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  1. kbrandsma
    That's amazing. Thanks for sharing.
  2. kbrandsma
    Congrats RFM! Enjoy your posts and your expertise!
  3. kbrandsma
    I would also be interested in the DIY directions. I would also like to know if the link provided by nova996 is accurate? http://www.danielsternlighting.com/tech/ma...arkerflash.html Thanks
  4. kbrandsma
    Heated seats a must in the Seattle area. Some of the best days to drive with the top down here in Western Washington are in the fall. Heated seats make driving with the top down very comfortable and extends the season.
  5. kbrandsma
    Agree, works like a charm!
  6. kbrandsma
    Check out Mike Focke DYI page for great info: Mike Focke AOS DYI
  7. kbrandsma
    I like "Sputter's" post , ejector seat button!
  8. kbrandsma
    2.5 liter, 5 speeds trannies are interchangeable.
  9. kbrandsma
    Oil in the J tube is a sure sign of a bad AOS. If you replaced your AOS, it is common to also replace the J tube that connects to the throttle body. You can order one from Sunset Porsche Part no. 996-107-145-06, price $25.43. Depending on your year you may need your VIN number to insure the correct tube.
  10. kbrandsma
    It is usually soldered to a garage door opener. Since the previous owner sold the care they may have kept their opener. The three switches snap into the surrounding vertical plastic plate. Take something (like a plastic upholstery tool) and snap the three switches out together and see if it is connected to a garage door opener. In any case you will need to solder yours to the switch. Provided of course that is what you want to do.
  11. kbrandsma
    Yes from Sunset Porsche you can purchase the version .03 Cap 996-106-447-03 Coolant Reservoir Cap Was $18.87 Now $12.16 Select Porsche Parts at Dealer Cost at the center top of any screen in Renntech
  12. kbrandsma
    I used "Crystal Clear Enamel" from Rust-oleum. Several light coats and looks like the other switches.
  13. kbrandsma
    Check around the both trunks for the wheel locks. I found mine in the rear trunk near the radiator and oil fill caps.
  14. kbrandsma
    Over 7 months now and no airbag light!
  15. kbrandsma
    I had two blank switches on my 98 2.5L 5 speed. The AC controls in the middle are at the top, followed by a CDR 210 radio CD player and the two blank switches are to the left. The top switch on the left is for TC or traction control. I put a Targa Switch in the middle position and wired it to my rear spoiler. I can now raise it up and down manually instead of waiting to accelerating to 75 mph. Probably not much advantage but impresses the heck out of friends in my garage. The bottom buttom is wired to my garage door opener. Push it once garage door goes down, press again and it goes the opposite. All are backlite off of the TC switch. I plan on inserting intermittent wipers in the center round plug. Lots of write-ups on this board for both of these hacks and others. Do a search and have some fun.
  16. kbrandsma
    If you have a matt switch all you have to do is put several thin coats of clear gloss spray. You really can't tell the difference. Also, the gong will not work unless you have the fourth stalk and the control mode only cycles one way with the push button hack.
  17. kbrandsma
    I've read and heard that as well. I recently upgraded to a Pioneer AVIC D-3 HU and power the rears thru the HU. I ended up adjusting the fade balance (back to front) 4 out of 10. It was just to much in the rears with out making the adjustment. Having the power and the cabilibity to adjust to an individual preference makes sense. Everyone is different. I have a couple of 6x40 AMPs that will work for your application. PM me if interested.
  18. kbrandsma
    Check your option codes that are located on the white label (sticker) in very front of the front trunk or on page 1 of your maintenance book. You can also check the label on your 4 channel AMP. If you have the 490 Option you need a HAES 6x40W AMP with the following: 996 COUPE M490 996.645.311.00 Other AMPs may work but I know this one does for sure. Perhaps others can chip in. You do not need a DSP module with the AMP that I referenced above. I've installed both AMPS 4x40 and 6x40 while using the stock rear speaker kit. The stock kit contains 4 speakers 2 per side and the HU 220 (15 AMPS) powers the stock OEM rear speakers very well.
  19. kbrandsma
    I also have a black hard rear compartment with a new OEM rear speaker kit installed.
  20. kbrandsma
    Anybody heard about winter storage with gasoline that contains ethanol?
  21. kbrandsma
    To get the blank plate out, just use both thumbs and fore fingers and squeeze the four posts at the corners and pull out. You don't have to squueze very hard and sometimes a little rocking motion helps. Also you can run the wires for the backlight on the new switch either under, over or behind the PCM.
  22. kbrandsma
    Orient Express has come to the rescue. The specs and everything you need can be found in a Technical Bulletin (0913), entilted, "Assembly and Use of the Hardtop/Wheel Storage System. Thanks Orient Expess!
  23. kbrandsma
    BUMP
  24. kbrandsma
    AOS and/or Bellows. Run a search and see if that helps.
  25. kbrandsma
    You also need the 986 rear hard compartment. I have a used black one in like new condition with a brand new OEM PNA-986 KIT rear speaker kit installed. PM me if interested in more info or photos.
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