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Forum: 996 Forum
12-28-2013, 03:05 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 731
Posted By carcster88

Sold to Doug. Sent you email. Delete Post

Sold to Doug. Sent you email. Delete Post
Forum: 996 Forum
12-27-2013, 08:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 731
Posted By carcster88

Porsche 996 The Essential Companion book for sale. $60 shipped like new

Shoot me an email to carcster88@yahoo.com, not on the board much since I got rid of the 996. Paypal please and US shipping only. $60 firm shipped.
Forum: 996 Forum
11-13-2013, 09:06 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,708
Posted By carcster88

Well, the deed is done. The M5 is mine. After...

Well, the deed is done. The M5 is mine. After driving it......was a done deal. That V10 is awesome. I don't really mind the SMG that much. After putting almost 10K in repairs to the 996.....rebuilt...
Forum: 996 Forum
11-12-2013, 10:31 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,708
Posted By carcster88

I have nothing bad to say about BMW or...

I have nothing bad to say about BMW or Porsche...owned quite a few of them. If the drive and price is right...might get the M5. Faster, more practical....but no wow factor the 996 has. I have the 8...
Forum: 996 Forum
11-12-2013, 08:24 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,708
Posted By carcster88

https://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w286/carcster8...

https://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w286/carcster88/Stereo_zps374a114c.jpg

I am a 3 time BMW owner so know them pretty well. This would be my first M5 though.
Forum: 996 Forum
11-12-2013, 08:18 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,708
Posted By carcster88

Might be trading in the 996 for a 2006 BMW M5 tomorrow

We shall see, would be 8 grand out of pocket for me on the trade, both have 77K miles on them. All depends on how that V-10 500 HP engine makes me feel. I have put over 10K into this 996....I love...
Forum: 996 Forum
10-22-2013, 08:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,420
Posted By carcster88

OP, sorry to thread jack. Good work on yours...

OP, sorry to thread jack. Good work on yours also, they look stealth.
Forum: 996 Forum
10-22-2013, 08:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,420
Posted By carcster88

They are pre cut for your car, kinda like a...

They are pre cut for your car, kinda like a fridge magnet. They stay put when they go on. They really look stock to me. If I had a older 911, I would rather have these than the tape that goes on and...
Forum: 996 Forum
10-22-2013, 07:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,420
Posted By carcster88

They are made by a company I forgot. They flex...

They are made by a company I forgot. They flex easy and are made for the car. These were made for the 996.

EDIT: Just found the company I got them from.

http://www.magnagrafik.com/

I have...
Forum: 996 Forum
10-20-2013, 08:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,420
Posted By carcster88

I just went the magnetic route. They come on and...

I just went the magnetic route. They come on and off easily and look retro. Breaks up the long length of the 996.

https://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w286/carcster88/photo1_zpsdc9e1808.jpg
Forum: 996 Forum
10-09-2013, 06:46 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 50,987
Posted By carcster88

Looks good on black cars if you want the...

Looks good on black cars if you want the traditional 911 headlight look and cheap to do with tint. On all other colors, looks like crap. They have some covers they sell on ebay that are plastic stick...
Forum: 996 Forum
10-02-2013, 06:49 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,968
Posted By carcster88

Valentine One....saved me lots of money over the...

Valentine One....saved me lots of money over the years...not that I speed.
Forum: 996 Forum
09-25-2013, 01:41 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,240
Posted By carcster88

Is it just me or does every Subaru, Honda, or mini van want to race???

Sometimes I actually get tired driving the 996 and enjoy my daily driver.....2004 Jaguar X-Type. It seems every car wants to pass or race me for some reason. Problem is, gets dangerous when they are...
Forum: 996 Forum
09-16-2013, 06:15 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,713
Posted By carcster88

Mine runs just like that on the gauge. Dealer...

Mine runs just like that on the gauge. Dealer says it is normal. Mine never gets over the end of the zero though on the gauge. Where this picture shows the needle is the max mine gets in 95 degree...
Forum: 996 Forum
09-16-2013, 06:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,130
Posted By carcster88

They do not seem that expensive to me. Also, in a...

They do not seem that expensive to me. Also, in a dry sandy area that gets the filters dirty often...they can actually save money. I would not call them a ricer mod, I have used them since the early...
Forum: 996 Forum
09-15-2013, 09:42 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 10,676
Posted By carcster88

Looks great!!! I got me a Pioneer and I like is...

Looks great!!! I got me a Pioneer and I like is so far.

https://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w286/carcster88/Stereo_zps374a114c.jpg
Forum: 996 Forum
09-14-2013, 05:08 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,927
Posted By carcster88

Around 65K miles, also did the IMS fix,...

Around 65K miles, also did the IMS fix, RMS....the normal stuff.

To me, that was normal maintenance....the trans needing a rebuild for 2nd gear and diff was more of a pain in the pocket. Make...
Forum: Concours & Car Care
09-14-2013, 05:03 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,029
Posted By carcster88

I have used them since they came out. Never had a...

I have used them since they came out. Never had a problem or scratches with them. Actually, the one I own now is newer than my Porsche.

Before you throw me out of the conversation....I do clay...
Forum: 996 Forum
08-25-2013, 04:10 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,435
Posted By carcster88

That car did not cost 80K brand new Because you...

That car did not cost 80K brand new
Because you own a 996 does not make you elite, it is a budget Porsche
Any mods he did were his own and guess he liked them
If you trade in your 996...you will...
Forum: 996 Forum
08-25-2013, 04:05 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,636
Posted By carcster88

Understood on the CA thing....I was born in...

Understood on the CA thing....I was born in Orange County and grew up in Cali till I did 20 years of military service. Now...living in Colorado. My family still lives in California, but I am pretty...
Forum: 996 Forum
08-24-2013, 11:13 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,435
Posted By carcster88

I really don't see anything that horrible with...

I really don't see anything that horrible with it. I have the same tail lights tinted and do not think they are rice. Price seems like a good deal if it is well maintained. Different strokes for...
Forum: 996 Forum
08-24-2013, 11:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,636
Posted By carcster88

LOL, mine is installed so using the phone menu...

LOL, mine is installed so using the phone menu and nav unit is not an issue while driving. They also wired it so I could watch a DVD while the car is in motion only if I ground the wire they left for...
Forum: 996 Forum
08-24-2013, 03:15 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,636
Posted By carcster88

Double Din NAV/Stereo finally installed

Not the best picture, from my phone but you get the idea. New Pioneer AVIC 850BT

http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/PUSA/Car/GPS-Navigation/AVIC-X850BT

They are selling for around $550 online...
Forum: 996 Forum
08-24-2013, 03:06 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,517
Posted By carcster88

No issues with rain at all. I have even taken it...

No issues with rain at all. I have even taken it through hi pressure car washes.....GASP!!! I now have the GT2 replica wing on and really no way to get water in it. I have never heard of a car with...
Forum: 996 Forum
08-18-2013, 01:49 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,517
Posted By carcster88

Awesome!!! Cuda911, if you would not...

Awesome!!!

Cuda911, if you would not mind.....please IM me some pics of that 1970 Cuda....that is one of my dream cars.
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