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I tested my cam deviation numbers on my 02 S using my Durametric.
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Run around 4

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I tested last year and I was running around 4 for both.
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I tested last year and I was running around 4 for both.
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Run around 4

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I tested last year and I was running around 4 for both.
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Use durametric

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I tested my cam deviation numbers on my 02 S using my Durametric.
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I tested last year and I was running around 4 for both.
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I tested my cam deviation numbers on my 02 S using my Durametric.
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Test last year and i was

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I tested last year and I was running around 4 for both.
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Use durametric

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POST 1 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

I tested my cam deviation numbers on my 02 S using my Durametric. Bank 1 was like 7.8 and bank 2 4.3. I tested last year and I was running around 4 for both. Since then I’ve added 1500 miles so I’m a bit surprised it can swing that much. My oil filter that I did about 800 miles ago was spotless as they have all been since I’ve owned (2years). Is there anything else I should consider before I take to the shop? 4-5k will be a tough pill to swallow so I’m keeping figures crossed. Info on car: 68k Annual porsche Service up until I bought. All last 5k miles. IMs/clutch Plugs/coils Suggestions? Thanks.

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Was one of the measures taken when engine was not properly hot, driven approx 20min? If the engine is not properly hot, the camdeviation seems to show (at least on my M96) way off compared to measures from properly hot engine.

POST 3 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

Thanks for responding. Yes, I tried multiple times, one after a 1/2 hour drive. I guess I’m calling the indie.

POST 4 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

Spoke to mechanic (porsche gold tech). His response was no light, don’t worry about it. He would drive if his car. I guess I’ll just monitor, enjoy and start putting money aside and hope I can go another 10k (5 years).

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