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Disconnect "orange connection" in the motor box

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I have since disconnected the "orange connection" in the motor box to keep it singing.

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Run 235/35 front and 305/30 rears

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Will I run into any issues running 235/35 front and 305/30 rears on a 19" rim?

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Run flawlessly

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The car ran flawlessly.

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Run into any issues

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Will I run into any issues running 235/35 front and 305/30 rears on a 19" rim?

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best place

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I figured with all the C4S owners in this thread, this is probably the best place to get an answer to this question.

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Disconnect "orange connection" in the motor box

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I have since disconnected the "orange connection" in the motor box to keep it singing.

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Recommend blue star memorial hwy versus three flags hwy

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Can anyone recommend Blue Star Memorial Hwy versus Three Flags Hwy?

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Replace made it exciting

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I did the same but went from GA to IL, decent bit of twisties and elevation changes made it exciting.

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Run 235/35 front and 305/30 rears

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Will I run into any issues running 235/35 front and 305/30 rears on a 19" rim?

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Run 4 winters were 225/40/18 and 295/35/18

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the Perilli that i ran for 4 Winters were 225/40/18 and 295/35/18 but i noticed at high speed (130kmph+) the PSM Light would kick in due to the Size Diffrence.

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The car ran flawlessly.

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Run front and rear

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please tell me the sizes you are running front and rear

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Run into any issues

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Will I run into any issues running 235/35 front and 305/30 rears on a 19" rim?

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Use "perilli 240 snowsport" the past 4 winters

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Got new set this Winter "Falken EuroWinter" was using "Perilli 240 SnowSport" the past 4 winters

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Use jeep

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I'm on the slopes at least 3X a week but use a jeep for that...what winter tires do you use?

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I figured with all the C4S owners in this thread, this is probably the best place to get an answer to this question.

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POST 1 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

love the ski rack Zookie !!!

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Quote: thanks, it really helps, since i try to hit the slopes Twice a Week... but it kills my Gas Milage

POST 3 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

I'm on the slopes at least 3X a week but use a jeep for that...what winter tires do you use?

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Quote: Got new set this Winter "Falken EuroWinter" was using "Perilli 240 SnowSport" the past 4 winters

POST 5 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

please tell me the sizes you are running front and rear

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Quote: the Perilli that i ran for 4 Winters were 225/40/18 and 295/35/18 but i noticed at high speed (130kmph+) the PSM Light would kick in due to the Size Diffrence. so i went with Falkens 225/40/18 & 265/35/18 this time around and so far no issues.

POST 7 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

out for a cruise in the neighborhood

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Quote: WOW look at teh Back Drop!!! just like BC

POST 9Original post

Traded in my silver tip for a black 6 speed! It was quite the road trip from Seattle to SLC and back.

POST 11Original post

When will these tires become certified through Porsche and available? Can anyone find out?

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Quote: why not ask Tire Rack? they are Sponser here...

POST 13Original post

I did contact Tire Rack to no avail. They don't have information on when Porsche will certify (N)the tire for the 996 C4S, et. al. I would love to get a set of these for the summer. Any information from anyone else?

POST 14 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

repost but these cars are amazing in the mountains !!! http://www.vpike.com?e=40.418122,-111.607157:5

POST 15Original post

What was supposed to happen when I clicked that link? I got a google map image of a mountain road. Was that all it was?

POST 16Original post

I'm not sure why, but I don't appear to have posted a pic in this thread. Here's the one I use in my avatar - the C4S sitting on my street when we still lived in Indiana.

POST 17 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

do you see a car on the road?

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Quote: I do now! The first time I clicked the link, the image with the car didn't appear.

POST 19 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

cool...you can navigate up or down the road, etc...my son was driving and making me nauseous when the google earth car went by...a great cruise by sundance resort

POST 20Original post

Deposit has been put down on a 2004 C4S Cab. Will post after I get her home. Very excited!

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Grats! That's great news!!! Quote:

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Wow! Just went through the whole thread and only one C4S Cabrio! Are they rare? I just sold my C2 Cab to get this car but never looked at production numbers. Guess I will have to look that one up. Ok, I can't resist telling you guys about this trip we have planned to get our C4S. We fly out of Seattle on Monday to Phoenix. Pick up our 2004 Seal Gray C4S from Porsche North Scottsdale. Since I don't know how to post a picture into the post, the car is in my signature. First time working with these guys in Scottsdale. Anyone else ever work with them? Below is our anticipated route. Please feel free to give any suggestions on great roads to drive or places to drive through or even places to eat and stay. However, we only have 6 days. After delivery it is off to Vegas headed out the US-93 towards Kingman. After Vegas we head to The Ahwahnee Lodge at Yosemite. Can anyone recommend Blue Star Memorial Hwy versus Three Flags Hwy? From Yosemite we head West to San Leandro and then North to Calistoga. A referral for lodging here would be appreciated. Tried the Chanric Inn but it was booked. Then it is up to Gold Beach Oregon following the 101 Hwy. We continue up the 101 and cut over through McMinnville (wine country) to get to Portland. Home bound up the I5. The highlight for me truly is the C4S as it is a childhood dream come true. But I am just as excited to take my wife to The Ahwahnee Lodge. It will be a dream come true for her. Can't wait!!!!! Thanks for indulging me. It's after 1am and I can't sleep

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Quote: hahaha it's great you're that excited! you'll love the cab! As the only other C4S cab on this thread (presumable), welcome Let us know how the trip went, good luck. Cheers, Sid.

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Hey guys just wanted to give ya a heads-up! If you're like me and have been looking FOREVER to find some led taillights which fit a 996 C4S check out the following links... https://www.6speedonline.com/forums/...ml#post3183811 https://www.6speedonline.com/forums/...ml#post3183820

POST 25Original post

Well we made it home safely! An amazing trip! Let me start with the car. I have had a 993 and 996 previously but neither were AWD. What a completely different experience! Diving into the corners has taken on all new meaning The car ran flawlessly. The sport exhaust plays the best note. I have since disconnected the "orange connection" in the motor box to keep it singing. The rims received a few small chips. The fact that they extend outside the lip doesn't help. A little bummed about that but oh well. I wouldn't trade it for the drive time. Porsche North Scottsdale lived up to expectations and then some. They had a driver meet us at the airport. The car was as promised. They quickly switched out the marker lights for me before leaving. New key chains were handed out for each key. And I picked up a sweet 918 Polo along with some old posters to frame and put up in the garage. My wonderful wife stood back and just laughed at me. A kid in a candy store. We hit very few interstates the whole drive. We took back roads as much as possible. Some of the highlights were watching the sunrise while barreling out of Vegas, crossing the Sierra Nevadas, Lake Tahoe, Yosemite, San Francisco, Sonoma and Napa Valleys and Mt. Shasta. We had tons of sunshine and the top down most of the trip. We put nearly 2300 miles on the car. One day we just kept driving because we were having so much fun! 13.5 hours later we called it for the day Here are a few photos.

POST 26Original post

Nice car and congrats. IMO, fly in/drive back purchases are the only way to buy these cars. I did the same but went from GA to IL, decent bit of twisties and elevation changes made it exciting. I can't wait in a few years where I'm hoping to buy a new BMW M Euro delivery and drive the Nurburgring. Practicing on GT5 in preparation.

POST 27 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

congrats !!! love the picture in front of the andretti garage have been inside that !

POST 28Original post

That's a great looking C4S, Congrats Mollypro!

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I figured with all the C4S owners in this thread, this is probably the best place to get an answer to this question. Will I run into any issues running 235/35 front and 305/30 rears on a 19" rim? Does the side wall have to be 25? There are more tire options for the 305/30 then 315/25. Will the rolling diameter cause issues with 305/30 on the rear with all-wheel drive? Thanks and this is by far the best picture thread.

POST 30Original post

You will be fine as long it is not lowered to the very lowest. With stock suspension you are going to be fine.

POST 31Original post

I guess this is a fitting thread for my first post. Picked up a 2003 C4S in Houston last week and haven't stopped smiling since https://picasaweb.google.com/1115735...eat=directlink

POST 32Original post

looking good. I don't see the Sport Techno rims too often on the 4S.

POST 33Original post

Outstanding. the wheels are interesting and look good. you might want to think about switching the side markers to clear. Hope you enjoy yours as much as I've enjoyed mine. The car is a daily driver for me, and it's always a kick. And there's a twin turbo set-up on this thread by "boochook" you might also enjoy thinking about. Cheers,

POST 34Original post

if I had my original side markers I would put them back on...

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Quote: I still have mine if you want them.

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A Shot From Last Weeks Weekly Rennlist Canada Meet in Toronto, Canada

POST 37Original post

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Quote: now I'm going to have a look in my box in the attic... did we all change them back in the day cause the euro cars had the clear and us cars were 'orange' ?

POST 38Original post

I really like your wheels. I think Im sold on getting my wheels painted since new wheels are out of the question with a house in escrow and our 2 year old baby. Thank you for sharing your pictures.

POST 39Original post

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Quote: I actually wondered about this some time ago. It seemed to be a fad to change to the clear look several years ago. I just liked the clear look on the silver or grey cars. Personal preference thing I guess. Cheers....

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Quote: I changed mine because it simply just looks better.

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my salesman changed mine at delivery time...his idea

POST 43Original post

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Quote: Mine too but I wanted them. My orange ones are right here if you want them.

POST 44Original post

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Quote: thanks Mullypro ...I need to look for mine asap...then make a big decision

POST 45Original post

Funny if you look in Japanese magazines as they try to do the opposite over there since a lot of cars come with clear lenses, they try to get the orange lenses instead.

POST 46Original post

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Quote: "Domestic" Spec... Back home in Middle East (Kuwait) you can get both Euro or US Spec cars... you have to Specify when Ordering.

POST 47Original post

Track Set-Up. Factory WB GT3 Wheels Wrapped in Toyo R888's Sorry for the Crappy pix, dint think it would turn out like that after Zooming in with a Iphone 4...

POST 48 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

nice angles on the pics romys996 !!! what year? hey zookie...that car looks so good...the stance and the roll bar !!!

POST 50Original post

Here are few picks of my 2003 C4S. New to the forum gig. Hope to interact with some like minded Porsche enthusiast!

POST 51Original post

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Quote: Thanks man!!! i just got back from a Full Day @ Mosport International Raceway (Local Track). Will Post pictures from Today once i have some!

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Quote: 3rd picture is on the blue ridge heading south looking west?

POST 53Original post

Good call! My daughter and I were taking a break off the Blue Ridge Skyline Hwy.

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Quote: Quote: Welcome guys! Congratulations on your new rides. Cheers! Sid.

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Very nice! Congrats and enjoy. As for mods....it is a slippery slope. I vote KW's, 200 cell cats, exhaust, adj sways, ECU flash, GT3 console delete....................... Quote:

POST 56 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

definitely gt3 console delete...if you want to drive the car properly

POST 57Original post

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+1. your right shin will thank you forever!!!! JB Quote:

POST 58Original post

Pulling the console is a more classic air-cooled look for sure, but, damn, I must be getting old as I like my little cubby.

POST 59Original post

Ps: back to Memphis in about a week. May need to cross over and head up the Blue Ridge. Nice pic...

POST 62Original post

Don't add a spoiler. Leave the air dynamics as is. Improving the suspension, air intake and plenum would be a worthy addition. The C4S is a unique body style. Keep it the way it was engineered to be.

POST 63Original post

some more from yesterday... DSC_0344.jpg?1307397457 DSC_0345.jpg?1307397488 DSC_0346.jpg?1307397508

POST 64Original post

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Quote: Is this going to be a new trend on how pcar owners carry around a full size spare?

POST 65Original post

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Quote: lol only way to Ride, 19's on teh Car 18's on the Roof Actully it was a VW/Audi Season Opener Show here in Toronto, Canada... Had to look the Part some more from Sunday :P More shots from that Day, some nice Dubs!!! http://www.flickr.com/photos/1576791...th/5802768309/

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POST 71Original post

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Quote: WOW!! THAT LOOKS ****ING SICK!!!!

POST 72Original post

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Quote: Like the front lip...where from?

POST 73Original post

Zookee: It's about time somebody makes full utilization of their Porsche. The roof rack system is impressive. It reminds of a Porsche carrying bicycles on the roof rack. I'm going to do the same. Thanks for the photos. I'm highly impressed with the looks of your C4S, which remains to be one of the most unique Porsches out there.

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Quote: Thank you, i Try. She is my DD. I have been driving her everyday relardless of weather for the past 5+ years since i got her at 42km from Porsche Dealer. Last night on my way back from Montreal F1 GP i hit 136km...

POST 75Original post

Got the P. detailed... so finally did some new pics. Other pics didn't have the lettering on the trunk, it looked kind a odd Cheers! Sid.

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