The fact that there is a magnet placed there tells me that it's there for a reason. So I'll keep an eye on any type of accumulation next time I do a change.

And thanks for the guidance on the washer. Took it for a test drive and it looks dry as can be, but I'll keep watch for any leaks.

 

yah It is there for a reason, to a degree. Like you said just keep an eye on that.

I am a mechanic but Im a total tard with porsches. I am brand new all over again

 

Thanks for remembering. I believe it is applicable to the 997 GT3 Mark I other than the amount of lubricant. As far as the fill level, I always go with 'to the bottom of the filler hole' or just a little below.

In my DIY I did point out that you must loosen and remove the filler plug first so that you don't get yourself in a predicament.

I have the Mobilube PTX and have shipped some to Rennlisters. Send me a PM for the details.

 

I use the alum crush washers on both the drain and fill plugs. I also replaced the fill with a male 19mm plug which makes its VERY EASY to r&r. It's a <$10 part at your local Porsche dealer. Part no. 90012402001

 

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We were just about to Post up this question, but figured to check through all the posts, just in case.

We had a customer asking for one of these, but couldn't find the P.N.

Thanks Del.

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Very welcome

 

Dell,
you are the DIY maestro! thx for the tip!
Phil

 

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Dell, What's up with your website..?

http://splintercellracing.net/

 

We still own the site but we closed our "Rennlist" SCR site and just have that holder you see. We use a private Facebook page now as its easier especially using the Fb app.

 

Good thread/info folks!

 

People still recommend the Delvac?

What is the real tool to use to loosen the fill plug? Disassembling a 10mm hex socket and putting a wrench on it (per the original DIY) isn't my speed, want to buy the correct single purpose tool

 

Replace it with the male insert so you can use and open wrench. I don't have the p/n off hand but it makes the job much easier

 

Above you mention the #90012402001

Is that it?

Still using Delvac for fluid?

 

I used Mobilube since I wanted the factory fill.

Tool: I used a normal L shaped hex bit. It was a little tight so I shortened it a bit. Pro tip to get more leverage: slide a 10mm socket (with a breaker bar or whatever attached to it) over the hex bit.

 

Yup, I only use Delvac. For my 6GT3, 7GT3, and 6TT. When Copans said to only use Delvac on my Mezger boxes, I haven't used anything since then. The part number for the replacement insert I'll have to check later when I have access to my "book".

With that said, I use the Shell factory stuff in my wife's CAB.