Pending projects and a few questions
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60K service done:
US$1,363.63 later... car runs like a charm!!
1 - 996 107 225 60 - Oil filter insert
10 - Qts 0W/40 Mobil 1 oil
1 - 996 572 219 02 Pollen filter
6 - 999 170 195 90 - Spark plugs
1 - 996 110 131 71 - Air cleaner cartridge
1 - P999 192 379 50 - Rib belt
1 - P996 110 253 52 - Fuel filter
1 - 999 631 140 90 - Bulb for !M601
1 - Reinstall the right air pipe into the intercooler - read out and printed faults P1250 boost pressure control
1 - Brake flush
Inspection also found that the horns needed replacement (under warranty)
1 - 996 635 205 04 - Horn low pitch
1 - 996 635 206 04 - Horn
It is sooooo smooth now...
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Carbon fiber e-brake installed.... ordered from Sunset Import Porsche
I think it looks much better than when I got the car:
I think it looks much better than when I got the car:
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Well.... check engine light came on again... it came on a week ago. I took it to the dealer on Dec 31st and it was an error code from the oxygen sensor in the 1st bank, before cat. It is the same sensor that was giving an error code last year. They cleared the code and told me to continue using the car... not worth it to change at the time since it was close to a year from the last time it gave the error... if the error came back again then to go ahead and change it.
Well... CEL came on again last night when moving the car around... so it is time to order an oxygen sensor and replace it.
Well... CEL came on again last night when moving the car around... so it is time to order an oxygen sensor and replace it.
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Well.... check engine light came on again... it came on a week ago. I took it to the dealer on Dec 31st and it was an error code from the oxygen sensor in the 1st bank, before cat. It is the same sensor that was giving an error code last year. They cleared the code and told me to continue using the car... not worth it to change at the time since it was close to a year from the last time it gave the error... if the error came back again then to go ahead and change it.
Well... CEL came on again last night when moving the car around... so it is time to order an oxygen sensor and replace it.
Well... CEL came on again last night when moving the car around... so it is time to order an oxygen sensor and replace it.
996-613-535-00 Headlight Switch replaced also under CPO.
Mileage: 61,249
That is all for now... work got me traveling more these days... so all projects with not much progress...
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A few photos:
I will be doing the DE in Sebring in June 28 (Citrus Region hosting on the 28- Suncoast hosting on the 29) and will be working over the next few weeks to address anything that could cause problems during the DE.
Got a quote on a new set of rotors, pads, squeal pucks, from Sunset Porsche.
I will post a new thread to ask for suggestions on preventive work before a DE...
I will be doing the DE in Sebring in June 28 (Citrus Region hosting on the 28- Suncoast hosting on the 29) and will be working over the next few weeks to address anything that could cause problems during the DE.
Got a quote on a new set of rotors, pads, squeal pucks, from Sunset Porsche.
I will post a new thread to ask for suggestions on preventive work before a DE...
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Congratulations on your mods and upcoming DE. Car looks great! My only appearance suggestions are painted bumperettes, and LOWER THAT CAR! Enjoy it in good health!
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Send Rennlist member 'tkerrmd' a PM about tracking a 996TT, he has LOTS of good experience.
FWIW, I would recommend a new set of pads, brake fluid flush (preferrably with something other than OEM fluid...Castrol SRF or Motul RBF600) and remember to NOT set the parking brake when you are done with your session, stay off the brakes during the cooldown lap and remember to let the engine run for 3-5 minutes before shutting it off.
If you also have time, installing a set of 996 GT3 Cup brake ducts (simple DIY, available from Sunset Imports) is also a good idea.
Disclaimer:
DE is a very slippery slope.
FWIW, I would recommend a new set of pads, brake fluid flush (preferrably with something other than OEM fluid...Castrol SRF or Motul RBF600) and remember to NOT set the parking brake when you are done with your session, stay off the brakes during the cooldown lap and remember to let the engine run for 3-5 minutes before shutting it off.
If you also have time, installing a set of 996 GT3 Cup brake ducts (simple DIY, available from Sunset Imports) is also a good idea.
Disclaimer:
DE is a very slippery slope.
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Have you considered installing the OEM non smoker's kit in the center console?
Nice little piece, removes the ashtray and gives you a small storage tray with rubber bottom.
Eric at Bumperplugs did one for my car, painted Lapis Blue to match the center console, I like it much better than the ashtray.
Nice little piece, removes the ashtray and gives you a small storage tray with rubber bottom.
Eric at Bumperplugs did one for my car, painted Lapis Blue to match the center console, I like it much better than the ashtray.
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Send Rennlist member 'tkerrmd' a PM about tracking a 996TT, he has LOTS of good experience.
FWIW, I would recommend a new set of pads, brake fluid flush (preferrably with something other than OEM fluid...Castrol SRF or Motul RBF600) and remember to NOT set the parking brake when you are done with your session, stay off the brakes during the cooldown lap and remember to let the engine run for 3-5 minutes before shutting it off.
If you also have time, installing a set of 996 GT3 Cup brake ducts (simple DIY, available from Sunset Imports) is also a good idea.
Disclaimer:
DE is a very slippery slope.
FWIW, I would recommend a new set of pads, brake fluid flush (preferrably with something other than OEM fluid...Castrol SRF or Motul RBF600) and remember to NOT set the parking brake when you are done with your session, stay off the brakes during the cooldown lap and remember to let the engine run for 3-5 minutes before shutting it off.
If you also have time, installing a set of 996 GT3 Cup brake ducts (simple DIY, available from Sunset Imports) is also a good idea.
Disclaimer:
DE is a very slippery slope.
New set of pads - check! Ordering those (and a set of new rotors) from Sunset Porsche in a couple of weeks.
I just had (at the 60K service) the dealer perform a brake flush... should I still change that for Castrol SRF or Motul RBF600? I have never done this in the 996TT, is it the same as in my 964? can I use the motive bleeder I have?
Parking brake - gotcha. Will even put a post-it around the ebrake to remember.
Cool down of the engine - I do that even after a short trip to the supermarket... but only for a minute or two... will leave it running for a longer period during DE.
GT-3 front brake ducts, Rear GT2 brake ducts -Front Part No: 996-341-117-90 and 996-341-118-90 - I had those in my list and decided not to do it since the car was not going to the track and the feedback was that these scrape everywhere. I will get them now.
I am also thinking of getting new diverter valves and putting those in before DE.
What else?
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Have you considered installing the OEM non smoker's kit in the center console?
Nice little piece, removes the ashtray and gives you a small storage tray with rubber bottom.
Eric at Bumperplugs did one for my car, painted Lapis Blue to match the center console, I like it much better than the ashtray.
Nice little piece, removes the ashtray and gives you a small storage tray with rubber bottom.
Eric at Bumperplugs did one for my car, painted Lapis Blue to match the center console, I like it much better than the ashtray.
I had it on the list until this morning... decided that I could use the $ in the stuff I will need to make it track worthy... but I agree, that ashtray is useless... change that falls there is next to imposible to get out. I use it to store the lighter when I have the battery tender plugged in.
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Castrol SRF will enable you to NOT have to bleed between days/events/runs, due to its high wet boiling point. IMHO, it is simply the best brake fluid. Motul is my second choice.
For your first (Green) DE, fresh OEM fluid and new pads (never use a set of pads once they get to 50%...too much heat transfer to the fluid) should be OK.
Since novice drivers tend to 'overuse' the brake pedal, be aware of how the pedal feels and if it starts to get 'soft' or the throw increases, safely reduce speed and get off the track.
Also, if you are using stock OEM 'cross drilled' rotors, be sure to inspect for cracks between adjoining holes in the rotors. Once a crack joins 2 adjacent holes from a central one, the rotors should not be used on track.
And BTW, don't worry about the grin....it only lasts a couple of weeks after your first event.
For your first (Green) DE, fresh OEM fluid and new pads (never use a set of pads once they get to 50%...too much heat transfer to the fluid) should be OK.
Since novice drivers tend to 'overuse' the brake pedal, be aware of how the pedal feels and if it starts to get 'soft' or the throw increases, safely reduce speed and get off the track.
Also, if you are using stock OEM 'cross drilled' rotors, be sure to inspect for cracks between adjoining holes in the rotors. Once a crack joins 2 adjacent holes from a central one, the rotors should not be used on track.
And BTW, don't worry about the grin....it only lasts a couple of weeks after your first event.
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Got a few brake parts for the car:
4 - 964.352.096.00 - Vibration damper
8 - 996.351.089.00 - Damping plate
4 - 996.352.086.01 - Damping plate
1 - 996.352.405.00 - Brake disk
1 - 996.352.406.00 - Brake disk
1 - 996.351.409.02 - Brake disk
1 - 996.351.410.02 - Brake disk
1 - 996.351.949.12 - Brake pads (Front)
1 - 996.352.949.03 - Brake pads (Rear)
total: US$1,321.47 at the local dealer (including tax) or US1,100.00 from Sunset Porsche (including shipping)
Also got four new tires for the extra set of wheels I have (a friend was kind enough to give me a set of hollow turbo wheels he had).
2 - 235/40ZR18-Michelin PS2
2 - 315/30ZR18-Michelin PS2
Mounted, balanced, etc. - US$1,769.78
4 - 964.352.096.00 - Vibration damper
8 - 996.351.089.00 - Damping plate
4 - 996.352.086.01 - Damping plate
1 - 996.352.405.00 - Brake disk
1 - 996.352.406.00 - Brake disk
1 - 996.351.409.02 - Brake disk
1 - 996.351.410.02 - Brake disk
1 - 996.351.949.12 - Brake pads (Front)
1 - 996.352.949.03 - Brake pads (Rear)
total: US$1,321.47 at the local dealer (including tax) or US1,100.00 from Sunset Porsche (including shipping)
Also got four new tires for the extra set of wheels I have (a friend was kind enough to give me a set of hollow turbo wheels he had).
2 - 235/40ZR18-Michelin PS2
2 - 315/30ZR18-Michelin PS2
Mounted, balanced, etc. - US$1,769.78
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Photos of the goods...
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