LVDell

Two quick questions.

What is the socket size/type for the seat bolts?

I'm assuming it is the same bolt for all the 996/986 cars correct?

Thanks!

ps. yes, there is something I don't know about these cars I've been using just a standard socket all these years but it "slips" a tiny bit and would prefer to finally have the proper socket.

911SLOW

Torx screws M10x28

Tightening torque 48ftlb.

John

LVDell

Thanks John. Stupid follow-up question........ How are the sockets labeled? When I run to the auto parts store what size would I be looking for? Torx 10?

911SLOW

torx E12 socket

John

LVDell

Cool, thanks.

LVDell

Just got back from the auto parts store and it was called a "star" socket E12. Thanks again for the help! I finally have the right socket for the seats after all these years

911SLOW

In europe we call them torx but you Americans have a thing for stars so it's no surprise. :-)

John

LVDell

Yes, we are very backassward here

And who the hell came up with "standard" measurement system. Cuz it's oh so more easy to understand (detect sarcasm ) that the metric system and everything being in multiples of 10.

911SLOW

Very true, but no worries, you are ok! we all measure road tyres in inches and for god's shake you could be driving on the left side of the road.

John

mooty

haha 12" = foot, many foot = feet
4 qt to a gallon?
i have no idea what a pint is.

996FLT6

^ A pint is ordering a beer at a pub but then again u don't drink : ). Mike

LVDell

mmmmmmm, I could sure use a pint of Guinness right about now

mooty

right, i only drink imported, premium ROOT beer. they are not easy to find.

got it, order beer in pints.
oh, another measurement i dont understand.... "i'll buy you a round of beer" what is a "round" of beer??? i say this as a serious question. i dont know what a "round" of beer is.

but i do understand 34C though. no bigger no smaller, 34C demi is it.

911SLOW

A round of beer originates from people sitting in a round table and one of them orders beer for all. And says to the waiter bring us a round of beers! with his finger pointing to his friends and showing the circle around.

Really! :-)

John

mooty

^ got it. thx