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Forum: 996 Forum
04-17-2024, 02:18 PM
Replies: 22
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Posted By frisbee91

Had the Gundo hack done at a local shop years...

Had the Gundo hack done at a local shop years ago. No regrets.
Forum: 996 Forum
04-01-2024, 11:45 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 753
Posted By frisbee91

I had a top from GAHH put on about 3 years ago....

I had a top from GAHH put on about 3 years ago. Good quality. I went with the "German A5 canvas" and a rear glass window for the 1999 (MK1) version, both of which added some cost.. Local upholstery...
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03-20-2024, 03:59 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 12,765
Posted By frisbee91

I'll see if I can find the workshop manual. PM...

I'll see if I can find the workshop manual. PM me your email address.
As far as the potentiometer, I was able to remove it, note the position of the clamshell, and carefully mark the...
Forum: 996 Forum
03-19-2024, 12:20 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 12,765
Posted By frisbee91

I wouldn't mess with the manual operation drive...

I wouldn't mess with the manual operation drive motor "screw" unless you truly understand what's wrong. Something is preventing the clamshell from fully closing. Forcing it will only make it worse....
Forum: 996 Forum
03-18-2024, 02:24 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 12,765
Posted By frisbee91

My issue was caused by the gunk in the slider....

My issue was caused by the gunk in the slider. This resulted in:

Bending the L-shaped bracket
Damaging the bowden cable drive that moves the clamshell
Braking one of the hinges.

So, for...
Forum: 996 Forum
03-18-2024, 09:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 338
Posted By frisbee91

What's PPF? Can you give more details?

What's PPF? Can you give more details?
Forum: 996 Forum
03-18-2024, 09:34 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 12,765
Posted By frisbee91

My guess is gunk in the sliders that are driven...

My guess is gunk in the sliders that are driven by the rear bowden cable mechanism. If enough gunk builds up, it can damage the clamshell hinge arms and bowden (bicycle type) cables. Just a guess...
Forum: 996 Forum
03-14-2024, 10:06 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 60,946
Posted By frisbee91

https://rennlist.com/forums/996-forum/1079275-micr...

https://rennlist.com/forums/996-forum/1079275-micro-switches-location.html
Forum: 996 Forum
03-11-2024, 11:15 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 314
Posted By frisbee91

My early '99 doesn't have anything that looks...

My early '99 doesn't have anything that looks like that.
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlist.com-vbulletin/1220x2000/996_cab_clamshell_hinge_3__435dddac4b6182bdbbd47ef30d63dd20a1f11874.jpg...
Forum: 996 Forum
02-26-2024, 09:08 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 303
Posted By frisbee91

Does the entire passenger seat vibrate back and...

Does the entire passenger seat vibrate back and forth while idling? I had that issue, and it turned out to be worn engine mounts. Somehow, the vibration manifested in the passenger seat. Just a...
Forum: 996 Forum
02-14-2024, 03:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 598
Posted By frisbee91

Can you have them (gently) press it apart and get...

Can you have them (gently) press it apart and get a shot of the interior races? That will tell a better story of its condition.
Forum: 996 Forum
02-05-2024, 11:10 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 338
Posted By frisbee91

Maybe it was the microphone for the hands-free...

Maybe it was the microphone for the hands-free phone option? I doubt airflow is needed.
Forum: 996 Forum
01-22-2024, 11:02 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 452
Posted By frisbee91

A quick thing to check is the contacts on the...

A quick thing to check is the contacts on the removable faceplate. Remove and clean.
Forum: 996 Forum
01-12-2024, 10:21 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 392
Posted By frisbee91

Not too hard to replace the LCD panel. I...

Not too hard to replace the LCD panel. I recommend the kit from 914Rubber.com. It's identical to the OEM, and comes with good instructions. I replaced mine in 2013 or 2014, and it's still works...
Forum: 996 Forum
12-21-2023, 01:42 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 989
Posted By frisbee91

My solution is to have a USB insert charger, with...

My solution is to have a USB insert charger, with a homemade magnetic phone mount over the top of it. I seldom use the charger; it's there for emergencies. I usually just put my phone on the...
Forum: 996 Forum
12-04-2023, 09:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 520
Posted By frisbee91

Is the rear window starting to delaminate in the...

Is the rear window starting to delaminate in the bottom right corner? It looks weird in the picture. Once that plastic window glue starts to delam, the whole thing will start to go due to the...
Forum: 996 Forum
11-17-2023, 03:15 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,592
Posted By frisbee91

I have probably a dozen snap traps, each baited...

I have probably a dozen snap traps, each baited with a peanut, all around my garage every winter. I catch a half dozen or so when the weather turns cold. In the warm months, I get snakes in the...
Forum: 996 Forum
11-13-2023, 10:55 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 637
Posted By frisbee91

1) the vertical dimension of the thin and thick...

1) the vertical dimension of the thin and thick lines; 48mm and 10mm, the gap between them is also 10mm 2) The length (horizontal) of the word "Porsche" 70.5cm; 3) the horizontal space between the...
Forum: 996 Forum
11-10-2023, 11:17 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 637
Posted By frisbee91

I got one several years ago. It has held up...

I got one several years ago. It has held up well. I bought it from a supplier in Canada or the UK, but I can't remember which, and I can't seem to find the order. (Sorry.)
...
Forum: 996 Forum
11-03-2023, 10:54 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 17,999
Posted By frisbee91

https://rennlist.com/forums/996-forum/740354-aluma...

https://rennlist.com/forums/996-forum/740354-alumalook-spray-paint.html#post10686747
Forum: 996 Forum
09-26-2023, 12:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 868
Posted By frisbee91

There used to be a rebuild kit for the 996 wind...

There used to be a rebuild kit for the 996 wind deflector latches. Not sure if it's still available.
Forum: 996 Forum
09-14-2023, 09:08 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 302
Posted By frisbee91

I believe the zipper attaches the interior liner...

I believe the zipper attaches the interior liner around the rear window. The plastic window is permanently attached with a glue-in seam.
Forum: 996 Forum
09-12-2023, 11:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 244
Posted By frisbee91

This just clips to the arm linkage of the...

This just clips to the arm linkage of the clamshell. Look at pics here:

https://www.renntech.org/topic/30889-cabrio-top-compartment-lid-hinge-replacement/...
Forum: 996 Forum
09-12-2023, 11:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 515
Posted By frisbee91

This. Check the handbrake microswitch.

This. Check the handbrake microswitch.
Forum: 996 Forum
08-15-2023, 08:53 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 625
Posted By frisbee91

This. I have to remove the faceplate and clean...

This. I have to remove the faceplate and clean the contacts every few years or so.
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