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Hmm... the system has a pressure relief valve too.

If your cap part number is not 01 or newer then it should be replaced. I guess you can give it a try and let us know if it works.

Loren,

The part # is 996 106 447 01. Obviously, it is an 01 cap.

Hmm... the system has a pressure relief valve too.

If your cap part number is not 01 or newer then it should be replaced. I guess you can give it a try and let us know if it works.

I'll do that........

Thanks

I meant it is still possible that you have a bad water pump. You will likely know when you remove the hose. If you see gray plastic pieces (from the water pump impeller) then you should replace the water pump and flush the cooling system.

Old Porsche coolant yellow/green.

New Porsche coolant red/pink.

Yes, Porsche coolants can be mixed.

Thanks again Loren. I called my mechanic and he said that it was a bad radiator cap. Is that a possibility too?

Paul

Loren,

I ordered the hose. Curiosity, what did you mean by larger problems? Obviously, the hose is cavitating, but I don't know what would cause that. The hose is about 18" long w/ 10" of it collapsed.

When I install the hose, does the entire system need to be flushed? The current coolant appears to be green/yellow. When I called SunCoast Porshe, I was told the current coolant color is red. Can the two coolants be mixed together?

Bought one at Kragen. It is an invaluable tool!

Hmm... a 9 year old hose...

Age and wear is one possibility, Or a water pump that has broken impeller blades (now stuck somewhere).

I would replace the hose (before it blows out) and see if the new one collapses too. If it does, then you may have a larger problem.

I'll do that. Most likely, it is the original hose. First I'll warm the car up to operating temperature and see if the hose 'opens up'. I had the air box out when the engine was cold and noticed it. I dropped a screw into the engine compartment and you know how fun that can be......

Thank You,

Paul

This is for you Loren.

I have a 1999 C2 6-speed. I removed the air filter housing and noticed that a water hose (possibly 2" ID), on the left hand side - running vertically, is collapsed in the middle of the hose. The car runs fine and no issues w/ cooling.

Why would it be collapsed?

On a North American car they are side markers, not tun signals. But there is a hack you can do to make them blink.

do you have a link to the hack?

Loren, I have a 99 c2 SP Carrera. the temperature gauge needle is constant in the middle of the '0' in 180. I'm in Southern CA. Both front fans run when warmed up, but I have not witnessed the engine compartment fan running.

When exactly does it turn on? Obviously, there must be a certain temp that activates it. Do you know what that would be?

http://www.renntech.org/forums/index.php?s...ost&p=72289

Thank you Loren!

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I am trying to purchase a rear 99 996 bumper from across the US (MA to CA) and need a shipping box. Does anyone have one or any good suggestions?

Thank You,

Paul

www.apexcompetition.com

These guys make stud conversion kits used by some 996 & 997 Koni Cup teams.

Just completed the job. Go to:

www.WSIAZ.com

(480) 968-1314 ask for Brad @ x.118

I bought the H&R #HS-LS1454005 14MMX1.5 studs "40mm". I bought (20) studs, which includes the threads pre-dipped in Locktitet Red.

You will also have to purchase the Porsche Magnesium nuts too. Go here:

http://www.wheelenhancement.com/index.php?t=AccLugsLocks

Scroll down and you will find a great selection. Ask for Allen

NOTE: I installed 7MM H&R spacers which mandated the 40MM studs.

I'm in the process of converting my 99 C2 to WHEEL STUDS, versus Factory wheel bolts. Does anyone know where to find the studs I'm looking for?

Not seen one, but you can be the first.

http://www.renntech.org/forums/index.php?s...mp;hl=cam+cover

It looks do-able from my research and I will take pics. Do you know the cam holder part no? Is the block marked for TDC?

So you're going to take a go of it? My PPI revealed that I have the same problem. I will find out how much my mechanic will charge and offer accordingly (haven't purchased yet).