Can you help me?!

[Guest]

I've had my 924 for about 6 months[].. I've always had a bit of trouble starting it, but I knew about that problem when I bought the car. Had a new starter motor fitted today - seems to have done the trick... my other problem is that over the last week, at random points across the South of England my lovely little monster keeps dying [] - like it's run out of petrol, even when there's a full tank of fuel. When I eventually coast to a stop and then try and start her again, she fires up like there's nothing wrong.. any clues?
Also does anyone have any good (and cheap) tips about where I can purchase a new exhaust system from?
Many Thanks
Lisa

 

[PaulHere]

When I had starting problems a year or two back it turned out to be dirty earth leads. It may not be this on your car but it is a simple place to start, and a cheap part to replace.

Most tyre and exhaust (quik-fit type) garages should be able to obtain an exhaust system for you, but do shop around for a good deal. Also ring up some Porsche specialists like JZ Machtech in Kings Langley 07000 100911 and ask them for quotes.

Any good specialist will know what they are doing with your car and treat it well []

 

[Guest]

You engine dying problem is one that I live for, these problems can be more intriging than an episode of Frost!. Make sure that the Distributor is working properly, make sure the vacuum is not leaking or that diaghram is sound (very often it is a lack of automatic advance or retardation that causes the engine to stop at higher reve). Then check your fuel pump, dead easy to access offside rear, make sure fuel lines ok and electric connections are good. 3rdly treat yourself to a new fuel relay. I would be surprised if that approach turns up a blank.

If your in the south, there is an exhaust place near bristol which will build you a custom stainless steel system for about £300.00 while you wait with a lifetime warranty.

If you decide to off load the 924 - i am looking for a restoration project tony howell, swindon 01793-656340

 

[924nutter]

I haven't been on the forum long, but have owned the same 924 for 15 years. In the dim and distant past I had that problem, and it was definintely the fuel pump relay. I have mentioned in another post that the fuel pump should only make a faint whizzing hissing noise. If it's louder than that then the pump is on it's way out, and will draw too much currnet. Eventually this can lead to the terminals on the back of the relay getting too hot, and cause damage to the fuse board. I know from experience. If you suddenly get an unexplained misfire, that new plugs, leads and anything else electrical doesn't cure, get the fuel pressure checked out. It should be about 3 bar or 45 psi. I had to fit a new relay, and repair the termials on the relay plug, but I still had the misfire. I fitted a new pump and the misfire dissapeared. The new pump was whisper quiet. Sometimes we learn from experience!

 

[rogerc84]

For the front box, try German Swedish and French who have branches all over UK. I got one for my 1984 924 ( same box as for Audi) for £23. For the rear assembly in mild steel, have a look at the following link:

http://www.buypartsby.co.uk/exhausts_details.php?recordID=2723

I haven't bought, but they do quote £77 + vat.

Keep an eye on eBay. I bought a stainless steel rear assembly complete for £99 + delivery. It sounds superb - you might be lucky,too!