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  1. nghiaho58
    I have a question regarding a strange noise of my 2000 C2 Cab. When I started my car and let it warms up in the morning (car at park) I hear a strange noise (don't know how to explain) in the engine bay. It seems like the noise is coming from the motor or pump (?) at the lower left corner of the the engine bay. This strange noise happened only for about 1-2 minutes and it went away and engine runs as normal as its temperature reach toward 180. Do you know what is this strange noise and is it normal or it indicates something is going wrong? In addition, what is the device (motor or pump) located at he lower left corner of the engine bay? Thank you in advance for your help. Nghia :renntech:
  2. nghiaho58
    How old is your clutch in term of mileage? May be your clutch was worn out to the point about to make noise and unlucky for the mechanic who drove your car for test at the wrong time. Prior to the test did you smell something like brake burnt odor from the car?
  3. nghiaho58
    Have you look at craigslist.org? I found some here from Santa Barbara, Los Angeles and Orange County. http://slo.craigslist.org/cto/1564529291.html http://slo.craigslist.org/ctd/1549996427.html http://slo.craigslist.org/cto/1548366262.html http://santabarbara.craigslist.org/cto/1569735092.html http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/cto/1570640817.html http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/ctd/1570456042.html http://orangecounty.craigslist.org/cto/1570319292.html http://orangecounty.craigslist.org/ctd/1565559559.html http://orangecounty.craigslist.org/cto/1551496325.html http://orangecounty.craigslist.org/ctd/1564649418.html Good luck!
  4. nghiaho58
    I would pass on this car and look for another one. There are so many cars like this one on the market and in my opinion offering mid-$20Ks for this car is to much . Just want to share with you that I bought my 2000 C2, Cab, 6speed, 54K miles, like new conditions with brand new engine and clutch (installed by Russnak) at 47k miles in Nov 2008 for $24K. Keep looking....good luck! Nghia
  5. nghiaho58
    MY please...if it is 02+, the fuel filter is part of the fuel pump and is not normally changed. May be it is a dumb question; what is MY (like MY01 or MY02) stands for? :( Thanks Nghia Model Year...better for identifying the car specs as the purchase year could be different. Got it. Thanks!
  6. nghiaho58
    I am happy for you :D . Good car. BTW, what is the year and model of your car? Have you ever tracked or raced it?
  7. nghiaho58
    I found this link where you can download the Porsche manual and other good stuffs about Porsche. http://www.cannell.co.uk/Manuals.htm Good luck and enjoy your Porsche. Nghia
  8. nghiaho58
    Hi Loren. Speaking about 60K service, must we change the transmission (manual) oil at 60K miles or at 90K miles? Thanks. Nghia Ho For MY2000 996 - every 90,000 miles. Thanks. :renntech:
  9. nghiaho58
    MY please...if it is 02+, the fuel filter is part of the fuel pump and is not normally changed. May be it is a dumb question; what is MY (like MY01 or MY02) stands for? :( Thanks Nghia
  10. nghiaho58
    Hi Loren. Speaking about 60K service, must we change the transmission (manual) oil at 60K miles or at 90K miles? Thanks. Nghia Ho
  11. nghiaho58
    I suggest that you should clean the battery terminals (+ and -) as well as the matting connectors on the cables using battery termial wired brush tool. It seems like there was corrosion film that insulated the battery cable connector and the battery terminal. During re-installation, make sure you do couple twist and push motions to ensure tight fit then tighten the connector nut.
  12. nghiaho58
    Thanks for the advices you guys. I will stop by a local Porsche dealer today to see if they have 2010 calendars and will give me one since my car have not been serviced by them.
  13. nghiaho58
    I have a slope drive way and her are steps that I used to changed oil on my 00 C2 last time. I put the Rhino ramps on the driveway slope and backed rear wheels of the car onto the ramp. This gives the car very much level. Drained all or as much oil as I can. Removed and replaced oil filter. Filled in about 8 to 8 1/2 quarts of oil then drove the car off the ramp to a level driveway. Turned off the engine and went get a cold beer. Finished the beer then check the oil level. Added oil to spec. and test drove the car.
  14. nghiaho58
    The year of 2010 is coming up, I wish everyone doing well. Merry Christmas and happy New year to all of you. I am looking for a Porsche 2010 calendar or any calendar that has Porsche cars. Do you know where or which web site I can buy one? I live in SoCal and like to buy it from a store. Thanks. Nghia Ho
  15. nghiaho58
    All I can say is your are a great father and please send my salute to your son; one of our soldiers. As I read your story I was affraid that your dream car end up with a blown engine but it is good that it end up in the good hands of another Posche lovers. Well, some dreams come and go some comes and stay. The most important thing is we enjoy our dream when it came and not suffer when it gone. I wish your dream will come true again shortly. Nghia
  16. nghiaho58
    What kind of injector cleaner do you use? I am afraid of using the none OEM (not Porsche approved) brand which may cause more damage than good. Thanks!
  17. nghiaho58
    Check the plastic window. Make sure the outside seam around the window still intact and does not show any sign of separation. Replacing plastic window can cost you around $700 and the new top can cost you at least three time more. Make sure the top comes up and down smoothly. Make a habit to look at engine, check oil level, water level at least one a week or at each gas fill up. Always check the floor right under the engine for any sign of leak drops. Not saying the car is bad but it is better to see sign of issue before it is too late. My is 2000 C2 Cab and had new engine put in at 47K miles. I hope this will not happen to other Porsche new and current owners. Have fun with your new car : B)
  18. nghiaho58
    Check the plastic window. Make sure the outside seam around the window still intact and does not show any sign of separation. Replacing plastic window can cost you around $700 and the new top can cost you at least three time more. Make sure the top comes up and down smoothly. Make a habit to look at engine, check oil level, water level at least one a week or at each gas fill up. Always check the floor right under the engine for any sign of leak drops. Not saying the car is bad but it is better to see sign of issue before it is too late. My is 2000 C2 Cab and had new engine put in at 47K miles. I hope this will not happen to other Porsche new and current owners. Have fun with your new car. :renntech: B)
  19. nghiaho58
    So, this is how I understand your guideline: 1. Never drive the car below 2000 RPM's. 2. Shift at 3000 RPM when cold and 4000 RPM's when warm. 3. Once awhile drive at 5000 - 6000 RPM's (watch for cop) or rev it up to 5000-6000? If revving then how long to keep it at 5000-6000 RPM's. This is really interesting guideline. One of the Porsche Tech told me that don't drive the Porsche like a Camry or Accord. Drive it hard (not like racing) and occasionally drive it at 5000-6000 RPM's, of course at an open road and no CHP arround. This will make the car more reliable because this is the way the car was designed. And based on this thread I see daily driving Porsches are more reliable than the low miles Porsches, especially the ones has mileage between 40K -50K. MY is 2000 C2 and has new engine/cluth at 47K miles. It is now has 57K miles and I am driving it hard when ever I have a chance. :D Thanks for the guideline. :cheers:
  20. nghiaho58
    Hi Loren. Would I see the same problem as Dammad if I switch K&N air filter element back to OEM filter? I think it should not but I like to confirm by a pro :) My car is 2000 C2
  21. nghiaho58
    I got the 2006 S Carrera. It had 18k miles when I got it. It's like a new car. Everything is spotless. I love it. It's an awesome car. Doing my first maintenance this weekend. Changing air filter and pollen filter. Only thing i have done to it is changed out the orange side markers to smoked and added the colored Porsche crest wheel caps. It's metallic black so it keeps me busy keeping it perfect. :o Not going to mod this one. Will keep for 2 years and then get the next gen I am happy for you... :jump: Black is the most beautiful color for sport car. Can you share this pictures of your car with us?
  22. nghiaho58
    I live in Corona. Did you get the 997 Porsche and what year? :D
  23. nghiaho58
    Thanks for the tip. I already spent about $80 for K/N filter and only used it only for about 2000 miles. For your suggestion, I like to put back the original air filter but in the same time don't want to waste my money that I spent on the K&N filter. Do you think I could sell this K&N filter to someone or just toss it away? BTW, my 2000 C2 has new engine put in at 47K miles and now it has 57K miles. According to the Rusknak dealer in Pasadena, the original engine has porosity in the block which caused oil and water mixed up. I heard that you had big problem on your 2000 and sold it. Did your 2000 had the same problem of mine?
  24. nghiaho58
    What if we use the K&N air filter but do not apply their red oil on the filter element after cleaned? Would this be same as the stock filter in term of filtering and flow restriction? The reason I ask because I replaced the stock filter with the K&N filter for over 2000 miles and have not noticed anything different. In my opinion, it is time consuming and pain in the rear to clean the K&N filter. BTW, my car is 2000 C2.
  25. nghiaho58
    Thanks Loren. BTW, How do I make a contribution to Renntech.org?
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