POST 1 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post
Received my �new to me� 2001 996 today�my first Porsche. Tried manually operating the spoiler, heard a cracking sound, spoiler stopped moving and is stuck one side up, the other down�see photo. Any suggestions?
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YOUR RESEARCH996-?day1? spoiler is crooked
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I�m sure I�ll get it resolved.
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POST 2Original post
that''s no way to start your day. Just better open it up. maybe one of the Wizards here will have some recommendations. I'm not much help. I have a taco. I'm sure someone can help you.
POST 3Original post
Ouch! Clearly, the left (drivers side) actuator has failed - the question is why? My first move would be to pop the engine lid. Can you see the actuator with the lid open? If not, pop those plastic rivets that hold the plastic "bellows" to the spoiler - that should expose the inner workings (actuators and the points they connect to). Once you've got eyes on the insides, you should be able to figure out what's going on. Good Luck
POST 4Original post
uh oh... I would try a gentle hand to either lower or raise the spoiler. Of course it will take two people, one to operate the manual switch and one to gently either push down or pull up. Open the engine lid to expose two operating cylinders. Look at them closely. You will see some holes in the cylinders. Shoot a liberal quantity of WD-40 or silicone spray in the holes and all over the lift cylinders. Hopefully it is just frozen from lack of use. Worse case is the center motor mechanism and plastic gear drive cracked. Good luck.
POST 5Original post
Was there a PPI done before taking possession? Just curious.
POST 6Original post
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Do a search: porsche 996 spoiler crooked + 6speed/rennlist/renntech I did and quickly found a few hits, videos etc. In mean time get a helper like suggested a carefully get it down. Curious? Is it a sign or bore scoring, AOS failure, In need of IMSS or looking to get your post count up? These irrelevant comments to OP's questions is why rennlist has 'jumped the shark'😴
POST 7 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post
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:-) I�ve gotten very good responses. I�ll take a look when I get home and will update everyone.
POST 8 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post
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well, yes and no. The seller offered a �free� PPI of which I have a copy. I asked the seller to tell me anything and everything he�s aware of wrong with the car�no mention of this. I purchased the car on eBay.
POST 9 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post
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thanks so much, I�ll keep you posted later this week.
POST 10Original post
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It's one of those things that can just happen. It's an old car and it might be a good idea to go over it with a fine toothed comb. These aren't like old VW's though. Lets see (the Bug) it!
POST 11Original post
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His question was answered so STFU and go away if you don't like it! I was curious if it had been tested and in good working order, Richard!
POST 12Original post
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then what?
POST 13 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post
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I don�t understand the purpose of this message?
POST 14Original post
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You�re telling the guy who provided a detailed answer to STFU and go away while you don�t add any value to the conversation? Seriously, just stop.
POST 15Original post
Hopefully it won't be too expensive to fix. A few years from now, you can look back and chuckle about this crooked spoiler
POST 16 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post
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I�m the original poster. I asked the question, seeking help for my spoiler. I never told anyone to shut up. Anyhow. I�ve revived valuable feedback from several people. It�s all good. Have a good one.
POST 17Original post
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Classicbug, my comment was for 808Bill in regards to his remarks towards 85eurocarrera. Hope you get the issue resolved! If you do, I hope you don't mind sharing what the resolution is.
POST 18 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post
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Sweet Victory, thanks. I�ll definitely provide an update. I�m sure I�ll get it resolved.
POST 19Original post
NASCAR option? Like cranking in some wedge.
POST 20 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post
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sprayed it with silicon lubricant. Problem still persists. Seems as if it�s binding physically. See attached video. When I put the spoiler in the up position, the passenger side actuator doesn�t appear to lock into place.
POST 21Original post
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If I'm not mistaken, there is only one motor for the deck lid spoiler. You probably need to replace one of the lift arms. The internal grease has probably dried up and the plastic gears are broken. I'd buy a used one on ebay or something. Maybe Porsche sell the individual parts. Good luck!
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