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Forum: Rennlist Canada
06-13-2015, 11:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,403
Posted By Topaz330ci

Glad you're enjoying it Chris! I'm still in the...

Glad you're enjoying it Chris! I'm still in the searching process for my next beauty!
Forum: 996 Forum
05-08-2015, 05:28 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,901
Posted By Topaz330ci

Cobalt Blue on black exists and I've seen 2 in...

Cobalt Blue on black exists and I've seen 2 in the states, both 996 C4S's.

I just sold my C4S and it was Cobalt Blue on Graphite Grey.

Approx 3K option for the paint.
Forum: Rennlist Canada
05-01-2015, 05:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,040
Posted By Topaz330ci

My initial thought was a container home build....

My initial thought was a container home build. The trend is getting hot fast!
Forum: 996 Forum
10-19-2014, 06:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,424
Posted By Topaz330ci

The gray switch fixed my starting issue. It also...

The gray switch fixed my starting issue. It also fixed my sunroof issues, and a weird window issue. The clicking noise is also much quieter with the new part.
Forum: 996 Forum
10-13-2014, 08:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 886
Posted By Topaz330ci

996's have a weak pressure plate. Always...

996's have a weak pressure plate.

Always change the flywheel when doing a clutch job on these cars! Do not opt to re-surface/machine it because it'll most likely fail. Ask me how I know...
Forum: 996 Forum
10-11-2014, 08:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,424
Posted By Topaz330ci

Mine is broken inside.

Mine is broken inside.
Forum: 996 Forum
10-08-2014, 09:19 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,424
Posted By Topaz330ci

In this pic, I can't believe how close the tab...

In this pic, I can't believe how close the tab part that sticks out of the red switch is. Mine is much longer. It touches the clutch point as well just like yours and there's no gap in between but if...
Forum: 996 Forum
10-08-2014, 09:16 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,424
Posted By Topaz330ci

I switched the one I keep replacing because it in...

I switched the one I keep replacing because it in fact was causing me issues with my clutch response/throttle. My exhaust note would completely change (no more mean growl) my sweet spot for...
Forum: 996 Forum
10-08-2014, 09:14 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,424
Posted By Topaz330ci

Yes. If I go back and forth it's pretty much the...

Yes. If I go back and forth it's pretty much the same thing. hit or miss. I have more of a chance to just keep it in the start position until it starts. 30 seconds is the longest, in the morning when...
Forum: 996 Forum
10-08-2014, 09:08 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,174
Posted By Topaz330ci

show us a sound clip so we can try to help... ...

show us a sound clip so we can try to help...

When my clutch interlock switch went, the growl and the whole engine note went away... sounded kinda like what you're mentioning. When I fixed that,...
Forum: 996 Forum
10-07-2014, 11:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,140
Posted By Topaz330ci

Trust me, do not tamper with part 17 and 16. They...

Trust me, do not tamper with part 17 and 16. They are to be left completely stock! I know from A LOT of experience with these two items.

The only thing you can play with in that diagram is the...
Forum: 996 Forum
10-07-2014, 11:18 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,424
Posted By Topaz330ci

I went through 3 clutch interlock switches. (The...

I went through 3 clutch interlock switches. (The red/black plastic one) Dealer also said the brown/black plastic one is the same part... for any reason if you push the plastic tab to much in, it's...
Forum: 996 Forum
10-05-2014, 07:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,424
Posted By Topaz330ci

I'll head to the dealer tmrw and get the relay as...

I'll head to the dealer tmrw and get the relay as I had this in mind as well. I for some reason doubt it's the problem. If the relay doesn't work, I'll look into further testing the starter.

Once...
Forum: 996 Forum
10-05-2014, 06:54 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,424
Posted By Topaz330ci

Trying to diagnose a starting issue on my 4S and need HELP!

Hi Guys,

Recently I've been running out of patience with my car and I'm really turned off by it. Besides the pressure plate failing for no reason (got a new clutch kit, plus RMS and some other...
Forum: Rennlist Canada
09-21-2014, 05:08 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,437
Posted By Topaz330ci

Call 43 Autoworks in Kemptville and speak to...

Call 43 Autoworks in Kemptville and speak to Jason. See what he can do for you...
Forum: 996 Forum
08-14-2014, 09:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,912
Posted By Topaz330ci

I should do this one shot!

I should do this one shot!
Forum: 996 Forum
05-28-2014, 03:44 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 6,592
Posted By Topaz330ci

I'll be selling shortly.

I'll be selling shortly.
Forum: 996 Forum
05-27-2014, 10:54 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,011
Posted By Topaz330ci

Wow - I really can't believe that clutch switch...

Wow - I really can't believe that clutch switch caused 3 MAJOR problems.

1. It would have starting issues. Key would go into ignition and I'd twist and still nothing. I'd have to hold there until...
Forum: 996 Forum
05-26-2014, 02:34 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,011
Posted By Topaz330ci

I'll be changing both switches out to play it...

I'll be changing both switches out to play it safe...Even after a new clutch I'm experiencing the same thing that the OP is describing.

OP - Which switch did your dealer change that fixed the...
Forum: 996 Forum
05-25-2014, 04:01 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,011
Posted By Topaz330ci

How much was the clutch sensor? and does anyone...

How much was the clutch sensor? and does anyone have a DIY?

Also, are you sure its called a clutch sensor and not a clutch interlock switch?
Forum: 996 Forum
05-14-2014, 05:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,387
Posted By Topaz330ci

I use the long magnetic extention and pulled out...

I use the long magnetic extention and pulled out a few through the ashtray....
Forum: 996 Forum
05-13-2014, 10:33 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,083
Posted By Topaz330ci

Happened to me once, and I agree that noise is...

Happened to me once, and I agree that noise is brutal. not sure what the issue is but just don't let it happen again. I only stalled because my pressure plate was on it's way our and the sweet spot...
Forum: 996 Forum
05-09-2014, 02:30 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,011
Posted By Topaz330ci

I think it's an internal problem related to the...

I think it's an internal problem related to the pressure plate.

It would really annoy me, but I lived with it for a while as it was only occuring on and off. I drove it until something serious...
Forum: 996 Forum
05-08-2014, 05:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 676
Posted By Topaz330ci

I still have a Pager!... for work though, and an...

I still have a Pager!... for work though, and an Iphone, and a BB... jeez am I still able to have kids?

I'm 28 and I have no social media... it's a personal preference, but in a sense also has to...
Forum: 996 Forum
05-08-2014, 05:48 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,011
Posted By Topaz330ci

I had the same symptom. I would release the...

I had the same symptom. I would release the clucth slowly and normally the car should start rolling but instead the rpm would just drop and want to stall if I didn't give it gas. It's as if my sweet...
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