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No problem then. If I remember correctly, I think it was the older 996 1999-2001 service manuals and parts manuals that were all over the place. I was finally able to find the newer ones but don't want to cause an issue.

Thank you Loren, dont want to cause any problems. Anyone know if they are in the public domain now because of age? I dont see a copyright warning.

Loren I will be happy to PM you my links and let you approve before I post them.

I might be wrong but I think Pelican is still selling the Ceramic Hybrid, OEM type bearing, and tools. Guess I better hurry and buy mine because there is no way in hell I would pay any shop to do this job. Correction, I did order so I know they still sell them.

I have one that is 99-2001, and one that is 99-2005, some misc., TT, GT3, etc.

If I am correct, technically thats not the AOS. It is just referred to as an "oil separator" or "oil-vap. separator" and part of the emission system. AOS also refers to the parts in the engine sump. I hope these pics help.

Loren and guys, I have several 996 service manuals stored in .pdf format but not sure where to post links or the correct section to include them.

Suggestions or guidance please so as not to violate TOS for forum?

Yes, thank you. I posted lite grease because you should not use any of the thicker types or wheel bearing grease. I will pull the unit again after awhile and check on the bearings. I tested it before reinstall and its super quite except for the silly vacuum cleaner sound.

Wardhog, man that is awful. I have the exact same car but with 56,000 miles. I too was considering doing the IMSB myself at an upcoming clutch change. Did you have any symptoms at all before failure? Leaks, odd noises, etc? Please post more info and/or pics if you have anything. I know it sucks but maybe others can learn something from you.

OK, I feel better knowing 80% to 90% is normal. I thought the same about pumping through the system but thankfully I didnt have intermix it felt it might be overkill for a regular maint. flush. Thanks for the tips. I have some others to post including a complete PS fluid flush I have never seen done before, so hopefully it will be approved. Thanks again. This forum is a gold mine for the DIY guys or those willing to learn.

JFP, for some reason the Airlift guide said 20 or 30 seconds (not sure which). I did wait a little longer until I was sure. I can edit that part if allowed.

logray, I did mention the heater on HI and did this on mine. Maybe I need to clarify that part. I just wasnt sure if it helped or not. Your right, it is very difficult to get all the coolant out. I drained the rads from the bottom hose too but still missed @1 gallon somewhere but not sure. No indication of air in system so far.

I was curious if anyone else measured the exact amount they were able to get out without a more extensive disassemble of the system. If I change the water pump and T-stat soon, I will do it again and measure more carefully.

I submitted a DIY coolant flush but is there something I need to do to get it approved?

I did the same. A little extra weight was not a concern, so installed the largest battery that would fit. I used the last hole for the mount and as Chuck and fpb said, you can hold a nut under the tray from the end.

I found out the hard way about Rennlist. The most important subjects seem to be nonsense about naming your car and other BS. I guess thats what the Rennlist forum is for, just generic P-car talk and not really any serious DIY projects. Oh well, lesson learned. I have several DIY's I will be posting soon. Thanks for making me fell welcome on the "Tech" forum. The information here is fantastic.

I thought I saw the "rain sensor" wiring diagram in the manual. Now I will have to look again.

Dharn, do you have any links to dyno runs of some of the headers? So its safe to say, aftermarket headers would only benefit track use? If so, I wont bother. Thanks.

I have some very detailed specific DIY's with photos that I would like to share in the appropriate forum. I had posted some in the 996 forum at Rennlist but they were ridiculed by some of the "experts" who wouldnt dream of turning a wrench. I didnt realize at the time that the Rennlist 996 forum is not a Tech forum for DIY'ers so I guess it was my fault.

I tried to make sure my DIY's are not repeats of what was previously posted here unless they have something more to offer. They are on my 2003 996 C4S. I do not want to post these in the wrong section here and cause a similar problem as at Rennlist 996 forum. The DIY's are such as: Power Steering fluid complete flush, motor mounts, cooling system flush with Airlift, under body parts, front dif fluid change, etc., and some others.

So, any tip or protocol on posting DIY's? If you tell me dont even bother as youve seen them all, I wont be offended.

Ventura, can you be more specific? I was also looking at some of the lower cost headers and wondering if theres any power gain at all?

I have one and it is worth the cost. Great info.

Hey Stakeman, what was the part number for the clutch align tool at Oreillys, please?