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Forum: 997 Forum
Yesterday, 01:17 PM
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Posted By ADias

Given that it seems you picked black...

Given that it seems you picked black replacements, why not mganetic?
Forum: 997 Forum
04-16-2024, 01:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 387
Posted By ADias

A visual demo of oil foaming and crankcase...

A visual demo of oil foaming and crankcase ventilation overwhelmed. It would be far worse in a shallow 997 crankcase. :)
Forum: 997 Forum
04-16-2024, 12:59 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 387
Posted By ADias

Oil over filling

https://youtu.be/VaTbfvzNbxQ?si=gcMzbJD1juZ_84pD
Forum: 997 Forum
04-15-2024, 01:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 298
Posted By ADias

It says NA… North America? Certainly not...

It says NA… North America? Certainly not naturally aspirated as there are turbos in there.

And you may want to correct a typo… Carrara White (not Carrera).
Forum: 997 Forum
04-15-2024, 12:36 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,706
Posted By ADias

Only of you have space (volume) to add the...

Only of you have space (volume) to add the additive. Do not overfill.
Forum: 997 Forum
04-14-2024, 04:50 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,706
Posted By ADias

True, and especially a problem with small high...

True, and especially a problem with small high compression engines. Not the case with a 997.2 3.6/3.8L engine unless the driver lugs it… This topic (LSPI) comes around periodically and it has long...
Forum: 997 Forum
04-14-2024, 03:13 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,706
Posted By ADias

I have to disagree. These videos have an agenda...

I have to disagree. These videos have an agenda behind them.
Forum: 997 Forum
04-14-2024, 02:45 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,706
Posted By ADias

Bruce: Current Leichtlauf 5W40 stock has lower Ca...

Bruce: Current Leichtlauf 5W40 stock has lower Ca (from 2500 to 1780) and higher Mg (from 24 to 580), both detergents. For what we know M1 is changing too.
Forum: 997 Forum
04-14-2024, 02:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 414
Posted By ADias

I took those off and front bra myself with a...

I took those off and front bra myself with a steamer. Just slowly and patiently peel it off. Peel the film at a shallow angle (<60deg angle). Protect your hands/fingers too.
Forum: 997 Forum
04-14-2024, 02:29 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,706
Posted By ADias

I doubt LSPI is a problem in a 3.6/3.8L engine,...

I doubt LSPI is a problem in a 3.6/3.8L engine, unless the driver is incompetent.

There are always conflicts of interest behind the posting of these videos. Sure there are better oils (perhaps)...
Forum: 997 Forum
04-09-2024, 02:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 497
Posted By ADias

Yes, take a took at PAG recs for recent cars -...

Yes, take a took at PAG recs for recent cars - both Carreras and GT3s - all lower.
...
Forum: 997 Forum
04-08-2024, 05:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 656
Posted By ADias

Those seem to be for cabriolet or targa.

Those seem to be for cabriolet or targa.
Forum: 997 Forum
04-08-2024, 02:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 497
Posted By ADias

Cold temp PSI: F: 31 R: 34 After quick...

Cold temp PSI:

F: 31 R: 34

After quick warm up easily see 34/37 and with further spirited driving 37/40. Tires should never be above 40PSI.
Forum: 997 Forum
04-08-2024, 02:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 232
Posted By ADias

Please let me know which shop was selected and...

Please let me know which shop was selected and the outcome. Thanks!
Forum: 997 Forum
04-07-2024, 12:25 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 232
Posted By ADias

Redline Service Tucson 3767 E Hardy Rd, Tucson,...

Redline Service Tucson
3767 E Hardy Rd, Tucson, AZ 85716

or

Autohaus Tucson
319 E Fort Lowell Rd, Tucson, AZ 85705

Q.: What’s the PPI for? :)
Forum: 997 Forum
04-03-2024, 01:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 516
Posted By ADias

I used StaBil 360 every other gas tank or so but...

I used StaBil 360 every other gas tank or so but a year ago switched to LM DI-Jectron; one can every 2400 miles.
Forum: 997 Forum
04-02-2024, 03:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 297
Posted By ADias

5W40 works.

5W40 works.
Forum: 997 Forum
04-01-2024, 03:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 295
Posted By ADias

Tire pressures way too high. Most tires should...

Tire pressures way too high. Most tires should not be much above 40PSI when hot.
Forum: 997 Forum
03-26-2024, 05:52 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,074
Posted By ADias

I did not mean that was your issue. The contact...

I did not mean that was your issue. The contact resistance is a normal situation on any thing using connectors.

You say there was a light - so some malfunction light.
Forum: 997 Forum
03-26-2024, 04:57 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,074
Posted By ADias

Curious… what was your CTek’s failure mode? ...

Curious… what was your CTek’s failure mode?

Incidentally, Ctek units should have its cable connector cleaned with a good contact cleaner often. Both the cable attached to the maintainer as well as...
Forum: 997 Forum
03-19-2024, 06:25 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,061
Posted By ADias

Precisely! 3000RPM is a good range. No need to...

Precisely! 3000RPM is a good range. No need to lug the engine in that range, just use the right gear as you well said.

LSPI, IMHO, is improper engine use. Even in smaller engines, but yeah I see a...
Forum: 997 Forum
03-19-2024, 04:50 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,061
Posted By ADias

To complete the report on additives… I also use...

To complete the report on additives… I also use LM DI-Jectron to maintain/service the injection pipeline. One bottle every 2400 miles. I also use standard Jectron on my port injected engine in...
Forum: 997 Forum
03-19-2024, 04:48 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,061
Posted By ADias

LSPI on a 3.6/3.8L flat6 is very avoidable. Just...

LSPI on a 3.6/3.8L flat6 is very avoidable. Just do no not lug the engine.
Forum: 997 Forum
03-19-2024, 02:17 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,061
Posted By ADias

I see no evidence of that in the filters I have...

I see no evidence of that in the filters I have examined. Oil pressure is always right. Never seen higher oil pressures due to a potential filter clogging.



And yes… if one plays chemist and...
Forum: 997 Forum
03-18-2024, 04:49 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,061
Posted By ADias

Yes, but smaller displacement engines. I think...

Yes, but smaller displacement engines. I think less on 3.8L engines driven judiciously - i.e., do not hammer it when driving slow and low revs in 3rd gear...
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