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Forum: 997 Forum
08-27-2018, 12:16 AM
Replies: 7,450
Views: 1,869,253
Posted By ronmart

12+ years after I posted my first pics here,...

12+ years after I posted my first pics here, here's my beloved 997 C4s Cabriolet this year:
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Forum: 997 Forum
08-27-2018, 12:10 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 12,902
Posted By ronmart

It's August 2018 and I still have this car, so...

It's August 2018 and I still have this car, so overall I think I made a good choice with the options. Prior to this car, I never owned a car longer than 5 years so despite the means to replace it...
Forum: 997 Forum
09-10-2012, 01:40 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,376
Posted By ronmart

Thanks for the heads up - I never even dreamed...

Thanks for the heads up - I never even dreamed that these weren't solid pieces. I would be pretty upset if that happened, so I'll definitely be avoiding these in the future.

Raise a little hell -...
Forum: 997 Forum
09-09-2012, 10:56 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 12,392
Posted By ronmart

While it's true that this is most commonly an...

While it's true that this is most commonly an issue with a cracked head, the good news is that I had this happen a couple times and it was nothing. If your car has been idle for a while then the...
Forum: 997 Forum
09-09-2012, 10:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 9,790
Posted By ronmart

This brings up a good question - where do I pick...

This brings up a good question - where do I pick up a good deal on replacement rotors and brake pads for my 2006 C4s Cab? I'll be due to replace them all next year and my dealerships prices are...
Forum: 997 Forum
09-09-2012, 10:39 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,036
Posted By ronmart

You are confusing the controller unit that we are...

You are confusing the controller unit that we are talking about here with the valve kit that you have to replace whenever you remount the tires. The part for the sensor hasn't been available for less...
Forum: 997 Forum
09-06-2012, 09:57 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,036
Posted By ronmart

Thanks for all of the replies! I think I'm going...

Thanks for all of the replies! I think I'm going to go the Suncoast / Discount Tire route as I enjoy having TPMS when it works but I can't get myself to pay $1300 to get the dealership to do this.
...
Forum: 997 Forum
09-06-2012, 03:05 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,036
Posted By ronmart

Looking to know how much others have paid

Thanks - this is the kind of feedback I'm looking for from multiple people.

I used to use Discount Tire, but the goons there love to use the air gun which damages the rims.

Ron
Forum: 997 Forum
09-06-2012, 02:37 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,036
Posted By ronmart

Question $1300 for TMPS battery change????

Hi Guys,

Loooonnnngggg time, no speak, but I'm hoping my friends here can help me out.

My TPMS started to get flaky so I took my car in and was told that in addition to the kits that get...
Forum: 997 Forum
06-15-2010, 11:21 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 18,340
Posted By ronmart

Cool - good to know!

Cool - good to know!
Forum: 997 Forum
06-15-2010, 11:16 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 18,340
Posted By ronmart

Cool, thanks for the clairfication! I loved...

Cool, thanks for the clairfication!

I loved the PS2's on the track - I just didn't like how quickly they melted! :p
Forum: 997 Forum
06-15-2010, 11:14 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 18,340
Posted By ronmart

Hi Mike! Yes, it's been quite a while. I've...

Hi Mike!

Yes, it's been quite a while. I've been busy with my normal day job and my blog (http://ronmart.blogspot.com) so I haven't had much time to talk cars. I stlil love this car and after all...
Forum: 997 Forum
06-15-2010, 10:49 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 18,340
Posted By ronmart

Great suggestion Alex! I hadn't heard of the...

Great suggestion Alex! I hadn't heard of the ExtremeContact DW but that might make sense. I've never tried Conti's yet, but given the fact that I don't intend to do any track work anytime soon this...
Forum: 997 Forum
06-15-2010, 10:29 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 18,340
Posted By ronmart

Thanks p-cardriver! I'd be curious to get...

Thanks p-cardriver!

I'd be curious to get your wife's thoughts since I am a track driver and am keenly aware of the feel and impact of different tires.
Forum: 997 Forum
06-15-2010, 08:29 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 18,340
Posted By ronmart

Question Tire recommendations? Hankook Ventus V12 evo K110?

I know this is probably been answered a billion times, but I've been off rennlist for a while so I'm just going to ask for recommendations and responses with links to other threads are fine.

I...
Forum: Panamera
08-27-2009, 10:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,348
Posted By ronmart

All Porsche's are basically good looking VW's...

All Porsche's are basically good looking VW's these days, but that's not necessarily a bad thing.

It's growing on me too - except that darn hatch (ugh).

Thanks for posting MJones!
Forum: 997 Forum
02-02-2009, 03:53 PM
Replies: 193
Views: 24,285
Posted By ronmart

This is awesome Dave - I'm so happy for you! I...

This is awesome Dave - I'm so happy for you! I wish I could be you man! My divorce wiped me out so I'm on my last P-car and it may be on the trading block this spring, but it was a fun run for the...
Forum: 997 Forum
09-23-2008, 02:57 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,514
Posted By ronmart

Then don't buy a Lexus. I've averaged $2000/yr of...

Then don't buy a Lexus. I've averaged $2000/yr of "routine" maintenance on my Lexus LX 470. Lexus may have cheaper MSRP's and a good reputation, but it hasn't been any more reliable than my 2000 Benz...
Forum: 997 Forum
09-23-2008, 02:51 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,016
Posted By ronmart

Awesome - this is the best example I've seen yet....

Awesome - this is the best example I've seen yet. Thanks so much for posting!
Forum: 997 Forum
07-12-2008, 02:16 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 7,407
Posted By ronmart

Hey Deanski, I think you've made the right call! ...

Hey Deanski, I think you've made the right call!

I'm convinced that the puncture problem is actually compounded by over-inflation and bad luck. I have TPMS on my car so I can watch the tire...
Forum: 997 Forum
07-08-2008, 10:42 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 7,407
Posted By ronmart

I got my RE050A's around the 3rd qtr of last year...

I got my RE050A's around the 3rd qtr of last year (IIRC) and as daily driver tires they've been great. However, this May I finally had a chance to take them out to the track and I was VERY...
Forum: 997 Forum
05-12-2008, 05:44 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,289
Posted By ronmart

Angry Caddy's besting 997's - ouch

This disgusts me:

http://cadillac.gmblogs.com/2008/05/2009_cts_v_blisters_nurburgrin.html

If my memory serves me correctly, isn't that a few seconds faster than Walter Rorhl in a 997?

Ugh!...
Forum: 997 Forum
02-06-2008, 05:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,796
Posted By ronmart

There doesn't seem to be enough design in the...

There doesn't seem to be enough design in the Techart II's to warrant going with them in my opinion. I think if you got them many people wouldn't even realize you had aftermarket wheels. They'd...
Forum: 997 Forum
09-17-2007, 12:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 759
Posted By ronmart

Exclamation Lurching in 1st & 2nd

I know I've seen a thread on this before, but I'm too lazy to look it up so hopefully I can get some good info here.

Last weekend after cleaning my car (which involved a couple starts where I just...
Forum: 997 Forum
09-17-2007, 12:45 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,941
Posted By ronmart

Good one! :thumbup: I just got pulled over...

Good one! :thumbup:

I just got pulled over for my 2nd time ever in my 911 this weekend for doing 31 in 15 (inside Lake Sammamish State Park). I totally ignored the V1 going off because A. I didn't...
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