What was the clutch adjustment on a Porsche 911?

What was the clutch adjustment on a Porsche 911?

The early 911s had a relatively simple clutch adjustment mechanism. Despite the fact that there were four different clutch adjustment mechanisms during this period, the procedure is very similar for all of them.

What kind of transmission does a Porsche 911 have?

A new gearbox, designated the 915, was derived from its competition sibling, the 916 five-speed trans-axle. This transmission proved itself more than capable, having managed the 350 horses of Stuttgart’s incredibly successful 908 racers. In fact, except for the 911 Turbo, the 915 was mated to every 911 motor until 1987.

Where are the gears located on a Porsche 915?

Unlike Porsche’s later five-speeds, the 901 transmission of the 1965-1971 911 utilized a race-inspired “I-H” paradigm for its gear selection. First and reverse gears are located through a spring gate with first gear engaged at the bottom of the “I” and reverse directly above it. Figure 3: The 915 five-speed transmission case.

When did Porsche change the clutch helper spring?

In 1977, Porsche installed a helper spring mechanism (See Pelican Technical Article: Replacing Your Clutch Helper Spring) to give a better feel to the clutch pedal. This mechanism is a bit more complicated to adjust, but involves less guess-work.

The early 911s had a relatively simple clutch adjustment mechanism. Despite the fact that there were four different clutch adjustment mechanisms during this period, the procedure is very similar for all of them.

What kind of gearbox does a Porsche 911 have?

But you can’t put a price on a year driving a great 911 Carrera. POWERTRAIN The 1984–86 cars came with the 915 gearbox and cable-operated clutch, accepted as less desirable than the 1987–89 cars with the Getrag G50 ‘box and hydraulic clutch.

Is there still a 1984 Porsche 911 Carrera?

The 1984 911 Carrera is frequently overlooked. It shouldn’t be. In the 1990s I attended three wholesale car auctions a week. In the nascent days of the Internet, this was where dealers snapped up low-mileage Accords and Camrys and even the occasional BMW or Saab—inventory guaranteed to sell quickly and generate some nice “pops.”

How much does it cost to replace a Porsche clutch?

A Porsche 911 Clutch Replacement costs between $2,548 and $2,876 on average. Get a free detailed estimate for a repair in your area.

Where can I buy a 1984 Porsche 911?

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But you can’t put a price on a year driving a great 911 Carrera. POWERTRAIN The 1984–86 cars came with the 915 gearbox and cable-operated clutch, accepted as less desirable than the 1987–89 cars with the Getrag G50 ‘box and hydraulic clutch.

Is there a 1984 Porsche Carrera Cabriolet on sale?

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How much does it cost to replace clutch on Porsche 911?

The average cost for a Porsche 911 clutch replacement is between $2,548 and $2,876. Labor costs are estimated between $1,256 and $1,584 while parts are priced at $1,292. This range does not include taxes and fees, and does not factor in your specific model year or unique location. Related repairs may also be needed.

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