911 T owners club
02-02-2019, 05:30 PM
#1816
Burning Brakes
Help! manual T owners.
Ive been hearing a "Chime" noise much like a text message but no messages, no alerts on dash, no speed limit settings. Finally traced it to a mechanical rear end noise. I can duplicate it by accelerating normally in either 2nd, 3rd or fourth then abruptly lifting off the throttle. Drove me nuts for a while and will stop by dealership but curious if any other T owners with manual gearboxes have noticed this "chime" noise.
Ive been hearing a "Chime" noise much like a text message but no messages, no alerts on dash, no speed limit settings. Finally traced it to a mechanical rear end noise. I can duplicate it by accelerating normally in either 2nd, 3rd or fourth then abruptly lifting off the throttle. Drove me nuts for a while and will stop by dealership but curious if any other T owners with manual gearboxes have noticed this "chime" noise.
PS: I have not heard this, but only have 750 miles on mine.
02-02-2019, 05:40 PM
#1817
Just drove a T. Loved it. Questioning to get one with RWS or not. Will immediately do 200 cell cats and ECU tune. Car is very fun even with a new RS in the stable!
02-02-2019, 07:10 PM
#1818
Drove my T today briefly when the temps in Chiberia climbed 60 degrees to 45s. Hoping to go out again tomorrow before temps dip again into the mid 30s 
but out I did get thrive it in February
but out I did get thrive it in February
02-02-2019, 07:54 PM
#1819
Burning Brakes
looks clean
02-02-2019, 07:59 PM
#1820
Burning Brakes
RWS makes a big difference ! I akrapovic cats, pipe and valance. Runs strong and neck and neck with my friends 2018 GTS.
matty
matty
02-03-2019, 12:36 AM
#1821
I don’t think RAS is an absolute must per se but I do find the combination of the base Carrera engine with suspension upgrades and RAS to make for a pretty special driving feel. And congrats on the RS. A lot of us GT guys love the T, so you’re in good company.
02-03-2019, 09:20 AM
#1822
Rennlist Member
I bought my T after taking delivery of GT3, so totltally different. GT is not a daily driver so the t with manual gearbox does daily driving chores. RWS pays absolutely no dividends on the street. If you are going to chase lap times with any 911 on track then RWS will work. Get power steering plus for 10% the cost of RWS and get the same feel on the street. The T is a great compliment to any GT car in the stable.
02-03-2019, 09:24 AM
#1823
Rennlist Member
I think you may be right as after the “chime” there is a continuation of noise for a brief period until I get back on the throttle and the engine torques again. Will put car up on lift and check the shields.
02-03-2019, 09:46 AM
#1824
Rosenbergendo - On the RWS I have to disagree with the above. For me RWS is a must. In everyday driving it makers the car feel smaller and more nimble. If you can drive one with and without. Bang a U-Turn with RWS and you'll feel it in a big way.
02-03-2019, 10:14 AM
#1825
Burning Brakes
RWS with no power steering !
02-03-2019, 10:37 AM
#1826
Rennlist Member
I agree 100%. Ditch the Power Steering Plus (you simply don’t need it on a rear engine car) but get the Rear Axle Steering. Huge difference in turn in and feel at all speeds.
02-03-2019, 11:10 AM
#1827
Rennlist Member
RWS - I live in the Midwest. I don’t need to turn the wheel more than a few times a day. No doubt that you are doing this, but factor in your likely use when deciding to get it or not. I have a T without it, but I bought off of the Dealer lot. If I had ordered the car, and I didn’t need the extra couple of thousand, I would have ordered the RAS.
Last edited by SeanPatrick31; 02-03-2019 at 01:26 PM.
02-03-2019, 12:56 PM
#1829
Rennlist Member
02-03-2019, 01:36 PM
#1830
Burning Brakes
I go to lots of porsche club meets & other car events and the T is special ! I yet to see another one & enjoy the chat about what the car is and its back ground etc. For me its been a beautiful experiance building one to order & making it personal to me Next up for me is the 992 gt3 but until then i am in love
Next up for me is the 992 gt3 but until then i am in love