cannot believe - rms again
09-03-2008, 03:00 PM
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Observation/question. It is apparent after reading all of the RMS posts that the GT engine has serious flaws. Why all the consternation about the 997 MkII GT3 with a new engine, sans RMS leak? Seems to me that this is a good thing and that I should be happy to be #1 on the list for a PDK GT3 at my dealer.
There also seem to be a minority that just hate all change and think older is always better. See, e.g., 993 Forum.
09-03-2008, 03:06 PM
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After 3-4 RMS attempts, if you still want to keep the car, perhaps it's time to email a very polite note to Porsche's CEO. I feel bad for the local dealerships and techs who are trying really hard to fix the problem, without having a solid fix from Porsche. Try wendelin.wiedeking@porsche.de or ceo@telus.com and see what happens.
09-03-2008, 03:11 PM
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Observation/question. It is apparent after reading all of the RMS posts that the GT engine has serious flaws. Why all the consternation about the 997 MkII GT3 with a new engine, sans RMS leak? Seems to me that this is a good thing and that I should be happy to be #1 on the list for a PDK GT3 at my dealer.
That said, I don't understand why people are so convinced the new engine (if fitted to the GT3) will be a downgrade from the current one. Yes, the engine we all know and love is well proven, but why would that mean it can't be improved upon by a new design? I have faith in Porsche's engineering.
BTW, the next GT3 will have DFI, but I'm not so sure about PDK. PDK in the Carrera is a replacement for the Tip, not the stick.
09-03-2008, 03:39 PM
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I currently track a very modified E46 M3 with SMG. I went through the rod bearing recall. So I understand the concern. I, unfortunately, need the PDK, hopefully the GT3 will have the new tranny as an option. I have zero interest in the 997C or 997Cs!
09-03-2008, 07:07 PM
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Guys,
A data point. My RS leaked around 8,000 miles. Seal replaced. It leaked again. Since the leaking is minor and there seems to be no permanent fix yet, I ignored it and just drove it. Now with 18,000 miles it does not leak on the floor. There is some oil visible on the bottom of the engine, but no spots on the floor. I'm happy.
A data point. My RS leaked around 8,000 miles. Seal replaced. It leaked again. Since the leaking is minor and there seems to be no permanent fix yet, I ignored it and just drove it. Now with 18,000 miles it does not leak on the floor. There is some oil visible on the bottom of the engine, but no spots on the floor. I'm happy.
09-08-2008, 09:13 AM
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Guys,
A data point. My RS leaked around 8,000 miles. Seal replaced. It leaked again. Since the leaking is minor and there seems to be no permanent fix yet, I ignored it and just drove it. Now with 18,000 miles it does not leak on the floor. There is some oil visible on the bottom of the engine, but no spots on the floor. I'm happy.
A data point. My RS leaked around 8,000 miles. Seal replaced. It leaked again. Since the leaking is minor and there seems to be no permanent fix yet, I ignored it and just drove it. Now with 18,000 miles it does not leak on the floor. There is some oil visible on the bottom of the engine, but no spots on the floor. I'm happy.
Mine leaked--replaced last November, began leaking again this May. Now it doesnt do it, in fact over a month with nothing on floor. I think it is the nature of the beast. Unless it becomes dramatic (ie, oil on floor everyday) I'll keep it as is.
Bill
09-08-2008, 01:06 PM
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I have almost 16,000 km so far, the bottom of the engine is bone dry, I checked. However, if it starts weeping, I won´t be doing anything about it. It would have to spill oil like on the photo in the beginning of this thread to warrant servicing.
One of the posts above said it correctly - Porsche knows about the problem, but since only a percentage of the cars have it and they know that this engine was the last in line, they will not be doing anything about it and will ride it out. Ignorance is a good solution from their point of view. It would take a mighty big court case for them to admit to any design flaw.
What is very disappointing is the Ctrl+C reply from the factory guy in Germany. Two different people obviously take time to write a logical letter, not first time buyers either, yet it seems that they are talking to a computer with an automatic reply. Very bad and very surprising. I really didn´t expect that.
Thankfully, at least the finished product itself is what it is. Most of the time.
One of the posts above said it correctly - Porsche knows about the problem, but since only a percentage of the cars have it and they know that this engine was the last in line, they will not be doing anything about it and will ride it out. Ignorance is a good solution from their point of view. It would take a mighty big court case for them to admit to any design flaw.
What is very disappointing is the Ctrl+C reply from the factory guy in Germany. Two different people obviously take time to write a logical letter, not first time buyers either, yet it seems that they are talking to a computer with an automatic reply. Very bad and very surprising. I really didn´t expect that.
Thankfully, at least the finished product itself is what it is. Most of the time.
09-11-2008, 10:12 AM
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My third seal is leaking, but not a lot. Maybe a drop or two a few hours after I park it. I plan on ingnoring it for now. Last seal was leaking so bad I was in danger of contaminating my clutch.
