Porschin'
This page will follow the restoration of a 2.7 liter 1976 Porsche 911S Targa.


We bought this car without much research on this model of Porsche. Turns out that the 2.7 liter engine is well known for its problems. We immediatly discovered that we were leaking more oil than than Exxon.


Additions since buying include: new paint, tires, battery, windshield and windshield gaskets, lower valve covers, Turbo chain tensioners, heater blower motor, washer fluid pump, fix on Targa top, cool colar, various body seals, and numerous other small items.



After installation of the new valve covers we had a significant decrease in oil leaks, and our cat litter purchases went way down as well. The Turbo chain tensioners were also a necessary addition.


The Targa is not as popular with Porsche buyers because the Targa top is prone to leaking and is often expensive to fix. We still have some leak issues to fix ourselves but the stainless steel rollbar is just too sweet.


The next projects include: ways to facillitate oil cooling, lots of interior work, more gaskets n seals, more work on Targa top, soundproofing, floor boards, and who knows what else will come up.



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