imformative channel...Best on TH-cam by far.
Thanks, mate.
Glad you like it!
@@GreasyFingers Need to watch and study every vid.... i have the skill in my hands and with your vids i should get some valuble knowledge!!!! Bring it on!!
I have a 1987 911 3.2 Carrera G50 (turbocharged). This video was amazing. Thank you for uploading!
You’re very welcome!
You built a 930 engine into your Carrera? Or engineered a turbo on? 😳
@@GreasyFingers It is a bolt-on Turbo system on a stock Euro 10.3:1 3.2 Carrera. Low boost of 7psi which gives close to 400hp.
Ah, a new Greasy Fingers video just in time for dinner. Excellent :)
Love your work, I'm sure this channel has a brilliant future ahead of it.
Oh yes, totally agree!
Thanks, Matteo. But short as it is, I guess it will hardly entertain you through the antipasto.
Nice work, good attention to details...
Thanks, mate!
wow the car is looking fantastic
Yeah, it’s coming along nicely in the meantime.
Danke für ein neues Video, und wie zuvor auch gute Arbeit
Gerne! Viel Spaß beim Zusehen ...
Eine sehr schöne und vielschichtige Arbeit, von Chemie über Geometrie bis zur Feinmechanik 🙂 Allein das zumindest vorläufige Beenden der Kontaktkorrosion war es schon wert, die schöne Optik belohnt anschließend, was ja nicht bei allen Arbeiten so ist!
Vielen herzlichen Dank für das Feedback, es macht so eine Freude, das zu lesen.
I can't believe that the shipping company lost your package. What terrible luck. I'm glad you were able to get the parts back. Great video, I love all of your detailed work and comments. Looking forward to your next video. I will share with the Pelican Parts Technical Forum.
Thank you, Rodney. That’s much appreciated.
Is Pelican Parts the place to go when you buy classic Porsche spares in the US?
Considering how well you have the plating process down, I was surprised to see you sending parts out for plating. No denying that they did a fab job
Hello Steve. Thanks!
The parts were too big to be plated with my own equipment. I did some other parts, however, some weeks ago. Gotta see my footage whether it would be worth making a film from it ...
The best in depth video ive seen, well done Sir ! very helpfull, Im so please you found your package
Thanks, mate.
It was a great relief to have it.
Wauw! That looks so good! I need to carry out that job too, in the future. Very helpful video, glad I found out channel. All the best from the Netherlands, Jan
Thanks, Jan. Yeah, it’s such an awesome sight.
Just found your channel, another great film, thank you for taking the time to record your work. Greetings from Dubai UAE :-)
Thanks, Sean. Glad you like it, please share with friends & family.
How’s classic car live in Dubai? Are the locals interested in it at all?
Hi, starting watching you couple of weeks ago, im from venezuela south america, amazing work very educational and motivational.
Many thanks, Jota. I have friend from Venezuela.
I've just changed my mantra from "the bigger the problem the bigger the hammer" to "the bigger the problem the bigger the saw" 😁😁😁😁
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Jealous?
@@GreasyFingers yes😁😁
Great vid! Have been through the same problems this winter….
Thanks!
Is it back on the road?
I have a 1987 911 Carrera convertable I'm really learning a ton by looking at your videos 📹 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾🤔
Glad they help!
Thanks, Anthony.
Your channel,"Ronald Finger","Soup classic motoring"and "Home built by Jeff" are my favourite channels in TH-cam.
Congratulations to all of you.You motivate us..
It is a great honour to be mentioned along with these guys. I’m a fan of Soup myself.
Tremendous video!
Thanks, mate! Please recommend the channel to a couple of friends.
@@GreasyFingers will do
Only ze Germans could make using an adjustable wrench look so precise and professional. Great vid. 👍
Yeap. And zat‘s why I use it: it’s much more precise zen normal ones.
So satisfaction to watch the video..
Thank you, Pantelis!
Obacht, das weitet sich jetzt so langsam zur Vollrestauration :D Egal, ich liebe es, mir das anzuschauen. Bitte weiter so! :)
Ja, das stimmt. Aber der Frühling kommt und das wird dem Treiben ein Ende setzen.
Das ist genau der richtige Weg. Wenn ich wieder mal ein Auto restauriere, werde ich sicher nicht nochmal alles auseinander nehmen, sondern wie hier Schritt für Schritt.
I love your videos. The music in this one had me expecting the Pink Panther to pop in from one bottom corner or the other. Sadly he did not. 🐱😁
Glad you like them, Billy.
Pink Panther no, bit there’s a lot pink primer in the Giulia project. 😆
I did this job a while back but watching this makes it seem a little less stressful than I remembered it being.
Thanks, Buck.
Frankly, I found it very stressful. When I do panel work, it all depends on me. I cut, I weld, and if I make no mistakes, the result will be good. This horrible contact corrosion however made me sometimes feel really powerless.
Hallo super Arbeit top freu mich schon drauf wie es weiter geht. Mit freundlichen Grüßen aus dem Ruhrgebiet 👋👋👋 Kai ✌️
Danke, Kai!
Excellent work, a pleasure to watch.
One question as well- wouldnt it be beneficial to use some sort of anti-seize lubricant when putting parts back together? On bolts, bushings etc.
Thanks, Rainer.
I used some drive shaft grease for the bushings, but nothing for threads.
Won’t harm though, I guess.
Sometimes its just a fight 😂
Nice work 👍🏻
Yeah. And I want I to win it!
I have worked on Mercedes and Peugeots purchasing US Snap-On tools for best performance. The latest Dual 80 ratchets are top of the line with action, strength and low drag of the mechanical members of the ratchet. I have been a Snap-On customer for over 50 years enjoying the benefits. Other brand tools are rated high due to warranty; Snap-On has very little warranty as I take care of my tools and do not ask more than spec for the performance I demand from my tools. Why do you have that ratchet when Snap-On is available to you in Germany? It is a surprise to me that you are using that brand of tools in your work. I really like your explanations and style of videos.
I have never driven a Porsche but I see the spec of what they manufacture as being high on the chart.
Thanks, Vincent.
I know Snap-on and I like them, however, being German, Gedore is my choice.
What an adventure! With the car in such fantastic condition soon, will you still use it like you did before? Thinking of Herzogenaurach... Thank you so much for another great video!
You hit the nail to the head with this question. No good deed goes unpunished and I’m really struggling about it myself.
Thanks for the feedback!
Having done this job on the exact same car (‘87 Carrera) a couple years ago I was interested to see how you did it. I had to do all this on jack stands, however. 😢 I had the EXACT same problem as you where I couldn’t get one of the bolts off the front trailing arm. I ended up having to take a sawzall to mine, also. You got the tougher of the two sides off with a wrench, though, which I still don’t get how you did it. That stupid bolt was like $25! Your spring plates/bushings/torsion bars came out of the torque tube way easier than mine did, too. I watched this video with both satisfaction and cold sweat. It was not an enjoyable job to do but the results are awesome.
Hey, mate. That’s astonishing in deed, I have done this very repair a view times now and the problems I encountered with my 87 Carrera were quite unique.
Maybe a period with bad galvanisation …
I have been a Porsche mechanic for 47 years and I have to say I really enjoy watching your educational videos. There are a couple of things I do differently but ends up with the same conclusion.. My only negative questions is related to anti-seize products. Firstly I never use an adjustable wrench, I always use my correct size spanners which are all made in "West Germany" I always use counter force with another spanner on the other part of the oil lines both on the engine, oil lines and cooler to make sure the twisting force is countered. My second question is you do not use any anti-seize products at all, I have always used copper grease on anything that is underneath of the car because of the salts and dirt which are readily used on our roads in Canada, as one day the part might have to come off again. I use to work for Roitmayer in Munich and have worked for a few different Porsche shops around the World. But even I can learn from you. Thanks and keep making videos as they are excellent. Look up my site at Jay Lloyds Klassix and you can see what I do.. Thanks again..
Thanks for the feedback, Jay. It counts as ten if a guy with your background says that.
In fact I’m using copper grease a lot myself when I do projects for friends and customers. The reason why you don’t see me using it in this series of films are two: first, this is my personal car and under no circumstances I have in mind to use it on salty roads. Secondly, the film making. While I work, I always have the camera running pointing on my hands. In most of the cases this footage is enough to produce a film. However, sometimes things are out of focus or the memory card is full, I forget to turn it on, I mess things up in an embarrassing way, … these kinds of things. Then I need to disassemble the work again and redo it with the equipment properly set up. That’s when copper grease already on would spoil the script, you see. 😊
The adjustable wrench: these films were taken at a time when shops were closed down and each and every parcel took weeks, if not had been lost completely. I was just upgrading my equipment back then from amateur to pro and here you go.
good point. I agree 100%. Now let us talk about using a hammer to remove corroded bolts or a Sawzall. May be the guy is a plumber by trade?
@@bernardmauge8613 😂😂
great video. admire your dedication. I need to do my rear wheel bearing. Do you have a detailed video on that part. Removal and pressing
Hey Phil. It’s simple and straight forward and actually the film contains all the information you need.
Biggest problem is to open and tighten the nut of the bearing as it requires 400 Nm if you have a G50.
You have to put the car on its wheels to open it.
Superb video. Love your understated sense of humor. I’ll eventually have to do this to my ‘87 Carrera. I’ll invite you over to supervise! (Free Gold Oxen beer ... I had spent some time in Neu Ulm)
Thank you, Bob. Neu Ulm you say? What Neu Ulm?
I was stationed in New Ulm with the US Army NATO forces a long time ago, when I was in my early 20s. It was in Germany that I developed an appreciation for good beer. Gold Oxen was a local brew. I have many fond memories of Germany, particularly of Bavaria and the Alps.
@@RleogPhotog That’s so cool to read, Bob. Neu Ulm is about a 1h ride from the workshop. Where do you live today?
@@GreasyFingers I reside in a small community about 25 km north of Boston, Massachusetts. I look forward to your videos. Much of what you are doing to your Carrera, I’ll have to also do to mine.
Following with interest. Thank you.
@@RleogPhotog I used to regularly travel to Providence. When next time I do, I'll drop you a note.
Nice work. Losing your parts would have been a disaster!
B***** H*** yes.
well that's off my things to do list!
Cheers, Jay!
Vielen Dank ! Another great video. After living and working in Germany, perhaps “blade” would be better translation for the suspension arms than “swords”. Your way of working on your 911 is so relaxing. Thanks again !
Thanks, David,
You’re certainly right with blades and swords.
How was your German experience?
Lieder ist meiner Deutsche nicht so gud wie dein Englisch aber Deutschland ist immer noch in meinem Herzen. I miss my friends in Germany
This one post in any case is perfect German. ☺️
Thanks. Your attention to detail is an inspiration for me in my project. Your humour is also perfect. Very “dry” as we say in the UK
What’s your project, David?
A great video, thank you for sharing. I have an 88, on your transmission mount, the metal concave discs are pointing toward the chassis. Mine are flipped the other way? Concave facing ground. Which is right? I can’t find any clear diagram.
Thank you, Jay.
Last time the engine was out, it wasn’t done by me.
I looked the mounts up in the parts list, they are mounted under an angle that appears to be 45 degrees.
I took your words to heart and recommended your channel to my sister (who just bought her first car) :) Great work as always!
I’m sure she’ll be delighted! 😆
Schade schon wieder auf Denglich 😂 musste alles lesen 🙄 tolle Arbeit geleistet 👍👍👍👍👍
Danke, Christian. Cool, wenn ein alter Hase das sagt.
Thank You for Such a Detailed Video. Your Porsche Is Beautiful!! I Enjoyed It So Much, I Subscribed to Your Channel. Can You Please Explain the Different Ratios on The Rear Torsion Bar From the Inside Splines to the Outside Splines When Adjusting for Height? This Is Still Confusing for Me. Thank You, Scotty
Thanks, Scotty.
Imagine you have three teeth at one end of the torsion bar and 4 on the other. Then, altogether, you have 12 positions to connect car and suspension. That’s actually all you have to know.
It is difficult to really understand how much job that goes into producing great content like this - Anyway great inspiration! May I ask which plater you used?
Thanks, mate.
The effort that goes into the production of the videos is insane. The only way to justify: I love doing it.
The plater was Netzwerk-11.
Thanks - do they have a website?
@@annoodannoo1032 Ahhh, the name is Netzwerk-911, please google it from here …
That was much better - thanks!
Great restoration.
In the zinc plating CR3+ or the old CR6+?
Thanks, Laurent.
Thank god it’s CR3+
How is the rubber bush quality compared to the originals?
I ask because I've had many bad experiences with modern rubber replacements on my käfer, despite being made in Germany.
Split ball joint covers and swing axle boots to name a few.
Nothing is more frustrating than doing the same repair over and over again.
I totally agree to what you say. Lemme give you an answer once I had the opportunity to drive it. Fingers crossed ...
From installing them no complaints so far.
As long as Augustiner Hell's is part of the game all will be good :D
Yeah, in Bavaria Augustiner is the official currency of friends helping each other out. Giving a hand: a bottle. Coming around for a bigger job: a crate. Saving his a... costs a barrel.
the bearings and everything that needs to go in with a press I use liquid nitrogen for the steel parts for cleaning I use dry ice good luck
Thanks, Eric.
Both is on my list too.
8:14 what man has not said HÅÅ !! at one time when working on his car.
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This is a fantastic video. The rear suspension on that car looks pretty challenging to work on versus a modern Carrera. Would you agree?
Thanks!
This project was challenging especially because of the contact corrosion between steel and aluminium parts.
In fact handling the torsion spring is a bit tricky too, so I guess they had their reasons to use coil springs from the 964 on.
@@GreasyFingers Do you think older Porsches are easier to work on or newer models? I’m considering a 1980 SC and doing some research before committing.
@@512TXSDIY I‘d say that F- and G-models, ie 64-89, don’t make much of a difference. If you think about newer cars >90 you will likely have less corrosion, but more electronic devices to take care off.
@@GreasyFingers Good point. So it’s really which one do you want to deal with is what I’m hearing? Lol
@@512TXSDIY Exactly! Choose your way to suffer. 😃
Great restoration , where are you based ? Germany ? You have an incredible background in car restoration ?
Thanks, Stephou. I’m automotive engineer, but autodidact when it comes to crafts.
Yes, Germany.
@@GreasyFingers I would like to some stuff like that when I will be retired in 5or 6 years for the moment I drive my red.cassis 1987 cab ,😉
Very nice video. I noticed you do not use any grease or anti seize on bolts and or brake pad pins. Could you elaborate please?
Thanks, John.
Not much to elaborate, I’ve never done that and never felt it’d be necessary.
@@GreasyFingers Chicago is hard on cars and trucks with salt in the winters. Moly Disulfide (Corning) is essential for bolts.
What did you use on the wheel carrier? **** oil? sorry but it's in german... Amazing vid as always
Hello Alejandro, that is Owatrol. It’s an oil that penetrates rusty surfaces and then cures like clear paint.
Watch out with that Brunox Brake Cleaner! The way you used it it will produce massively dangerous fumes. I use a respirator for my cold applications. Wouldn´t use it producing fumes. Be careful and stay safe. I had the same problem with a shipment from the 356 Goodie Store in California. 1 1/2 pounds (tool bag plus enamel grille badge) took from October to the day before yesterday! Wonder when my T-shirts from your shop will come?
Thanks for caring, Andreas! You’re totally right. Really no idea about the shirt, I hardly ever get parcels myself. Have they sent it out already?
@@GreasyFingers Haven´t seen anything...maybe I need to check my spam folder. Either way, Bro, take care!
Grease!!!! Get some sir, use it upon reinstalling everything.
Prefer to have it on my fingers. 🙂
AMSR for classic Porsche 😜
Thanks, Justin. I had never heard that expression before and googling it, I’ve just learned that I made asmr videos without knowing what it is.
amsr
@@GreasyFingers I followed you on Instagram as well👌 I also bought a 79 sc recently, and your videos will be my guide
5:45 Jeder Audi oder vw Besitzer mit Aluminium mehr querlenkerachse kennt dieses Problem ... Es gibt vielleicht änliche Edelstahlsrauben
I didn't see you putting anti-seize between the nuts and bolts and other bits and pieces when you did the reassembly?
Yes, I didn’t use any.
I don’t think it’s really necessary if parts are freshly plated and the car’s not used in winter.
@@GreasyFingers In my experience it's always necessary.
@@01thomasss 🤔 What you take? Copper paste?
@@GreasyFingers Hi, Yes copper paste is good. There's a good one called 'Coppaslip'. The better ones contain more than just copper but also nickel and other metals.
Hey are you doing the voice over for the Mazda ads? Sounds just like you, please let us know!
Thanks, Joseph,
No, it’s not me.
Sending the link to my sister asap
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What was the diameter of the new hub? I have an old one and want to know if it’s any good. Thanks
Hi Stephen. From memory I think the diameter was a 42, but not sure.
PS: Can you please tell me how much would it cost t get a nice 996 or 997 (2004-2007) there in Germany?
Here in Canada, they are out of price!
Thanks in advance!
It depends on so many factors that it’s almost impossible to give a price range.
I don’t think they are any cheaper over here, but the main market place is the site mobile.de.
Won’t cost you more than five minutes to get an overview.
@@GreasyFingers Vielen Dank!
Il manque le réglage final du bras avec la partie moyeu roue ! 😢😢
Salut Mario, tu peux le voir ca dans mon film "Sorting out bad handling and wheel alignment“.
I did my inner trailing arm bolts with no motor or trans in the way. I'd did not torque them. Motor and trans are in now. I'm gonna pay a pro to torque those bolts. I tried, can't do it.
Yeah, it’s a pain in the a**, especially as you have to torque them in driving position.
I suppose you have a G50? The 915 models leave more space to work down there.
Yes, 88 Carrera.
Therapeutic to watch!
Thanks, Paul. It’s a joy that people come down while watching it.
Which angle finder did you use ?
Simple thingy from Amazon.
@@GreasyFingers In that case it looks like a very nifty little thingy from Amazon :)
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That delivery screw-up sounds like something only Hermes could do.
I guess they’re all the same & that’s also why I didn’t want to mention the name of the company. The one thing that really surprises me is that if it happens to you all you get is a shrug.
Ah, the good ol' reciprocating spanner...
You wouldn’t believe, I have ordered a top notch tool trolley in January, but I seem to be cursed when it comes to shipments.
Why no glue on spring plate bushings?
That’s a valid question, because originally they’ve been vulcanised.
The simple answer is: I’ve talked to a number of guys who did the repair before and they told me it makes no difference.
@@GreasyFingers thanks for the quick response. One could argue with or with out. I guess the whole purpose for the bushing is just to carry the load. It’s the torsion bars job for the compression and the shock for rebound.
Hi Mike. Don’t get me started on that, I could talk about suspensions 24/7 😆
The spring basically delivers a force proportional to the wheel lift, the damper to the wheel lift speed, in both directions - compression and rebound. It therefore takes energy out of the system.
The bushings, as you say, take the lateral and longitudinal loads on the wheel.
They also make sure that especially under lateral forces some intentional
self-steering effects help keeping the vehicle stable. I therefore sometimes wonder about people’s optimism in changing these bushings towards higher stiffness as it can well lead to decreased stability at the limits of friction.
@@GreasyFingers Yeah we could definitely drink beers together.
Hallo, sehr schönes Video. Gibt es einen direkten Kontakt zum Ersteller? Ich würde gerne ein paar Fragen zu Werkzeugen und Firmen stellen (zB die Bremssattel Aufarbeitung) Gruß aus Schaumburg Ralf
Hallo Ralf, natürlich kannst Du mich kontaktieren: meine e-Mail findest Du im “About”-Bereich des Kanals.
Grüße aus Bayern, Johannes
These cars don't really seem to terribly complicated. Precise yes, one must be fastidious to work on them. But if you follow the rules, stands to reason just about anyone could work on one.
That’s exactly how I see it, Andrew!
@@GreasyFingers I have a question. Im going to be buying or attempting to buy a 1980 911 SC which is going to require alot of work, a pretty much rebuild, if i get stuck on a certain issue which the forums are unable to solve would you be willing to help me?
@@andrewreil3938 Sure thing. Please contact me with the mail address which you can find in the “about” section of the channel.
Any more new 911 content due out ?
Oh yes, just bought one to restore and sell.
@@GreasyFingers what model and when do you plan to show on your channel 🤗
Keep this dude away from a bicycle!!!