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11-28-2022, 01:56 PM
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Posted By knfeparty

hilariously, I logged into Rennlist searching for...

hilariously, I logged into Rennlist searching for a replacement to my 2011 Cayenne Turbo that started this thread, and saw that I was tagged months ago. The valve block replacement is easy DIY.

I...
08-19-2021, 02:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,197
Posted By knfeparty

Tom, and others, I did check with my local...

Tom, and others,

I did check with my local dealer tech and he saw the same notes regarding "modify in workshop". I think that basically the 993 p/n is meant for 993s but you can trim it to fit...
08-17-2021, 10:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,197
Posted By knfeparty

windshield seal vs trim, 993 and 944 part numbers

I searched first...

If you check body-> window glazing in the parts manual:
https://nemigaparts.com/cat_spares/pet/porsche/9442/508u/805000/
...
07-29-2021, 12:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,171
Posted By knfeparty

I used the thick blocks on all 4 corners. I...

I used the thick blocks on all 4 corners. I think my 944 is (currently) stock ride height. If you can't fit the blocks you want, then try driving up on some boards first before sliding the quick...
07-26-2021, 05:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,171
Posted By knfeparty

I have the 5,000 model and I just used the thick...

I have the 5,000 model and I just used the thick rubber blocks and went straight to the rear and front jack points. I skipped the middle one. Seems fine. I have the quickjack extensions but I only...
07-21-2021, 06:03 PM
Replies: 217
Views: 58,189
Posted By knfeparty

having bought a 944 as my first project car...

having bought a 944 as my first project car (knowing nothing at the time) back in 2006, then sold it in 2010 when I got a 996, and now having bought another 944 all these years later after buying and...
07-21-2021, 04:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 952
Posted By knfeparty

Correct it is factory guards red. But everything...

Correct it is factory guards red. But everything on the outside of the car is wrapped. I bought the car just after the wrap was installed so I never saw the paint underneath, but the report I got...
07-16-2021, 12:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 952
Posted By knfeparty

everyone in jacksonville is going at least 80mph...

everyone in jacksonville is going at least 80mph all the time; I doubt a naturally aspirated 944 can go fast enough to get pulled over
07-16-2021, 10:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 952
Posted By knfeparty

I'm back

11 years after selling my first Porsche (1989 NA), this 1987 944S dropped into my lap. Needs some reassembly after the PO wrapped it, and a few oil leaks fixed. I'll probably do a ground control...
07-16-2021, 09:52 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 465
Posted By knfeparty

back into the fray...new '87 944S

My first Porsche (and really the first car that got me "into cars") was a 1989 2.7L. I bought its "replacement" 996 in 2009 and sold that 944 in 2010 to John Torgersen and the engine went on to his...
Forum: Panamera
05-20-2019, 09:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,806
Posted By knfeparty

you're in raleigh? that looks like NCCAR. Had my...

you're in raleigh? that looks like NCCAR. Had my 996 out there a couple times. I'm looking to do something similar- depreciated panny turbo build for One Lap of America
04-22-2019, 10:23 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,217
Posted By knfeparty

Is the bottom face plastic, or exposed aluminum? ...

Is the bottom face plastic, or exposed aluminum? My 2011 CTT has boards that look like this, but on the underside of the rockers it's all just plastic. My 955 had ones that were all aluminum rock...
02-12-2019, 01:57 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,837
Posted By knfeparty

The air leaks out at the compressor, but the drop...

The air leaks out at the compressor, but the drop in pressure manifests itself as a sagging front right. I assume the front right is the one that sags due to something with the way the valve block...
Forum: 996 Forum
02-12-2019, 01:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,967
Posted By knfeparty

whats the bottom look like? closeup of the...

whats the bottom look like? closeup of the plastic covers of the seat belt holes and shoulder belt holes?
02-05-2019, 01:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,142
Posted By knfeparty

I have used both Porsche and Bilstein struts and,...

I have used both Porsche and Bilstein struts and, while the construction is a bit different, the performance is the same. No need to reprogram anything; the electronic damping control...
02-05-2019, 01:22 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,837
Posted By knfeparty

the durametric has no features whatsoever for the...

the durametric has no features whatsoever for the 958 air suspension.

You'll need the launch x431 tool to do any air work.

The comfort/normal/sport setting is a whole separate animal from the...
Forum: 996 Forum
01-14-2019, 12:57 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 21,899
Posted By knfeparty

NCCAR counter-clockwise it would indicate 165mph....

NCCAR counter-clockwise it would indicate 165mph. Honestly it felt pretty stable. It also felt like it would take a loooong time to get to 186mph or whatever the top speed of a 40th is supposed to...
Forum: 996 Forum
01-14-2019, 12:39 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,040
Posted By knfeparty

also I should add...I strongly prefer to DD the...

also I should add...I strongly prefer to DD the E39 M5 over the 911. Massive trunk, room for 5 people, gas mileage not horrible, no one pays attention to it, and wayyyy better torque for stop and go...
Forum: 996 Forum
01-14-2019, 12:37 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,040
Posted By knfeparty

I have a 40th with IMS solution. I have put...

I have a 40th with IMS solution. I have put about 57k miles on it; up to 98k total now. I have done plenty of work commuting and long trips. The stock suspension is plenty high and soft. The...
01-10-2019, 02:26 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 11,548
Posted By knfeparty

What I did- with no bottle or anything- for two...

What I did- with no bottle or anything- for two of my bilsteins I installed was once the new shock (with no charge) was installed, i put the wheel back on but did not release the floor jack. I had...
01-10-2019, 02:18 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 19,923
Posted By knfeparty

good luck

good luck
Forum: 996 Forum
01-09-2019, 03:35 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,791
Posted By knfeparty

The original post are, as others have said, "MY...

The original post are, as others have said, "MY 02's" but specifically they look like the shot-peened, semipolished ones from the 40th anniversary edition. Regular MY02's are just silver painted but...
12-27-2018, 04:30 PM
Replies: 166
Views: 109,616
Posted By knfeparty

Durametric (enthusiast at least) can not on the...

Durametric (enthusiast at least) can not on the 958. Really annoying.

I have a friend at the dealer helping me, so yeah we have been using the real deal tool. Height sensors pass all the tests. ...
12-27-2018, 04:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 16,161
Posted By knfeparty

Mine is not caused by snow nor inclines...I live...

Mine is not caused by snow nor inclines...I live in sunny, flat florida.
12-26-2018, 05:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,767
Posted By knfeparty

can anyone elaborate or post pictures of said...

can anyone elaborate or post pictures of said tank vent valve?
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