Rennlist - Porsche Discussion Forums

Notices
 
Page 1 of 2
1
2
Search: Posts Made By: Candellara
Showing results 1 to 25 of 49
Search took 0.26 seconds.
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
06-21-2012, 09:57 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,956
Posted By Candellara

All sorted. Someone previously had changed...

All sorted.

Someone previously had changed the AC compressor relay - and had fitted a Bosch relay.

This was the fault. A genuine, correct Porsche relay and we're blowing ice cold again :-)
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
06-21-2012, 04:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,659
Posted By Candellara

I replaced two clutch switches and the problem...

I replaced two clutch switches and the problem "seemed" to go away, but re-occurred shortly afterwards.

All you'd get is a "click". Move it in and out of gear a few times, depress the pedal a few...
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
06-20-2012, 12:39 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,659
Posted By Candellara

My .1 GT3RS had this along with a friends 997.2...

My .1 GT3RS had this along with a friends 997.2 RS . The cure, new starter motor.
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
06-20-2012, 11:40 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,956
Posted By Candellara

Using AC blows fuse

Hi Chaps,

Niggle with the GT3. Went to use the AC recently - and it blows the 15A fuse.

Strange thing is, replace the fuse and the heater controls all work fine, hit the aircon switch and this...
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
03-08-2012, 03:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,017
Posted By Candellara

Collected car today. All back to normal. Car is...

Collected car today. All back to normal. Car is great :-)

Just required complete clutch
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
03-06-2012, 03:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,017
Posted By Candellara

Further update guys. Porsche installed a new...

Further update guys.

Porsche installed a new clutch assembly, sleeve and cleaned up / lubricated the clutch fork bearings. According to them - all is good and the clutch operation is A1

Their...
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
03-02-2012, 03:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,017
Posted By Candellara

Guys, Update. Porsche emailed today saying...

Guys,

Update. Porsche emailed today saying nothing is broken. Clutch is heavily worn. Flywheel and ring gear is in good condition. Clutch fork and slave are ok

They are sure that a clutch...
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
02-27-2012, 07:36 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,017
Posted By Candellara

Spoken to my Dealer. Car will be recovered into...

Spoken to my Dealer. Car will be recovered into them later in the week.

Worst case scenario is a complete clutch + a flywheel if damaged (which i guess no doubt it will be?

Still awaiting costs
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
02-26-2012, 12:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,017
Posted By Candellara

Bloody hell. Wish i'd known sooner - been out fot...

Bloody hell. Wish i'd known sooner - been out fot a 50 mile drive today :-(

The car's been like this for a couple of months.

A guess it's a case of the dealer replacing the complete clutch...
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
02-25-2012, 01:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,017
Posted By Candellara

Creaking from Clutch 997.1 GT3RS

Hi Chaps

The clutch in the RS has developed a problem if i'm not mistaken. Clutch doesn't slip and shifts from gear to gear ok but half way down the travel of the clutch pedal - it's gets very...
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
02-16-2012, 11:00 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 734
Posted By Candellara

Good information. I was just concerned that they...

Good information. I was just concerned that they had recommended the correct spec as the rear tyres - Corsa Assimetrico 2 N1 doesn't have a rim protection mould on the sidewall but the fronts - Corsa...
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
02-16-2012, 10:39 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 734
Posted By Candellara

Pirelli Corsa N'1s

Guys

Couldn't find any Pirelli Corsa N0 anywhere in Europe.

Pirelli advise me that the correct specification for the GT3 is now:

235/35 R 19 Corsa Directional N1 - Front
305/30 R 19 Corsa...
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
02-12-2012, 12:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 716
Posted By Candellara

Cheers, but which one is the grey unit with two...

Cheers, but which one is the grey unit with two spade connectors and the metal arm? and what is the big switch (red casing) with the plastic plunger?
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
02-12-2012, 11:17 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 716
Posted By Candellara

997.1 GT3 - Two Clutch Switches?

Hi Guys,

Recenly changed the grey clutch switch with the metal lever on the GT3. There's another switch on the clutch with a red housing and a plunger (similar to a brake light switch)

What...
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
02-02-2012, 01:52 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,497
Posted By Candellara

Clutch switch needs replacing. I had this problem...

Clutch switch needs replacing. I had this problem - it's now all fine.

10 minute job and the switch is about £9 GBP
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
12-16-2011, 04:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 834
Posted By Candellara

Any ideas on the 7-3? or same place?

Any ideas on the 7-3? or same place?
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
12-15-2011, 08:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 834
Posted By Candellara

No, haven't taken it in, as it only happens...

No, haven't taken it in, as it only happens intermittently.

Battery is obviously nearly 5 years old, so thought i'd change this and the simple stuff such as the relay before i committ to spending...
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
12-15-2011, 05:19 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 834
Posted By Candellara

Sorry mate. Apparently it's quite a common...

Sorry mate.

Apparently it's quite a common issue. Loads of posts on varying forums about this issue, but no one has posted a resolve of the problem:confused:

It would seem it could be the...
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
12-12-2011, 12:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 834
Posted By Candellara

Starter Motor Relay

Guys,

I am getting an intermittment non start "click" about 1 in 10 times on trying to start the car.

Been told by OPC that it's a strong likelood that it's the starter motor relay.
...
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
12-10-2011, 03:22 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,970
Posted By Candellara

All "Sharked" up Alex:rockon::rockon: ...

All "Sharked" up Alex:rockon::rockon:

Factory nuts all came undone a treat - but judging by the underside of the car, i don't think she's ever been driven in the wet:D

Left hand muffler was a...
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
12-06-2011, 02:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,970
Posted By Candellara

Haven't had time to fit yet. Last weekend i was...

Haven't had time to fit yet. Last weekend i was immersed with working on an old 107 300SL i have.

Plan is to fit this weekend:rockon:
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
11-29-2011, 03:55 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,970
Posted By Candellara

Cheers. One of the bumper grills came loose so...

Cheers. One of the bumper grills came loose so whilst i had the bumper off to secure it, thought i'd get the grill painted:thumbup:
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
11-28-2011, 01:36 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,970
Posted By Candellara

Top Man :cheers: Can't wait to unleash the...

Top Man :cheers:

Can't wait to unleash the symphony of the GT3 motor :thumbup:
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
11-28-2011, 07:32 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,970
Posted By Candellara

997.1 GT3 RS Sharkwerks bypass

Hi Guys

A Sharkwerks bypass pipe for my GT3RS is on it's way from sunny California :cool:

Has anyone got a full write up / instructions + pictures for the install procedure?

Thanks

Jason
Forum: 997 GT2/GT3 Forum
11-21-2011, 05:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,245
Posted By Candellara

Had a look at the switch guys - and it "seems"...

Had a look at the switch guys - and it "seems" fine. Lubricated it anyhow to make sure it's not sticking.

My thoughts now turn to - an intermittent starter motor problem because:

When i try and...
Showing results 1 to 25 of 49
 
Page 1 of 2
1
2


 
Forum Jump


All times are GMT -3. The time now is 10:30 PM.