When FACTORY parts don't fit - New, Porsche 944 Turbo Alternator Wiring Harness

In this video, I install a brand new, genuine Porsche alternator and starter wiring harness on my Porsche 944 Turbo (951) — a job that should have been completely plug and play. It wasn’t.

Because this car is running an aftermarket turbo, the factory routing for the alternator and starter wiring harness no longer works as Porsche intended. As a result, the brand new OEM harness was too long, forcing me to step back and make the difficult decision to modify a genuine Porsche part — something no one ever wants to do.

This video shows the reality of working on modified classic cars, even when you use OEM parts:

Why a genuine Porsche harness didn’t fit as expected

How aftermarket turbo setups change wiring routing

The difference between “bolt-on” in theory vs real-world installs

Why patience matters when a project goes sideways

How to slow down, reassess, and still do the job correctly

It’s frustrating when a brand new OEM part doesn’t install the way you expect — but this is part of the ownership experience with a 35+ year old turbo Porsche, especially one that’s been modified over time.

If you’re restoring, maintaining, or troubleshooting a Porsche 944 Turbo, this video is a reminder that:

Even the most straightforward jobs don’t always go as planned — and that’s OK.

The goal isn’t speed. The goal is doing it right.

This video is part of an ongoing Porsche 944 Turbo maintenance and restoration series, focused on reliability, electrical repairs, and real-world DIY ownership from a 100% certified amateur.

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944 Starter/Alternator Harness:
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