dave292

I have Fix a Flat, compressor, plug kit, Slime, Jack, Rennline inserts to jack up the car using the factory jack areas, all the tools, grease etc to change out a center lock. I'm 4 hours away from the closest Porsche dealer. Even it I was flatbedded to a tire shop, chances are they couldn't get the wheel off without the proper center lock tools. Also, if i'm on the side of the road, I could pull off the wheel and hopefully have someone take it to a tire shop. I know it's a long shot but it's still a option.

docjohnM

All of the Roadside apps seem to suck pretty badly.

I had to use BMW's on my M3 once and it sent them the exact GPS info, but they kept asking me for cross-streets and so on. I eventually got pissed off and told them to use Google maps and just find the freaking place. Still, it was over 3 hours before a tow truck was even found. (I was not in the woods either, it was Devens, MA)

Mercedes is a little better, they have that button on the headliner. Still, they ask tons of questions about location, which leads me to believe that the GPS is not reliable.

All of them ruined entire days. (4-6hours)

iphilips

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Dave, do you mind detailing the make/model of the tools in your kit? Does it fit into the frunk as well?

Ivan

fbroen

Yes, curious also. Does the factory on-board jack not go at the jack points? (!)

bli8

I carry a 1/2" to 3/4" socket adapter in my GT3 all the time, so in a pinch the center lock wheel can be taken off the car with convention 1/2" drive tools (socket + breaker bar + whatever). If I go on long drives and don't feel that secure, I would carry the Precision Instruments torque wrench and a lightweight racking jack. Even without carrying a jack, any tow truck would have a jack could jack up the car. BTW if the Front Axle Lift is in the up position, the car isn't that low to the ground and should be able to get onto most flat beds, I say should be I haven't had to experience that yet.