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Local technicial in Denver area
Monday 12/24/2007 | Other | 8871 views
Vehicle Information: Model: 993 Carrera; Year: 1997; Body Type: Targa; Total Mileage: 40000; I need a great local technician for regular maintenance and repair in the Denver, Englewood or Parker area.
READ ANSWER996 Tiptronic Leaks
Wednesday 08/14/2019 | 2004 | Transmission/Clutch | 8865 views
Are you aware that the gaskets for the Tail Housing and Transfer case that Porsche does not sell are available from IPT Performance Transmissions in New Jersey - 973-406-7000 talk to John Lombardo he is very helpful. Tell him Warren sent you. He also has a full rebuild kit. LInk is: https://www.importperformancetrans.com/index.php?l=product_list&c=2683
READ ANSWERSparco or Corbeau Seats
Sunday 04/01/2012 | Other | 8865 views
Model: 911 Cab, Year:1987, Mileage:81,000, Type of use:Street use onlyI'm modifying the interior of my '87 Cab from purely "street" to street & track, and am considering Sparco or Corbeau seats. Seeking advice: Do you and/or my fellow members have experience with either/both?
READ ANSWERModel years with heated seats
Saturday 11/14/2009 | Other | 4776 views
Model: 911T, Year:1972, Mileage:100000, Type of use:Street use onlyI would like to know what model year that heated seats became an option for the Boxster/Boxster S. Also, Can the pre-2003 Boxsters be retro-fit with the glass rear-window/defroster soft top ?? I am looking to purchase a pre-owned Boxster. Thanks!
READ ANSWERCan you explain Over Rev Reports and what the numbers mean?
Wednesday 11/27/2019 | 2006 | Engine | 876 views
Hi, I talked to one of the Tech Advisers at the PCA Tech West this past Saturday about all the confusion that exist with Porsche’s Over Rev Report. He said it might be time to explain what the Over Rev Report is, how it effects a warranty or a used vehicle purchase and what the numbers mean. If you decide to take this on, you can use (or not) my cars data: a 2006 Cayman S (6MT) with 75K miles on it. Total operating hours are 2339.2. Over Revs; Range 1, 3991 @ 2314.1 hr. Ra ...
READ ANSWERWhat happens when I don't use N-rated tires ?
Tuesday 11/16/2021 | 2016 | Cayman GTS | Wheels and Tires | 657 views
When I replaced the tires on my Cayman with Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires I didn't know I should have ordered the N rated version. Will the non N rated tire effect handling?. I track my porsche at HPDE events.
READ ANSWERWhat years did ims bearing have issues?
Thursday 11/11/2021 | 2007 | Cayman S | Transmission/Clutch | 615 views
READ ANSWERWhat is the current recommended interval for PDK transmission fluid change?
Monday 11/01/2021 | 2013 | Boxster S | Transmission/Clutch | 504 views
My owner's manual has listed as "additional maintenance" to change the PDK fluid in every 120,00 miles or every 12 years, but my service advisor recommended it every at every 40K so due at my current 8 year maintenance interval at this time. I noticed that PcarWise recommends it at every 60K or every 6 years. My car is 8 years old with low miles and not sure what is best. Thanks for any input you can give me. ...
READ ANSWER2006-2008 Porsche Cayman S IMS Bearing Issue
Thursday 07/02/2020 | 2006 | Engine | 489 views
I want to buy a 2009-2012 987 and I'm realizing there are not many available. However, I see many 2006-2008 available and within my budget. What kind of checks should be performed on the first Cayman S model to make sure that the car doesn't have the IMS bearing problem? Are all the first cayman engines affected by this problem? Should an owner expect to replace the bearings at some point? How much does it cost to replcace the IMS bearings?
READ ANSWERShould I avoid buying a 2006 Cayman S whose DME report shows 1 ignition in rev range 3 that occurred 51.7 hours ago?
Tuesday 02/01/2022 | 2006 | Cayman S | Engine | 453 views
I'm looking to become a first-time Porsche owner. I have a 2006 Cayman S in my crosshairs. I love the color, love the options and the mileage is within my tolerance level (52,000 miles). However, this particular car is located outside my home state, which would require air travel if I wanted to touch/feel/drive the car in-person prior to purchase. The only concern I have is the DME report, which shows 1 ignition in rev range 3 that occurred 51.7 hours ago. Would anyone more familiar with ...
READ ANSWERfault engine control possible to drive on, what can this be?
Sunday 05/03/2020 | 2014 | Electronics | 450 views
Gentlemen, good evening! question i own a 2014 Porsche boxster base with 19,800 miles mostly driven on weekends. As I started the car yesterday my check engine light came on "Fault engine control possible to drive on" what can this be? can the car be driven? Thank you and looking forward to your responses.
READ ANSWERIMS Failure Probability
Monday 06/15/2015 | 2000 | Engine | 438 views
I recently purcahsed a 2000 Porsche 996 Carrera. The vehicle has 63,000 miles and has been garage kept for a great portion of its life. From the mileage we can tell it probably wasn't a daily driver. - Prior to purchasing the car, I had a professional Porsche mechanic perform a PPI and everything checked out OK. (Some minor issues, but nothing major.) We also preformed an engine oil test that was sent to a laboratory for inspection and the oil test came back with no (or very minimal) chemical ...
READ ANSWERIs bore scoring a real issue on 997.2 carrera or not
Wednesday 12/11/2019 | 2010 | Engine | 429 views
I have been seeing scary stories on bore scoring from Jake Raby on bore scoring. Is it an issue or not ? thanks Drew
READ ANSWERMy car is stored in my heated garage for the winter,tire cradles,extra lbs. of air in tires and fuel additive as well.Is starting every couple of weeks and warming to temperature giving me the same benefit as driving the car for 20 minutes or so?
Tuesday 11/09/2021 | 1996 | 911 Turbo | Engine | 387 views
READ ANSWERWhat is the difference in a short wheel base 912 vs. a long wheel base 912
Tuesday 05/03/2016 | 1968 | Other | 357 views
I recently purchased a 1968 912. In doing research on parts and restoration I see reference to SWB. What constitutes a SWB vs. a LWB car.
READ ANSWER718 False low coolant warning
Saturday 07/13/2019 | 2018 | Engine | 321 views
Had a "Refill coolant immediately" red warning message pop up the other day. Pulled over, checked the underside, nothing. Visually checked the coolant level per the manual, level was normal. Restarted the car, and the message was gone, water temp was normal as well. Drove the car several times since, then had it recur yesterday. Same as before. Have an appointment with the dealer for troubleshooting and repair. Have come across a Service Bulletin for this problem occurring on 718s built from ...
READ ANSWERWhat is a good battery tender for my 996 Turbo
Sunday 11/06/2022 | 2004 | 911 Turbo Cabriolet | Electrical | 312 views
I've been experiencing problems starting my car after two weeks of inactivity and I am interested in keeping a " battery trickle charger " hooked up to it and would like to know if that is a good idea and if it is what unit, (if it matters) should I get. Thank you.
READ ANSWERcost to replace brake pads and rotors
Thursday 11/04/2021 | 2009 | Boxster | Brakes | 309 views
READ ANSWERFault engine control.can be driven
Sunday 01/19/2020 | 2014 | Engine | 276 views
Today, had long time cranking before engine start. Was running rough. Got warning that says "fault engine control. Can be driven. Any suggestions? Fuel system? Ignition coils? thanks for any suggestions
READ ANSWERCar will not lock. 2 beep. 8004 terminal 50 code
Monday 10/07/2019 | 2007 | Electronics | 273 views
Recently purchased this Cayman S as my first Porsche. The car will not lock along with two horn beeps. Sometimes if I press the button on the remote quickly two times it will lock along with light flash and two beeps. The doors of the car will lock using the central locking button. The doors will not lock using the key in the door handle, lock will push back on the key. The windows roll down slightly and back up when door handles (inside and out) are opened and closed. The front trunk light t ...
READ ANSWERMuffler Installation
Thursday 04/01/2010 | Engine | 270 views
Model: Carrera 911, Year:1987, Mileage:122000, Type of use:Street use only1987 911 Carrera I recently acquired a B&B 1 in 1 out exhaust. My question is will I need muffler straps of equal length to in this unit on my car?
READ ANSWERAll power goes off when key is turned
Monday 11/08/2021 | 2002 | 911 Turbo | Electrical | 264 views
I went to start my turbo after sitting for a couple of months. I keep the car on a Porsche battery tender. I opened the door, the dash light went on but when I inserted and turned the ignition key, everything when dead. When I retughrned an hour later, power was back but again, when I turned the key, everything went dead. This time, while everything was dead, there was a clicking sound coming from around the passenger door. Any thoughts on what is the problem?thanks, Leo ...
READ ANSWERHow do I get dried wax left from the previous owner in the crevices? Thank you!!
Monday 11/07/2022 | 2008 | Cayman | Other | 261 views
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READ ANSWERHow can I acquire the code for the radio? I do not have the original code and service on the vehicle required the battery to be disconnected for a few days.
Monday 11/15/2021 | 2001 | Boxster | Electronics | 246 views
i tried entering a few default codes and now the radio displays the word “wait”.
READ ANSWERId like to add a rear view mirror camera . one that would continually project a rear image while driving, like the C8 corvette, GM Caddy
Wednesday 11/10/2021 | 2016 | Boxster S | Accessories | 246 views
READ ANSWERAfter running perfectly to do several errands the car was parked and turned off. Upon restarting after about 15 minutes, what could cause the engine to suddenly barely idle, then stall and won't start?
Tuesday 11/15/2022 | 2003 | Boxster | Engine | 240 views
The car had been running excellent while running a few errands during which I parked it to run into a store. About 15 minutes later, I restarted it and it would barely idle, would not rev and then stalled completely. It would not restart. Suspecting the mass air flow sensor (it had failed a couple years ago and would barely idle) I removed, cleaned (with mass air flow sensor cleaner) and re-installed the sensor. I attempted to restart the engine first with the sensor disconnected, no fire. I ...
READ ANSWER993 Ignition Immobilizer System Function
Monday 05/20/2002 | Electronics | 240 views
Vehicle Information: Year: 1997; Body Type: Convertible; Total Mileage: 37400; I recently purchased a 1997 911 cabriolet (previous Porsches included a 944 Turbo and 1994 C-2) and am totally bewildered by the ignition immobilizer system. The Owners manual treatment on its proper operation is woefully inadequate, and at times the car causes me to resemble Jack Nicholson in As Good As It Gets as I try to start it - circling around the car three times, being careful not to touch an ...
READ ANSWERThis is a follow-up to my previous question. I Have Owned My 1983 944 Since New. I Have Taken This Car To My Local Mechanic Who Has Worked On My Car Many Times. It Is Only Firing On 2 Cylinders. We Have Replaced The Distributor Cap As Well As The Spark Plug Wires But We Still Only Get Spark On 2 Cylinders. Have You Experienced This Problem Before And If So What Do You Suggest We Do Next To Solve This Problem? Thanks!
Thursday 11/10/2022 | 1983 | 944 | Electronics | 231 views
This is a follow-up to my question from September 2022. This question was published the Q&A in the last issue of Panorama.I have searched the Q&A section for this solution in PCA.org and I found no topics that mention the Speed Sensors nor the Reference Sensors so I thought I would let you know what worked for me. My solution to this problem was removing the 40 year old Speed Sensor and the Reference Sensor and replacing both with new ones I bought from Pelican Parts. This re ...
READ ANSWER2016 Macan S has oil leak. Is this a common issue?
Monday 02/11/2019 | 2016 | Engine | 222 views
Are oil leaks common on a 2016 Porsche Macan? Findings a drop or 2 of oil on the garage floor
READ ANSWERWhy does my 944 vibrate and become rough above 4000 rpm?
Sunday 10/30/2022 | 1984 | 944 | Engine | 216 views
The car recently underwent extensive maintenance, including timing belt, water pump, engine reseal, lambda sensor replacement, and new Koni yellow shocks front and rear. When it came back from the shop it had a new issue of vibrating noticeably above 4000 rpm. The shop believes this is because the motor mounts have perished and were torqued down following the engine work, so the harshness of the motor is being transmitted to the chassis and gear lever. Since the 944 has a balance shaft I'm cu ...
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