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But she does already have new radiator fans and I cleaned the rads and condensers in the Fall.
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I've just trailered my car (across Canada) and used a company called U ship to find a carrier.
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I wish I could but changing jobs and moving to a new state requires me to put funds elsewhere.
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I always use some lumbar to put under the ramps then some longer pieces on top to make it not as steep.
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Well I got my dream job and we are moving to the ATL area. I'm looking at hauling my 911 behind a 26' Penske truck. Has anyone here ever done something similar? I'm not sure if the 911 will make it up the ramps. Penske states that the ramp angle is 13.75 degrees.
Hey congratulations on the dream job! My dad was a BA pilot, I always thought it was pretty awesome.
I brought my 996 home on a u-Haul trailer last weekend. If there's a natural slope, maybe a driveway or somesuch, that can help mitigate the slope of the ramps. Otherwise be prepared with wood blocks to put under the wheels at various points - I definitely needed them.
I also had to "modify" the front of the trailer with a bfh to get the front bumper to clear it. Ymmv though - my car is a little lower than stock. Maybe ask Penske if they have a specific trailer that will work with the 996?
A. How dare you leave N TX? Delta - pfft, I'd rather drop fish from a Maule in Canada/AK - eh.
B. It should go up the ramps ok, but if you have any close fit on the front bumper, leave it attached to the truck, put the tongue jack down, and lift the nose of the trailer. Or, if you can back it up to the driveway slope, you can reduce the angle a lot.
C. Come on out on Sat to the bkfst so we can say so long.
Delta, that sucks you have to sit up there and push buttons. All those meat sacks, crying kids, century old stews, Scarebus, yuch.
Yessir I'll definitely miss the 928 group. I'm planning on attending on Saturday as a last hurrah, but as usual, I'm on call for my current job so I'm still unsure if I'll actually be able to make it out.
No Scarebus for me if I have a choice. I want the 717.
Some 2x10x5' work really well underneath the ramps to essentially extend them out. Also, if you back onto the trailer you won't have to pull as far forward to balance it out.
Wecome to A T L A N T A, G E O R G I A!!!!
To be initiated into the ATL family, you must travel over to the downtown Varsity and eat (no less than) two chili dogs, side of onion rings, and frosted orange!
Everyone has their own level of accepted risk. On a trailer, I'd be concerned about stuff flying up from the tow vehicle and nicking/chipping the front of the 996. Even if you duct tape the heck out of blankets to protect the front of the car, things come loose, etc, and start flapping in the breeze, which causes more to come loose, etc.
I just checked one site, but DFW to ATL is about $550 from the "name" auto transporters. I'd be very tempted to ship it that way than to risk hail/theft/rocks/etc. It's one thing to trailer from DFW to Houston, but all the way to Atlanta? Hmmmm..... And, yes, I know folks do it (trailer) all the time with no probs whatsoever.
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Put the center rad in at the same time. You will like it. Cold AC all the time, and no overheat ever. Since the cooling system will be open already, this is a good time. Also, have both rads/condensers cleaned well.
Welcome to Peachstate PCA!
We have a few Delta Pilots that are part of the autocross group. One, Rich Armstrong, is co-chairing this year. Next event is next Sunday and then 7/17.
I wish I could but changing jobs and moving to a new state requires me to put funds elsewhere. But she does already have new radiator fans and I cleaned the rads and condensers in the Fall. This water pump replacement is proactive as I don't know the age of the current pump and I figure a $45 low temp thermostat is a worthwhile addition too.
Btw, I won't be able to attend tomorrow. I got called out for a trip and am stuck in AMA till tomorrow afternoon. Send my greetings to everyone. I'm bummed that I won't be able to attend one last event with the group.
Thanks for the welcome. It might take a few months before I'm able to attend any events as I'll be getting settled with our new home and the new job, but I'm looking forward to meeting everyone!
I've just trailered my car (across Canada) and used a company called U ship to find a carrier. They cover USA too. I saved a few Dollars going with them and my car arrived in one piece. Its seems to be a central bidding hub for hauliers.
If you want quotes look here:
UShip Car Quote
I had two bad experiences shipping cars with auction shipping companies. One tore my oil pan and other lines off the bottom of the car. Another dumped fuel all over an enclosed trailer which made my car smell like fuel for several days.
If you are going to ship a pristine car, I would go with a more reputable non auction company. If it is a DD, then the cost might be worth it.
Auction shipping cost me 500 open trailer or 800 enclosed trailer for half way across the country.
Didn't like my first experience shipping so just picking this one up myself. I won't save any money but at least I can control the timing and process. Plus it will be nice to meet the PO in person this time.
I use Exotic Car Transport and they charge me about $.80 a mile. I am here and Marietta and we welcome you to Atlanta. Make sure you make it up to the Big Chicken and grab some lunch!
I won't be far from you. We are moving to Roswell.
As an update, I've decided to go ahead and drive the 911 to Georgia instead of pulling her behind the moving truck. I think that will work out better and won't require me to drive the moving truck quite so slow when we take it from TX to GA. Though the moving truck will still be pretty slow...
Thanks for the input everyone. There were a lot of great ideas posted here for loading and unloading.
Well the 911 and I successfully made the 800 mile trip in 12 hours 20 minutes with 3 gas stops. I averaged 26.5 mpg for the entire trip, which is amazing to me. I've never gotten better than 19 mpg or so with mixed city and highway driving.
I had a new Pierburg composite-impeller water pump and Wahler 160 degree thermostat installed just the other day and this was the coolest I've ever seen her run in terms of water temps. At the start of the trip, I drove for close to 20 minutes at 70mph before the coolant temp gauge passed the 180 degree mark. Obviously this was due to the new thermostat opening fully at 160 F instead of waiting till 180 F. The needle sat on the right edge of the number 8 pretty much the entire trip while doing 74-75mph with ambient temps generally between 84 and 90 F.
The outside temp went up to 94 F a few times and the coolant temp increased to right in-between the 8 and 0 numbers. At one point I encountered some rain and the ambient temps cooled to about 74 F and the coolant temp dropped below the 180 degree mark while I was still doing 75mph. I've never seen it do that before!
Btw, the Scotch painters tape worked like a charm. It endured the entire trip without flying off, even during the heavy rain. It peeled right off last night and the front was nice and clean. It was worth the 45 minutes it took to apply.
Welcome to the ATL! I think there are enough 996 guys to start having some get togethers! Shop in Alpharetta called Garage 928 usually has something every month or so and all P-Cars welcome!
Very cool. Roger from 928sRUs lives near me in DFW and I've frequented their 928 events over the past year. He mentioned to me the other day that there was a good group of 928 folks to hang with in the North ATL area.
Shoot me a PM when your settled and will see about putting something together. I'll be the one with both of the Porsche step children having the 996 and 2 928s
Quick belated congrats on the job from this 1986-hire! It IS a dream job! (I'm out on a medical for vertigo now; most pax are grateful I grounded myself with its onset. LOL) Also glad your Porsche move went well. Best wishes thru training & afterwards, flying the line is where it's at! You'll love it; I do/did!
Thanks! Aircraft selection was this week and I'm headed to the Mad Dog and will be based in ATL from the get-go. Looking forward to flying that old girl.
Best of luck to you. Hope you can get back on the line soon!
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