Category: Porsche 944 Videos

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.
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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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A very unnecessary and pointless video about draining the gas tank on a Porsche 944. Instead of making a mess trying to pull the fuel line off the tank, just hookup power to your fuel pump, and pump the gas out into a can at the front of the car. Easy, right? Please 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)

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

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This video covers the final touches to our custom radiator design. We lined the mounting bracket with foam, installed the fans and oil cooler, fabricated air diverters and headlight brackets, and finally mounted the radiator to the vehicle. Please 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)

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

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This video is a 33x timelapse of countersinking, welding, grinding, cleaning, test fitting, re-grinding, re-cleaning, re-test fitting and finally painting our new custom radiator support. More videos coming soon, please stay tuned!

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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This video covers the process we used to design the new radiator, oil cooler and fan mounting bracket. Starting with taking measurements by hand, we wrote down all the critical dimensions of the components and vehicle mounting points. We then drew everything in 3D CAD, and created a radiator support bracket based on the measurement data. Next, we generated a flat pattern, made some adjustments, created a CAM simulation, and then exported G-Code to our CNC plasma cutter. We were very happy with the results, but there is still a lot of work ahead. Please stay tuned!

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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Follow along as we attempt to 3D scan our new Spal fans, oil cooler and radiator. Spoiler alert, it does not go well. In order to design and fabricate the fan shroud, which will hold these components in place, we need the dimensions of the fans, oil cooler and radiator, so we can construct a strong shroud with minimal airflow restriction. In the end, the 3D scanner really hates dark colored parts, so we will have to measure everything by hand and design it all from scratch in 3D CAD.

Spal VA02-AP70/LL-40A * 9″P/12V
https://www.spalusa.com/products/fans/9/va02-ap70-3-ll-40a-12-9-7-p-3-12v-30102061

Setrab 9 Series ProLine Engine Oil Cooler, 20 Row with M22 Ports
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TO66N2K

Revopoint POP 2 3D Scanner
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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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The original radiator in a Porsche 944 is a paltry 24″ x 14″ which is just enough to keep the little N/A four-cylinder engine cool. However, since we have a modified high-performance LS V8 in our Rally car, the OEM radiator isn’t going to cut it. In fact, our original upgraded radiator, a 24″ x 16″ couldn’t even handle Rally racing. So, with advice from a fellow 944 LS Swap racer, we purchased a 24″x19″ dual-pass racing radiator. This video series will show you how we are going to cut and modify the vehicle and radiator to fit properly, and get enough airflow to keep our LS racing engine cool.

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Allstar Performance Dual Pass Radiators ALL30033
https://www.summitracing.com/parts/AAF-ALL30033

Stef’s Weld-In NPT Fittings 8812
https://www.summitracing.com/parts/stf-8812

Stef’s Weld-In NPT Fittings 8814
https://www.summitracing.com/parts/stf-8814

Allstar Performance Radiator Inlet Nipple to Straight Cut Fittings ALL30038
https://www.summitracing.com/parts/aaf-all30038

Allstar Performance Radiator Inlet Nipple to Straight Cut Fittings ALL30041
https://www.summitracing.com/parts/aaf-all30041

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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A detailed video showing how to install Race Louvers on a Porsche 944 rally car. Part 2 of 2.

Porsche 924/944 ’76-91 Center Hood Louvers, RS Street Trim
https://racelouvers.com/porsche-924-944-76-91-center-hood-louvers-rs-street-trim/

Porsche 924/944 ’76-91 Side Hood Louvers Pair, RS Street Trim
https://racelouvers.com/porsche-924-944-76-91-side-hood-louvers-pair-rs-street-trim/

Race Louvers was founded based on the need for hood extractors that have actually been developed, tested and documented with real data. The results were a serious extractor with the ability to double the cooling airflow thru the radiator and provide four times the front downforce when compared to the competition. We then shop tested our extractors on several other types of cars all yielding similar results and a new feature we call zero speed cooling were the natural cooling rate once parked was cut in half compared to the competition. The end result was a hood extractor capable of providing over 40lbs of front downforce at 100mph while still providing sufficient cooling.
(Description courtesy of https://racelouvers.com/)

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)

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

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A detailed video showing how to install Race Louvers on a Porsche 944 rally car. Part 1 of 2.

Porsche 924/944 ’76-91 Center Hood Louvers, RS Street Trim
https://racelouvers.com/porsche-924-944-76-91-center-hood-louvers-rs-street-trim/

Porsche 924/944 ’76-91 Side Hood Louvers Pair, RS Street Trim
https://racelouvers.com/porsche-924-944-76-91-side-hood-louvers-pair-rs-street-trim/

Race Louvers was founded based on the need for hood extractors that have actually been developed, tested and documented with real data. The results were a serious extractor with the ability to double the cooling airflow thru the radiator and provide four times the front downforce when compared to the competition. We then shop tested our extractors on several other types of cars all yielding similar results and a new feature we call zero speed cooling were the natural cooling rate once parked was cut in half compared to the competition. The end result was a hood extractor capable of providing over 40lbs of front downforce at 100mph while still providing sufficient cooling.
(Description courtesy of https://racelouvers.com/)

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)

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

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A quick status update of our Porsche 944 LS Swap Rally V8 project car build. After spending some time recuperating our losses, we have dis-assembled the engine, and found not one, but three shattered pistons. LOL, and here I told myself I wasn’t going to own any more Subaru engines.

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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