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| SirAndy |
 Dec 30 2011, 10:46 AM
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Resident German  Group: Admin Posts: 41,943 Joined: 21-January 03 From: Oakland, Kalifornia Member No.: 179 Region Association: Northern California  |
QUOTE(jsconst @ Dec 30 2011, 07:47 AM)  Thanks for the suggestion, guess it's time to clean all the connections. This is probably stating the obvious, but make sure you disconnect the battery before you do any cleaning work on the electrical system. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/bye1.gif) |
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| Randal |
Dec 30 2011, 10:56 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 4,446 Joined: 29-May 03 From: Los Altos, CA Member No.: 750 |
QUOTE(SirAndy @ Dec 30 2011, 08:43 AM) QUOTE(ConeDodger @ Dec 30 2011, 08:25 AM) We need someone to remanufacture these boards. Last time i checked (which was a few years back) they were still available new from Porsche. I know because i bought one. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) Rich Bontempi also has a source as I got one for my car before I completely switch all the wiring and added the Link ECU. I either still have the rebuilt relay board or McMark has it. |
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| JStroud |
Dec 30 2011, 11:32 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,463 Joined: 15-January 11 From: Galt, California Member No.: 12,594 Region Association: Northern California |
Good idea, I'll check the board out while I have it out cleaning the connections.
Ya Andy probably a good idea to disconnect the battery, don't need to cause more electrical issues. Thanks again everyone for all the great suggestions Jeff |
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| laflaur |
Dec 30 2011, 11:42 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 162 Joined: 8-June 06 From: Granite Bay Member No.: 6,186 Region Association: Northern California  |
Hey Jeff,
I just saw this post,I live in Rocklin and would usually be able to help in a pinch. My number is (916)768-9146 feel free to call me if you need anything in the future. John |
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| JStroud |
Dec 30 2011, 12:09 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,463 Joined: 15-January 11 From: Galt, California Member No.: 12,594 Region Association: Northern California |
Thanks John, appreciate the offer, and back at you, I live near Galt off 99, my contact info is on my website in my signature
Thanks again everyone, see how great this site is!!! Jeff QUOTE(laflaur @ Dec 30 2011, 09:42 AM) Hey Jeff, I just saw this post,I live in Rocklin and would usually be able to help in a pinch. My number is (916)768-9146 feel free to call me if you need anything in the future. John |
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| cwpeden |
Dec 30 2011, 01:29 PM
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Great White North, huh? Group: Members Posts: 916 Joined: 20-August 06 From: Victoria BC Member No.: 6,693 Region Association: Canada |
Glad I could help, now if memory serves me right I did end up changing out the relay board.
I fear the fix may be temporary, as it was for me. Take short trips... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif) I think the problem was between the relay and the fuse. Water had gotten in between the plastic board and the tar. |
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| JStroud |
Jan 1 2012, 01:45 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,463 Joined: 15-January 11 From: Galt, California Member No.: 12,594 Region Association: Northern California |
Well I took my relay board out to clean/check it out. Not pretty, some corrosion, but big chunks of tar missing on the bottom. The relay board from the 75 I'm restoring now was in much better condition, so I installed that one instead. Have to look into having this one rebuilt before the 75 is done. FYI PP has new relay boards for sale, only $481.
  So since I got caught without a flashlight or tools, I thought it would be a good time to put together a tool kit from some old tools I had laying around, plus a few spare parts from the old relay board and a recent tune up. Did I miss anything?  For those of you that thought it wouldn't all fit, not pretty, but its all in there.  Now I think I'll put the new tool kit in the car and go for my first drive of the new year! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif) Happy New Year Everyone Jeff |
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| Elliot Cannon |
Jan 1 2012, 02:26 PM
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914 Guru Group: Retired Members Posts: 8,487 Joined: 29-December 06 From: Paso Robles Ca. (Central coast) Member No.: 7,407 Region Association: None
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While delivering the Screaming Yellow Zonker to it's new owner last July (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif) , leaving Tahachapi the engine just quit. No sputter or jerking around, it just QUIT. Turned out to be corrosion in the DME relay socket. Now when I have an electrical problem, the first thing I think is corrosion. Your tool kit looks great. I always carry a spare clutch and throttle cable, especially on an event like the WCR or route 66 run. If I don't need it someone else just might. Spare relays and voltage regulator are also good to carry. And if you have one a spare alternator might not be a bad idea as well. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
Cheers, Elliot |
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| SirAndy |
Jan 1 2012, 03:44 PM
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Resident German Group: Admin Posts: 41,943 Joined: 21-January 03 From: Oakland, Kalifornia Member No.: 179 Region Association: Northern California |
QUOTE(jsconst @ Jan 1 2012, 11:45 AM) Have to look into having this one rebuilt before the 75 is done. There's a detailed thread here somewhere on how to rebuild them. Complete with re-soldering all the through connections and applying new tar. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/shades.gif) |
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| SirAndy |
Jan 1 2012, 03:49 PM
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Resident German Group: Admin Posts: 41,943 Joined: 21-January 03 From: Oakland, Kalifornia Member No.: 179 Region Association: Northern California |
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| cwpeden |
Jan 1 2012, 03:56 PM
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Great White North, huh? Group: Members Posts: 916 Joined: 20-August 06 From: Victoria BC Member No.: 6,693 Region Association: Canada |
QUOTE(Elliot Cannon @ Jan 1 2012, 12:26 PM) I always carry a spare clutch and throttle cable, especially on an event like the WCR or route 66 run. If I don't need it someone else just might. I keep my spare throttle and clutch cable coiled up in the spare tire. A hand full of nuts and bolts too. Just cause I always have leftovers when working on the car (IMG:style_emoticons/default/blink.gif) I never know what might fall off.....nevermind I saw your bag of fasteners |
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| messix |
Jan 1 2012, 04:05 PM
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AKA "CLUTCH KILLER"! Group: Members Posts: 6,995 Joined: 14-April 05 From: between shit kickers and pinky lifters/ puget sound wa.north of Seattle south of Canada Member No.: 3,931 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
a section of parachute cord long enough to reach for a throttle. ask Dan Root about hanging head down into the engine compartement to work the throttle while his son drove the car home!
jumper cables or a jumpbox. vise grips, they have many uses, clamping off burst brake line is one and leaking fuel line another. |
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| Lennies914 |
Jan 1 2012, 04:19 PM
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Slacker Group: Members Posts: 828 Joined: 9-January 10 From: NorCal Member No.: 11,216 Region Association: Northern California |
Jeff,
I've got a couple spare relay boards. Let me know if you need one. Lennie |
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| ConeDodger |
Jan 1 2012, 04:34 PM
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Apex killer! Group: Members Posts: 23,852 Joined: 31-December 04 From: Tahoe Area Member No.: 3,380 Region Association: Northern California
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I think PP and AA are always Porsche SRP. If you are a PCA member you can get 20% off SRP at the dealership...
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| VaccaRabite |
Jan 1 2012, 04:35 PM
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En Garde! Group: Admin Posts: 13,616 Joined: 15-December 03 From: Dallastown, PA Member No.: 1,435 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region
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Some fine emory paper and zip ties should be added in.
for wrenches, you can leave most of those at home. You only need the 10, 12, 13, 15 and 17 in normal sizes and also a stubby set of wrenches. Ditch the allen wrenches, and use allen sockets instead. You will thank me for that if you ever need to use them roadside. For your sockets, you don't need the 1/4 inch drive set. Stick with the 3/8s inch. You need a pair of vise-grips! I'd add a second set of batteries for the flashlight (lights tend to be dead when you need them), and get an LED head light instead of a hand held flash light. Finally, an old Haynes manual, with color copies of the electric schematic for your car inserted into that section. Zach |
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| JStroud |
Jan 1 2012, 05:26 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,463 Joined: 15-January 11 From: Galt, California Member No.: 12,594 Region Association: Northern California |
Thanks for the link Andy, that will come in handy. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
Some great suggestions, thought about the clutch and accelerator cables, I'll add those after I put the new ones in the 75,(carry the old ones). Vise grip I'll have to pick up, didn't want to take from my garage tools. My goal is now that I have it to never actually need it. I can hear the laughter already. Well now it's time for another drive to pick up a stereo for the 74, I'm tired of looking at a black hole and hearing nothing but wind. Happy new year Jeff |
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| pnewman |
Jan 1 2012, 05:29 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 371 Joined: 15-February 05 From: Lincolnshire, IL Member No.: 3,606 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
I am not sure if their is a topic of a EMERGENCY KIT / Must HAVE'S FOR A ROAD TRIP.
Perhaps we can start one. I keep a spare relay and fuse on my relay board labeled "spare" so as to not pull the wrong ones. That and yes a flash light in the glove box is a good start. I like the Tool bag Idea. I think that I will put one in my front trunk by the spare. I have a 1.8 ltr and would add a double relay too. Good Luck! |
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| JStroud |
Jan 1 2012, 10:27 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,463 Joined: 15-January 11 From: Galt, California Member No.: 12,594 Region Association: Northern California |
Thanks Lennie I'll keep that in mind. Hey how's your project coming, are you going to be working on it tomorrow? I might be looking for somewhere to take a drive to.
Jeff QUOTE(Lennies914 @ Jan 1 2012, 02:19 PM) Jeff, I've got a couple spare relay boards. Let me know if you need one. Lennie |
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| JStroud |
Jan 7 2012, 10:32 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,463 Joined: 15-January 11 From: Galt, California Member No.: 12,594 Region Association: Northern California |
Well I thought I'd give an update, after changing the relay board I haven't had any electrical issues, and actually my tach is rock steady now. Car is running very well now, took it on a few short trips over the weekend, then said what the hell, and drove it to work every day this week (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif)
My work 914......Maybe have to build a 914 truck next.  Hope everyones having a good day, and thanks everyone for helping me get my car back on the road. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif) Time for a (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif) Jeff |
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| Gint |
Jan 7 2012, 01:54 PM
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Mike Ginter Group: Admin Posts: 16,095 Joined: 26-December 02 From: Denver CO. Member No.: 20 Region Association: Rocky Mountains  |
Grats.
The crap I've hauled in a 914... You can put some big stuff in the passenger seat with the top off. |
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