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Forum: 993 Forum
05-18-2017, 01:32 PM
Replies: 3,760
Views: 1,003,348
Posted By Dan V

Every 993 dreams of becoming RudyFyd. :thumbup:

Every 993 dreams of becoming RudyFyd. :thumbup:
Forum: 964 Forum
04-29-2017, 04:12 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 10,127
Posted By Dan V

I've worked at dealerships in the 90's, including...

I've worked at dealerships in the 90's, including Porsche, VW, Audi, BMW and Jaguar. Never saw a new car with cosmoline, or any other spray on "coating", applied to the exterior.
Forum: Racing & Drivers Education Forum
06-19-2016, 12:00 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,577
Posted By Dan V

I never laughed so hard at 05:58. YES I am...

I never laughed so hard at 05:58.

YES I am evil :shrug:
Forum: 993 Forum
06-15-2016, 01:43 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,061
Posted By Dan V

Reasonable to ask for a refund, but I don't see...

Reasonable to ask for a refund, but I don't see how the seller is obligated to grant it.
Forum: 993 Forum
05-20-2016, 03:50 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 34,770
Posted By Dan V

Bring on the torque. ...

Bring on the torque.

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlist.com-vbulletin/480x240/80-zn9anat_imgur_f3f5e65bfbfc22c9c2271dd98ed0ddcc12a212a0.gif
Forum: 996 Forum
05-04-2016, 04:52 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,026
Posted By Dan V

It's now apparent why Doug washed out of Marine...

It's now apparent why Doug washed out of Marine Corps Officer's Club Cocktail Waitress School.
Forum: 993 Forum
04-30-2016, 02:48 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,830
Posted By Dan V

Re-read the OP. Nobody's claiming the 993 sounds...

Re-read the OP. Nobody's claiming the 993 sounds better than everything else.
Forum: 993 Forum
03-15-2016, 04:14 PM
Replies: 184
Views: 16,675
Posted By Dan V

I would get a jump-start to rule out a bad...

I would get a jump-start to rule out a bad battery or connection. I know from experience 993 is very electricity hungry and needs ample voltage to keep the engine running.
Forum: 993 Forum
02-07-2016, 12:07 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,661
Posted By Dan V

Ummm.... that's not nearly the worst advice in...

Ummm.... that's not nearly the worst advice in that article.

This is a guaranteed way to disaster:

quote: Engine oil - To check your oil, wait for your car to be cool, open hood, remove...
Forum: 996 Forum
01-28-2016, 05:30 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 4,832
Posted By Dan V

993 is hopelessly outdated, and I pray it will...

993 is hopelessly outdated, and I pray it will stay that way.
Forum: 993 Forum
01-13-2016, 12:36 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,692
Posted By Dan V

6K per year over the past 10 years, without any...

6K per year over the past 10 years, without any breakdown or even a significant mechanical or electrical fault. I admit that I no longer take it on trips cross-state, because I'm past due for...
Forum: 993 Forum
01-10-2016, 12:31 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,742
Posted By Dan V

Agree. :atwhore:

Agree. :atwhore:
Forum: 993 Forum
12-25-2015, 01:57 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,901
Posted By Dan V

Merry Christmas all!

Merry Christmas all!
Forum: 993 Forum
12-10-2015, 06:36 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 889
Posted By Dan V

Auction is over and says "sold" ??

Auction is over and says "sold" ??
Forum: 993 Forum
09-20-2015, 01:24 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,325
Posted By Dan V

A few years ago I got my wiper blades at my...

A few years ago I got my wiper blades at my favorite Walmart for about $20. Couple months ago I went back to buy replacements, and they no longer stock the size for 993. Now I have to order online -...
Forum: 993 Forum
09-11-2015, 07:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,236
Posted By Dan V

I was thinking that too, in '05 when mine had...

I was thinking that too, in '05 when mine had ~60K. Still haven't had mine (top end) done.

Only engine related work I've had done was for the typical oil leaks and I had those done at Ken's...
Forum: 996 Forum
09-10-2015, 02:04 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,400
Posted By Dan V

Can mean very different things depending on who...

Can mean very different things depending on who says it, i.e. Mezger-engine owners vs. others.
Forum: 993 Forum
09-05-2015, 09:17 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 21,529
Posted By Dan V

I'm guessing when Ed Hughes wrote "9ish", it's to...

I'm guessing when Ed Hughes wrote "9ish", it's to allow for variations between individual cars. In my case, it goes to about 8:20 :confused: and immediately drops to just below 8. If you aren't able...
Forum: 993 Forum
07-27-2015, 10:38 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,842
Posted By Dan V

Car dealers laughed when I said I want an...

Car dealers laughed when I said I want an air-cooled Porsche 10 years ago. No one's laughing now, except we who have them.
Forum: 993 Forum
07-11-2015, 04:35 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 8,170
Posted By Dan V

Others have had success with alcohol: ...

Others have had success with alcohol:

https://rennlist.com/forums/993-forum/738824-has-anyone-tried-the-ca-smog-referee-recently-2.html#post10306874

I did same as Ted with my '97 w/114K mi back...
Forum: 993 Forum
07-05-2015, 11:45 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 18,189
Posted By Dan V

Closest thing to what your asking, that I'm aware...

Closest thing to what your asking, that I'm aware of:
https://rennlist.com/forums/993-forum/532047-who-has-100k-and-no-top-end-rebuild.html
Forum: 993 Forum
07-05-2015, 04:09 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 18,189
Posted By Dan V

oil tank

I agree although in my case I substitute "oil gauge level" for "oil tank".
Forum: 993 Forum
07-05-2015, 03:31 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,423
Posted By Dan V

Amazing to see all these pix from S. Africa. I...

Amazing to see all these pix from S. Africa. I went there on vacation in 1988 (I was posted at the American Embassy in Burundi). It's so great to see something positive from Africa for a change!
Forum: 991
06-21-2015, 09:40 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,442
Posted By Dan V

I got my girlfriend to buy the car for me....

I got my girlfriend to buy the car for me. Granted it's only a 993.
Forum: 993 Forum
06-17-2015, 10:47 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,120
Posted By Dan V

No change at all in CHT without it?

No change at all in CHT without it?
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