944 Auto Rattle.

[j chuter]

Hi All
I have a 1986 944 Auto that rattles from the housing between the Torque Tube and the Engine only on tickover .Any clues to the cause would be greatly appriciated.
Many Thanks

J.C.

 

[Fred Hindle]

It sounds as if you have a disintegrated rubber connection plate (can't remember the correct name). The Achilles' Heel of the 944 Auto. Expensive part to buy but false economy to buy a second hand one - rubber deteriates over time so mileage isn't the issue.
Contact someone like Porshapart (Simon Butterworth), should be able to give you a price.

Cheers,

 

[j chuter]

Hi Fred,
Thanks for your reply to my question,sounds about right,i will take your advice and contact Porcheapart.
Thanks again,
John.

 

[Northern924]

100% say its the Damper that does between the torque tube and the flywheel, I know only too well what happens to them! A new one will set you back approx. £900 and sadly I'm not joking.

I suspect it goes away when you drive, although Fred is right, I have to say that there are still cars out there with ones that are in very good condition, I was lucky as I was in a position to wait when I needed to do mine and I was able to pick up the one below for £150 2nd hand.

Good one and a Bad one!!!

 

[GC8]

Cush drive. []

 

[Northern924]

J.C. looks like its your lucky day ......

http://www.porscheclubgbforum.com/tm.asp?m=629272