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Need help on finding a Extended Warranty provider
ard. replied to hotfusion's topic in 996 TT, 996 TT S, 996 GT2
I have no specific companies for you, but will offer a bit of advice: READ THE ACTUAL POLICY to determine your coverage. All warranties will exclude coverage that is CAUSED by modifications. However an extended warranty- which is actually a 'contract for mechanical breakdown insurance' can be more limiting. They can actually have language that flat out void the entire contract for ANY 'modification from stock'. People get confused between the limits on warranties that the Moss Magnussen act provides, and what is alllowed with "extended warranties" It is important to read the language and not rely on what a sales rep TELLS you- "Oh, yeah, we're cool with mods as long as they didn't cause the problem" yet a written contract that says "Coverage is void for any modified vehicle"... which will apply when the adjuster is looking at $28k for a dropped rod? A -
You do realize that the lower back pressure and faster spool with the EP is **tehcnically** a mod that can lead to Porsche denying a engine faulire related claim. Technically they would be correct.
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Software works sequentially. After some period of observation the SW decides "rpm too high, cut fuel" If the engine is accelerating wildly, then perhaps the time it takes for this step is long enough that within the next time period the DME analyzes the engine will already be into a Type 2 over rev. Remember these are step, by step computations and calculations- all piggybacked onto a continuous mechanical process. I will not hold my breath for Porsche to provide clarification- other than the party line "Type 2 is abuse, Type 2 is abuse, Type 2 is abuse" you get it. Why possible reason would they have for exposing the truth on this matter? A PS It doesn't happen on the "up shift" it is on the 'late shift'....
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Same question- What is the software hack that allows GM nav CDs to be used in Porsche??? I have a similar question to the OP: Can a PCM2.1 be used in a 2004 996 that already has a PCM2.0? The 2004 is a MOST bus. The PCM2.0 is an integrated unit- Nav+display in one unit. The PCM2.0 uses CDs for maps and they get loaded in and out of the front of the unit. The detail on the map SUCKS. So, can a 2.1 be retrofitted into a car that had a 2.0? I hear "yes" but have never found anyone that has done it! Thanks A
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Well, I say 'quality not quantity'. There are a couple of issues- the focus here is tech, which draws less input simply because there is less true 'info' than 'opinions'. This site is also highly segmented (this is a criticism) and this make navigation difficult, and really cuts down on the odds that a post will be seen. I regularly visit 6speed, but find the solid technical advice to be limited. a few % of the posts are of a caliber that you can 'take it to the bank'. I find those that know (on 6speed) are tuners and they will not disclose very much (other than as a hook to bring in business). (BTW, I HAVE NO ISSUE WITH THIS. Just the way it is. ) In the BMW world there are way more DIYs so more tech knowledge is shared. IMHO. I need to post here more often though, just need to think up intelligent stuff to say <_< My quick two cents. A
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What Sirius receiver are you using? Is there a receiver that integrates with the PCM2.0 (2004996TT) A
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Pretty sure they skip the dyno and just use a tailpipe sniffer. Mine was delivered yesterday (996tt x50 as well) and that is what my local shop said. Too busy driving to take it in for smog! :) Did manage to get temp tag at dmv... A
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So is there a requirement to drain the turbos of oil??
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I'd be there but I have the pleasure of traveling to Redding for a two day soccer tournament (not me...). Should be closing on a 996TT on Friday and have it home a week later. next one... Adam