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Old 08-11-2022, 10:15 AM
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I raced my 968s with Millers oil with the 60w viscosity it was originally recommended by Karl Poeltl a very successful 968 racer, just my personal experience.
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Old 08-11-2022, 01:30 PM
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Originally Posted by dbonds
That (oil pressure when hot) is what drove me to consistently use 20w-50. My oil change last year was done by a mechanic who was doing other work at the time (oil pan gasket replacement, as an example). He replaced it with 5w-40 and I was seeing oil pressure drop to ~18psi at hot idle, which seemed pretty low to me. Replaced with 20w-50 and haven't seen below 25psi at idle since. I'm in Texas with average summer temps in mid-90s fahrenheit and on the seldom days in winter when it's actually "cold", I just drive it very gently until it's warmed up.
Agreed. When the engine was cooking in the French highway traffic queues on the way to Le Mans the low oil pressure had me concerned - both cars. Upping the hot number really made a difference, with the 964 barley dipping below 25-30psi (although still think I'll wire in a direct high speed fan switch some point).
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My OP at hot idle is 25lbs. At hot 3-4000rpm it is 45+lbs.
Guess Ok?

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Old 08-11-2022, 07:18 PM
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Originally Posted by Yogii
My OP at hot idle is 25lbs. At hot 3-4000rpm it is 45+lbs.
Guess Ok?

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Sounds very comparable to what I've seen (I have a digital aftermarket oil pressure gauge) so I hope so! ;-)
Old 08-27-2023, 07:02 PM
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Well not today, but 2 days ago; did my second PCA DE Track Day at Laguna Seca.
Other than turn 11, I did the entire course in 3rd gear. Thinking about a quick/quicker shifting transmission/linkage. Instructor says that you loose one second per shift...
Track has been recently resurfaced and is super smooth.

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Old 11-21-2023, 03:11 AM
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Tightened up the two lockdown bolts for the AC compressor to complete the alternator replacement project
on my '94 Black/cashmere coupe! Test drove 10 miles...no issues so far!
Old 11-21-2023, 04:45 AM
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Put him away for the winter on Tuesday.
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Swapped out summer for winter tires/rims, ready to go!
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Originally Posted by DSMblue
Swapped out summer for winter tires/rims, ready to go!

What are your summer tires and what are your winter tires?
All on 17 inch rims?

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Old 11-22-2023, 04:41 PM
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Originally Posted by Yogii
What are your summer tires and what are your winter tires?
All on 17 inch rims?

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Summer tires are old Kumho's (stock size on Cup 1's)that are going away before next spring. Winter tires are Blizzaks (235/45x17 and 205/55x17) on replica turbo twist wheels.
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Originally Posted by DSMblue
Summer tires are old Kumho's (stock size on Cup 1's)that are going away before next spring. Winter tires are Blizzaks (235/45x17 and 205/55x17) on replica turbo twist wheels.
Thanks!!

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Old 11-23-2023, 02:30 PM
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Old 11-24-2023, 02:11 PM
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Well it was yesterday...and this is 968 related.


( Hope everyone had an enjoyable Thanksgiving!)

Finally finished framing and hanging the 968 print in the garage.

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Old 12-04-2023, 12:40 PM
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Did you do the painting or was it already in good shape. Just getting ready to slick up my newest one.
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Original VarioCam beauty panel was never painted from the factory.


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