Porsche 944 - Center Console Hinge Replacement Tutorial 

@@mr924Sman Yes sir! I avoided showcasing some of these smaller jobs in the early days of the channel, but have come to find people appreciate their interesting nuances. Even though it’s easy to do, there are still useful things to be shared.

@@NC944er as someone who is trying to bring their cheap little porsche back to as close to showroom as possible I can't thank you enough!!

@@Alan1302GL That’s amazing, best of luck! 👍🏼

@@user-qf8lv6so5s Research shows that 72.6% of all 944s break down at the same time. 😂

@@HockeyPlayer323 Thanks, I’m actually considering a “ride along” video to discuss the car’s driving characteristics and how the modifications are holding up / performing over time…

@@NC944er You really should! I just got my 944 a few weeks ago and you are so far the BEST source on YT and deem your car the best taken care of. That video would be great to compare to mine to see how it sounds and looks and feels!

@@phil6012 Nice, sounds like you have a pretty sweet setup! Thanks for the tip on the fan resistor wiring. I have already replaced the crumbling/oxidized ends below the windshield. I pulled the rubber boot off and cut pretty deep into the harness, where the “protected” wiring was still flexible and intact, so I stopped there. Good to keep an eye on I guess. 👍🏼

@@NC944er Please keep an eye on those. I've been through 3 body 951 harnesses - an '86 and two '87. They all had deterorating insulation inside the wrapped harness and had frayed conductors. I had initially repaired the pigtails that connect to the ballast resistors, but was surprised what I found when I split the harness wrap. My car did have an electrical fire at one point in its life.

@@christiansilva1918 Hey! These processes are mostly covered in my existing MAF Installation and Horn Troubleshooting videos, links below with timing stamps to that specific content. Steering wheel removal: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-4jLoFjXGIuQ.htmlsi=QmsawLBdyvHDyYaP&t=263 DME computer removal: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-0u5eQ9MtqGI.htmlsi=MPaseNaiTCNr10sA&t=122

@@SpringVinMoto There are a few aftermarket cup holder options that fit in place of the ash tray unit. I’ve also seen people screw larger ones into the right side of the center console, but those will typically damage the console panel and leave holes after removal.

@@NC944er I have the kind the wedges between the passenger seat and the torque tube tunnel. Works fine and doesn't cause damage.

@@IsraelSocial Very cool! I’ve seen a couple 3D print ones people have done. Lots of options. Let me know how it turns out. 👍

@@VS-16 Nice! 15 years is a pretty good run. Maybe I have been opening mine too frequently. If I leave it closed, it should last forever. 😂

@@glow9999 Yeah, mine still has the original Blaupunkt head unit with cassette player. It offers almost no bass with its low output and small 4x6” speakers, but it’s decent enough for when you get bored listening to the car’s orchestra of mechanical sounds. The cassette tape functionality is really retro and cool to have in my opinion, just from a nostalgia perspective. That and having all original equipment maintains value (if that’s important to you), and these OEM radios now sell for about $600 secondhand. As far as the upgrade with modern tech, it depends on how much of a music fan you are. If you love music and have to have access to your favorite tunes at all times and that makes you happy, it’s probably worth the upgrade. I would just hold on to the OEM equipment if you ever plan to sell your car, as some buyers will ask about it.

@@trey99ek If the duct tape fails, try some Gorilla Tape. 😂 I don’t blame you, the design fails way too easily and it’s pretty disappointing. This will be my last go ‘round before trying something different…

@@floatypotato6969 Nope, naturally aspirated base model… the center consoles are the same though.