Intake valve carbon buidup - repair $8,000?
Slider. This is exactly why this place is the best.
05-10-2005, 05:20 PM
#32
Nordschleife Master
My car had the top end work / valve job / lifter replacement, etc... done by Beverly Hills Porsche at 57,000 miles. The cost was about $7,000 back then -- the nice thing is that it was done 2 prior owners ago -- didn't cost me a thing. 
If it were me, I'd also shop the price -- but I can say that my car runs strong! 
Scott
If it were me, I'd also shop the price -- but I can say that my car runs strong! Scott
05-10-2005, 05:51 PM
#33
1st Gear
Join Date: May 2005
Posts: 1
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally Posted by 98 993S Ocean Blu
1st time Rennlist user...suggestions on how to handle a carbon build up situation in a '98 993. Beverly Hills Porsche is saying $8,000 valve job is what it needs. 84,000 miles. I drive this beautiful 993 as my main car, 50 miles a day round trip on LA frwys. Appreciate any eduacation/experience you have to share. Thank you!!!
Six
05-10-2005, 06:33 PM
#34
Pro
Join Date: Sep 2001
Location: Lake Forest, CA
Posts: 698
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
(quote)
"If it's indeed SAI error code in computer, make sure you contact PCNA in Atlanta(1-800-PORSCHE) and ask them for all those repairs to be covered under 7-yr Emission Warranty. Essentially, in your situation you won't pass technical inspection because of clogged air passages. If I'd be you, I would call PCNA immediately, let them know who in your Porsche dealership inspected your car and try to get everything covered by PCNA.
If PCNA takes care of the rebuild/cleaning the passages, then the only downside is that you missed an opportunity to put RS/LWF package from ViperBob(devek.net) on.
Good luck!"
If anyone has been able to get PCNA to cover the SAI problem under the emmission warranty, PLEASE share the information with fellow board members !!!!!!!!!
Any specific contacts, forms, copies of letters, etc... anything to to help owners get this covered would be greatly appreciated. I dread having to explain to 993 owners about this problem and that unfortunately since all these cars are out of the 4 year warranty window, unless you have a good aftermarket warranty, it has to come out of your pocket. We have had no luck with local dealers covering this expense.
Laura
Hergesheimer MotorSports
"If it's indeed SAI error code in computer, make sure you contact PCNA in Atlanta(1-800-PORSCHE) and ask them for all those repairs to be covered under 7-yr Emission Warranty. Essentially, in your situation you won't pass technical inspection because of clogged air passages. If I'd be you, I would call PCNA immediately, let them know who in your Porsche dealership inspected your car and try to get everything covered by PCNA.
If PCNA takes care of the rebuild/cleaning the passages, then the only downside is that you missed an opportunity to put RS/LWF package from ViperBob(devek.net) on.
Good luck!"
If anyone has been able to get PCNA to cover the SAI problem under the emmission warranty, PLEASE share the information with fellow board members !!!!!!!!!
Any specific contacts, forms, copies of letters, etc... anything to to help owners get this covered would be greatly appreciated. I dread having to explain to 993 owners about this problem and that unfortunately since all these cars are out of the 4 year warranty window, unless you have a good aftermarket warranty, it has to come out of your pocket. We have had no luck with local dealers covering this expense.
Laura
Hergesheimer MotorSports
