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So with much appreciated help from Loren providing list of wiring codes for the optical wavelength required for my system; I finally have everything I need. I got hold of the technical installation manual from Porsche and all seems fairly easy except for replacing the current optical wire with the new one I just acquired. There is a big round break mechanism that is blocking the current wire attached to the plenum with some sort of pins which cannot be reached easily nor removed. The part has a torx screw holding it to the panel but I dont know if that is the only thing; and should I worry about removing this pieces? (sorry if I sound like an amateur not knowing what it is!) - I could take a picture if necessary. Once thats out of the way, I shouldn't have any issues re-routing the new wires and attaching the mounts/changer etc; then to the dealer for PIWIS programming! thanks in advance Sam

I think he meant to say, he bought the car AFTER it had caught on fire; at an auction. Probably the reason he got it that cheap.

8 to 9.5 * 19 rims will fit the 235 35 R19s tires without problem; however..... 10.5 to 11.5 * 19 rims will fit the 295 30 R19s from tire size charts so assuming my charts are correct, your rims are too wide for the 295 tire and would need 305 or even 315s... what size tires did you have on the back? Sam

Personally, as an S driver I wouldn't give up the S and the options/extras that comes with it for a 4 - thought if you are going to drive it during winter :o then it could definitely come in handy. But the again if you are going to grab a set of snows it will make huge difference in handling on the 2S. I have never driven mine on snow so cannot comment on that. I do enjoy the PASM a lot, and the additional horse power that comes with the S. My 2cents Sam

Okay so I have been looking around and currently have access to the following with fair pricing: 1) OEM porsche exhaust system including the sport exhaust tips 2) Borla Performance Cat-Back System with 3.5in Borla Tips I can get them for virtually the same cost shipped to me, so my dilema is which to pick? I like the fact that you can turn on/off the sport exhaust for the quietER drive at nights and certain routes/company and the tips look good as well imo; however, the Borla gives you increased horsepower but stays on constantly and sounds quite different. Questions to the techies on the forum, my car comes equipped with the spors chrono plus package, will the installation of the OEM sport exhaust require additional wiring to the dash for the sport button to open/close the manifold valve or is this already pre-wired with the sports chrono ? Borla option: Sport Exhaust option:

montego is right, if your tips look like the pic I have attached you do have the sport exhaust especially if you hear the 'ROAR' after you hit on the sport button.

Awesome video, thanks for sharing. The Macadamia is my fav colour and flat white. I'm taking my c2s on the track next month! Can't wait Sam

Same here, I thought it was tires/breaks combo - it is distinctive but not overwhelming enough to call it 'smell'

yes they are, they are matte/silver and the wheels are shiny, but they still look good. Sam

:o A good dealer would not charge for this obvious warranty/Porsche fault. Loren, That $65 is the least of my worries, they are going try and get my 'stuck' CD out of the PCM if not replacement is $2600 for the complete new unit! I say bull... my warranty was over 04/30/09 car has 25kmiles Sam

Does anyone have any more info on this "hand-over reset" I'm having the exact same issues (mentioned in another thread). Kind of glad they're not separate issues, never-the-less still a problem. Thanks Sam What do you want to know? Basically they just run a program the PIWIS that inventories the control units in the car and resets them to their new car delivery state. It is a no brainer. have just made an appointment with my Porsche dealer to go in and do the hand-over reset, cost $65. Will update this thread with results sam

Okay I will clean up the car and take some pics with the bumper on for you guys, I have attached original pics of the vehicle on the day of the pick up, after rim installs (last Thursday) and mirror covers. image 1 image 2 image 3 Sam

Does anyone have any more info on this "hand-over reset" I'm having the exact same issues (mentioned in another thread). Kind of glad they're not separate issues, never-the-less still a problem. Thanks Sam

Yes, buy a MY2006 or newer - the engine problems were sorted by then. If an '06 is out of your range, doesn't hurt to look at the 05s so long as it has (or you buy) a warranty. Not speaking from personal experience, but I made sure my C2S had a warranty (CPO) and would've bought one if it didn't. After seeing some of the failed bearing, d-chunk and other lovely pictures of grenaded low-mi engines here it was imperative. For your warranty choices, ask your local OPC sales guy for a brochure on what they sell. They'll mark it up $1000 or more, so talk them down to something reasonable or buy it directly if that's possible. Going with the OPC's choice of warranty means you're less likely to get hassle if your car is towed in dropping oil and parts. M. I second everyone's opinion. I currently own a 2005 CS2, and it runs perfectly fine with 35,000km on it (haven't had any problems with my engine), however after everything I read on the internet I wouldn't be caught dead without a warranty on it!!! Good thread, I have owned an 05 C2S cab for about 3 weeks as well, engine and all other drivetrain comps run perfectly, few issues on having 1) heated seats dont work 2) homelink doesnt work 3) my CD is stuck in the PCM! as of a couple of days ago and wont eject (this seems like a common problem) now get this, my warranty expired Apr 31st 2009, the car has 40,000km (25,000 mi) on it... what do you guys suggest? can I buy extended warranty from porsche? any pricing on this? Sam

still fiddling with this and no luck, I've tried prying the cd out as well but dont want to get too aggressive with it and damage the anything ( i dont care about the CD at all ) - any other ideas? Sam

The aerocup kit front bumper seems to be different than the GT3 front bumper where the GT3 one has a top grill opening. Can i order that separately? will it fit? A: I ordered the GT3 RS front bumper from my porsche dealer, other parts you need for this are: 1) the difuser for the bottom (plastic peace that attaches to the bottom of the bumper and is flexible plastic which you can paint the same color as the bumper or leave black) this piece is about $300 2) the from bumper air vent which is what you are talking about and its $36 retail and $32 dealer cost if you want your paint/body/mechanic shop order it for you the above package are 3 separate parts. As far as the rear bumper you cannot fit it on your C2S since you have the exaust separated on each side where as for the GT3 it sits in the middle, so you'd have to look at an aftermarket one that has the vents like the GT3 but hollows for tips on each end. Ground clearance is different just because the GT3 sits lower, so depending on the bumper you order may or may not sit a bit lower than what your OEM bumper has. I have an 05 C2S cab with the front completely changed to a GT3 RS, I will send you before and after pics, looks unbelievable! definitely worth every penny spent. Sam

it is a burnt disk, but I have been ejecting it fine the past couple of weeks. I have tried with a dental pick but it seems the CD sits slightly lower with respect to the opening so would have to get under it somehow to pry it up towards the eject roller... how did you get this to work? and do you have a PCM or the older style unit? Thanks Sam

So I've had my car for over 2 weeks now and this morning I tried ejecting my CD and nothing. The CD plays just fine but will not eject. I have used this CD before and ejected just fine but will not anymore... anyone has any opinions? I've tried everything, shutting off the car, taking out the fuse, shutting down the PCM... Everything else works fine with the system. Thanks in advance Sam

Thank you Loren, So it seems that I need 997.622.712.00 can you please confirm to make sure I ordered the correct wiring. Thanks again for the quick, prompt and helpful reply! Sam 997-1 C2 only

Hi guys, Very useful thread, I was hoping somebody could help/confirm the optical wire I need for the following application: I have a 2005 C2S cab (997) with PCM, the PCM does have navi/phone buttons but I do not think either are hooked up ( I do not have a nav unit in the loggage compartment ). I purchased the CDC4 changer/mount etc but the wire I have does not work since I have the amp/booster. The instruction manual I have reads 997.622.712.00 Optical waveguide LWL, without nav unit, is this what I need? if so it is not listed above. I basically need a 1 to 2 optical wire if that makes sense since I need it to hook up to both the booster and the changer. I found a post on this forum for the 996 but are not sure if it will be the same as 997 or not since the installation tech manual does not include some of those part numbers listed there Thanks for your help in advance Sam

Hi guys, Very useful thread, I was hoping somebody could help/confirm the optical wire I need for the following application: I have a 2005 C2S cab (997) with PCM, the PCM does have navi/phone buttons but I do not think either are hooked up ( I do not have a nav unit in the loggage compartment ). I purchased the CDC4 changer/mount etc but the wire I have does not work since I have the amp/booster. The instruction manual I have reads 997.622.712.00 Optical waveguide LWL, without nav unit, is this what I need? if so it is not listed above. I basically need a 1 to 2 optical wire if that makes sense since I need it to hook up to both the booster and the changer. Thanks for your help in advance Sam