Porsche recalls 18'000 993 Cab
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Cost of locking motors
Just quick question about the motors being replaced. Are these the two top locking motors that lock the top down in place right above your head?
When I replaced them myself 2 years ago I looked all over the place and was quoted approx $500 each for them. Are they now $425 for both???
Alex
When I replaced them myself 2 years ago I looked all over the place and was quoted approx $500 each for them. Are they now $425 for both???
Alex
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Originally Posted by mrhude
..Did I understand you correctly that the two small holes, one on either side by the corner of the glass, may be caused by these defective motors/ pins??...
For (1) you are TSOL. For (2) is what the recall addresses - PCNA finally issued a recall but I think it was mostly in response to chances that the top can pop off, rather than because the locks are prone to breaking (the gears can strip but the lock can still operate although annoyingly).
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Alex, the recall notice says if you replaced the parts yourself, PCNA may reimburse you if you have the proper documentation for the repair. Those are the motors in question.
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Originally Posted by 24FPS
btw: my 'my97'... a december '96 build. had the harness recall. (fwiw)
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I called my local Porsche deal (Tischer- Maryland) about a month ago and they told me there was no such recall...then they speculated that it only applied to cars in Germany.
About 2 weeks ago my notice showed up...it's been a couple of wks and the parts haven't come in yet.
About 2 weeks ago my notice showed up...it's been a couple of wks and the parts haven't come in yet.
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It continues to shock me that we know so much more about our cars and the status of issues than most Porsche dealer service writters. They should be requried to spend a few hours a week on Rennlist learning about the products the sell and repair.
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Just had mine done and now there is a rattle in the top frame since the car was in, decided to have the oil changed.. should have asked what is cost.. $287 later I now know why folks change they own oil! Makes my Ferrari oil change almost look cheap.