VIDEO: what happens to your life when you buy a 911 (997.2)
11-03-2017, 02:27 PM
#19
Very funny, loved the video. Thank you
11-03-2017, 03:24 PM
#20
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Great video. Spot on. Keep going.
On 997.1 (maybe also for 997.2) I can add some statements:
-We like to fill up gas with the nozzle turned 180 degrees.
-We have electric windows that are randomly, automatically not possible to close.
-PCM volume buttons that are sticky - just like racing tyres for extra grip.
-12 volt sockets that are always on so we have a reason to buy those cool trickle chargers.
-We like names like Gundo or Fister which makes no sense even to other non-P gear-heads.
-We scream “NEVER CLOSE THE DOOR BY THE GLASS” to our kids, friends and spouses - Pretty much to anyone touching the door glass.
-We upgrade from 997.1 key fob because they open the frunk accidentally, to 997.2 key fobs only to realise the red fob-buttons are a maintenance-heavy item
-Three anti theft devices: Key to the left, Analogue e-brake plus the optional three pedals
-We like foam on our garage side walls.
-The most unusual options makes a unicorn which is crazy valuable.
-Our cars are really a she and the only mistresses our spouses will allow
-“The 997 and 996 are completely different cars”
-“It has HYDRAULIC steering”
But I guess these quirks is why we love them so much.
On 997.1 (maybe also for 997.2) I can add some statements:
-We like to fill up gas with the nozzle turned 180 degrees.
-We have electric windows that are randomly, automatically not possible to close.
-PCM volume buttons that are sticky - just like racing tyres for extra grip.
-12 volt sockets that are always on so we have a reason to buy those cool trickle chargers.
-We like names like Gundo or Fister which makes no sense even to other non-P gear-heads.
-We scream “NEVER CLOSE THE DOOR BY THE GLASS” to our kids, friends and spouses - Pretty much to anyone touching the door glass.
-We upgrade from 997.1 key fob because they open the frunk accidentally, to 997.2 key fobs only to realise the red fob-buttons are a maintenance-heavy item
-Three anti theft devices: Key to the left, Analogue e-brake plus the optional three pedals
-We like foam on our garage side walls.
-The most unusual options makes a unicorn which is crazy valuable.
-Our cars are really a she and the only mistresses our spouses will allow
-“The 997 and 996 are completely different cars”
-“It has HYDRAULIC steering”
But I guess these quirks is why we love them so much.
Good question. Who put that there!?
Thanks and thanks everybody! Glad you like it - gonna be making more stuff this week.
11-03-2017, 03:34 PM
#21
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Don't ever let the car just idle, not first thing in the morning or you'll wash all the oil from the cylinder walls, not when warmed up as the load on the IMS will damage it.
Don't start it if it's less than 40 degrees Fahrenheit unless you have $20,000 in your glovebox to replace the motor once you've scored the cylinder walls
Cut open your oil filters looking for minuscule debris that might spell impending doom.
Once you hit 40k miles, don't go more that 10 miles from your mechanic and keep a spare waterpump in the car at all times, along with the old serpentine belt from your last neurotic waterpump replacement.
Don't start it if it's less than 40 degrees Fahrenheit unless you have $20,000 in your glovebox to replace the motor once you've scored the cylinder walls
Cut open your oil filters looking for minuscule debris that might spell impending doom.
Once you hit 40k miles, don't go more that 10 miles from your mechanic and keep a spare waterpump in the car at all times, along with the old serpentine belt from your last neurotic waterpump replacement.
11-03-2017, 04:53 PM
#22
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How about some commentary on:
- Is the car attracting the "right" kind of woman?
- Why do your coworkers hate you?
- How do you position your hands, your head, and shoulder alignment for the coolest look?
- Why are your relatives asking you for loans?
Peace
Bruce in Philly
- Is the car attracting the "right" kind of woman?
- Why do your coworkers hate you?
- How do you position your hands, your head, and shoulder alignment for the coolest look?
- Why are your relatives asking you for loans?
Peace
Bruce in Philly
11-03-2017, 05:46 PM
#24
hahaha. My water pump just went out after 28k miles. That is presuming the ****bags (F you IMA) who had been working on my car back then actually replaced it when I asked and was billed for it.
11-04-2017, 09:27 AM
#27
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Congrats and welcome to the community.
Here is one just for the nuts; according to Porsche, the bottom tip of the wheel center cap emblem must point at the valve stem. Otherwise, the wheels are going to fall off when your car hits 91.1 mph.
Now seriously, I read somewhere that this comes from racing roots. This way, race mechanics could easily find the valve stems just by looking at the emblems.
Here is one just for the nuts; according to Porsche, the bottom tip of the wheel center cap emblem must point at the valve stem. Otherwise, the wheels are going to fall off when your car hits 91.1 mph.
Now seriously, I read somewhere that this comes from racing roots. This way, race mechanics could easily find the valve stems just by looking at the emblems.
11-04-2017, 10:40 AM
#30
Rocky Mountain High
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Funny video. Nice job.
