Menu toggle

944 Belts - something else to worry about

T

tref

PCGB Member
Member
A new rattle developed from the timing case of the Turbo the other day - immediately put it back in the garage until I could take a look at it - as far as I am concerned any noise in the belt case is just not worth the risk. It was the right move...

The belts were changed last year, no obvious sign of a problem then, the car has only covered a couple of thousand miles in that time.

The rattle was subtle, but obvious, other than that no real warning apart from Neil Haughey of this parish thought he could hear a whine that to him was slightly unusual... nobody else could mind! I guess we will know when we put it back together and Neil can't hear the whine any more...

I have never come accross this before on any 944. I would be interested to hear if any of the independants have. Hopefully it is just a particularly unlucky one-off.

B0900EDF9CC24C2CA2F48B21DE70A923.jpg
 
What is it where looking at? Is it some sort of pully/idler guide/lip that has sheared off? do you know where it originates? I've certainly not seen anything like this in all my time on this forum.
 
For reference, this is a picture of my spare scrap engine, which shows what it should look like, though a little less rusty!

A8981C66FEAF40608EA489CF68D134A0.jpg
 
ORIGINAL: sawood12

What is it where looking at? Is it some sort of pully/idler guide/lip that has sheared off? do you know where it originates? I've certainly not seen anything like this in all my time on this forum.
Click to expand...

Yep, the mangled piece of metal resting on the top is the front guide of the upper balance shaft pulley. If you look at the pulley you can see where the metal has sheared at the hub.
 
How recent is the pulley Tref? The metal left on the pulley still looks pretty shiny (well, it does compared to the rusty one on your spare engine)
 
I am guessing it is the same age as the car ('86) as it is not one of those that is normally replaced.
 
Hi mate, that is a relief to find that. Seems like my perfectionist hearing has possibly saved your engine [:)]. Having said that I wish I didn't have this affliction, every little rattle, squeak or noise drives me mad [:D]
 
Having said that though it will be a handy excuse for when the racing isn't going to well "I had to slow down I heard a noise" [:D]
 
Ah the old gravel in the hub-caps trick will work a treat on Neil! You'll have no trouble with him on the race-track!
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Posts made and opinions expressed are those of the individual forum members

Use of the Forum is subject to the Terms and Conditions

Disclaimer

The opinions expressed on this site are not necessarily those of the Club, who shall have no liability in respect of them or the accuracy of the content. The Club assumes no responsibility for any effects arising from errors or omissions.

Porsche Club Great Britain gives no warranties, guarantees or assurances and makes no representations or recommendations regarding any goods or services advertised on this site. It is the responsibility of visitors to satisfy themselves that goods and/or services supplied by any advertiser are bona fide and in no instance can the Porsche Club Great Britain be held responsible.

When responding to advertisements please ensure that you satisfy yourself of any applicable call charges on numbers not prefixed by usual "landline" STD Codes. Information can be obtained from the operator or the white pages. Before giving out ANY information regarding cars, or any other items for sale, please satisfy yourself that any potential purchaser is bona fide.

Directors of the Board of Porsche Club GB, Club Office Staff, Register Secretaries and Regional Organisers are often requested by Club members to provide information on matters connected with their cars and other matters referred to in the Club Rules. Such information, advice and assistance provided by such persons is given in good faith and is based on the personal experience and knowledge of the individual concerned.

Neither Porsche Club GB, nor any of the aforementioned, shall be under any liability in respect of any such information, advice or assistance given to members. Members are advised to consult qualified specialists for information, advice and assistance on matters connected with their cars at all times.

Porsche
Lockton
Pirelli
Officially approved
Oracle Finance
WEX Esso
Collecting Cars
Back
Top