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Forum: 996 Forum
06-29-2012, 04:25 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 4,990
Posted By Exotic_Car_Guy

Talking As a 996 C4 Cab owner, I would definitely...

As a 996 C4 Cab owner, I would definitely recommend you get your top down joy with a 996 Cab. I just had Darin at FD Motorsports install his modified mufflers on my car, and the powerful sound of my...
Forum: 996 Forum
06-24-2012, 06:01 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,840
Posted By Exotic_Car_Guy

Thumbs up Yes, I agree on the 928. Funny how Porsche...

Yes, I agree on the 928. Funny how Porsche copied the 928 front headlight treatment from the Lamborghini Miura. Kinda cool seeing them side-by-side. I'm an equal opportunity car guy as I like many...
Forum: 996 Forum
06-24-2012, 12:07 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,840
Posted By Exotic_Car_Guy

Thanks, I have to say my Miura is the rarest and...

Thanks, I have to say my Miura is the rarest and favorite. It started the term "Supercar" and was the fastest production car in the world in its time. Still one of the most beautiful sports car...
Forum: 996 Forum
06-23-2012, 11:42 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,840
Posted By Exotic_Car_Guy

Talking Gil's Cars

Here's my stable.

Gil
Forum: 996 Forum
06-16-2012, 04:50 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 17,552
Posted By Exotic_Car_Guy

Question Fister D Mufflers

For those of you that have the Fister D Mufflers how did you sequence the install. Did you have a shop remove your stock mufflers, ship them to Fister for modification and then install on your 996? ...
Forum: 996 Forum
06-02-2012, 11:03 AM
Replies: 183
Views: 155,503
Posted By Exotic_Car_Guy

Your wheels really look good with the white...

Your wheels really look good with the white exterior.

Gil
Forum: 996 Forum
06-01-2012, 08:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,202
Posted By Exotic_Car_Guy

Thanks guys, Gil

Thanks guys,
Gil
Forum: 996 Forum
06-01-2012, 07:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,202
Posted By Exotic_Car_Guy

Question Location of 996 Option Codes

Where can I find the option codes on my 996? I assume there is a sticker somewhere.

Gil
Forum: 996 Forum
06-01-2012, 02:31 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 155,503
Posted By Exotic_Car_Guy

Classic!

Classic!
Forum: 996 Forum
06-01-2012, 02:44 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 730
Posted By Exotic_Car_Guy

Yes, like hollow fuchs was how I thought of the...

Yes, like hollow fuchs was how I thought of the Carrera IV wheels; spirit of the vintage 911. They came off a 997.2 narrow body. No spacers needed front or rear on my 996. Fit great even with the...
Forum: 996 Forum
05-31-2012, 10:15 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 155,503
Posted By Exotic_Car_Guy

Yes, you will really enjoy driving your 996 on...

Yes, you will really enjoy driving your 996 on the 17 mile drive; and don't miss out on a drive down the Pacific Coast Highway along Big Sur; fun sweeping curves. BTW, your Ocean Blue is also a very...
Forum: 996 Forum
05-31-2012, 09:58 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 155,503
Posted By Exotic_Car_Guy

Thanks. I like your avatar and signature line! ...

Thanks.
I like your avatar and signature line!

Gil
Forum: 996 Forum
05-31-2012, 09:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 730
Posted By Exotic_Car_Guy

Very nice. Your wheels are a very similar design...

Very nice. Your wheels are a very similar design to my 18" Carrera IV wheels.
...
Forum: 996 Forum
05-31-2012, 09:34 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 155,503
Posted By Exotic_Car_Guy

Unique Porsche Exterior Color

Porsche Wimbledon Green Metallic

There are a lot of Porsches in the affluent San Franscisco Bay Area where I live, and my 996 really stands out from the crowd. It never fails to catch peoples'...
Forum: 996 Forum
05-31-2012, 02:23 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 155,503
Posted By Exotic_Car_Guy

Talking 996 with Porsche Carrera IV Wheels

Photo from my drive down the Big Sur CA coast Memorial Weekend. 1999 996 C4 Cabriolet.
Porsche Carrera IV wheels
Front: 18x8 with 225/40
Rear: 18x10.5 with 285/30

Gil
Forum: 996 Forum
05-30-2012, 02:27 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,571
Posted By Exotic_Car_Guy

I bought my 1999 996 C4 Cab with 93,000 miles,...

I bought my 1999 996 C4 Cab with 93,000 miles, and promptly replaced/upgraded the IMS bearing and rear main seal while I had the 90,000 service done. Best peace of mind. The car runs great, and...
Forum: 996 Forum
05-28-2012, 02:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,786
Posted By Exotic_Car_Guy

Cool, thanks very much as I couldn't seem to find...

Cool, thanks very much as I couldn't seem to find this. Most of the hits I got were low res or other models. I have a 1999 C4 Cab.

Gil
Forum: 996 Forum
05-28-2012, 02:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,035
Posted By Exotic_Car_Guy

Ted, I just had a problem where my top...

Ted,

I just had a problem where my top wouldn't raise, and it turned out to need replacement of the parking brake sensor (which is part of the top interlock).

Gil
Forum: 996 Forum
05-27-2012, 02:38 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,786
Posted By Exotic_Car_Guy

996 C4 Cabriolet Cutaway drawings

I have searched Rennlist and the broader internet, and have yet to find good high res cutaway drawings for the 996. Can anyone point me to any? A C4 Cabriolet version would be particularly helpful....
Forum: 996 Forum
05-20-2012, 11:38 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 14,871
Posted By Exotic_Car_Guy

3 parts to the Key

Doug,

Thanks for the details on the key components. I wasn't aware of the "pill".

Gil
Forum: 996 Forum
05-19-2012, 05:24 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 11,355
Posted By Exotic_Car_Guy

BFGoodrich g-Force T/A KDW

I have Michelin Pilot Super Sports on my 928 and on my Ferrari - good tires.

For my 996, I decided to mount BFGoodrich g-Force T/A KDW tires
Front: 8 x 18 et57 225 40 ZR18
Rear: 10.5 x 18 et60...
Forum: 996 Forum
05-19-2012, 05:17 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 14,871
Posted By Exotic_Car_Guy

Thanks much, Gil

Thanks much,
Gil
Forum: 996 Forum
05-19-2012, 03:17 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 14,871
Posted By Exotic_Car_Guy

1999 996 Porsche Key Purchase

I did searches on Rennlist, but haven't been able to find a thread talking about where I could buy another key for my 1999 996. Can any of you educate me on a source, and what it takes to get a...
Forum: 996 Forum
05-19-2012, 01:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 13,010
Posted By Exotic_Car_Guy

Talking New Tires/Wheels on 996 with Photos

GEETEE,

You were right-on. I took the Carrera IV wheels off of my 928S and put them on my 996 C4. In bought new tires while I was at it.

Front: 8 x 18 et57 225 40 ZR18
Rear: 10.5 x 18 et60...
Forum: 996 Forum
05-15-2012, 07:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,569
Posted By Exotic_Car_Guy

Thanks, Gil

Thanks,
Gil
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