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YOUR RESEARCH1st post, 1st 996
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Clean bill of health, drive it
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Once you know it has a clean bill of health, drive it!
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Inspect the cab top for any signs of pin holes/leaks.
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I would highly recommend syncing up with you local PCA chapter as they will have valuable information.
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Regarding the (X)MS issues I've decided to move ahead and make the 996 purchase and then try to make some informed decisions about what to do to mitigate repair costs.
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Suggestion · Original poster
Regarding the (X)MS issues I've decided to move ahead and make the 996 purchase and then try to make some informed decisions about what to do to mitigate repair costs.
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Just purchased a 2003 996 cab and waiting for delivery. Thanks for all the informative posts and information, this forum is great. Couple of questions if you wouldn't mind helping me out:
Looking for a good independent shop in the southeastern/Greater Detroit area, Ann Arbor area. Regarding the (X)MS issues I've decided to move ahead and make the 996 purchase and then try to make some informed decisions about what to do to mitigate repair costs. It's a low mileage unit and I understand one school of thought is they are more prone, but the car was so pristine I could not pass it up. I seems like starting with an immediate oil change and examination of the filter or pan would be wise, before doing anything, but how do I evaluate the level of metal, if any present? Any suggestions?
The future pride and joy is a 2003, Silver on Metropol Blue Cab, six speed, with 21,000 on the clock. Can't wait to enjoy!!
welcome Last mango! car looks great. yes, those are the ones that are hard to pass on.
Inspect the cab top for any signs of pin holes/leaks.
with those low miles, if original, carfax ( or Autocheck), should show quite clean.
definitely do some reading on the IMS bearing, the L &N retrofit bearing. Also the RMS seal that can be updated with the 997 version.
Do some investigating underneath the car; if you can get it on a lift, even better. look for leaks cracked /dry rotted hoses.
Maintenance history is also good to know. for piece of mind, changing all the fluids (brake, transmission, oil) filters ( fuel, air cleaner, cabin, oil, ).
condition of brakes ( pads, rotors).
alignment, make sure tires sizes are correct,
the rest, well, you drive it and see how it feels.
Just sent you a PM frank... thanks again.... Its FINALLY on its way. It made it into a box then my truck.. But then took a few days to get to the PO... Sorry.
if you want to monitor metal, water, fuel.... etc, in oil.... start with a baseline oil analysis. May give you an idea the health of your engine. Welcome aboard!
http://www.blackstone-labs.com/free-test-kits.php
wow, nice welcome guys! Especially since most of us are supposed to be working right now. Car will be here Monday and I have a dealer friend who is going to give it a good look over for starters. Great advice on getting it up on a hoist, will do.
Nobody located around Metro Detroit for an indy shop recommendation?
No, not been to Paris I'm just a dedicated Parrothead!
Mango...welcome to the ZOO
I would highly recommend syncing up with you local PCA chapter as they will have valuable information. They can provide guidance on local independent shops around your area. In addition, you will meet people with the same interest that you have....your Pcar.
As far as work and Rennlist goes...you too will soon be on during work hours.
Also watch out for a guy named TIM who used to drive a Honda.
Welcome... I suspect it will be a long weekend waiting for the new ride.
One key to keeping a Porsche happy is to drive it hard, push the redline. These cars suffer from cowardly driving. Once you know it has a clean bill of health, drive it!
Welcome! Great looking car, I'm sure you will get plenty of enjoyment from this. I was just in Detroit on Tuesday for work! You have a great reference tool here on the site. Good luck with your search for an indy.
Are you plannin on driving it in the winter or putting in storage?
And i'm surprised no one mentioned the 'pumpkins"
Welcome And congratulations on your purchase.
I live in Ann Arbor and have same car in triple black. I've gone to Howard Cooper who does a good job. You can also try Rennstatt which I've heard good things about.
http://www.rennstatt.com/
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Hope to see you around town.
I didn't plan to drive it during the winter except to take it out on a dry day occasionally. Opinions on that welcome! Thanks, heidorn, I may see you around. I actually live near Brighton and am in A2 regularly as I'm sending alot of checks to UM right now. I'll check out Rennstatt for sure!
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