Emergency List - For picking up new car
02-26-2002, 02:52 AM
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Mike,
You have the phone, a tool kit and limited diagnostic skills.
HMmmm.
Read the Archives on things that CAN stop you on the road.
Grounds, coils, the odd relay, If you lose lights pull over for the night - 5-6 days right?-.
Don't wash her before the trip, wait till you get home. No sense tempting the fates...Fuel pump, and of course have that clutch squared away before you start. If the air compressor is missing get two(2) cans of LARGE flat fix.
The spare relays and fuses are a nice idea but an owners manual with the what goes where pictures should be in the car. Are there locking lugs on the car? Got a key that fits them? Spare door/ignition key? Be prepared for the 'magic heater syndrom', you can actually minimize the wind blast by playing with the windows and sunroof - should the need arise -.
Give the plug wire boots and coil lead a little push ...you never know. Be prepared for some elbow balancing - I use a rolled pair of socks, preferably clean - on the arm rest. And leg folding ...to balance the wrist. These critters handle great ...even with two fingers.
Other than that, some cash, the plastic, a good book, something in a bottle to mellow you out when you stop for the day, your trusty 12 gauge shorty, pump, or a large capacity 9mm which will fit nicely in the map pockets.
Bought my 82' auto,in San Diego...arrived in Midland, Texas 21 hours later including the change 'BACK' to Central from Pacific time.
Enjoy the Mountains where ever you find them!
Oh yeah, a bottle of octane booster and one of injector cleaner. Read the posts on "won't start when hot.
Have fun.
John S. 82', Auto., 'Pattycakes' <img src="graemlins/bigok.gif" border="0" alt="[thumbsup]" />
You have the phone, a tool kit and limited diagnostic skills.
HMmmm.
Read the Archives on things that CAN stop you on the road.
Grounds, coils, the odd relay, If you lose lights pull over for the night - 5-6 days right?-.
Don't wash her before the trip, wait till you get home. No sense tempting the fates...Fuel pump, and of course have that clutch squared away before you start. If the air compressor is missing get two(2) cans of LARGE flat fix.
The spare relays and fuses are a nice idea but an owners manual with the what goes where pictures should be in the car. Are there locking lugs on the car? Got a key that fits them? Spare door/ignition key? Be prepared for the 'magic heater syndrom', you can actually minimize the wind blast by playing with the windows and sunroof - should the need arise -.
Give the plug wire boots and coil lead a little push ...you never know. Be prepared for some elbow balancing - I use a rolled pair of socks, preferably clean - on the arm rest. And leg folding ...to balance the wrist. These critters handle great ...even with two fingers.
Other than that, some cash, the plastic, a good book, something in a bottle to mellow you out when you stop for the day, your trusty 12 gauge shorty, pump, or a large capacity 9mm which will fit nicely in the map pockets.
Bought my 82' auto,in San Diego...arrived in Midland, Texas 21 hours later including the change 'BACK' to Central from Pacific time.
Enjoy the Mountains where ever you find them!
Oh yeah, a bottle of octane booster and one of injector cleaner. Read the posts on "won't start when hot.
Have fun.
John S. 82', Auto., 'Pattycakes' <img src="graemlins/bigok.gif" border="0" alt="[thumbsup]" />
02-26-2002, 03:46 AM
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Thank you for the excellent suggestions and encouragement! 
I fly out early tomorrow morning (ugh!). I probably won't get much sleep, it feels alot like Christmas Eve, way too much excitement and anticipation.
I will keep you updated with my progress.
I fly out early tomorrow morning (ugh!). I probably won't get much sleep, it feels alot like Christmas Eve, way too much excitement and anticipation.
I will keep you updated with my progress.
02-26-2002, 07:54 PM
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mike,
don`t forget a cool pair of shades for the ride and the day sun.good luck go get that beast and drive her home .yeeehaaaaaa.
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don`t forget a cool pair of shades for the ride and the day sun.good luck go get that beast and drive her home .yeeehaaaaaa.
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02-26-2002, 08:21 PM
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I got to thinking that could sure be a beautiful drive to have 5-6 days for. Most Porsches will do that milage in 2 1/2 at least for us old farts who like to stop for the night.
02-26-2002, 08:29 PM
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Mike,
I'd take a jumper for any relays that go bad and spare fuses. On an 86 928S, when the fuel pump relay gives up the ghost you can use the reverse light relay to get you going. So it's just as important to take a copy of the relay and fuse diagram with fuse part #'s (look at 928 Spec. website to pull a copy). If you think it can't happen, the guy who was driving my meteormetallic 86 928 down to meet me blew the fuel pump relay on the way. I talked him through it, but the delay before he contacted me caused me to cancel meeting him since I had a plane to catch. He could have sold the car to me a week earlier.
You live and learn.
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I'd take a jumper for any relays that go bad and spare fuses. On an 86 928S, when the fuel pump relay gives up the ghost you can use the reverse light relay to get you going. So it's just as important to take a copy of the relay and fuse diagram with fuse part #'s (look at 928 Spec. website to pull a copy). If you think it can't happen, the guy who was driving my meteormetallic 86 928 down to meet me blew the fuel pump relay on the way. I talked him through it, but the delay before he contacted me caused me to cancel meeting him since I had a plane to catch. He could have sold the car to me a week earlier.
You live and learn.
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02-26-2002, 11:19 PM
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[quote]Originally posted by Jerry 87 928S4:
<strong>I think you are quite prepared. When I got my 928 I only bought a one way ticket
Same here!
Also, as I returned to Chicago without a spare tire ( which I knew about) and with a hole in the gas tank ( which I didnt know about - silly people drilling holes for amplifiers ) it began to snow.
I think the PO was actually surprised I made it home based on the email he sent me <img src="graemlins/c.gif" border="0" alt="[ouch]" />
Good luck!</strong><hr></blockquote>
hehehe....I've got a good one to add to this.
I flew to Florida to pick up my Shark. Drove it back only to discover ther was only two temperature settings: Blazong Hot and Freezing Cold (December 2000). I noticed that the '!' would come periodically - checked all of the lights, no indicators. Finally got to Atlanta and dug out the Owners manual and read it half the night - still couldn't determine the problem. Finally got the car home and did some more checking, come to find out the wire leading to the idiot light in the gauge for the dreaded "BELT TEN" had been clipped - about had a heart attack (I kid you not). When I had checked the records, the TBlet had been replaced in the last 20K miles per the records and odometer.
I promptly replaced the belt and associated equipment - and repaired the cut wire (PITA). Discovered during the TBelt job that the tensioner was dry as a bone. Belt was fine (as was the other related equipment).
Ahhhh, the joys of 928 ownership.
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<strong>I think you are quite prepared. When I got my 928 I only bought a one way ticket
Same here!
Also, as I returned to Chicago without a spare tire ( which I knew about) and with a hole in the gas tank ( which I didnt know about - silly people drilling holes for amplifiers
) it began to snow.I think the PO was actually surprised I made it home based on the email he sent me <img src="graemlins/c.gif" border="0" alt="[ouch]" />
Good luck!</strong><hr></blockquote>
hehehe....I've got a good one to add to this.
I flew to Florida to pick up my Shark. Drove it back only to discover ther was only two temperature settings: Blazong Hot and Freezing Cold (December 2000). I noticed that the '!' would come periodically - checked all of the lights, no indicators. Finally got to Atlanta and dug out the Owners manual and read it half the night - still couldn't determine the problem. Finally got the car home and did some more checking, come to find out the wire leading to the idiot light in the gauge for the dreaded "BELT TEN" had been clipped - about had a heart attack (I kid you not). When I had checked the records, the TBlet had been replaced in the last 20K miles per the records and odometer.
I promptly replaced the belt and associated equipment - and repaired the cut wire (PITA). Discovered during the TBelt job that the tensioner was dry as a bone. Belt was fine (as was the other related equipment).
Ahhhh, the joys of 928 ownership.
<img src="graemlins/beerchug.gif" border="0" alt="[cheers]" />
02-27-2002, 01:11 AM
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[quote]Originally posted by MikeM:
<strong>About 1700 miles, Arizona --> Washington (the state).</strong><hr></blockquote>
Hey Mike,
Make sure you look us up once you get back...I think we have three listers from Bellingham now....Cool.....(do you know Jason R or Mike B?)
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Let us know when you'll be passing through and we'll keep and eye out for you.....
later,
Tom
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<strong>About 1700 miles, Arizona --> Washington (the state).</strong><hr></blockquote>
Hey Mike,
Make sure you look us up once you get back...I think we have three listers from Bellingham now....Cool.....(do you know Jason R or Mike B?)
<a href="http://www.pacnw928.com" target="_blank">http://www.pacnw928.com</a>
Let us know when you'll be passing through and we'll keep and eye out for you.....
later,
Tom
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03-10-2002, 06:39 PM
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Hey, I made it! Arrived Saturday morning (1:30am) without any problems. I intended to update everyone with my progress, but my cousin (who had possession of the car) was in the process of moving and I did not have any internet access.
I was really pleased with the performance of the car, it provided me with a pleasant 27 hours at the wheel. Now that I am home, I have been a little more agressive and started pushing some limits.
When I arrived I immediately looked into the P/S noise issue. The hoses at the bottom of the reservior (?) were wet, but the rack boots were free of excess fluid. I hoped for the best, knowing that I was taking the car into the local Porsche dealer for a safety inspection. Of course they also identified the hoses as problem area but found only a few other minor problems. I had them replace the hoses (17.95 & 171.00 hoses, 300.00 labor) and I was ready to go.
For the trip back it was simple. Added a quart of oil and topped off the washer fluid, nothing but gas was necessary for the remainder of the trip.
I had one other 928 owner pass me on the way back (with a wave <img src="graemlins/wave.gif" border="0" alt="[byebye]" /> ). It was about 8:45am heading North on I-5 (West of Bakersfield), is it someone else on the list?
Again, thanks to all that contributed to the thread, it really helped my confidence level.
Now the FUN begins...
Hey, I made it! Arrived Saturday morning (1:30am) without any problems. I intended to update everyone with my progress, but my cousin (who had possession of the car) was in the process of moving and I did not have any internet access.
I was really pleased with the performance of the car, it provided me with a pleasant 27 hours at the wheel. Now that I am home, I have been a little more agressive and started pushing some limits.
When I arrived I immediately looked into the P/S noise issue. The hoses at the bottom of the reservior (?) were wet, but the rack boots were free of excess fluid. I hoped for the best, knowing that I was taking the car into the local Porsche dealer for a safety inspection. Of course they also identified the hoses as problem area but found only a few other minor problems. I had them replace the hoses (17.95 & 171.00 hoses, 300.00 labor) and I was ready to go.
For the trip back it was simple. Added a quart of oil and topped off the washer fluid, nothing but gas was necessary for the remainder of the trip.
I had one other 928 owner pass me on the way back (with a wave <img src="graemlins/wave.gif" border="0" alt="[byebye]" /> ). It was about 8:45am heading North on I-5 (West of Bakersfield), is it someone else on the list?
Again, thanks to all that contributed to the thread, it really helped my confidence level.
Now the FUN begins...
03-11-2002, 09:35 PM
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glad you made it !i hope you enjoyed the ride.
we were all cheering for ya ....another happy customer.i`ll have to inform those 911 guys
reliability is getting better .in our rare but proud breed THE FEW THE PROUD THE LAND SHARK OWNER............ <img src="graemlins/bigok.gif" border="0" alt="[thumbsup]" />
we were all cheering for ya ....another happy customer.i`ll have to inform those 911 guys
reliability is getting better .in our rare but proud breed THE FEW THE PROUD THE LAND SHARK OWNER............ <img src="graemlins/bigok.gif" border="0" alt="[thumbsup]" />