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  1. valfam
    I just did a by=pass on my friends 99 and it rounds really good when you step on it but just driving around its pretty quite.
  2. valfam
    I just bought my 996 last Friday and it only had one key and the remote does not unlock or lock the doors I can use the key. I see the light blink when I hit the button, but unlike my friends when he unlock the car his blinks rapidly not just one blink. What shops are you guys taking the car to get the key programed? I called a shop in Miami and they said it can only be the dealer I called the dealer and they want $600 for a new key. So far I have done the following. I replaced the battery – I put the battery in backwards – started the car and hit the lock unlock button. I’m going to try to remove the cars battery and check the fuse on the control box under the seat.
  3. valfam
    I think when ever possible one should use what the OEM uses. the way I look at it. if the OEM part lasted 10 years then I guess I will get another 10 years of a new OEM part. Of course if there is a problem with the OEM part and they aftermarket has a fix for it then go aftermarket. Thanks. I think it's the regulator but I thought it came with the motor.Good you have the right thinking. You had me worried when you mentioned pepboys :)No, the motor is a separate part which is like $400+ I would like to find a local shop to give my business too, I don't like to order everything via the Internet. I need to start looking for a few local shops to buy supplies. I have seen online the prices for the regulator, I will be getting that soon. Oh I have a questions. when I open the passenger side door the glass does not go down the 10MM or so the glass hits the top of the rain channel, could that be caused by the bad regulator? Not sure. Maybe someone else can chime in. I think there's a micro-switch behind the door handle (inside the door) that activates the lowering feature when the door handle is pulled. At least that's how I think it works. Yes I did read about that, I think I will look into the micro switch when I replace the regulator.
  4. valfam
    It has 61500 or so miles on it now. Adding plugs to my list. what are the tubes and O-rings. Remember new to Porsche's. Yes I have seen how much keys are. but I have to have one good working key. Plus its a Porsche you want to play you have to pay.
  5. valfam
    I think when ever possible one should use what the OEM uses. the way I look at it. if the OEM part lasted 10 years then I guess I will get another 10 years of a new OEM part. Of course if there is a problem with the OEM part and they aftermarket has a fix for it then go aftermarket. Thanks. I think it's the regulator but I thought it came with the motor.Good you have the right thinking. You had me worried when you mentioned pepboys :)No, the motor is a separate part which is like $400+ I would like to find a local shop to give my business too, I don't like to order everything via the Internet. I need to start looking for a few local shops to buy supplies. I have seen online the prices for the regulator, I will be getting that soon. Oh I have a questions. when I open the passenger side door the glass does not go down the 10MM or so the glass hits the top of the rain channel, could that be caused by the bad regulator?
  6. valfam
    I think when ever possible one should use what the OEM uses. the way I look at it. if the OEM part lasted 10 years then I guess I will get another 10 years of a new OEM part. Of course if there is a problem with the OEM part and they aftermarket has a fix for it then go aftermarket. Thanks. I think it's the regulator but I thought it came with the motor.
  7. valfam
    Hello I drove home my new 2000 996 hardtop. Wow I love the car. This is the first car I have ever owned and it’s amazing I have always driven SUV's. I am starting a list of things that I need to fix and do, and I would like your opinion on what I should do and use. I'm not sure how it was maintained before, but it looks to be very well maintained but who really knows, I would like to do a few things but I’m not sure what fluids would be recommended and where I can get them, I’m not sure if Advanced Auto or Pep Boys would carry something I can use. Well here is my list of little things in no particular order plus a few big things. As always thanks for your opinion. New floor mats and trunk mat. (I'm looking at Porsche OEM mats and a Lloyd trunk mat)Remove old tints.Install new tints.A Second key with working remote.Fix the 1st key to remote lock and unlock car.Clean up head lights.Change antifreeze.Change brake fluid.IMS bearing. Just in case.Change 12 volt power outlet. On order!Replace air filter.Replace cabin filter.Change oil and filter. I think the window motor on the passenger side has seen better days, I think that will be at the top of the todo list soon, it’s making noise and the window does not go down very far when you open the door and it hits the molding.
  8. valfam
    On my todo List. Is the clear coat spray?
  9. valfam
    That's pretty sweet. Add to list.
  10. valfam
    I would like to know this also the 996 I'm buying on Friday has a sun roof, WOW 2K to fix it I don't think I will be using it very often.
  11. valfam
    I have already learned quite a bit about the IMS problem, I think that will be the first thing I do to the 2000 996 I'm going to buy. I I'm not sure what Bore scoring is I guess I have more to read. Oh I do have a ton of questons but I will be searching and reading. Thanks for the welcome. Glad to be here and looking forward to what lies ahead.
  12. valfam
    Hello I have been part of other forums over the years and I have seen someone new get beaten down by the masses for posting a picture or asking a question, I understand a little kidding around and good clean fun but give us a break. I’m new to this forum and Porsche’s but I would like to learn more about the Porsche I own and the people that own, fix and enjoy them as I hope to for years. I have always enjoyed working on my toys from my BMX bike when I was a kid to my 900RR speed bike and everything else I have owned over the years. I know from time to time I may post a simple stupid question that is common knowledge to all of you but not to someone new, I just hope that my question are not seen as stupid but more as someone that would like to learn more. By the way the car is coming along really well, I drove it around yesterday. I have to replace the front and rear brakes and the cam timing is a little off and the top working at all. Newbie working on learning more and having fun every step of the way.
  13. valfam
    I"m going to work on a excel sheet to do the math for this.
  14. valfam
    I called Vinnie is out town this week. I don't know if I can wait a week, you know used cars come and go pretty guick.
  15. valfam
    The will work out great the car he is looking at is in Pompano. Let me give him a call. Thanks.
  16. valfam
    Hello a friend of mine is looking to buying a 2000 996 for himself. What should he be looking for? I have seen a video on Youtube saying to look at the hood and trunk for originals labels for the car that would indicate that it has not been in an accident, leaks on the or around the engine and transmission. Anything else you can think of? Thanks for your help. One more joining the family. Check paint (in or around openings for overspray). Check interior. Check A/C. Check Heater. Power windows Radio (and CD changer if equipped) Windshield wipers and spray Check hood for OEM labels and matching paint. Check trunk for OEM labels and matching paint. Check front tie rods and bushings Check tires and rims Check under car for dents or abuse. Check coolant level and color. Check serpentine belt. Check water hoses. Check motor oil and level. Check engine for oil leaks Check transmission for oil leaks and oil level. Check power steering fluid. Check drive axles and boots. Plus anything that looks out of place or missing.
  17. valfam
    I’m sorry but what/s the point of this? Does it give more power and or economy?
  18. valfam
    Try 0763 Worked great thank you so much.
  19. valfam
    Try 0763 Thanks I will try it out. Thanks again for the quick reply.
  20. valfam
    I thought about that but I was not sure how to remove it and I did not want to break something else. This is my first time working on a Porsche, a few friends of mine are now asking me if I would work on their 911.
  21. valfam
    I agree that was only the get the engine under the car after I dropped the car down onto jack stands. I wanted to buy this but http://maxjaxusa.com/ it was a little much to spend for this project. if I need to keep working on it I will order it.
  22. valfam
    HI can you help me out with the code for a Becker CR-210 with SN: W50 10867 thanks
  23. valfam
    Thanks. I know some things will break and thats fine every car sooner or later will break down. My thing is I don't want to be fixing something ever weekend I will be OK with that.
  24. valfam
    That depends on your right calf muscle. Thats funny and very true.
  25. valfam
    Thanks I will look into it.
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