Category: Porsche 944

Running on new tires, brakes and sway bars, but still rocking the Gravel Rally coilovers, we stormed Gateway Motorsports Park for the STL SCCA PDE #4 event. The STL PDE crew were extremely friendly and well organized, and we were lucky enough to have Eric assigned as our instructor. Eric also drives a Porsche 944, so he was able to provide excellent instruction and allow us to push our car to the limits. Ride along as we fly down the main straight and hammer through the corners!

PDE is a track day with an opportunity to work with an instructor and get experience in car handling and performance driving in your OWN CAR on a real race track!
(Description courtesy of http://pde.stlscca.org/)

The Porsche 944 is a sports car manufactured by German automobile manufacturer Porsche from 1982 to 1991. A front-engine, rear-wheel drive mid-level model based on the 924 platform, the 944 was available in coupé or cabriolet body styles, with either naturally aspirated or turbocharged engines.
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The LS based small-block engine is the primary V-8 used in General Motors’ line of rear-wheel-drive cars and trucks. Introduced in January 1995, it is a “clean sheet” design with only rod bearings, lifters, and bore spacing in common with the longstanding Chevrolet small block V8 that preceded it as the basis for GM small-block V8s. The basic LS variations use cast iron blocks, while performance editions are all aluminum with cast iron cylinder liners. The LS small-block has been manufactured in three Generations – III, IV, and V – with preceding Generations I and II of modular GM small-block engines having been based on the Chevrolet small-block V8 originally designed in 1955. GM recycled the “LT” designation beginning with the LS Generation V “LT1” in 2014.
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1987 Porsche 944S 5.3L V8

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Huge shoutout and thank you to Greg and the crew at Greg’s Tuning Operation! The engine is substantially more drivable and the increased power throws me back into the seat. We’re very excited to get her out onto the race track and see what she can do! Stay tuned.

Greg’s Tuning Operation
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Engine Build Parts List:
5.3L Aluminum Block
Cloyes C3220 HD Timing Chain Set
COMP 1590-12 Engine Break-In Oil
COMP 1677-16 Ultra Pro Magnum Rocker Arms
COMP 26925TS-KIT Dual Valve Spring Kit
COMP 54-408-11 XFI RPM 206/212 Hydraulic Roller Cam
COMP 7955-16 Hi-Tech Pushrod Set
COMP 850-16 OE-Style Hydraulic Roller Lifter Set
Dorman 615-901 LS2 Intake Manifold
Forged Pistons & Rods
Holley 550-909T Terminator X
Holley 522-428 42lb Fuel Injectors
Holley 850013 Fuel Rail Kit
JEGS 555-53228 High-Flow 160deg Thermostat
Melling 10295 High Pressure Oil Pump (Stock Volume)
Melling MWP-503WT Water Pump

The Porsche 944 is a sports car manufactured by German automobile manufacturer Porsche from 1982 to 1991. A front-engine, rear-wheel drive mid-level model based on the 924 platform, the 944 was available in coupé or cabriolet body styles, with either naturally aspirated or turbocharged engines.
(Description courtesy of Wikipedia)

The LS based small-block engine is the primary V-8 used in General Motors’ line of rear-wheel-drive cars and trucks. Introduced in January 1995, it is a “clean sheet” design with only rod bearings, lifters, and bore spacing in common with the longstanding Chevrolet small block V8 that preceded it as the basis for GM small-block V8s. The basic LS variations use cast iron blocks, while performance editions are all aluminum with cast iron cylinder liners. The LS small-block has been manufactured in three Generations – III, IV, and V – with preceding Generations I and II of modular GM small-block engines having been based on the Chevrolet small-block V8 originally designed in 1955. GM recycled the “LT” designation beginning with the LS Generation V “LT1” in 2014.
(Description courtesy of Wikipedia)

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1987 Porsche 944S 5.3L V8

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The rear sway bar install went much better, until we found out the Porsche dealership sent a bad eccentric bolt… Follow along as we install a brand new rear sway bar upgrade on our LS Swap Porsche 944 road racing car.

968 MO30 LR SWAY BAR KIT 924 / 944 ALL / 968
https://www.lindseyracing.com/LR/Porsche/LRA-968-MO30-LR-SBK.html?Category_Code=
Part#: LRA-968-MO30-LR-SBK

ADJUSTABLE REAR DROP LINK 924S / 944 ALL / 968
https://www.lindseyracing.com/LR/Porsche/LRA-944-RDLNK.html?Category_Code=
Part#: LRA-944-RDLNK

REAR SWAY BAR HARDWARE KIT 944
https://www.lindseyracing.com/LR/Porsche/LA-ADD-RSB.html?Category_Code=
Part#: LA-ADD-RSB

The Porsche 944 is a sports car manufactured by German automobile manufacturer Porsche from 1982 to 1991. A front-engine, rear-wheel drive mid-level model based on the 924 platform, the 944 was available in coupé or cabriolet body styles, with either naturally aspirated or turbocharged engines.
(Description courtesy of Wikipedia)

The LS based small-block engine is the primary V-8 used in General Motors’ line of rear-wheel-drive cars and trucks. Introduced in January 1995, it is a “clean sheet” design with only rod bearings, lifters, and bore spacing in common with the longstanding Chevrolet small block V8 that preceded it as the basis for GM small-block V8s. The basic LS variations use cast iron blocks, while performance editions are all aluminum with cast iron cylinder liners. The LS small-block has been manufactured in three Generations – III, IV, and V – with preceding Generations I and II of modular GM small-block engines having been based on the Chevrolet small-block V8 originally designed in 1955. GM recycled the “LT” designation beginning with the LS Generation V “LT1” in 2014.
(Description courtesy of Wikipedia)

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1987 Porsche 944S 5.3L V8

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Due to the front subframe spacers, getting an upgraded sway bar onto an LS-swapped Porsche 944 isn’t as straightforward as you would think. Follow along as we install a brand new MO30 front sway bar upgrade.

968 MO30 LR SWAY BAR KIT 924 / 944 ALL / 968
https://www.lindseyracing.com/LR/Porsche/LRA-968-MO30-LR-SBK.html?Category_Code=
Part#: LRA-968-MO30-LR-SBK

FRONT SWAY BAR DROP LINK 944 all from ’85/2 / 968 – 95134307500
https://www.lindseyracing.com/LR/Porsche/951-343-075-00.html?Category_Code=944SWAYBARSMISC
Part#: 951-343-075-00
You need TWO of these.

FRONT DROP LINK BUSHING 944 ALL from ’85/2 / 968 – 95134379501
https://www.lindseyracing.com/LR/Porsche/951-343-795-01.html?Category_Code=
Part#: 951-343-795-01
You need FOUR of these.

FRONT HANGER CLIPS FOR ’86 MODELS – 94434373102
https://www.lindseyracing.com/LR/Porsche/944-343-731-02.html?Category_Code=
Part#: 944-343-731-02
You need TWO of these.

Drop Link Front Washer
https://944online.com/concave-washer-for-drop-link.html
Part#477: 411 043
You need FOUR of these.

M10 x 1.5
Nylon Hex Locknut (Nylock Nut)
You need TWO of these.

The Porsche 944 is a sports car manufactured by German automobile manufacturer Porsche from 1982 to 1991. A front-engine, rear-wheel drive mid-level model based on the 924 platform, the 944 was available in coupé or cabriolet body styles, with either naturally aspirated or turbocharged engines.
(Description courtesy of Wikipedia)

The LS based small-block engine is the primary V-8 used in General Motors’ line of rear-wheel-drive cars and trucks. Introduced in January 1995, it is a “clean sheet” design with only rod bearings, lifters, and bore spacing in common with the longstanding Chevrolet small block V8 that preceded it as the basis for GM small-block V8s. The basic LS variations use cast iron blocks, while performance editions are all aluminum with cast iron cylinder liners. The LS small-block has been manufactured in three Generations – III, IV, and V – with preceding Generations I and II of modular GM small-block engines having been based on the Chevrolet small-block V8 originally designed in 1955. GM recycled the “LT” designation beginning with the LS Generation V “LT1” in 2014.
(Description courtesy of Wikipedia)

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1987 Porsche 944S 5.3L V8

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One long year later, SHE IS ALIVE AGAIN!!! Too bad our remote oil filter blew the o-rings out of the AN fittings and sprayed oil onto the floor… Stay tuned for more videos!

The Porsche 944 is a sports car manufactured by German automobile manufacturer Porsche from 1982 to 1991. A front-engine, rear-wheel drive mid-level model based on the 924 platform, the 944 was available in coupé or cabriolet body styles, with either naturally aspirated or turbocharged engines.
(Description courtesy of Wikipedia)

The LS based small-block engine is the primary V-8 used in General Motors’ line of rear-wheel-drive cars and trucks. Introduced in January 1995, it is a “clean sheet” design with only rod bearings, lifters, and bore spacing in common with the longstanding Chevrolet small block V8 that preceded it as the basis for GM small-block V8s. The basic LS variations use cast iron blocks, while performance editions are all aluminum with cast iron cylinder liners. The LS small-block has been manufactured in three Generations – III, IV, and V – with preceding Generations I and II of modular GM small-block engines having been based on the Chevrolet small-block V8 originally designed in 1955. GM recycled the “LT” designation beginning with the LS Generation V “LT1” in 2014.
(Description courtesy of Wikipedia)

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1987 Porsche 944S 5.3L V8

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Today we ran several pressure tests to check all the AN lines and fittings. We pressurized the oil system several times, pressurized the fuel system, pumped water through the radiator lines, and also worked on an issue with the oil pressure safety switch not allowing the fuel pump to run. Stay tuned for more videos coming soon!

The Porsche 944 is a sports car manufactured by German automobile manufacturer Porsche from 1982 to 1991. A front-engine, rear-wheel drive mid-level model based on the 924 platform, the 944 was available in coupé or cabriolet body styles, with either naturally aspirated or turbocharged engines.
(Description courtesy of Wikipedia)

The LS based small-block engine is the primary V-8 used in General Motors’ line of rear-wheel-drive cars and trucks. Introduced in January 1995, it is a “clean sheet” design with only rod bearings, lifters, and bore spacing in common with the longstanding Chevrolet small block V8 that preceded it as the basis for GM small-block V8s. The basic LS variations use cast iron blocks, while performance editions are all aluminum with cast iron cylinder liners. The LS small-block has been manufactured in three Generations – III, IV, and V – with preceding Generations I and II of modular GM small-block engines having been based on the Chevrolet small-block V8 originally designed in 1955. GM recycled the “LT” designation beginning with the LS Generation V “LT1” in 2014.
(Description courtesy of Wikipedia)

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1987 Porsche 944S 5.3L V8

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We worked from 8am to 8pm today, and made tons of progress! Oil lines done, steam ports done, radiator lines done, fuel lines done, new throttle cable done… We had a very good day today. Stay tuned for more videos coming soon!

The Porsche 944 is a sports car manufactured by German automobile manufacturer Porsche from 1982 to 1991. A front-engine, rear-wheel drive mid-level model based on the 924 platform, the 944 was available in coupé or cabriolet body styles, with either naturally aspirated or turbocharged engines.
(Description courtesy of Wikipedia)

The LS based small-block engine is the primary V-8 used in General Motors’ line of rear-wheel-drive cars and trucks. Introduced in January 1995, it is a “clean sheet” design with only rod bearings, lifters, and bore spacing in common with the longstanding Chevrolet small block V8 that preceded it as the basis for GM small-block V8s. The basic LS variations use cast iron blocks, while performance editions are all aluminum with cast iron cylinder liners. The LS small-block has been manufactured in three Generations – III, IV, and V – with preceding Generations I and II of modular GM small-block engines having been based on the Chevrolet small-block V8 originally designed in 1955. GM recycled the “LT” designation beginning with the LS Generation V “LT1” in 2014.
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1987 Porsche 944S 5.3L V8

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Day by day, hour by hour, minute by minute… There are so many piddly little things that need to be re-designed, modified, installed and repaired. We’ll get there… Stay tuned for more videos coming soon!

The Porsche 944 is a sports car manufactured by German automobile manufacturer Porsche from 1982 to 1991. A front-engine, rear-wheel drive mid-level model based on the 924 platform, the 944 was available in coupé or cabriolet body styles, with either naturally aspirated or turbocharged engines.
(Description courtesy of Wikipedia)

The LS based small-block engine is the primary V-8 used in General Motors’ line of rear-wheel-drive cars and trucks. Introduced in January 1995, it is a “clean sheet” design with only rod bearings, lifters, and bore spacing in common with the longstanding Chevrolet small block V8 that preceded it as the basis for GM small-block V8s. The basic LS variations use cast iron blocks, while performance editions are all aluminum with cast iron cylinder liners. The LS small-block has been manufactured in three Generations – III, IV, and V – with preceding Generations I and II of modular GM small-block engines having been based on the Chevrolet small-block V8 originally designed in 1955. GM recycled the “LT” designation beginning with the LS Generation V “LT1” in 2014.
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1987 Porsche 944S 5.3L V8

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Watch our 115x timelapse as we unload the new engine, prepare it for installation, drag it over and install it in the car, struggle to fit the driver header, and finally install the water pump, alternator and belt tensioner. Stay tuned, because we’ll be posting videos almost every night until she is back on the road!

The Porsche 944 is a sports car manufactured by German automobile manufacturer Porsche from 1982 to 1991. A front-engine, rear-wheel drive mid-level model based on the 924 platform, the 944 was available in coupé or cabriolet body styles, with either naturally aspirated or turbocharged engines.
(Description courtesy of Wikipedia)

The LS based small-block engine is the primary V-8 used in General Motors’ line of rear-wheel-drive cars and trucks. Introduced in January 1995, it is a “clean sheet” design with only rod bearings, lifters, and bore spacing in common with the longstanding Chevrolet small block V8 that preceded it as the basis for GM small-block V8s. The basic LS variations use cast iron blocks, while performance editions are all aluminum with cast iron cylinder liners. The LS small-block has been manufactured in three Generations – III, IV, and V – with preceding Generations I and II of modular GM small-block engines having been based on the Chevrolet small-block V8 originally designed in 1955. GM recycled the “LT” designation beginning with the LS Generation V “LT1” in 2014.
(Description courtesy of Wikipedia)

#323 Porschie McPorsche Face
1987 Porsche 944S 5.3L V8

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Thanks to our friends over at Baldwin Racing Engines, we now have a fully-rebuilt motor with forged pistons, forged rods, off-road camshaft, upgraded lifters and many other improvements! Stay tuned, because we’ll be posting videos almost every night until she is back on the road!

The Porsche 944 is a sports car manufactured by German automobile manufacturer Porsche from 1982 to 1991. A front-engine, rear-wheel drive mid-level model based on the 924 platform, the 944 was available in coupé or cabriolet body styles, with either naturally aspirated or turbocharged engines.
(Description courtesy of Wikipedia)

The LS based small-block engine is the primary V-8 used in General Motors’ line of rear-wheel-drive cars and trucks. Introduced in January 1995, it is a “clean sheet” design with only rod bearings, lifters, and bore spacing in common with the longstanding Chevrolet small block V8 that preceded it as the basis for GM small-block V8s. The basic LS variations use cast iron blocks, while performance editions are all aluminum with cast iron cylinder liners. The LS small-block has been manufactured in three Generations – III, IV, and V – with preceding Generations I and II of modular GM small-block engines having been based on the Chevrolet small-block V8 originally designed in 1955. GM recycled the “LT” designation beginning with the LS Generation V “LT1” in 2014.
(Description courtesy of Wikipedia)

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1987 Porsche 944S 5.3L V8

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