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Agree with Loren....On my last several 996's I don't think I ever got that many miles on the rear tires, so you are doing good with 11K IMO... My last one had 27000 miles and I was on my 4th set of tires, and I tried a variety from Pirelli to Continental to Bridgestone

Might want to do a search on this site, as I think someone covered the process for bleeding these down etc. Example DC

Not sure what the L&N Engineering parts are. To be clear, my information is based on OEM Porsche parts. Total is for all parts and includes: 900-067-369-09 screws 999-073-091-01 screws 997-101-212-01 Shaft Sealing Ring 996-104-215-54 Cyl Head Cup Seals 900-123-147-30 Seal Ring 900-380-019-02 Hex Nuts 999-385-004-01 Torx screws 900-385-275-09 Torx screws 996-105-017-02 Shaft Base (most expensive part at $62.75) Total@ OEM Cost = $130.56 Have no info on L&N.

Don't know anything relating to your second question, but as far as changing the Rear Main Seal and Intermediate Shaft Seal while you are doing a clutch, I would say absolutely! The labor for the R&R of the Engine and transmission are most of the cost. The approximate cost of the needed upgrade (which is several redesigns at this point) is about $125.00. There are updated pan screws, seals, and rings that with the latest version seem to be pretty solid. After about 6 tries it appears that they finally got it right! So for ~$125 additional parts and just minor add'l labor, I would definitely replace. Good luck! DC

So...To Loren's point, if you have a 5% deviation allowed the following would apply: You have current total diameter of 18" + (2 X (.40X 225MM) = 18" + (2 X (.40 X 8.858") = 25.0864" Diameter with your existing set up. You can add 5% which would allow 26.34072". So your suggested set up with 45 ratio tires would put you at 25.9722", so you should be OK assuming they fit in your wheel opening OK. Hope that helps! DC

Thanks for the input. I think you are referring to the Ackerman effect that is caused by two different arcs when you turn. Inside arc smaller than outside and the two try to travel at different speeds....In short, a geometry issue. I have heard of that as well and you may be right in most cases. This also used to happen on my Cayenne, and after new tires it stopped, even in the cold weather here in Illinois. Mine sounded a bit more mechanical and when I spoke to the Porsche Dealer today they advised they had parts ordered (though I had them checking several items). I was thinking my popping was a joint, but with new tires who knows? Will update when I pick up my car around this weekend. DC

Hi There, I have attached 2 images for you. One is from the PET Porsche Parts Catalog and one from a Porsche parts website. Please look at the diagrams and also go to the the link provided below where you can look up your parts and purchase online. They usually have really good prices and ship quickly. You will need to include your VIN and they can ensure you get the right part. Porsche Parts Good Luck DC

I am bringing it in to the dealer tomorrow and will post the results. Mine seems to be on hard turns back or forwards, and seems to be coming from the right side. DC

Hi From the VIN you provided your car is Carrera Coupe S. 997-1 Model Year 2006. Engine Code M97.01 3.8 Liter built in 2005 and Trans. Code A97.01. I attached a pdf with this information and all of the original option codes as ordered from Porsche for your VIN. Hope this helps. DC tmp.pdf

Depending on your setup I can offer two suggestions: 1.) If you do not have a CD changer, but do have a CR-22, CDR-22 (BE4467), CR-220 and CDR-220 (not CDR-210) Radios. you can buy an adapter here: Becker MP3 Player Adapter You pull your head unit out and plug this in and then you can play any MP3 player in the AUX mode of your stereo as if it was a CD changer. 2.) You can replace the head unit with a Blaupunkt Brisbane SD player that plays SD disks and actually has the same connections as the factory stereos. Easy install. eBay example Good luck. DC

Not sure if this helps, but the owner's manual seems to indicate some normal consumption is expected and varies based on conditions (including your driving style and oil used). I realize your car isn't brand new, but here is some verbiage from the manual that would appear that you are OK. Engine oil and fuel consumption During the break-in period oil and fuel consumption may be higher than normal. As always, the rate of oil consumption depends on the quality and viscosity of oil, the speed at which the engine is operated, the climate and road conditions, as well as the amount of dilution and oxidation of the lubricant. Make a habit of checking engine oil with every refueling, add if necessary. Engine oil consumption up to 1.5 liters/1000 km (1.6 quarts/622 miles) Engine oil consumption It is normal for your engine to consume oil. The rate of oil consumption depends on the quality and viscosity of oil, the speed at which the engine is operated, the climate, road conditions as well as the amount of dilution and oxidation of the lubricant. If the vehicle is used for repeated short trips, and consumes a normal amount of oil, the engine oil measurement may not show any drop in the oil level at all, even after 600 miles (1,000 km) or more. This is because the oil is gradually becoming diluted with fuel or moisture, making it appear that the oil level has not changed. The diluting ingredients evaporate out when the vehicle is driven at high speeds, as on an expressway, making it then appear that oil is excessively consumed after driving at high speeds. If the conditions you drive your vehicle in are dusty, humid, or hot, the frequency of the oil change intervals should be greater. If the vehicle is driven at a high rate of speed, climatic conditions are warm, and the load is high, the oil should be checked more frequently, as driving conditions will determine the rate of oil consumption. It would seem that you are fine. Depending on conditions of inner parts, it is possible that some wear could be causing increased consumption, but you seem to be in normal range here based on the limited information. Hope that helps. DC

HI, Suncoast Porsche sells them on their website and on eBay brand new for 996 & 997 $29.95 plus shipping. They are great to deal with and ship quickly. Good luck.. DC

Not sure what year you have, what stereo system, Cabrio or coupe? At any rate I have attached the diagram that should apply to your amp location. Should be in the bonnet (trunk in front) just behind where the spare tire is located and behind a metal shield. You should do a search on this site as lots of folks have had lots of discussions about preferences, challenges, and issues with the stereo systems. If you have the MOST set up or BOSE it will be even more complicated. Many choose to just replace all components due to the odd 6 channel configuration. Good luck, and remember to do a search here as there is already lots of info. DC

Hi, I do not notice any issues or funny noises, but notice when I turn very sharp (like into the driveway etc.) the front end seems to have a slight popping feel. If it makes any sound it is very faint, but you can feel a popping in the front. The car has around 19K miles and chrono plus if that matters. My question is simply, is this normal due to the large wheels (19") and tires coupled with the AWD? Or should I be concerned and or bring to Dealer 1 hour away? I notice no other issues when driving and only noise is on hard turns ( not fast turns). Thanks in advance for any suggestions/thoughts. DC Also....The weather is extremely cold right now (near or below 0)...Wondering if the tires are making the noise due to the cold?

Not sure on polishing them, but you can get a set L/R online for about $85 with shipping. I think (key word) they apply like most film (3M) where you spray a water/soap mix on the car and on the film. Position them, and then squeegee with a credit card or plastic squeegee, then maybe dry with a dryer or lightly with a heat gun? I peeled mine off my Turbo with a hair dryer and no trouble at all...It was scary how easy they came off! Then realized they put them on for a reason...The paint gets nicked up quickly, so I am waiting on a set to replace them now. Good luck. See the photo with the part ID etc. DC

Glad you got in! Not sure if this applies to 2002, but on the new 997 TT there is a manual hood release in the fuse panel door near the driver door hinges under the dash. May check your owner's manual to verify. May help for next time? Or maybe this is why the new ones have the release! :) DC

First of all....Looks like you put a lot of work into this item, so kudos for that. If you are looking for feedback, I would honestly not want that in either of my Carrera's, Cayenne, or Boxster. Looks very odd sticking out of the side of the console like that. Appears it would really get in the way of any passenger you might have. Just my 2 cents since you asked for feedback. Good job on your effort, just personally don't think it looks practical. Good luck to you..

No secrets. Should just pop out the amber. Pop out the bulb/socket. Put bulb/socket in new clear housing and snap back in. There are some cheaper verssions on eBay that I think are from China? They may have issues if you are not using your original bulbs/sockets. Also clear replacement bulbs look nicer than the amber bulbs in the clear housings...IMHO. Good luck

You are welcome....Glad you solved the problem. You may be able to just use a butt connector and splice your wire back together, or perhaps some heat shrink. Donnie

Not sure what this could be. The attached document may help you at least get it apart and perhaps diagnose your issue. Has about everything on the seats in a Cayenne. It is a larger file so be patient. Need Adobe Acrobat Reader to open. Good luck Donnie SEATS.pdf

HI... Not sure exactly what you are looking for, but you can find a variety of sizes of Porsche Logo Patches on eBay for very little $$. Then just have one sewn on your jacket. eBay Patches A thought anyway. DC

Was not sure if anyone outside of illinois would know about Peoria, so that is why I said Chicago "area". I actually drive to the north side of Peoria on Route 6 and there is a Sud's Mercedes, Porsche, Audi, VW dealer there. Very nice place and very nice people to deal with. They do all the work (that I do not do myself), on both my Carreras and my Cayenne. They are very honest and reasonable. The mechanic there also has experience and is willing to install superchargers and other aftermarket mods.

This may sound crazy....I also had a popping when turning at slow speeds. Sounded very mechanical and serious. While it was still under warranty, I took it to the Porsche Dealer and asked them to fix it. After a short time the Porsche dealer said that they used two different tires on these Cayennes....I think one was Bridgestone and another brand ( Continental??). I was lucky enough to have the brand that caused this terrible noise when turning. I thought what you are probably thinking..No way that noise is just a tire...But they said it was common....But of course in true Porsche fashion, would not cover it under warranty! Since the tires were nearly shot at only 7500 miles, I replaced mine with a less "sticky" (harder rubber compound) Bridgestone and had an alignment done as they said it needed it at 7500 miles...Again, not covered. Believe it or not, I have never heard that noise again. Not sure if this is what you have, but sure sounds like the same noise I had under the same conditions. Seemed to be worse when weather was cold also. Hope that helps? DC