Slow Guy

I know this thread was started a couple of months ago but if you change them before they fail (and dump coolant all over your starter and down over the torque convertor seal) you can save the expense of having to replace those items later.

Frutti_pig

Just had a full service (with extras - see other thread).

My Porsche Indy used a bore scope to help with inspection of coolant pipes, all bone dry, with advice not to chance. Maybe the temperature in the UK helps the lifespan of the pipes??

Currently at 111500 miles.

Also orig carden shaft and all ok.

Cheers
FP

JohnnyBahamas

Wait.

What year is your Cayenne?

Do non-955 models even have the coolant pipe problem?

Frutti_pig

It's a 2004 build I believe.

JohnnyBahamas

OK -

Craziness not to replace your pipes at this mileage.

They are going to go. And, when they go you are potentially going to be stranded... damaging your starter, your transmission seals, and leaking gallons of sweet tasting poison that kills animals in 24 hours after they lap up just tablespoon or three.

Change them now. While you can schedule it to fit your schedule.

That's the best advice you'll get today and it's free.

SCOTITUDE

you can brag all you want that your "special" pig hasn't needed pipes or shafts yet. It doesn't mean your car is better. It just means your on borrowed time. And your ignoring the 800 lb gorilla in the room. Or should I say that $2g you were going to spend on something else next week.

Frutti_pig

FAO scotAttatude - Brag....I didn't realise posting a statement that my indie made would constitute as bragging, or for that matter make someone post such a strange reply, where did I post I had a "special pig?" and suggest its be somehow better than any other?

Did you fall out of bed and bang your head?

I,ll expand a little because the earlier post by Dennis was an interesting one, which being from the UK and having such fantastic weather!! after talking to my Indy maybe the cooler temps do help as its not a common job in thier eyes.

Anyway I do hope you are feeling a little better now


JohnnyB - thanks for your post on the subject. I have read this forum a lot, so I do worry about the known problems. I've covered 9k miles in 2 years and had the pig inspected by two separate indy's - both said same. Leave it......
FP

Dennis C

Please keep in mind that my statement was based entirely on anecdotal evidence. I've heard of plenty of pipe failures in colder climates too.

It's great that you've made it so far, but you should really consider getting them changed before you are forced to do it.

Frutti_pig

Thanks for the response Dennis. I am obviously concerned, there is enough on here to make most buy something else ...but the fact I cover so few miles due to using another vehicle for work (and what my Indy said) well, I hope It proves my Indy correct, and I have much more trouble free driving.

Saying that swapping out my front and rear diff oils has made a big difference and things seem, well rather silky On the road....and quieter IMO.

Long live the pig

endless_corners

From what i gather mate they don't often show signs of failing until they crack and rupture.. As long as you have the quid to do it then no worries... but you have to replace the starter and torque converter seal if you wait for coolant dump. It is cheaper to do it proactively. It will happen.


Good news about diff fluid. I think I am going to do that soon.