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Forum: 996 Forum
04-09-2014, 01:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,966
Posted By Zurichgnome

Odd Grinding Noise from Left Wheel

Hi Guys, I have an odd grinding noise coming from my left wheel when I "turn."

I say turn here in parentheses because when it comes to full or average size turns, the car does not make a noise. I...
Forum: 996 Forum
09-10-2013, 08:27 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 541
Posted By Zurichgnome

The Amazing Haunted Seat

Got in my 996 last night to head to the grocery store.

Sat in the front seat -- noticed that it was back a full 4-5 inches from normal and that the seatback was at a fairly extreme rear-facing...
Forum: 996 Forum
06-19-2013, 10:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 789
Posted By Zurichgnome

i had the same issue ..l just hang in there and...

i had the same issue ..l just hang in there and wait it out on eBay.

2 years ago my seat switch died. they are amazingly expensive so I was regulary searching porsche seats. One day some guy had...
Forum: 996 Forum
06-15-2013, 09:31 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 22,982
Posted By Zurichgnome

To my eye, the raw, no-aero part cars look closer...

To my eye, the raw, no-aero part cars look closer to the classic 911. Tasteful aero add-ons can make the car look more modern in terms of the overall line. Both are great.
Forum: 996 Forum
06-04-2013, 02:37 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 21,220
Posted By Zurichgnome

I read in one of the excellent 996 books that...

I read in one of the excellent 996 books that some dealers who got "stuck" with dark green 996s asked Porsche to take them back for a respray. They had a hard time moving them.
Forum: 996 Forum
06-01-2013, 08:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,345
Posted By Zurichgnome

A qualifier on Dr. Colorchip only as it applies...

A qualifier on Dr. Colorchip only as it applies to Artic Silver. First of all I LOVE Dr. Colorchip. A terrific product in every respect. But look closely on their website and they will state (or did...
Forum: 996 Forum
05-28-2013, 05:08 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,433
Posted By Zurichgnome

I agree! I have a black Cab. I put on the smoked...

I agree! I have a black Cab. I put on the smoked side markers -- didn't look right. The pumpkins are fine with black.

Here's my little tip for new Cab owners that will save you countless hours...
Forum: 996 Forum
05-02-2013, 09:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,065
Posted By Zurichgnome

Amen to the above: Unless you go toward the high...

Amen to the above: Unless you go toward the high end, you truly never know what you are going to get. My guess is that the $2500 is for a covered ride. Not necessary.

I took the $500 option from...
Forum: 996 Forum
05-02-2013, 09:30 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,030
Posted By Zurichgnome

Thanks, Chris. Spoke to one of your guys...

Thanks, Chris. Spoke to one of your guys yesterday afternoon. A buddy just lent me his code reader and we pulled a 430 code so I'll be placing an order with you guys this morning.
Forum: 996 Forum
05-02-2013, 08:48 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,030
Posted By Zurichgnome

Thanks guys -- the noise was clear and present...

Thanks guys -- the noise was clear and present during the 60K. They checked to see if there was something loose -- but it's clearly the cat. Pulling the code at 3 this afternoon. 90% sure its the cat.
Forum: 996 Forum
05-02-2013, 07:58 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,030
Posted By Zurichgnome

Thanks, Guys. I think its time to look at...

Thanks, Guys. I think its time to look at aftermarket options. Likely take a look at FabSpeed system. Will keep you posted.
Forum: 996 Forum
05-01-2013, 02:47 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,030
Posted By Zurichgnome

Cat Converter: Rattle, Code & Cost

Guys, Five weeks after a soul-crushing 60K major service bill, I heard a little "rattle noise" coming from my exhaust system. Apparently not unheard of for a piece of the cat converter to break...
Forum: Concours & Car Care
08-13-2012, 04:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 687
Posted By Zurichgnome

Completely agree with TOGWT -- I worked for a...

Completely agree with TOGWT -- I worked for a company that provides some of the products used to prepare and protect automotive leather, such as that used in the 996s. The creams, gels, oils and...
Forum: 996 Forum
08-12-2012, 06:45 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,909
Posted By Zurichgnome

I've had good luck with the Wurth silver wheel...

I've had good luck with the Wurth silver wheel paint .... BUT you can't stop there. To complete the work you truly have to coat it with the Wurth clear lacquer. The Wurth silver paint without the...
Forum: Concours & Car Care
07-09-2012, 02:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 9,793
Posted By Zurichgnome

Just simple 3M roller -- very sticky. Regardless,...

Just simple 3M roller -- very sticky. Regardless, I just found the lint brush much more effective overall.
Forum: 996 Forum
07-09-2012, 02:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 16,004
Posted By Zurichgnome

Take the top 1/2 way up -- you should be able to...

Take the top 1/2 way up -- you should be able to troubleshoot easily from that perspective. I had a the exact issue last year and it was just a cable that "strayed" a bit. Pushed it back in place (10...
Forum: Concours & Car Care
07-07-2012, 09:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 9,793
Posted By Zurichgnome

Cab Owners : Lint Brush vs. Lint Roller?

After years of using a sticky-tape lint roller and being a little disappointed with the performance and fact that it seems to pull off a little color on every pass, I bought one of these old school...
Forum: 996 Forum
06-10-2012, 11:41 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 5,614
Posted By Zurichgnome

As much as I hate to see anyone getting ino a car...

As much as I hate to see anyone getting ino a car accident, I am always interested to see how Porsches perform in these circumstances. Since the company refuses to release crash test data, this type...
Forum: Concours & Car Care
06-05-2012, 04:15 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,980
Posted By Zurichgnome

I completely agree with what everyone here says...

I completely agree with what everyone here says about prep being the key. With that said, you can spend an awful lot of money on products and time (as I did) and still not get great prep results....
Forum: 996 Forum
06-05-2012, 11:37 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,313
Posted By Zurichgnome

Any Reviews of New 996 Book?

Saw in Octane magazine there is a new 996 handbook out. It was published May 1, 2012.

It's now out on Amazon (link below). I figure if I can learn just one thing per book of this type, it...
Forum: 996 Forum
05-12-2012, 08:46 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 10,039
Posted By Zurichgnome

I never really thought of it from a cosmetic...

I never really thought of it from a cosmetic standpoint. Cool either way, I guess. But many years ago I read that the engine cooled better with the spoiler up. Might be a myth. but on ultra hot...
Forum: 996 Forum
04-02-2012, 03:05 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,044
Posted By Zurichgnome

I'm a huge fan of Dr. Color Chip for dark colored...

I'm a huge fan of Dr. Color Chip for dark colored cars -- I've used it on my black 996 and have been extremely happy with the results, vs. other options. Works equally well on my wife's dark blue...
Forum: 996 Forum
03-19-2012, 11:42 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,241
Posted By Zurichgnome

I use 303 and paint it on a few times a year. A...

I use 303 and paint it on a few times a year. A bottle goes a long way -- should be able to do the top 3-4 times.
Forum: 996 Forum
03-16-2012, 03:27 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,241
Posted By Zurichgnome

Holy Moly, that looks like a lot of work! Here's...

Holy Moly, that looks like a lot of work! Here's a shortcut and tape saver. Get the Raggtop or 303. Pour it in a cup get a paint brush and literally paint it on. Has always worked well for me and...
Forum: 996 Forum
03-12-2012, 03:48 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 16,127
Posted By Zurichgnome

I know this thread is more about handling safety...

I know this thread is more about handling safety -- but I would like to see Porsche at some point puts its cars through the same crash tests that other manufacturers do. Over the years, I've heard...
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