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Member ID: NSAneon

Location: Laurel, Maryland

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1983 Porsche 944

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  • Top Speed180 mph
  • HP350
  • Weight2475 lbs

Major Upgrades

  • engine swap

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Last updated: Jul 18, 2008

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Pat’s Porsche 944:
“Millennium 944”

  • Currently 4/5 Stars.
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NSAneon's 1983 Porsche 944 Laurel, MD Customized with GM Performance Parts Engine Comps., Custom Exhaust, Custom Header, GM Performance Parts Intake, Custom Engine Electronics, Custom Springs, Viper Security, KONI Shocks - 138expand
Welcome to my Porsche conversion site. Hopefully, this will show the trials and tribulations as I perform a Renegade Hybrids conversion of my 1983 Porsche 944. Sure - the car may not look like much now, but please leave feedback and a rating. I'll do the same for you.
*** 13 July 2008 CLUSTER VIDEO ***
NSAneon's 1983 Porsche 944 Laurel, MD Customized with GM Performance Parts Engine Comps., Custom Exhaust, Custom Header, GM Performance Parts Intake, Custom Engine Electronics, Custom Springs, Viper Security, KONI Shocks - 140expand

CASTROL SYNTEC - THE OIL GOES IN BEFORE THE HOOD GOES ON!!

14 July 2008 - I advance to next bracket in Cardomain.com/Castrol Syntec Power 32 Contest
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IT'S ALIVE!!! 14 March 2008
Well after almost a year, it was time for the first firing of the engine. While I may look all calm and collected in the video, I was terrified! The throttle is computer controlled - I was praying that I did not make an error in the wiring for fear of the engine going to redline and sending the car out of the garage. Did not run engine long because the cooling system is not installed yet - that's next! Thanks to all of the folks that have left positive comments - - stay tuned!! In the meantine, check out the video and please leave a comment/rate it.


NSAneon's 1983 Porsche 944 Laurel, MD Customized with GM Performance Parts Engine Comps., Custom Exhaust, Custom Header, GM Performance Parts Intake, Custom Engine Electronics, Custom Springs, Viper Security, KONI Shocks - 70expand
NSAneon's 1983 Porsche 944 Laurel, MD Customized with GM Performance Parts Engine Comps., Custom Exhaust, Custom Header, GM Performance Parts Intake, Custom Engine Electronics, Custom Springs, Viper Security, KONI Shocks - 60expand

NSAneon's 1983 Porsche 944 Laurel, MD Customized with GM Performance Parts Engine Comps., Custom Exhaust, Custom Header, GM Performance Parts Intake, Custom Engine Electronics, Custom Springs, Viper Security, KONI Shocks - 13expand
Well, here's the patient - a 1983 Porsche 944 Coupe. I got it last year off EBay for a paltry $1850. At first, I thought I had gotten a pretty good deal, but then a rattling noise came from the engine compartment that ended up being a totally shot passenger-side engine mount. Since the engine had 128,000 miles on, and was blowing significant oil. I knew I was going to be looking at a significant investment on engine work. Having done my homework in advance, I knew the 944 was notoriously underpowered, and decided to go for an OVERHAULIN' style restoration (without the pranks), and a Small Block Chevy Conversion. After watching Bullrun, I believe my project car would be a perfect entry - from the outside, everyone would think it's the typical lightweight 944 - maybe a turbo; but underneath, it's really a 380HP heavyweight with the handling capabilities of a car made famous for its 50/50 weight distribution. May not be running yet, but stay tuned! That day is not far off! Some of you have asked why put an Americian engine in a German car - well it's simple: I like the 944, but getting parts for the engine (especially performance parts) are next to impossible (or impossibly priced). The LS1 conversion is a logical choice - both from a financial and performance point of view. My in-laws are German, and they think it's amazing that a Corvette engine fits in a Porsche and are really excited to see the car on the road!!
NSAneon's 1983 Porsche 944 Laurel, MD Customized with GM Performance Parts Engine Comps., Custom Exhaust, Custom Header, GM Performance Parts Intake, Custom Engine Electronics, Custom Springs, Viper Security, KONI Shocks - 16expand
NSAneon's 1983 Porsche 944 Laurel, MD Customized with GM Performance Parts Engine Comps., Custom Exhaust, Custom Header, GM Performance Parts Intake, Custom Engine Electronics, Custom Springs, Viper Security, KONI Shocks - 17expand

NSAneon's 1983 Porsche 944 Laurel, MD Customized with GM Performance Parts Engine Comps., Custom Exhaust, Custom Header, GM Performance Parts Intake, Custom Engine Electronics, Custom Springs, Viper Security, KONI Shocks - 15expand
Nice shots of the interior - What do you expect for 1800 bucks?? If you take a close look at the dash you can see the typical porsche dash warpage (or is it? - stay tuned)
NSAneon's 1983 Porsche 944 Laurel, MD Customized with GM Performance Parts Engine Comps., Custom Exhaust, Custom Header, GM Performance Parts Intake, Custom Engine Electronics, Custom Springs, Viper Security, KONI Shocks - 4expand
Shots of the engine bay with the typical 2.5L engine (Note the Haynes manual). Need all the help I can get at this point.
NSAneon's 1983 Porsche 944 Laurel, MD Customized with GM Performance Parts Engine Comps., Custom Exhaust, Custom Header, GM Performance Parts Intake, Custom Engine Electronics, Custom Springs, Viper Security, KONI Shocks - 10expand
Shot of the *ORIGINAL* transplant 'organ' - 5.7L LT1 out of a '96 Corvette. **UPDATE 21 JUL 07** Replaced by LS1 that can be seen on 2nd page.

The following video is of Marc A of Virginia racing his 944/LS1. Once completed, my car should have the close to the same performance. Notice how easily the thouroghbreds are caught and overtaken? A turbo 944 would need tens of thousands of dollars in engine modifications to perform this well.

Page 1 - Introduction <- You are here
Page 2 - Engine and Drivetrain
Page 3 - Interior and Related
Page 4/5 - Bodywork and Paint
Page 6 - Suspension/Tires
Page 7 - Letter to the Porsche 'Purist' ("Haters")

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Member ID: NSAneon

Location: Laurel, Maryland