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Use design 911 in the uk

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I've used Design 911 in the UK for my spare parts, they take a week to get here and the pricing is cheaper than buying locally in Australia.
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I'm wanting to change the water pump & Serpentine belt in my 997.1 - 3.6 - is there an acceptable alternative to the Porsche OEM or would you only suggest using factory.
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Use porsche coolant pump if you value quality and longevity

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Don't go alternative (ie cheaper) pumps - use the Porsche coolant pump if you value quality and longevity.....
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Use design 911 in the uk

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I've used Design 911 in the UK for my spare parts, they take a week to get here and the pricing is cheaper than buying locally in Australia.
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I'm wanting to change the water pump & Serpentine belt in my 997.1 - 3.6 - is there an acceptable alternative to the Porsche OEM or would you only suggest using factory.
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Use porsche coolant pump if you value quality and longevity

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Don't go alternative (ie cheaper) pumps - use the Porsche coolant pump if you value quality and longevity.....
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POST 1 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

Hey Guys, I'm wanting to change the water pump & Serpentine belt in my 997.1 - 3.6 - is there an acceptable alternative to the Porsche OEM or would you only suggest using factory. If there is an alternative, where would you purchase from? I appreciate your advice. DE

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I've used Design 911 in the UK for my spare parts, they take a week to get here and the pricing is cheaper than buying locally in Australia. BUT Don't go alternative (ie cheaper) pumps - use the Porsche coolant pump if you value quality and longevity.....

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Master Parts Sydney do 997 service parts .........I would stick with OEM belt http://www.masterparts.com.au/p/5674533/belt-6k2115-996-102-151-66.html

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Thanks guys - is that belt you linked to OEM?

POST 5 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

Thanks I got genuine Porsche bits (at trade) from the dealer so just over $600 - water pump, gasket & belt. cheers de

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