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Forum: 993 Turbo Forum
10-09-2020, 11:07 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 865
Posted By rwestervelt

Boost Lab - Tampa

I can recommend Boost Lab in Tampa.
Forum: 993 Turbo Forum
10-08-2020, 06:39 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,656
Posted By rwestervelt

Sump Vent Theory

Your sump vent theory makes sense to me. The logic is sound and it fits directly with my experience. It should be noted that I have a sample size of one, so it may not be a universal fix.

I...
Forum: 993 Forum
09-09-2020, 03:18 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,561
Posted By rwestervelt

I think you went the wrong direction. $160,000...

I think you went the wrong direction. $160,000 in 1996 is $265,000 in 2020.
Forum: 993 Turbo Forum
09-08-2020, 11:40 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 930
Posted By rwestervelt

Black Turbo Spotted in Austin

I spotted a black turbo coming the opposite direction while in my arena red turbo on Westlake Drive (near Red Bud Trail) on Monday, 9-7, about 7:00 pm.

Was this someone on this forum? Or do you...
Forum: 993 Forum
09-02-2020, 03:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,405
Posted By rwestervelt

If it is very hot where you live and you are...

If it is very hot where you live and you are worried about high oil temperature, you can temporarily unplug the temperature sensor on the oil cooler. This will cause the fan to run at high speed...
Forum: 993 Turbo Forum
09-01-2020, 02:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,117
Posted By rwestervelt

I found this one... ...

I found this one... http://forums.pelicanparts.com/porsche-cars-sale/397677-9-000-mile-1996-993-turbo-sale-black-tan.html
Forum: 993 Forum
08-27-2020, 01:56 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 11,809
Posted By rwestervelt

Starter Replacement

Replacing the starter has been the most difficult project for me. Followed by rear deck struts.
Forum: 993 Forum
07-20-2020, 11:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,988
Posted By rwestervelt

Check here. https://www.rennbow.org/colorwiki

Check here. https://www.rennbow.org/colorwiki
Forum: 993 Turbo Forum
07-01-2020, 04:09 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 802
Posted By rwestervelt

PM Sent

PM Sent
Forum: 993 Forum
06-11-2020, 08:08 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,764
Posted By rwestervelt

That is a great color combination IMHO. Congrats...

That is a great color combination IMHO. Congrats on the purchase.
Forum: 993 Forum
06-03-2020, 04:15 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,249
Posted By rwestervelt

Beautiful conversion and cars! Well done.

Beautiful conversion and cars! Well done.
Forum: 993 Forum
04-05-2020, 07:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,253
Posted By rwestervelt

Power steering pump? Low power steering fluid?

Power steering pump? Low power steering fluid?
Forum: 993 Forum
03-19-2020, 07:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 741
Posted By rwestervelt

PM sent.

PM sent.
Forum: 993 Turbo Forum
12-05-2019, 03:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 897
Posted By rwestervelt

My quick search has not turned up anything. I...

My quick search has not turned up anything. I will check my workshop manual and a few other sources.
Forum: 993 Forum
05-26-2019, 02:16 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 14,366
Posted By rwestervelt

Good choice. Amazing color.

Good choice. Amazing color.
Forum: 993 Forum
05-24-2019, 01:01 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,844
Posted By rwestervelt

I was able to test the clock spring without...

I was able to test the clock spring without removing the airbag. Following pp000830's instructions to get to the under-dash pigtail, unplug the pigtail and test the resistance across the two...
Forum: 993 Forum
05-14-2019, 06:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,194
Posted By rwestervelt

If that air diverter is installed in my car, I...

If that air diverter is installed in my car, I did not remove it to get the the clock spring harness connector. I remember accessing the connector to the left of the steering column and it wasn't...
Forum: 993 Forum
03-15-2019, 08:31 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,243
Posted By rwestervelt

Andy has it right.

Andy has it right.
Forum: 993 Forum
10-23-2018, 12:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 16,845
Posted By rwestervelt

Resistance Across Airbag

Before testing airbag resistance, use a toothpick to push the shorting bar away from one of the male connectors on the airbag. If you skip this step, the resistance will read zero because the two...
Forum: 993 Turbo Forum
10-22-2018, 08:44 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,930
Posted By rwestervelt

I found the sump vent hose diagram in the 993...

I found the sump vent hose diagram in the 993 Turbo Workshop Manual, and my hoses were routed correctly. I can elaborate if anyone is interested.

I cut the sump vent line high in the engine bay...
Forum: 993 Forum
09-28-2018, 07:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 16,845
Posted By rwestervelt

They look like that. One is red and one orange. ...

They look like that. One is red and one orange.

I cannot remember which is which. The one with brown wires is for the horn and the other is for the airbag.

To get to it the other way, remove...
Forum: 993 Forum
09-25-2018, 10:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 16,845
Posted By rwestervelt

Simple Trick for Clock Spring Continuity Check

Facing the dreaded airbag light and fault code 21, I read through all the threads on this forum and did the following:

Check and clean grounds and connections
Pull clock and re-soldered the...
Forum: 993 Turbo Forum
08-12-2018, 02:14 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,930
Posted By rwestervelt

Philement The driver side sump vent leads to...

Philement

The driver side sump vent leads to a check valve on the throttle body, so it can pull a vacuum, but it cannot create pressure.

I do believe the drive side sump is filled with oil...
Forum: 993 Turbo Forum
08-12-2018, 02:04 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,930
Posted By rwestervelt

Thanks tacker.

Thanks tacker.
Forum: 993 Turbo Forum
08-07-2018, 12:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,930
Posted By rwestervelt

Hey Phil. Thanks for the detailed response. The...

Hey Phil. Thanks for the detailed response. The idea that the sump needs a little positive pressure makes sense.

I initially suspected that the vent line was pulling a vacuum, but during my test...
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