chaser

An interesting story and not too surprising as it relates to the warranty company. The argument that could be made is that with the rebuilt engine Porsche provides a warranty thereby reducing the exposure of the after market warranty company. With this argument perhaps you should have stuck to your guns for full coverage. After all what does Chilton have to do with Porsche dealer service pricing.

Another thought, should you consider canceling the after market warranty and recoup some money now that you have a 2 year warranty on the new engine.

I can't find Mobil Mobilube PTX (75W-90) online at all my usual dealers. Anyone have a source or link they could provide.

If you have a Pep Boys locally they should have a wrench that fits. An A251B that I bought has the 14 flat 74 MM size for 3/8" drive and it was for a Ford Focus. The key is to look for the size, 74MM and 14 Flats, not for the car application.

I purchased an aluminum floor jack with a lifting capacity of 3000 lbs. from Jeg's a few years ago and have never been satisfied with it. I find that it has very little mechanical advantage when lifting the front corners. Basically it takes a lot of effort to jack the car.

What recommendations do you have for a lightweight floor jack for use on a 996, Evo, and an Audi Avant?

Thanks....Chaser

Very nice........

Thanks for the quick reply and advice Tool Pants and Q-Ship.

I've located the yellow one, made by Blitz, at Autozone. $8.99. -- Chaser

I would appreciate any suggestions as to what kind of oil catch pan I should use to minimize creating an oily mess on my garage floor.

I have a Blitz 15 Qt. Plastic oil catch pan but am concerned about the initial pressure of the oil hitting the shallow catch area of the pan.

I've never changed oil on a 996 so I don't know what to expect.

Thanks

Chaser

03 Carrera

Also, regardless of the carriers insurance claims, acquire your own. It is very inexpensive and will provide you with the comfort that if anything happens during shipment you will be covered.

Hi There,

Just bought my first Boxster. Looking for an Owners manual MY98

Thanks

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1998-Porsch...sspagenameZWD1V

Congratulations on your purchase! I bought my '02 C2 coupe from the Autohaus guys in February of 2006, and I have been very happy with it so far. I've attached a pic of my car from the same Laguna ALMS.

Nice wheels...would you be kind enough to pass on to me the manufacturer and style.

Interesting. That is a new one for me.

I would ask the mechanics I know but I think the last time it snowed in San Jose was during the ice age.

Now watch Porsche do the right thing and issue a voluntary recall for all cars driven in the snow so the crossover tubes can be inspected for corrosion....

Excellent "Tongue in Cheek" I'll wait patiently for the "Voluntary Recall". A great post however, giving everyone a head's up to a problem that could be extremely dangerous. I had a similar problem with my '61 356 in '74.

NAPA has Mobil 1 on sale for $5.39 p/quart. 9/13/07

Scott, I got about 3 of those at home, know what you are talking about. I did not have the same experience with those, then I read somewhere that those metal flat "H" belt locks are rated for child weight and impact. So my "water buffalo" weight exceeded the thing, and I still slid around and the belt lost it over 5-6 laps. Worth a try, but the CG Lock did the trick for me. How's that latin phrase go "buyer beware"?

Where you able to reset your calipers and get the noise out of the brakes? I am curious....

Caveat emptor is Latin for "Let the buyer beware"

Caveat venditor is Latin for "let the seller beware"

I agree about the reflection problem. No I don't use ArmorAll either...who would. I suspect that most people just live with the problem. I find that the issue is exacerbated when driving in and out of sun and shade. So....anyone else find this an issue?

Just a couple of thoughts. Has the 30k check been accomplished? If not will they do it as part of the purchase agreement. I would also want to see the DME readout.

Wow, that is amazing. Guess it was not meant to be. How you deal with insurance for that?

It's always best to buy your own insurance for the transportation of any high end or collectable car. Typically inexpensive and easily acquired. Relying on the carriers insurance can be risky or lenghy.

We use a product called MicroMesh on various lenses on our aircraft. Check it out here.

https://www.micro-surface.com/default.cfm?page_id=1

Are you using the 12oz. bottle of Techron?

I use a 16 oz. bottle (you made me look :lol: ).

I also put it in - not with a full tank but when the tank is less than half full.

Thanks for looking.

I agree with when you add the Techron. When you now fill your gas tank it mixes the Techron properly.

I find a bottle of Techron every 3000 miles or really helps prevent the buildup.

Are you using the 12oz. bottle of Techron?

Is anyone here using a lifting device for servicing their cars. If you are will you post what you are using and your recommendations.

I am looking at this scissors lift made by Mohawk.

http://www.mohawklifts.com/consumer/hr6.php

I don't believe you'll ever get a guaranteed answer to the first question, but you can assume that Porsche engineers set the rev limit at an RPM that was statistically proven to fall below a level that would damage the engine (assuming no unusual wear or weakness and operating conditions within tolerance). I believe you will find many people (myself included) that have felt the rev limiter kick in and haven't noticed any damage to their engines. Given the number of miles I had on my 986 and now my 996 after having hit the rev limiter on both, I wouldn't even be too concerned about buying a Porsche that has hit the rev limiter, but the other comment about it being stored in the DME is interesting. I would like to know for certain if it is stored, and if it can be cleared out by disconnecting the battery (and if so, shouldn't everyone briefly disconnect the battery before getting any maintenance done?).

Excellent question.........

All this is true...but I'm sure that there is no one here who hasn't hit the limiter in 1st gear. I'm sure Porsche recognizes this as well and forgive our sins for this minor infraction unless it is all to frequent.

I second your thanks to Scouser.

I found this for you:

Porsche Brake Light Switch

Description: Brake Light Switch

(At Pedal)

Year: 1998

Model: 911/993 Carrera/2

Quantity:

Price: $12.95

http://www2.9parts.com/parts/parts1/9parts...ch&dp=false