Third and seventh gear ratios are specific to each gearbox. Hi, i got a new 911 with a pdk gearbox about 10 days ago. Move the gear selector from park to drive, pausing for five seconds and then move it to reverse. Porsche 911 and 912 long wheel base cars late 6971.
One minor hitch is the manuals fivegate shift pattern. Porsche 986 boxster transaxle specifications california. The pdk was therefore designed in line with the requirements of a 911 driver, in terms of both sportiness and comfort. Porsche 915 gearbox identification pelican parts forums. Since these gearboxes all use the porsche design balk ring synchromesh, they depend upon some friction for this brakeband type synchronizer to work properly. From clothing, homeoffice items, toys, model cars, and audio equipment to limited edition watches, our lifestyle and vehicle accessories are. The 901 series porsche transmissions was a four or five speed longitudinal transaxle designed and manufactured by porsche between 1964 and 1976. Porsche 915 transmission specifications california. The trans type and the first 4 digit of the main parts list are cast into the housing. Car a rac presents recommended by manufacturers oil types. This type of gear box derives its name from the fact that the gears are meshed by sliding. The transmission was used frequently in porsche racing cars partially due to the wide selection of gears that were available. The original porsche 911 pronounced nine eleven, german. The first speedsters were introduced in october 1954 and could be equipped with 0cc and 1500cc engines making anywhere from 44 to 70 hp.
Fwiw, i have driven my 912 over 45k miles since august 2012. The word transmission is used for a device that is located between the clutch and the propeller shaft. It uses a driveroperated clutch, usually engaged and disengaged by a foot pedal or hand lever, for regulating torque transfer from the engine to the transmission. It is stamped both on the bottom ridge as well as on the top of both case halves. It is distinguished to the casual observer by a revised shift pattern conventional 4speed h pattern, and. Porsche 901, 911, 914 transaxle specifications california. Included adapters for filling your atfmotor oil include bmw, vw short, vw porsche long, vwmini m10x1. When we talk about types of gearbox, this is one of the oldest type. Apr 24, 2014 when we talk about types of gearbox, this is one of the oldest type. The optionally available porsche doubleclutch transmission pdk was featured in a series production sports car for the very first time when it was fitted into the 997 series of the 911 in 2008. Oct 23, 2017 less is more the new porsche 911 carrera t 10232017. Until the arrival of the porsche 911t in 1968, the 911 exclusively used a fivespeed gearbox. Porsche boxster differential manual transmission fluid.
Selection of gear lube will dictate how the gearbox will work. While the optional porsche doppelkupplung pdk transmission gets a lot of love from enthusiasts and the automotive press, the 7speed manual transmission is a revolutionary addition to a long history of exceptional standard transmissions. The porsche 991 7speed manual transmission may come as standard, but there is nothing standard about it. The c and d series of 911 moved to the 91101 gearbox for 1970 and 1971 where the dogleg first remained until the arrival of the famous 915 transmission in 1972, alongside the 2. Porsche 911 964 c4 19901994 oem g64 5 speed manual transmission 93,709 miles. My 1981 911 sc 915 gearbox had exactly the same problem. Before i hooked up the linkage, i manually tried to shift the gears and it would only go in to 1st and reverse. The porsche 915 transmission switched to a traditional pattern but was. Dec 28, 2016 with the arrival of this 996generation 911 for the 1999 model year, porsche no longer made aircooled engines. Porsches backandforth on using manual transmissions dates back a few years when it launched the currentgeneration 911 turbo and the trackfocused 911 gt3 with glaring omissions in their. Porsche 911 and 912 short wheel base cars 65early 69 description. This transmission is fairly robust and common, but not the fastest for the car. Oe transmissions also have a bar code label on the transmission housing.
Manufactured by porsche zf platetype limitedslip differential available. The porsche doppelkupplung combined the driving dynamics and the good mechanical efficiency of a manual gearbox with the shifting and ride comfort of an automatic gearbox. The two clutch packs are arranged concentrically within a shared drum that resides in the transmission bell housing. In the 911 t, a magnesium housing accommodated the fivespeed manual transmission plus reverse gear. A gearbox turns that high speed and low torque into lower speed and higher torque via a term labelled mechanical advantage. Variations include the type 901 used in early 911 cars, type 902 used in the 912 car, type 911 used in later 911 cars and the type 914 used in the 914 car. First place in world champions run of monza in porsche 962 2008. Some of the most common gearboxes are ground, bevel, worm, helical and spur. Essentially, this famous porsche transmission operates much like two manual. This type of clutch is, used in some heavy transport vehicles, in epicyclic gearboxes and racing cars where high torque is to be transmitted.
Porsche cayenne transmission valve body problems ferdinand. Pdk shifts faster than other types of transmissions. If you dont plan to drive the transmission much, then have at it and learn. The first of its kind porsche 991 7speed manual transmission. In this post, we will describe the types of gearbox in details. Limited to 1,948 units, the new 911 speedster pays tribute to an idea that runs through the history of porsche. Need 901 transmission tool sizes pelican parts forums. Porsche isnt getting rid of manual transmissions yet top speed.
The original volkswagen touareg and porsche cayenne may not share an engine, but earlier models do share a transmission. Types of gears classification of gears and gear trains types of gearbox. With the 911 carrera t, porsche is reviving the puristic concept behind the 911 t of 1968. Porsche transaxle types 997 transaxle specifications. Problems with new pdk gearbox page 1 porsche general. There are still a number of oils available that contain adequate levels of zinc to protect the flat tappet cam design of the 356 engine. The further the leverage point is from the source, the greater amount of torque can be transmitted with the force you apply. Some of the popular models are porsche panamera, bmw x1, kia sportage, and more.
Because the concept embodies the original porsche virtues of purism, lightweight construction, efficiency and unadulterated driving pleasure. The porsche 915 transmission switched to a traditional pattern but was known for baulking when cold. The pdk transmission utilizes the same constantmesh gear set and synchronizer configuration as porsche s modern manual gearboxes, but there are two separate transmission input shafts, each with its own multiplate clutch pack. Porsche cayenne automatic transmission fluid and filter. This sixspeed transmission is generally reliable, but develops problems with the valve body. Not offered as optional equipment from the factory transmission controls. However finding single grade oils makes the hunt a bit more interesting. Automatic transmission porsche, bmw, mini, mercedes. There are two basic types of manual transmission, audi and porsche based. Transaxle is the correct definition instead of transmission due.
Buying a used porsche cayenne 20022010, common issues, engine types, sk titulky magyar. It had seven forward gears and one reverse gear and was initially available in the carrera and carrera s. Porsche has introduced two new 911s its flagship turbo and trackfocused gt3 with a glaring omission in the options list. The following are four different types of gearbox and. Again, make sure the vehicle is firmly supported on jack stands, as the wheels will spin. Neunelfer is a luxury sports car made by porsche ag of stuttgart, germany. The type 915 transmission one of the most significant changes to the 1972 911 series is a transmission similar in concept, but different from earlier porsche designs. We are happy to look at transmissions brought in to us, or we can remove your transmission here. View and download porsche 928 workshop manual online. The 7speed pdk transmission can change gears in fractions of a second without interrupting the flow of power. To provide for disconnecting the engine from the driving wheels. Porsches sevenspeed pdk dualclutch automated manual. There are three types of regular porsche services, the oil service, intermediate maintenance and maintenance, all of which are required at different intervals. Porsche was for the first time exploring extensive parts commonality between model lines, and as a result the 996 shared much with the lowerpriced midengined boxster.
Furthermore additional maintenances are required at specific intervals. Porsche puts two more nails in the manual transmissions coffin. Complete manual transmissions for porsche 911 for sale ebay. Porsche has switched between aluminium and magnesium housings since the 1970s, depending on model. The 7678 cars were delivered with a 4speed transmission of audi origin. Its spent the last 5 days back at the garage, as the gearbox locks itself in one gear, and gearbox failure or something similar comes. When i use the 2 gear method, i always have the gear cluster in the transmission casting or intermediate tunnel for 915 or use the p260 p260a for 915 guide plate to support the bearings. It helps to have someone in the car that can move the gear selector for you while you continue to add fluid. If you want a transmission that is reliable and troublefree, do what i did.
With over 48 years of fixing, equipping and racing porsche 356s, we know what works. Porsche sixspeed sequential dog type gearbox gear ratios. The porsche doppelkupplung pdk is an invention from the field of motorsport and has now found its way into the 911 gt2 rs. May 16, 2017 if youve read about, shopped for or driven a porsche in the past decade, youve probably heard of the brands pdk dualclutch transmission. Performance explore the core module 2 page 3 of 24 1984. This list gives great insight in the broad range of porsches. At first, the company offered consulting services to other carmakers, but soon the german government called upon the company to manufacture affordable vehicles for ordinary drivers of that time. We have a great selection of transmission parts for a porsche 356. Small gear driving large gear under drive under drive happens when carrier is the output under drive increases torque decreases speed large gear driving smaller gear overdrive overdrive happens when the carrier is the input if the carrier is held, the gear set goes to reverse. You can consider a gearbox to be a small box of levers. The 7speed porsche pdk transmission is a revolutionary transmission system that allows drivers to enjoy a sporty, dynamic and agile driving feel. Besides, this finds applications in case of scooters and motorcycles, where.
Change transmission and longlife guarantee condition. If youve read about, shopped for or driven a porsche in the past decade, youve probably heard of the brands pdk dualclutch transmission. Into the porsche 996 era, six ratios remained the norm, however a new gearbox was. The worldwide known automobile manufacturer porsche was established in 1931 by ferdinand porsche, automotive engineer from germany. Transmission system chief function of the device is to receive power at one torque and angular velocity and to deliver it at another torque and the corresponding angular velocity. One of the easiest tasks to perform on your boxster 996 is to change the transmission or differential oil, but just in case you need a bit of guidance, be sure to read waynes article first. Then, in 79, a 5speed trans based on 915 internals the trans used in late70s 911s was introduced. It may be a gearbox, a torque converter, overdrive, fluid drive or hydraulic drive. The manufacturing industry considers ground and hardened gearboxes the best types of gearboxes, according to the gears. After reading through the discussion thread, and following all the links to information on identifying a 915 gearbox, i must admit i am still at a loss. Text, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the information available at the time. The transmission has been working for 37 years now and keeping the 911 in gear.
Supercuprace win on nurburgring in porsche 962 1986. Welcome to the porsche online shop, the entry portal to accessories for your porsche lifestyle. For the first time, the highperformance engine transmits its power via an automatically switching sevenspeed gearbox on the rear axle, without interrupting traction. Jun 27, 2017 a nonsynchromesh vw transaxle was used through june 1952, before porsche switched to a fully synchronized gearbox with porsche designed gears and synchromesh. The company established a numeric record of projects known as the type list. The 930 four speeds are a variety of the 915, and were continued until 1988. Gl5 75w90 or equivalent type 6forward speeds and 1reverse transmission gear ratio 1st 3. Transmission parts for porsche 356 356 enterprises. The team in the porsche classic workshop already started working deep inside the vehicle. The experts at porsche classic turned their attention to the transmission while the bodyshell of the attractive main prize was nearing the end of the cleaning process in the paintstripping bath. Technical documents porsche 911 gmodel turbosition. Improvements in computerized controls bring dual clutch technology to comfortperformance. Technical documents for porsche 911 gmodel genuine parts catalogue technical component report manufacturer certification the porsche 911 turbo everthing about the type 930, the turbo of the first and second generation. The 911 t has a light, filigree housing with pronounced ribs for cooling and rigidity.
The 915 gearbox was used through the 1986 911 model year. Do not, however, attempt to overhaul a porsche transaxle without a workshop manual. Performance explore the core module 2 page 10 of 24 clutch 2 input shaft 1 input shaft 2 transmission and pdk clutch 1 dual clutch design shift without interruption in drive force transfer of power flow from clutch 1 to clutch 2 two different transmissions in one. However, the entry level t used a fourspeed 90103 shifter, while the 911l and 911s shared the fivespeed 90150 gearbox. Street use only hello, i just purchased a very clean rebuilt transmission and installed it yesterday and hooked up the axles and all the trimmings. A single word bundles everything the brands stands for. H pattern 5 speed manual transaxle wsynchronized reverse limited slip differential.
It this, gears on the main shaft are moved right or left for meshing them with appropriate gears on the counter shaft for obtaining different speed. The transmission was used primarily in the 911 but variations were also used in the 904, 906, 912 and 914 production road and race cars. This list gives great insight in the broad range of porsche s activities over the years. As a result, a few clear signs of wear and tear are not the end of the world.
Also known as semiautomatic transmission sat and several other names, this automatic transmission type utilizes a regular clutch and gear setup but automates the action by the use of sensors, actuators, processors, and pneumatics. In particular, most of the front end ahead of the doors was the same. The serial number and the last 6 digit of the main parts list are stamped into casting. All porsche transmissions use a very steep hypoid angle in the differential due to the necessity of close shaft spacing. To help you understand the history and types of porsche transmissions. A manual transmission, also known as a manual gearbox, a standard transmission, stick shift, or simply stick, clutch, or gearbox, is a type of transmission used in motor vehicle applications. Manufactured by porsche zf platetype limitedslip differential. We offer highquality porsche products to suit every occasion, in the minimalist style typical of porsche. The 356 was built from 1948 to 1965 in six major types.
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