Running in. US vs Europe
02-27-2015, 01:06 AM
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Running in. US vs Europe
Sorry for another question about breaking in the engine but can someone explain why in Europe, Porsche doesn't give any specific RPM limit numbers when it comes to driving for the first 3000km?
The user manual only says:
During the first 3,000 km (1,865 miles) you should:
-Preferably take longer trips.
-Avoid frequent cold starts with short-distance driving whenever possible.
-Not participate in motor racing events, sports driving schools or similar events.
-Avoid high engine speeds, especially when the engine is cold.
No numbers whatsoever. I am not asking how to break in the car as there are as many opinions as forum members. Just curious why Porsche didn't offer same procedure for owners in Europe (or maybe even other markets)?
The user manual only says:
During the first 3,000 km (1,865 miles) you should:
-Preferably take longer trips.
-Avoid frequent cold starts with short-distance driving whenever possible.
-Not participate in motor racing events, sports driving schools or similar events.
-Avoid high engine speeds, especially when the engine is cold.
No numbers whatsoever. I am not asking how to break in the car as there are as many opinions as forum members. Just curious why Porsche didn't offer same procedure for owners in Europe (or maybe even other markets)?
02-27-2015, 06:29 AM
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Sorry for another question about breaking in the engine but can someone explain why in Europe, Porsche doesn't give any specific RPM limit numbers when it comes to driving for the first 3000km?
The user manual only says:
During the first 3,000 km (1,865 miles) you should:
-Preferably take longer trips.
-Avoid frequent cold starts with short-distance driving whenever possible.
-Not participate in motor racing events, sports driving schools or similar events.
-Avoid high engine speeds, especially when the engine is cold.
No numbers whatsoever. I am not asking how to break in the car as there are as many opinions as forum members. Just curious why Porsche didn't offer same procedure for owners in Europe (or maybe even other markets)?
The user manual only says:
During the first 3,000 km (1,865 miles) you should:
-Preferably take longer trips.
-Avoid frequent cold starts with short-distance driving whenever possible.
-Not participate in motor racing events, sports driving schools or similar events.
-Avoid high engine speeds, especially when the engine is cold.
No numbers whatsoever. I am not asking how to break in the car as there are as many opinions as forum members. Just curious why Porsche didn't offer same procedure for owners in Europe (or maybe even other markets)?
Only in America would someone get into their GT3 in 20 below cold start it, red line it, blow the motor and then sue PCNA.
02-27-2015, 06:51 AM
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It is because there are more idiot drivers in the US and they want those to get more comfortable with a faster/sportier car before they just hop in and put it in to the railing.
02-27-2015, 10:20 AM
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As has been said, the US is a litigious society in comparison to Europe.
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02-27-2015, 10:59 AM
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I agree with everything posted about US lawyers. The biggest difference is the quality of fuel. Lowest grade in Europe for a GT3 is 98. But I doubt that has anything to do with brake in?
02-27-2015, 11:25 AM
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European fuel octane ratings are measured differently. 98 is equivalent to US "premium" or 93 Octane. Europe's standard 95 octane is equivalent to 91.