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Forum: Rennlist Canada
10-31-2020, 09:16 AM
Replies: 69
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Posted By johnsjmc

I had completely forgotten about camvap I...

I had completely forgotten about camvap
I expect arbitration re application of a new vehicle warranty is exactly what you need.
Forum: Rennlist Canada
10-30-2020, 11:34 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,158
Posted By johnsjmc

One risk to consider with small claims is they...

One risk to consider with small claims is they will show up with a lawyer or several. After the hearing if they win you are likely still on the hook for the costs. That is likely several thousand if...
Forum: Rennlist Canada
10-30-2020, 09:56 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,158
Posted By johnsjmc

Sorry to hear about your experience. I had a cam...

Sorry to hear about your experience. I had a cam belt fail on a 1986 944 turbo in 1989
I had purchased the car new from Downtown Fine Cars . The car was out of warranty (2 year unlimited miles at...
Forum: Rennlist Canada
10-25-2020, 04:29 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,100
Posted By johnsjmc

I used the factory rs mounts years ago in my last...

I used the factory rs mounts years ago in my last 993 but the price has skyrocketed. I recently installed the uro mounts in my 996 turbo. They are indistinguishable from the factory rs mounts but...
Forum: The Rennlist Marketplace
10-07-2020, 09:38 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,115
Posted By johnsjmc

Is this exhaust still available?

Is this exhaust still available?
Forum: 996 Turbo Forum
10-05-2020, 01:12 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,596
Posted By johnsjmc

I bought it to own and drive it, but with an eye...

I bought it to own and drive it, but with an eye to eventual resale.I've already changed the motor mounts to 993 rs style. Probably will do 350 mm brake rotors when needed and 764 clutch with pinned...
Forum: 996 Turbo Forum
10-05-2020, 12:38 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,596
Posted By johnsjmc

What mods ,if any ,pay back much on resale?

Long time 911 owner recently purchased a 2003 996 turbo.. one owner,(bank vp) dealer serviced 50k miles. Absolutely stock 6 speed.
I've never been able to resist modifying most of my cars. Which...
Forum: 996 Turbo Forum
08-08-2020, 10:59 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,317
Posted By johnsjmc

I think it's much easier to eliminate the abs...

I think it's much easier to eliminate the abs system (by pulling a fuse or relay) than it is to eliminate a rotor defect. To examine the rotors requires jacking car, removing wheels and checking them...
Forum: 996 Turbo Forum
08-06-2020, 07:01 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,317
Posted By johnsjmc

Looked it up the sensor ring is called a reluctor...

Looked it up the sensor ring is called a reluctor ring by porsche .They are mounted to the outboard CV joint on the axle shaft. Pictures look very similar to the ford type which is pressed on the hub...
Forum: 996 Turbo Forum
08-06-2020, 06:30 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,317
Posted By johnsjmc

I'm not intimately familiar with the 911 abs...

I'm not intimately familiar with the 911 abs system as mine have always worked well.
The Taurus problem I had was an occasional brake grab just coming to a stop. No abs fault codes or even the...
Forum: 996 Turbo Forum
08-06-2020, 01:55 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,317
Posted By johnsjmc

I had something similar happen years ago with a...

I had something similar happen years ago with a Taurus SHO eventually found a cracked abs sensor ring. If you suspect the abs I agree with the poster above who suggested temporarily disable abs by...
Forum: 996 Turbo Forum
07-28-2020, 10:17 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,422
Posted By johnsjmc

I see a pressure plate mechanical failure and see...

I see a pressure plate mechanical failure and see lots of friction surface remaining on the disc. Nothing I see says anything about driver error. I'm a retired tech with 45 years experience and run...
Forum: 996 Turbo Forum
07-28-2020, 07:42 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,422
Posted By johnsjmc

Interesting cause of the failure but would still...

Interesting cause of the failure but would still like to know how many hours labor was needed for the replacement.?
Forum: 996 Turbo Forum
07-28-2020, 12:50 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,422
Posted By johnsjmc

What was the labor hours involved?

What was the labor hours involved?
Forum: 996 Turbo Forum
06-18-2020, 10:53 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,422
Posted By johnsjmc

Then if you are buying all the pieces ala cart. ...

Then if you are buying all the pieces ala cart. Fvd has some 764 pressure plates discounted / clearance priced by 50% . They are listed as their 890nm pp. Unfortunately their disc prices and...
Forum: 996 Turbo Forum
06-18-2020, 10:29 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,422
Posted By johnsjmc

If you are staying with the dual mass clutch. I...

If you are staying with the dual mass clutch. I would get the 764 pp and 098 hd disc from race-clutch. Sachs says that combo is good for 860nm +/_
Forum: 996 Turbo Forum
06-04-2020, 01:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,844
Posted By johnsjmc

I've used the factory 964rs mounts before in a...

I've used the factory 964rs mounts before in a 993 and recently installed a set of the URO copies in an 03 turbo. I can feel the improvement but can't tell the difference between the two brands. Less...
Forum: Rennlist Canada
05-09-2020, 08:19 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,798
Posted By johnsjmc

I bought a one owner 2003 6 speed with 79000 km...

I bought a one owner 2003 6 speed with 79000 km at a small Toronto dealer in February for $61 k Cdn. certified, needed 2 tires,brake pads and a new battery. Originally sold at Phaff and always...
Forum: 996 Turbo Forum
04-27-2020, 06:11 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 13,498
Posted By johnsjmc

I couldn't see the front tire size when I posted....

I couldn't see the front tire size when I posted. You can select larger tires and maintain the correct split as posted above
just thought you should be aware and check it out
Forum: 996 Turbo Forum
04-27-2020, 11:08 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 13,498
Posted By johnsjmc

I don't know what size you are running on the...

I don't know what size you are running on the front I saw a recommendation is for less than 3% variation in revolutions per mile front to back.
No need for a temp sensor better to size your tires...
Forum: 996 Turbo Forum
04-26-2020, 11:50 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 13,498
Posted By johnsjmc

On another topic I noticed a picture you have...

On another topic I noticed a picture you have showing a rear tire size of 315. The recommended size is a 295. If you have a different diameter front to back you will overheat the viscous clutch...
Forum: 996 Turbo Forum
04-26-2020, 11:45 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 13,498
Posted By johnsjmc

Over the years I've come to realize routine...

Over the years I've come to realize routine maintenance parts like brake pads filters etc are usually available aftermarket at reasonable prices. The outrageous prices parts are the items not...
Forum: 996 Turbo Forum
04-25-2020, 08:25 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 13,498
Posted By johnsjmc

The alternator is about $1500 plus $250 for the...

The alternator is about $1500 plus $250 for the pulley. Labor @$150/hr at my local pcar dealer I would guess about 3 to 4 hours plus tax. How many hours will you have in it including diagnosis ?...
Forum: 996 Turbo Forum
04-23-2020, 07:46 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 13,498
Posted By johnsjmc

Your mechanic is correct. The pop out issue was...

Your mechanic is correct. The pop out issue was corrected by the factory in 2002 by changing the shim stack position of 2nd gear inside the transmission. The gbox detent might work might not...
Forum: 996 Turbo Forum
04-10-2020, 08:40 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 13,498
Posted By johnsjmc

Despite the fact you have charged the battery. I...

Despite the fact you have charged the battery. I have a similar car ,a 2003 manual 996tt with 50,000 mi.
When I bought it the car needed a boost to start as it had been sitting. During the test...
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