Charlie's 2008 Porsche 997 turbo

[cakM3]

I realize this forum is BMW-centric but as Ayan eloquently put it this is more a "family-oriented" forum where we all can share in our automotive passion. :thumbsup so in that spirit I have decided to start my Porsche 997 turbo project thread here in this forum. [emoji6]

It has been an interesting few weeks when I just decided that I wanted to have a 3rd car... probably because of Ray's unique influence as he has more than two cars... [emoji6] Thanks Ray!!

Then there's Jon Estrella who a few here know (remember Jon's Orient Blue supercharged ZHP?) - Unfortunately Jon's ZHP fell into the wrong hands and it ended up getting parted out... such a shame, it was one of the cleanest ZHPs I have ever seen... anyway Jon had a lot to do with how I ended up having this Porsche 997 turbo now sitting in my garage... we have been exchanging texts for awhile and I have been on the fence about getting a 997 turbo and Jon convinced me that the maintenance for this car is really not as bad as I have thought...

As I began my search for the right 997 turbo w/ a Mezger soul, a co-worker friend of mine told me about an ad he saw from New Country Porsche in Greenwich, CT. and forwarded me the link to the for sale ad they had for a 997.1 turbo. These were the pics from that ad that caught my attention:

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The dealer agreed to change out the lip spoiler as the one on the car was in bad shape...what caught my attention was this little rectangular device at the bottom of the center grill . . . a K40 Laser jammer :cool
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I sent an inquiry to the dealership asking for more information on the Porsche and within 5 minutes of hitting send the Pre-Owned Manager, Rich Del Mazzio, gave me a call and we talked about my future Porsche for about 15 minutes. He was forthcoming with every question I had and told me that the car was in the shop for the 30k mile service and invited me to stop by to take a look while the car was on the lift. I set up a time that Friday to come down and go over the Porsche and to see whether or not I would be seriously interested in this car. As you can see the car was being worked on so I took these pictures... this was the first time I actually saw and touched my future Porsche...

Original price of this car when brand new was: $133,860.00
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The car checked out and I was allowed to go over the car's entire maintenance history since this car was serviced at this dealership from initial delivery to the time I purchased it. Everything checked out until the dealer discovered a bad starter motor so I told Rich, the dealer's service manager, to address any unforeseen issue such as this starter motor and I will come back to test drive the car.

The Porsche was in near perfect condition inside and out and you could smell the leather throughout the car as soon as you went in... every detail gone over, the car looked like a brand new car. There were additional features I liked such as the unique color (GT Silver which comes from the Carrera GT), rear parking sensors, and K40 suite installed. Of course the car has an all black interior which was very important to me...

By the second time that I had come to the dealership, we already worked out the numbers and came to an agreement both the dealer and I could agree to and made the deal. I had the cashier's check ready and worked with the dealer's business manager to get all the necessary paperwork signed and processed so I could take ownership of the Porsche. Here I am below sitting in my Porsche for the first time as it's new owner...
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Funny thing is that I am still getting the hang of using the K40 and when I thought I had it turned off it would come back on... not good when going into any military installation...

The picture below is the window sticker that my Porsche came with from the factory:
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I am really appreciating everything this car has to offer and absolutely love the silver-grey shade that this car has...

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All I can say is that when the dual turbos kick in this car is brutally fast.... I feel like I'm in the Space Shuttle taking off. The Brembo BBKs that come standard with this car has to be one of the most awesome braking systems I have ever felt. This is by far the most perfect "sports car" I have ever owned and driven to date...I hope some of you will have the same opportunity as I did to eventually get your dream car so you can experience what I have with my Porsche. :thumbsup

Here are a list of mods I want to eventually do for my new whip:

- GT2RS rear sway bars
- interior LED lights



M O D S:

- 18 way Adaptive Sport Seats powered, black leather/heat/memory with Porsche Crest on headrest
- OEM GT2 Sport Chrono Clock
- 2025 version OEM Porsche hood crest
- Clear Side Markers w/ 6000k LED bulbs
- Porsche factory Short Shift Kit
- 997.2 Sport Design Alcantara steering wheel retrofit
- Gen 2 Sprint Booster for 997.1tt
- Fabspeed chrome plated Quad exhaust tips
- Clear laminate film for headlight lens
- Morimoto XB Bi-LED 997.2 style headlights
- Rennline tow hook license plate bracket (soon to be deleted - not required in Florida)
- Zunsport black mesh grills
- Updated Depot LED 997.2 style tail lights for 997.1
- 50% smoke tint for tail lights
- 5000k CAN BUS HID fog lights and Xenon ballasts
- New set chrome monochrome Porsche crest center caps installed
- Valentine V1 Hardwire
- Bespoke Porsche Key Fobs from Black Dog Projects in Cheshire, UK
- 5000k LED rear license plate lights
- Porsche Silver Sport Aluminum Gas Cap
- Turbo Aerokit Spoiler Lip
- Turbo Aero Wing/decklid by Design 911
- Porsche Classic PCCB+ infotainment
- Spacers (7mm front/15mm rear) w/ extended black lug bolts
- b.b.i. GT2 clutch slave cylinder
- Sharkwerks Brembo Type 3 two-piece rotor install (front/back)
- stainless steel brake lines
- CSF Aluminum radiator upgrade (3 front radiators)
- Sharkwerks Stage 2.5 clutch upgrade
- Sharkwerks aluminum coolant pipes (having them all pinned to my motor)
- Auto headlight retrofit
- OEM GT2 lower side skirts
- GT2RS carbon fiber side vents
- Garmin Dash Cam Mini2 integration
- Bilstein Damptronic B16 (PASM) coilovers
- TPC/DSC module
- Rennline carbon fiber intake ducts (mounts to the decklid)
- Rennline carbon fiber air box
- RSS Motor Mount install
- OEM Porsche full carbon fiber door sills
- Glossy Black Turbo badge for rear decklid




Upcoming Mods:

- 30% ceramic window tint


Maintenance
- 60k mile service
- b.b.i. GT2 clutch slave cylinder upgrade
- Full brake service (stainless steel braided brake lines, Brembo Type 3 slotted rotors, new brake pads and caliper hardware)
- Brake fluid flush
- Sharkwerks Stage 2.5 clutch upgrade
- replaced low tone horn
- new battery
- replaced three front radiators w/ CSF Aluminum performance radiators
- replaced front passenger CV joint
- replaced drive shaft GUIBO
- replaced rear main seal
- replaced two engine oil coolers
- full cooling system overhaul
- pinning of all cooling pipes to motor
- Sharkwerks cooling pipe replacement kit for 997.1 turbo
- VTG Actuator cleaning and greasing
- engine oil flush
- Transmission oil flush
- Xfer case fluid flush
- RSS motor mounts install
- Rennline carbon fiber air duct install on rear decklid
- Rennline carbon fiber air box install
- Bilstein Damptronic (PASM) coilover install
- Corner balancing and 4-wheel alignment
- New set of Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires
- Morimoto Bi-LED XB Headlight retrofit
- Morimoto DRLs wired into fusebox switched fuse
- headlight alignment
- OEM GT2 lower side skirt install
- Garmin Dash Cam Mini2 installed
- Car safety inspected and re-registered


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[cakM3]

Interior pictures

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The headliner is alcantara suede...
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The attention to detail is stunning... the stitching is silver to go with the car's exterior color...

Porsche “Comfort seats” soon to be replaced by powered, memory Adaptive Sport Sests [emoji4]
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Passenger's side door
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Exterior lighting Updates


Rear LED tail lights (made in Taiwan, not Korea). Does not ruin my Porsche...I get a lot of complements from other Porsche owners on how my car is set up....
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6000k Xenon headlight and H11 bulbs
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DRLs and 6000k HID fog lights
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The DRLs were awesome while they lasted but there were some quality control issues associated with them and they ultimately failed due to moisture intrusion in one of the turn signal assembly so I pulled this mod after a year’s use and went back to my OE setup. Until the modded turn signal assemblies are sealed such that there is no possibly for moisture intrusion, I would not recommend getting them.

[Karl Lazlo]

probably because of Ray's unique influence as he has 3 cars... ;) Thanks Ray!!

Again, congrats and thanks for looping me in on the secret. Happy for you, but please don't blame me. I should serve as a warning rather than a role model.

[Campster23]

Looks incredible! Looking forward to seeing more pics!


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[cakM3]

Again, congrats and thanks for looping me in on the secret. Happy for you, but please don't blame me. I should serve as a warning rather than a role model.

Not blaming you Ray....giving you credit! :thumbsup



Looks incredible! Looking forward to seeing more pics!

Thanks!! :thumbsup

There will be more pics taken over the weekend... lots going on since I have picked up my Porsche and I'm exhausted at the moment. I have a lot of detailing ahead of me to really bring out the shine on my Porsche... she looks awesome now but I can get her to look even better... ;)

[Ssparrow]

Oh man this thing looks amazing. One day I'll own one lol. Congrats on the purchase!


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[Au2bahn]

Looks awesome Charlie. Great pics and congrats on the ultimate beast


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[Au2bahn]

I'll add mine to your thread :-) 25718http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160513/3edd555ce3788dc31ffe37967e948af7.jpghttp://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160513/84edc76c52c8f96b62f275f3f7f6d6fb.jpg


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[3ZHP]

Looks really good Charlie. Congrats!

When I was still in Cleveland, I worked with a guy that had a 03, 996 all wheel drive. He would drive when we went out for lunch and that car was insanely quick and agile. Would have liked it more down here that the crappy city pot hole streets of Cleveland, OH.

[WOLFN8TR]

Congrats again Charlie!! Never really been a Porsche guy but dam that looks so Bad Ass!! The color combo is so Sweet!!
Charlie what is the HP rating on it?


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[Johnmadd]

I :drool

[cakM3]

Oh man this thing looks amazing. One day I'll own one lol. Congrats on the purchase!

Thanks Shawn! :thumbsup


Looks awesome Charlie. Great pics and congrats on the ultimate beast

Thanks Jon for everything! If it weren't for your sage advice I probably would have talked myself out of getting this car... so glad I listened to you my friend!!! :)


Looks really good Charlie. Congrats!

When I was still in Cleveland, I worked with a guy that had a 03, 996 all wheel drive. He would drive when we went out for lunch and that car was insanely quick and agile. Would have liked it more down here that the crappy city pot hole streets of Cleveland, OH.

Thanks Guy! Yeah, this car is insanely fast! When both turbos kick in this car shoots like the Space Shuttle....it goes and the smile kicks in from ear to ear automatically ;)


I :drool

Thanks John! :) Yeah I :drool too every time I see my Porsche ;)

[cakM3]

Congrats again Charlie!! Never really been a Porsche guy but dam that looks so Bad Ass!! The color combo is so Sweet!!
Charlie what is the HP rating on it?


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The 3.6-liter horizontally opposed six-cylinder engine features twin turbochargers and readily delivers an awesome 480 horsepower and a locomotive-like 460 lb.-ft. of torque. When equipped with the optional Sports Chrono Turbo feature with Overboost, the driver actually has bursts of 505 lb.-ft. of torque available.

Gary, my Porsche has the optional Sports Chrono package ;)

[Au2bahn]

Wait till you tune it. Exhaust and Cobb AccessPort with Stage 2 map, it would exceed all those numbers


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[cakM3]

Wait till you tune it. Exhaust and Cobb AccessPort with Stage 2 map, it would exceed all those numbers

Jon, tuning is going to happen my friend! It will take some time to get there but it will be done :)

[WOLFN8TR]

Jon, tuning is going to happen my friend!

Tuning is so worth it on any sports car! My M3 runs so good with the TTFS tune. Actually good tuning is so worth it on any car! I'm running EFI Live on my Duramax with and additional 150HP over stock! Stock is around 365HP.

[fredo]

Well done ... Congrats ! :thumbsup

[orange260z]

Congrats Charlie! Love the new pics!

[anandoc]

Congrats Charlie! You and Ayan are slowly turning this into a Porsche forum...not that it is a bad thing :) Are you driving this when you come up to Ottawa?

[Au2bahn]

Tuning is so worth it on any sports car! My M3 runs so good with the TTFS tune. Actually good tuning is so worth it on any car! I'm running EFI Live on my Duramax with and additional 150HP over stock! Stock is around 365HP.

Turbo diesel? Buddy has one. Holy smokes! Literally

[ELCID86]

Didn't Marcus go that way too?
Very pretty Charlie.

[johnrando]

As awesome as it gets

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[Oli77]

Very jealous, that is a very attractive car and color.

@ Shawn, I remember Marcus almost buying it but I don't think he bought that slanted nose.

[cakM3]

Thanks everyone!!:thumbsup


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[danewilson77]

Looks incredible! Looking forward to seeing more pics!


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This

S7 Edge, out

[cakM3]

This

S7 Edge, out

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[danewilson77]

Boing!

S7 Edge, out

[BADCLOWN]

One word and should be the first mod:



SHARKWERKS

[WOLFN8TR]

Turbo diesel? Buddy has one. Holy smokes! Literally

Yes Sir [emoji106] No smoke thou.

[cakM3]

One word and should be the first mod:



SHARKWERKS

Thanks Jacob, I bookmarked their site.... will be looking into them :thumbsup

[BADCLOWN]

I drove a SHARKWERKS 997 Turbo S and nearly shit myself I was so happy. It'll make that shit eating grin you have now driving that car infinitely bigger.

[az3579]

Jon, tuning is going to happen my friend!

I called bullshit the instant you told me that you're leaving it stock. Just remember that. :p

[cakM3]

I called bullshit the instant you told me that you're leaving it stock. Just remember that. :p

You're probably right Botond! You know me well ;)

[09mageec]

Agreed, Charlie....Sharkwerks. Wait until you open that exhaust and diameter a bit. Things gonna whistle like a referee!

[09mageec]

also, update your signature!

[cakM3]

also, update your signature!

Yes sir!!!!

[Jon D]

Very Nice - a Porsche is very much on the short list for the next car. Not sure which one yet but a 996/7 Turbo Vert is in the mix as the upper end choice.

[johnrando]

Man that car is a beauty!

[kakashi169]

Charlie!!!! Nice pick up!! I need to see interior pics!

[danewilson77]

No mods yet.

Thread is trash :shifty

S7 Edge, out

[az3579]

No mods yet.

Thread is trash :shifty

S7 Edge, out

So you think. :)

He already has a SSK on order.

[cakM3]

So you think. [emoji4]

He already has a SSK on order.

SSK ordered and part/install labor already paid for...just waiting on parts to arrive.

A list of parts placed on order:
- Fabspeed quad tips
- clear side markers
- HID 6000k H3 bulbs for HID fog light retrofit
- color coded plugs for holes drilled into my bumper for front license plate from bumperplugs.com


Parts ordered on hand:
- clear laminate film from headlight armor for my fog/headlights
- gominigo tow hook license plate bracket

looking to get a GT2 Chrono Clock to swap in . . .


This car is fully set up for full electronic countermeasures (radar/laser) while on the highway :drevil

[brettbimmer]

Officially wanted to say congrats on your thread Charlie. This P car of yours looks like a BEAST!

PS - What little tidbits I hear from the Porsche world, I hear that Fabspeed builds some great exhaust systems.

[cakM3]

Officially wanted to say congrats on your thread Charlie. This P car of yours looks like a BEAST!

PS - What little tidbits I hear from the Porsche world, I hear that Fabspeed builds some great exhaust systems.

Thanks Brett and yes, regarding Fabspeed...I hear the same thing [emoji41]

[theothersawyer]

Congrats on the purchase! Beautiful car and beautiful color!

[cakM3]

Congrats on the purchase! Beautiful car and beautiful color!

Thanks! I got lucky on this car :thumbsup

[Johnmadd]

Thanks! I got lucky on this car :thumbsup

Not lucky, I consider it, "right place right time ".

[cakM3]

Charlie!!!! Nice pick up!! I need to see interior pics!

Thanks Daniel! I will post interior pics over the upcoming weekend....promise! You will get to see this in person when I come up with Botond :drevil


No mods yet.

Thread is trash :shifty

Dane I started installing mods... my first mod is not a tune as Jon suggested... I will get to that at a later date...

I installed clear side markers and have to say that the before and after pics really reflect the change I'm going after :thumbsup Gotta start somewhere :p

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Here are a few before shots with the original side markers...
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Here are a few with the clear side markers installed...
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car has a good polish as you can see but I will get it to look even better :thumbsup

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I like this look so much better over the original look...

I kept the original white lights and reused them in my new side markers...
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Looks like these clear side markers are also an OEM Porsche part.... even better! :)

After installing these side markers I spent the rest of the afternoon going into early evening claying, compounding and waxing the front bumper. Then I applied a good coat of wax to the fenders and hood. Boy the car seriously needs "Charrie level" detailing!

[cakM3]

Not lucky, I consider it, "right place right time ".

Thanks John! :thumbsup

[ELCID86]

I'll just leave this here.

http://www.bmwblog.com/2016/05/13/bmw-6-series-become-porsche-911-fighter/

[cakM3]

I'll just leave this here.

http://www.bmwblog.com/2016/05/13/bmw-6-series-become-porsche-911-fighter/

Problem is these new BMWs don't do anything for me Shawn. They have become too big and bloated in my opinion... the 911 still has maintained it's classic shape and is still a "driver's car" compared to today's BMW variants. Sad to say but this is how I feel. I won't get rid of my E46 BMW ///M as I still feel a solid connection to the road with this car. I still have that "driver's experience" whenever driving it.



Edit: sold my ZHP in September2018

[ELCID86]

They are become boats.

[cakM3]

They are become boats.

Everyone, as you well know Shawn, have their preferences and that is okay. For me I wanted a pure driver's car and for me that is what I now own, hence this project thread :thumbsup

I now have my dream car and couldn't be happier. :) I would like to think I have a good collection going in my garage ;)

[ELCID86]

Did you consider a Cayman?

[wsmeyer]

Clear lenses look good

[JupiterBMW]

Problem is these new BMWs don't do anything for me Shawn. They have become too big and bloated in my opinion... the 911 still has maintained it's same exact shape as 50 years ago and is still a "Beetle" compared to today's BMW variants. Sad to say but this is how I feel. I won't get rid of my E46 BMWs as I still feel a solid connection with each of my cars. I still have that "driver's experience" when driving them.

Fixed... :rofl

Seriously though, the car looks great. Porsche has never been my cup of tea, but I will always respect the Turbo, and you have an amazing one! Charlie you will soon learn that tuning a turbo vehicle is a HUGE gain... The tune on our X5///M turned it into an absolute animal...

Good luck and have fun with it!

[cakM3]

:rofl :rofl :rofl

[anandoc]

Thanks Daniel! I will post interior pics over the upcoming weekend....promise! You will get to see this in person when I come up with Botond :drevil



Daniel and I are in Toronto - well, I just moved from Ottawa to Toronto last month so I don't think we'd make it to Ottawa to see you guys :(

Look forward to the interior pics...

[Sockethead]

Wow this thread escalated quickly. Again, congrats Charlie and most importantly, have fun with it.

[cakM3]

Daniel and I are in Toronto - well, I just moved from Ottawa to Toronto last month so I don't think we'd make it to Ottawa to see you guys :(

Look forward to the interior pics...

Shame I won't see you guys but I understand...


Wow this thread escalated quickly. Again, congrats Charlie and most importantly, have fun with it.

Rob, you know I will have a lot of fun with my new Porsche... but then I have a lot of fun with my ///M as well ;) It's nice to have both of these cars in my garage to accompany my favorite daily driver! :thumbsup

[cakM3]

Did you consider a Cayman?

not a 911, not in my garage....sorry, that's how I feel Shawn... but with that said, the Cayman is an awesome track oriented car :thumbsup

[3ZHP]

Problem is these new BMWs don't do anything for me Shawn. They have become too big and bloated in my opinion... the 911 still has maintained it's classic shape and is still a "driver's car" compared to today's BMW variants. Sad to say but this is how I feel. I won't get rid of my E46 BMWs as I still feel a solid connection with each of my cars. I still have that "driver's experience" when driving them.

These are also my exact feelings about the new Bimmers and the reason I've kept the ZHP for nearly 10 years. The wife is actually considering a Boxster when her lease is up on the 328i next June. If I didn't need a truck & a boat, I may have stepped into a 911 by now.

[Sockethead]

IDK, we really love our 2015 X1 35i M sport...granted it is based on the 9X platform.
I'd consider a 9X M only for the fact that I want something with a V8 again

[orange260z]

In addition to my two 911s, I've owned a Boxster, and I've driven a number of Caymans (?Caymen?) from 2006 to 2013. Even with the bigger-motored S models, they have a different character than the 911. I wouldn't say that one is "better", just different; and they are clearly all Porsches.

There has always been a significant price difference new, and that is reflected in a lot of the materials and finishing touches in the cars - there is some indication that the 987/981 is built to a price that isn't there with the 997/991. On the other hand, a lot of the price differential is driven by the higher margin Porsche demands (and gets) for the 911 models. Engine differences and performance differences are largely built-in to justify that price gap.

The mid-engine 987/981 handles better than the 997/991 in the hands of 99% of all drivers (me included). There, I said it. An expert driver, let's say Patrick Long, may be able to wring that last percent of performance out of the 911, but the average driver will get more performance out of the 987/981. The 911 has the advantage of being able to put the power down harder coming out of a turn, the increased ability to rotate the chassis, and more power period due to Porsche offering more powerful engine options; but it's offset by trickier handling that is kept in check in the modern cars with super-wide rear tires and stability control systems.

However, the 911s generally have a higher materials quality inside, partly because more of them have been purchased with the often optional extras that make the interior nicer. The car drives more quietly, smoothly, and comfortably, and generally feels more sophisticated - it rides a more fine line between sports car and GT, while the 987/981 is pure sports car.

A big factor for me buying my current 997.2S vs another Boxster S or Cayman S was the back seat. With kids, it suddenly goes from a Sunday AM once a month car to a daily driver. And clearly, if you want the additional power of a Turbo or AWD, you have no choice but a 911. But if I didn't have kids, I'm not sure that I wouldn't have bought a newer 981 Spyder or GTS with the same money I put into the 911.

[Jon D]

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A big factor for me buying my current 997.2S vs another Boxster S or Cayman S was the back seat. With kids, it suddenly goes from a Sunday AM once a month car to a daily driver. And clearly, if you want the additional power of a Turbo or AWD, you have no choice but a 911. But if I didn't have kids, I'm not sure that I wouldn't have bought a newer 981 Spyder or GTS with the same money I put into the 911.

I would live to talk about the above. My debate for is between a 997,newer Boxster S, or older turbo. PM me if you are open. No kids and it's a 3rd car for my mountain house so think curves mountain roads I.e. Tail of the Dragon, Blue Ridge Pkwy etc. all would be verts.


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[holyc0w]

Beautiful car

Congrats on the purchase

[yura]

Amazing car. Huge congrats, Charlie!

[cakM3]

Beautiful car

Congrats on the purchase

Thanks! :)


Amazing car. Huge congrats, Charlie!

Thanks! :thumbsup

@ Guy, Ayan and Jon....good points brought up... thanks Ayan for an in-depth explanation between the 987/981 and 997/991 :thumbsup I have to agree with you there.

@ Rob, perhaps someday you will find and get your E9x ///M :thumbsup

[cakM3]

Updated a few interior pics on the first page (post #2)


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[cakM3]

I let Botond drive my Porsche today. This was his first time in a Porsche let alone driving one ;)
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I was enjoying the view from my passenger's seat
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I'll let Botond post his thoughts on driving my turbo :drevil


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[WOLFN8TR]

BP what where you thinking in that photo?? :shifty

[orange260z]

BP what where you thinking in that photo?? :shifty

Where do I put the key? :dunno

[cakM3]

Where do I put the key? :dunno

Yep!!

[ELCID86]

Sphincter phactor??

[WOLFN8TR]

Here BP....:hi





http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o9rNffMweEo

[cakM3]

Now that's funny!!


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[cakM3]

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My friend's Interlagos Blue ///M parked next to my Porsche...

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[WOLFN8TR]

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[Johnmadd]

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Very beautiful my friend!

[cakM3]

Thanks Gary and John! Botond snapped this picture just before I put my Porsche back inside my garage to get her detailed today. It is amazing to see just how much detailing my Porsche needed although she did look good. Just feeling the paint tells you what has been detailed and what has not. You can also see by how well the detailed areas reflect the background.


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[hcbeck2689]

I let Botond drive my Porsche today. This was his first time in a Porsche let alone driving one ;)
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I was enjoying the view from my passenger's seat
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I'll let Botond post his thoughts on driving my turbo :drevil


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I love it when people with nice cars give us low class people an opportunity to enjoy the finer things in life ;)

[az3579]

BP what where you thinking in that photo?? :shifty

Charlie can never wait for me to get situated before snapping a photo. :p


Where do I put the key? :dunno

Did that too... when trying to shut it off. :facepalm



So, coming from the perspective of someone who's never been in a Porsche before today, I can say a few words from my "never owned a fast car" (it's all relative) point of view.

The fastest car I've ever driven before this Porsche was Tony's F80 M3 (which I thoroughly enjoyed :) ). That car doesn't have near the power that Charlie's 911 Turbo (hereby referred to as 997T) has, so there is a big gap there. What I can say is that from the power department standpoint, the Porsche would leave the F80 in the dust. Let's not forget that the F80 is a very powerful - and fast - car.

Most of us don't ever get to drive fast cars, so even an E46 M3 would seem like a rocketship to us "non-acquainted" folk. But, as fast as the E46 M3 is, its speed is deceptive. It's a car that you have to wring out to get the power out of - it's a rev whore.

The 997T is on a whole 'nother planet. If we were to break it down into tiers, cars like the ZHP would be Tier 2 cars. The E46 M3 would be Tier 3. The 997T is a Tier 5 car without a doubt.

An easier way to describe it would be an airplane. You get all of the thrusty feeling you get when you're about to take off in a plane, and you also get all of the rushing wind noise as well. The only thing you don't get is takeoff. All this, and you don't even have to pass 2k rpm to get started.

The throttle pedal response is amazing, and makes me wonder why the fawk BMW can't get that right. You press the pedal and it immediately applies throttle, none of this lag nonsense that non-M E46's suffer so badly from. It feels like it's a throttle cable! I sure do miss that feeling...

When you put your foot down, you get an initial "testing phase" - it will accelerate a bit as though it was asking you "are you sure you want to do this?" phase, and then a split second later it will say "that's what I thought" and will lay it on you. Once that happens, you might as well have pressed a hyperspace button. You'd probably be able to outaccelerate an E46 M3 at full song in third while just keeping it in sixth in the 997T. It is truly scary how quickly it will reach 130+ mph.

Me being me, I was quite timid when driving Charlie's car. I don't like flogging other peoples' cars, especially if they are more powerful than mine, so I wasn't exactly out to test the limits with the car. what I can tell you, however, is that with the timid driving that I was doing, I probably still would have done laps around the ZHP at nearly maximum effort in the same corners. One particular awesome, twisty on ramp comes to mind. It's a long right-hand sweeper, followed by a short straight, and a quick left-right combo that leads you on to the highway. The car was glued to the road, and has good transitional abilities. The steering ratio is quite fast - faster than the ZHP's awesome ratio. That required minimal steering wheel turning to go around these corners expediently.

Brakes? Check. Charlie's speed demonstration also included some minor braking action. By minor, I mean "well-into-the-triple-digit speeds" with moderate braking pressure brought us right back down to 70 with ease. Those Brembo GT's are amazing brakes.

There are other thoughts about the car as well, but I'm not exactly about to write a book on the thing. :)

[cakM3]

I love it when people with nice cars give us low class people an opportunity to enjoy the finer things in life ;)

Interesting that you say this ... I think I know what you're getting at...

Just to be clear...I don't allow just anyone to drive my cars, especially my Porsche. I put a lot of time, effort and heart into each of my cars and Botond has, on many occasions, made the 2hr drive to come and give me a hand on both of my BMWs.

He has earned my trust and that is why I have no problem with him driving my cars. Out of everyone I know...here in this forum and outside this forum, Botond has the most time behind the wheel of my M3 next to me :thumbsup

One thing that sticks out most to me is that Botond has never asked me to drive any of my cars...not even hinting. He never had any expectation and that's why I invited him to drive my cars. When given the opportunity Botond has always been careful behind the wheel of my cars. I actually have just as much fun watching him enjoy driving my cars as he does driving them :thumbsup

You have to build on that trust before you can allow someone to drive your baby...all I'm saying. I don't look at a person as low-class or high-class. To me a person is a person. It's up to them to show me if they are good or bad. I stay away from bad, negative douche-like people....

[WOLFN8TR]

Nice review BP! Sounds like it's pretty dam fast! Hey Charlie I like the SIG!!!

[az3579]

Nice review BP! Sounds like it's pretty dam fast! Hey Charlie I like the SIG!!!

+1
Gorgeous picture. I love the image quality your Nikon produces.

[prowlerflyer]

OMG Charlie! Sorry catching up, been gone. Wow, that is so over the top. Such a different league in performance. Nicely optioned too with full leather and GT silver, I believe both are ~$3500 options. Good thing it doesn't have PCCB, so you don't have to fear a $6000 brake job.


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[cakM3]

Nice review BP! Sounds like it's pretty dam fast! Hey Charlie I like the SIG!!!

Since getting the Porsche someone here has been prodding me to update my sig ;) Thanks Gary! :thumbsup


+1
Gorgeous picture. I love the image quality your Nikon produces.

Thanks Botond! :thumbsup


OMG Charlie! Sorry catching up, been gone. Wow, that is so over the top. Such a different league in performance. Nicely optioned too with full leather and GT silver, I believe both are ~$3500 options. Good thing it doesn't have PCCB, so you don't have to fear a $6000 brake job.

Thanks Steve! My Porsche doesn't even come close to your F-18 however but for cars it is pretty awesome! ;) I know you are a very busy person these days... hope your tour of duty is going well! Maybe you can send me your personal challenge coin sometime :thumbsup If you're ever back in Newport let me know! I'd love to introduce my Porsche to you like how I introduced you to my M3! :drevil

[09mageec]

I seriously can't wait to see this thing, Charlie. I was hoping I would get surprised by you and BP showing up to the CCA Show 'n' Shine yesterday! Soon we gotta get together. Cars looking amaze-balls

[cakM3]

I seriously can't wait to see this thing, Charlie. I was hoping I would get surprised by you and BP showing up to the CCA Show 'n' Shine yesterday! Soon we gotta get together. Cars looking amaze-balls

I completely forgot about the CCA Show and Shine until late yesterday afternoon. Been spending the day detailing my Porsche...she really needs my touch ;)

[09mageec]

I feel ya on that. It doesn't really feel like yours until you give it that needed T&A ;)

[cakM3]

Got another panel detailed...almost done!

Got all three cars outside but the wind is crazy out here today....f'n New England!!
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Charrie's Garage...
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[Johnmadd]

I love BP's reviews... on everything.

[3ZHP]

Nice review BP

[cakM3]

Nice review BP

+1
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[Whammy]

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mmmmm p car. :drool

[cakM3]

mmmmm p car. :drool

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[cakM3]

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Got my Fabspeed exhaust tips this afternoon [emoji41]

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Packaging is superb [emoji1360]

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Will be working at installing these soon...:drevil

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They even have it stamped which side each tip goes! These guys make installing these easy!! [emoji2]

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[rguti153]

i wonder what your neighbors think about ur cars . eveything looks so good

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[Johnmadd]

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Got my Fabspeed exhaust tips this afternoon [emoji41]

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Packaging is superb [emoji1360]

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Will be working at installing these soon...:drevil

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They even have it stamped which side each tip goes! These guys make installing these easy!! [emoji2]

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:drool :drool :drool

[Sockethead]

Looks like the BMWs will be taking the back seat.... at least for the short term, eh?

Do you think you'll still be doing the BMW Performance rear brake conversion on the ZHP now that you plan on passing that along to your daughter? I know a lot of folks here are interested in that conversion...

[cakM3]

Looks like the BMWs will be taking the back seat.... at least for the short term, eh?

Yeah, short term...but not long Rob. Still lots to do!



Do you think you'll still be doing the BMW Performance rear brake conversion on the ZHP now that you plan on passing that along to your daughter? I know a lot of folks here are interested in that conversion...

I plan to get to this once I get a few things done on my Porsche.

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Getting this as well as LED tail lights to get my 997.1tt set up the way I like it [emoji1360][emoji4]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vu5lxHhWFFk

[WOLFN8TR]

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[cakM3]

yessssssss :drevil

I purchased these tonight so I can start updating my turn signsls so that they can serve as daytime running lights as well...

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[derbo]

Very nice Chuck!


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[rguti153]

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[cakM3]

Looks like I will have a delay in purchasing my day time running lights for my Porsche... vendor ran out of the clear lens version and only has the dark smoke version in stock. I had to ask for a full refund as I don't want to have the smoke lights...perhaps this is for the better right now as I had an unexpected withdraw for college funds that came up this week...there is a reason for everything :)

[cakM3]

Got my new Fabspeed quad tips and Porsche Short Shift Kit installed today[emoji41][emoji41] I love personalizing my cars!
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For reference...this was the original look
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The OE tips were shot so since my Porsche is now under my care, there will be a few tweaks in store to reflect my touch ;)


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[Sockethead]

The quad tips look bad-ass!
How about a shot of the short shifter....

[cakM3]

The quad tips look bad-ass!

Thanks Rob! I think so as well! [emoji41][emoji1360]



How about a shot of the short shifter....

There is not much to look at but I can take a shot of the original shifter mechanism that came out of my Porsche. They are very different from the E46 shifter I got accustomed to seeing...

[D1ESEL]

Looks great!

Hopefully in the next year or so I will be adding a 997.1 GT3 to the stable to balance out the 2 BMW's :)

[cakM3]

Looks great!

Hopefully in the next year or so I will be adding a 997.1 GT3 to the stable to balance out the 2 BMW's :)

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Good plan!! That's why I got my 997.1 turbo so it can compliment my two BMWs ;)

[Sockethead]

There is not much to look at but I can take a shot of the original shifter mechanism that came out of my Porsche. They are very different from the E46 shifter I got accustomed to seeing...
Ok I was curious to know if it was visibly shorter like the UUC shifters for our cars

[az3579]

Much, much better! I'm just sitting here shaking my head though... he doesn't even have permanent plates on yet and he's already modding it. lol

[Johnmadd]

Much, much better! I'm just sitting here shaking my head though... he doesn't even have permanent plates on yet and he's already modding it. lol

Lol, I wanna be like Charlie too.

[cakM3]

Ok I was curious to know if it was visibly shorter like the UUC shifters for our cars

Rob, the Porsche SSK is very close. Shift patterns are very tight and 5th/6th throws are much shorter.... this is the shifter that should have left with the car from initial build in my opinion. It is perfect! :)


Much, much better! I'm just sitting here shaking my head though... he doesn't even have permanent plates on yet and he's already modding it. lol

Botond, that's because my 997 is already paid off :p

[MtechJon]

Sweet whip yo! Was I the only one that was fooled by the Camry, sometimes shit happens and thought you were for real lol.


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[cakM3]

Sweet whip yo! Was I the only one that was fooled by the Camry, sometimes shit happens and thought you were for real lol.

Couldn't resist pulling a practical joke on everyone while I was working out the deal on my new whip ;) This car is amazing at so many levels... now with the ssk installed, it is even better :)

[MtechJon]

Nice! Can't wait to see the mods you do. You plan on taking that beast to the track?


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[cakM3]

Nice! Can't wait to see the mods you do.

They won't be huge mods until my daughter is done with college.


You plan on taking that beast to the track?

I don't plan to track this beast, however I do plan to take my new whip on some road trips[emoji41][emoji1360]

[cakM3]

Looks like this is on again....

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The vendor contacted me and told me they are manufacturing a clear set to send out :) I will soon be adding another mod to my Porsche :drevil

[cakM3]

Next mod for the Porsche will be full 6000k HID update/upgrade... I have spare 6000k D2S bulbs so that will be a simple swap. Next will be the fog lights... I have spare 35w HID ballasts and am waiting to get the 6000k H3 bulbs needed for the retrofit. Once I get them I will be updating the look to 6000k which will provide a much cleaner light output in my opinion...:drevil

[cakM3]

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I will be changing out my OE hood badge for one of these... :drevil


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[fredo]

That could be a nice buckle.

[cakM3]

That could be a nice buckle.

Or it will be a nice hood badge for my silver grey Porsche fredo ;)

[cakM3]

got my Porsche in the shop so I can have them identify any issues and list them in priority.... this will help me develop a thorough maintenance plan for my new rocket...

Got a silver on black 2016 Porsche Cayenne with less than 900 miles to drive for a loaner today :drevil

[TheFinanceGuy]

I saw this car last weekend, it was everything I had hoped it would be. This looks great Charlie! Congratulations again.

[cakM3]

I saw this car last weekend, it was everything I had hoped it would be. This looks great Charlie! Congratulations again.

Thanks Patrick! It was great to see Stella and catch up with you at the Cars and Coffee meet last weekend :thumbsup

[Sockethead]

I saw your twin at the Charleston cars & coffee... Looks like it has the turn signals you want

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I can't remember what color your interior is but here's theirs..,

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[cakM3]

I saw your twin at the Charleston cars & coffee... Looks like it has the turn signals you want

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160521/f17f57de50a8bcc8e1cadb43a5ec4d1a.jpg

I love this exterior look. Ordered my "upgraded" dual purpose turn signals. Just waiting for the vendor to ship them out to me :)


I can't remember what color your interior is but here's theirs..,

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Rob if you look at post #2 on the first page you will see pictures of my interior.... it is black. I couldn't deal with anything other than black in a Porsche... they are too over the top with their color interiors in my opinion...here's a few shots of my interior Rob :thumbsup

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As you can see.... I also have the upgraded "Sport Steering Wheel" in my Porsche ;)
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[Sockethead]

I couldn't deal with anything other than black in a Porsche... they are too over the top with their color interiors in my opinion...



That's what I figured lol :)

[Pip]

Your steering wheel is so much better looking. I'm a sucker for little details like that. I wish there were knobs for the Porsche that were similar to the ZHP or perf knob shape. I'm sure I'd get used to it but it just looks so different.


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[BMWCurves]

Late to this thread, but awesome acquisition there, Charlie!

Porsches have never spoken to me, but I respect the machine and the engineering behind it. I'm sure that thing is nothing short of a rocket ship, and it'll be even better in your hands.

[cakM3]

Your steering wheel is so much better looking. I'm a sucker for little details like that. I wish there were knobs for the Porsche that were similar to the ZHP or perf knob shape. I'm sure I'd get used to it but it just looks so different.

Sean, I was thinking the same thing when I saw this wheel but even w/o the buttons....this wheel looks much better than the other wheel. I can get used not having steering wheel buttons an have this wheel. :)

As you said...it's the little details that improve the looks of the car[emoji41][emoji1360]


Late to this thread, but awesome acquisition there, Charlie!

Porsches have never spoken to me, but I respect the machine and the engineering behind it. I'm sure that thing is nothing short of a rocket ship, and it'll be even better in your hands.

Thanks!! I will admit when I saw my Porsche personally this car reached out to me. This is my third car and I'm the third owner. Perhaps this was coincidence but when the realization hit me I had to have this car. I'm the third owner on both of my current BMWs as well! Since taking delivery, this car has been nothing short of amazing! As much as I love having my BMWs in my stable, I'm glad to have a Porsche sharing my stable. Always good to have different cars to enjoy [emoji41][emoji1360]

[cakM3]

I purchased updated LED tail lights for my P-car today ;)

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7091/27101206531_d359a7d7fb_b.jpg

[cakM3]

I also purchased new center caps for my wheels this evening....:)

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[BADCLOWN]

Guess we aren't going to see any ZHP or M3 mods for a while haha

[cakM3]

Guess we aren't going to see any ZHP or M3 mods for a while haha

We shall see Jacob....my ZHP is overdue for some love ;)


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[az3579]

I purchased updated LED tail lights for my P-car today ;)

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7091/27101206531_d359a7d7fb_b.jpg

How much are the OE ones? Have people done Depo lights in a Porsche before?

[MiniD]

How much are the OE ones? Have people done Depo lights in a Porsche before?

Many 997.1 owners run DEPO LED tails with no issues. Personally not a fan of them because they don't look like OEM.

[cakM3]

Only way you can put OEM LED tails from the 997.2 on a 997.1 is to change out the rear bumper using OEM LED tails. The shape of the newer style LED tail lights are very different from the 997.1 style tail lights. The cost involved to run OEM LED 997.2 tails on my 997.1 is not worth it to me at the present time...in my case, I would also have to change out rear parking sensors because my current ones won't clip into the new bumper so that would also be an added cost.

To get a similar look you have to go with the DEPOT LED tails which to me doesn't look too bad. As MiniD stated, many 997.1 owners run the DEPOT LED tails on their cars.

[cakM3]

Got a few chips on my headlight lens thanks to crap-95 from Greenwich CT to New Haven so I decided to clean up my headlight lens enough to put a laminex film over them...
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Worked the driver's side first tonight...this was the scary part to me...
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I refinished my ZHP's lens last summer so I'm fairly comfortable working on these... soon I won't have to worry about them since they will be protected by film...

[BMWCurves]

Sorry to hear. When I lived in Philly, I hated 95 (only beaten out by 76).

What are your steps for prepping the lenses for laminex?

[cakM3]

Sorry to hear. When I lived in Philly, I hated 95 (only beaten out by 76).

What are your steps for prepping the lenses for laminex?

Start out by cleaning the lens then tape off the area really well so when sanding the surface of the headlight lens you don't accidentally hit the body of the car.

Use the 3M headlight lens restorer kit. Follow the procedure that comes with the kit but if you still feel uneasy then go on YouTube and look up videos using the 3M kit and see how it's done:thumbsup

For the film get a bucket of hot water to immerse the film in. When the film is warmed up, it is much easier to apply. Get either a hair drier or a heat gun to blow hot air on the film as you apply it. Squeegee out the alcohol-based liquid underneath the film that you sprayed onto the lens to get the liquid and bubbles out from underneath the film.

[BMWCurves]

Start out by cleaning the lens then tape off the area really well so when sanding the surface of the headlight lens you don't accidentally hit the body of the car.

Use the 3M headlight lens restorer kit. Follow the procedure that comes with the kit but if you still feel uneasy then go on YouTube and look up videos using the 3M kit and see how it's done������

For the film get a bucket of hot water to immerse the film in. When the film is warmed up, it is much easier to apply. Get either a hair drier or a heat gun to blow hot air on the film as you apply it. Squeegee out the alcohol-based liquid underneath the film that you sprayed onto the lens to get the liquid and bubbles out from underneath the film.

Cool, thanks!

[cakM3]

Driver's side almost done...
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[Sockethead]

are you going to seal the plastic before covering it?

[WOLFN8TR]

I used this on my LED Fogs, easy to apply!

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[cakM3]

are you going to seal the plastic before covering it?

Absolutely! I'm planning to use the 3M Clear Auto Sealer to finish up the job when complete. :thumbsup

[ryankokesh]

I used this on my LED Fogs, easy to apply!

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[BADCLOWN]

Time to step your mod game up Charlie haha


https://youtu.be/1lwLlNQBi5A

[cakM3]

Time to step your mod game up Charlie haha


https://youtu.be/1lwLlNQBi5A

Jacob, by virtue of having my ZHP, ///M and recently adding my 997.1 turbo in my garage I can easily say without a doubt that I have already stepped up my game. I would love to do this but right now I am going to allow my wallet to recover a bit ;) I would add that I think I have "car issues" ;)

[BADCLOWN]

Oh, you've definitely stepped the car game up. Now it's time to step the mod game up.

[Sockethead]

I would add that I think I have "car issues" ;)

really? :scratchinghead

[cakM3]

I finished refinishing my driver's headlight, sealed and then put protective film on it...
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Then I decided to take the driver's side tail light out and noticed dirt inside so I cleaned the cavity out
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Looks much nicer in there :thumbsup


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[cakM3]

Oh, you've definitely stepped the car game up. Now it's time to step the mod game up.

In time Jacob.....in time....

[BADCLOWN]

Headlights turned out well.

[WOLFN8TR]

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[cakM3]

Headlights turned out well.

I think so as well Jacob, thanks!

[Johnmadd]

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:rofl

[Johnmadd]

Great job, that 3m kit is really good. I used it on my dad's truck (and they were horrible), and they came out looking brand new.

[cakM3]

Great job, that 3m kit is really good. I used it on my dad's truck (and they were horrible), and they came out looking brand new.

:thumbsup

[cakM3]

I forgot to mention that I had the dealer do a full used car inspection on my Porsche just to see whether or not they could find anything that New Country Porsche didn't. There were only 3 items listed:

1. side marker light bulb
2. recommend a new set of rear tires
3. perform a 4-wheel alignment

I reused the OE white bulbs when I swapped out the original yellow side markers for the new clear ones. This was done after I purchased my Porsche.

The rear tires weren't worn out but they were Michelin Pilot Sport tires and the front were Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires. The dealer recommend that I get a new set of Pilot Super Sports to go with what I had in front. Problem is that they are not available until September (9/30/16) in my 305/30 ZR19 size :(

The 4-wheel alignment was recommended once I have PSSs mounted on my rear wheels...

Other than that, there was nothing else the mechanics could find wrong with my car. Every system checked out perfect - as expected :) My service advisor told me that their mechanics said to her that my Porsche was in perfect shape (good as new) and that I was lucky to have found such a fine car :thumbsup I can now enjoy my Porsche ownership going forward...:happyspidey

[Johnmadd]

Spider-Man aproved!

[theothersawyer]

Love it! Car is looking good!

[Sockethead]

That's good peace of mind, eh Charlie?... especially on a car like that..

[fredo]

+1. No surprises hiding on this one. :thumbsup

[slater]

Great job, that 3m kit is really good. I used it on my dad's truck (and they were horrible), and they came out looking brand new.

very cool. i need to try that on the tank...


and nice work, charlie! :cheers

[cakM3]

Thanks everyone! It is nice when you have two different dealers telling you that your car is in perfect shape...gives you the confidence that you won't have any major issues for the life of the car as long as you treat it with the respect and care it deserves :thumbsup

[TheFinanceGuy]

It is comical to see the mileage differences in fleet of German auto's in your signature picture. :)


Great news from the dealer as well. I hope you enjoyed a few treats while waiting for the car at the dealer. They looked great!

[cakM3]

It is comical to see the mileage differences in fleet of German auto's in your signature picture. :)


Great news from the dealer as well. I hope you enjoyed a few treats while waiting for the car at the dealer. They looked great!

I don't get the humor of what you're saying Patrick.... :/

[BADCLOWN]

Probably referring to the extreme differences between the 3. Two high mileage, one super low.

[brettbimmer]

I forgot to mention that I had the dealer do a full used car inspection on my Porsche just to see whether or not they could find anything that New Country Porsche didn't. There were only 3 items listed:

1. side marker light bulb
2. recommend a new set of rear tires
3. perform a 4-wheel alignment

I reused the OE white bulbs when I swapped out the original yellow side markers for the new clear ones. This was done after I purchased my Porsche.

The rear tires weren't worn out but they were Michelin Pilot Sport tires and the front were Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires. The dealer recommend that I get a new set of Pilot Super Sports to go with what I had in front. Problem is that they are not available until September (9/30/16) in my 305/30 ZR19 size :(

The 4-wheel alignment was recommended once I have PSSs mounted on my rear wheels...

Other than that, there was nothing else the mechanics could find wrong with my car. Every system checked out perfect - as expected :) My service advisor told me that their mechanics said to her that my Porsche was in perfect shape (good as new) and that I was lucky to have found such a fine car :thumbsup I can now enjoy my Porsche ownership going forward...:happyspidey
...So I guess that means you have to put her up on blocks until fall...or run another set of tears with some lead-foot launches so you'll be ready when they are available!

P looks perfect BTW!

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[cakM3]

...So I guess that means you have to put her up on blocks until fall...or run another set of tears with some lead-foot launches so you'll be ready when they are available!

P looks perfect BTW!

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Still going to run my P-car along with my BMWs Brett ;) Thanks!!


I received two packages for my Porsche in the mail today....a pair of 6000k xenon H3 bulbs for my fog lights and my DRL/turn signal kit

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Ordered my CANBUS ballasts this evening :)
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Waiting on a few more items before doing the install :drevil


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[330i ZHP]

How is this thread up to 18 pages already.

http://forums.vwvortex.com/showthread.php?7188165-997-Thread

[Sockethead]

Charrie's parts on their way from China:

https://vimeo.com/168464066

[cakM3]

Charrie's parts on their way from China:

https://vimeo.com/168464066

Very nice Rob.... you know I'm asian! :p


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[cakM3]

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I ended up with 5 sets of center caps when I took delivery of my package today ;) I paid a total of $90 for them :)

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[Johnmadd]

Shipping mistake?

[cakM3]

Shipping mistake?

Perhaps but I'll take it! :thumbsup

[cakM3]

Today I had the opportunity to spend some "quality time" with my new hot rod... so I drove into Newport this afternoon and did an impromptu photo shoot with my new toy ;)

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I appreciate having this very special car with each day....

[Sockethead]

Looks good with all the yellow gone

[330i ZHP]

Why did you polish the ZHP lenses and not just replace them?

[cakM3]

Looks good with all the yellow gone

I agree Rob :)

@ Stuart.... not following you regarding polishing the ZHP lenses...

[330i ZHP]

Got a few chips on my headlight lens thanks......

I refinished my ZHP's lens last summer so I'm fairly comfortable working on these... soon I won't have to worry about them since they will be protected by film...

This

[cakM3]

This

Gotcha! I did the ZHP lens just to see whether or not I could refinish the plastic lens. Now that I know how to do it... it kinda prepared me for doing my Porsche's headlight lens. After resurfacing my lens I made sure to put a UV protective coat and then laminex the lens so it will stay perfect...

[Whammy]

well done Charlie! Nice updates!

[cakM3]

well done Charlie! Nice updates!

Thanks Jeff!

[FL116]

Wow! Good buy Charlie and congrats! It looks beautiful! Can't wait to see more of this car! And I know I'm late to respond but I have been working so much lol

[cakM3]

Wow! Good buy Charlie and congrats! It looks beautiful! Can't wait to see more of this car! And I know I'm late to respond but I have been working so much lol

Thanks Bryant! :thumbsup

[UdubBadger]

:like

[cakM3]

:like

Appreciate it Seth!

[cakM3]

New Porsche crest mounted on my hood :drevil

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[Johnmadd]

Really stands out, I love it.

[cakM3]

Really stands out, I love it.

Thanks John! Yeah, I love the difference in the look as well [emoji1360][emoji41]

Here's a comparison between the original and my monochrome crest
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[BADCLOWN]

Monochrome is much better.

[cakM3]

Monochrome is much better.

I agree Jacob, thanks! :thumbsup

[ELCID86]

Make a necklace out of the old one?! ;-)

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[cakM3]

Make a necklace out of the old one?! ;-)

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I will just put the old one in the box that the new one came in and put it away among my "spare parts" inventory....

[Hornung418]

I think we have enough members to finally start our own Porsche thread :)

I hadn't been in the loop for a while, starting a new job and looking for my first home. But, a huge congrats to you, Charlie!! The 997 Turbo is the most affordable supercar you can buy right now It's truly amazing how much power these things deliver.

I haven't read past the first page, just wanted to say hey!

[cakM3]

I think we have enough members to finally start our own Porsche thread :)

I hadn't been in the loop for a while, starting a new job and looking for my first home. But, a huge congrats to you, Charlie!! The 997 Turbo is the most affordable supercar you can buy right now It's truly amazing how much power these things deliver.

I haven't read past the first page, just wanted to say hey!

Thanks Justin :)

[cakM3]

My new LED tail lights (made in Korea according to a forum member) came in today.... according to him I'm about to ruin my Porsche...

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I started installing them after repositioning my car outside the garage...
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Upon initial inspection these LED tail lights did not look bad.
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These lights were literally set up as "plug-n-play" which made installing them so much easier....just like OEM :thumbsup

Here's the last look of my OEM halogen tail lights.... they will be put away in the same box my new tail lights came in :)
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Got the new driver's side tail light installed... you can see the difference between the new tail light and the original tail light in the pic below... the Depot LED tails sure update the look of the 997.1
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Both sides completed... this was a very simple unscrew (center phillips screw) and swap....
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I then put my key in the ignition and turned on the car to make sure there were no error messages indicating a burnt out tail light... there were no error messages. Everything was normal as expected :thumbsup
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I went back to take a look and the tail lights look pretty good if you ask me :)

Hazards engaged to see both center yellow lights light up...
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I then checked the right/left turn signals and they all worked as expected with no issues. :thumbsup

The finish and quality of these Depot tail lights are very close to OEM when I compared them to my OE lenses... I am very pleased with the quality so far (notice my ZHP photobombing in the background). :)
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One thing to note is when I took out my tail lights... the cavity inside was dirty... looks like I will be addressing this area from time to time... just to keep things clean inside there...
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There was some residue I found on the passenger's side.... probably someone fapping near the car... :p
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Got everything cleaned up before installing the new tail lights. I also applied a coat of REJEX to the new tail light lens and then applied a good coat of wax for added protection...

[BMWCurves]

Those new tails look great, Charlie.

[cakM3]

Those new tails look great, Charlie.

Thanks!! The light output from these LED tails at night look so good! These iPhone shots don't do justice how good these lights actually are but will give you an idea just how bright they are [emoji41]

This is with rear fog light on
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Rear running lights
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For some reason I couldn't get my iPhone to focus...


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[Johnmadd]

Now you stand out, I love it!

[cakM3]

Now you stand out, I love it!

That's the plan John, thanks!

[WOLFN8TR]

Ya those look really Sweet Charlie! I had the same problem trying to take photos of my LED fog lights at night. Too bright.

[cakM3]

Ya those look really Sweet Charlie! I had the same problem trying to take photos of my LED fog lights at night. Too bright.

Thanks Gary! Yeah, I will grab my Nikon and try again over the weekend :)

[kakashi169]

It didn't take long for the mod bug to kick in Charlie! Love the stealthy mods!

[cakM3]

It didn't take long for the mod bug to kick in Charlie! Love the stealthy mods!

Thanks Daniel! I will be shifting back to modding my ZHP soon (CSL bootlid and 135i rear calipers) :drevil

[Sockethead]

Looks great Charlie!


There was some residue I found on the passenger's side.... probably someone flapping near the car... :p



Ummm that would be fapping not flapping LOL :biggrin

[cakM3]

Looks great Charlie!



Ummm that would be fapping not flapping LOL :biggrin

damned autocorrect get's me again! but yes...corrected sir :thumbsup

[BADCLOWN]

Much much MUCH better looking setup

[cakM3]

Much much MUCH better looking setup

Thanks Jacob! I appreciate your feedback :thumbsup

[cakM3]

Love how this instrument cluster lights up when outside lighting is low [emoji41] Totally cool effect! [emoji1360]
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[cakM3]

I mounted my gominigo tow hook license plate bracket this afternoon

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Yes, WD-40 has been applied so in the event I have to use a real tow hook, I will be able to. :)
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I happen to live in a state where the State Police are really anal and are quick to pull over nice cars that don't have a front plate so I have mine installed. All I need now are my plates so I can get them mounted. I'm quite positive having this bracket will cause unnecessary drag but then for the speeds I will be driving primarily I don't expect having this license plate bracket to affect mileage too much :rofl

Now to reapply WD-40 to my M3 and ZHP's tow hook bracket ensuring they can be easily removed if necessary :)


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[BADCLOWN]

That's pretty slick. I'm glad Kentucky doesn't require front plates, it's so pointless. For what it's worth Charlie: I wouldn't pull you over for not having your front plate on (or anyone else for that matter)

[BMWCurves]

That's pretty slick. I'm glad Kentucky doesn't require front plates, it's so pointless. For what it's worth Charlie: I wouldn't pull you over for not having your front plate on (or anyone else for that matter)

That's because you're cool and sensible. Oregon PD and parking authorities are big on handing out tickets if they see you without your front plate. I hate it.

[cakM3]

That's because you're cool and sensible.

+1

Appreciate it Jacob... we need more police officers like you my friend! ;) :thumbsup


Oregon PD and parking authorities are big on handing out tickets if they see you without your front plate. I hate it.

I feel the same way about Rhode Island State Troopers...they pull you over then give you the riot's act for not having front license plates but then go out of their way to harass you when you have window tint on your car as well... God forbid if you have a license plate cover over your license plate! That's against the law over here in this stupid state as well... :facepalm

Funny thing is that I never have any issues with the local police. In fact, most of them all know my car and I get a wave from them and I wave back :thumbsup

okay.... end of rant....

[spoonerDee]

Very surprised Porsche uses Bose speakers since their so crappy.

Congrats chuckles, now I hate you even more :shifty

[cakM3]

Congrats chuckles, now I hate you even more :shifty

:biggrin

Thanks Keith! :thumbsup

[WOLFN8TR]

Looks good Charlie. I feel lucky to live in a state that doesn't require a front plate.

[cakM3]

Looks good Charlie. I feel lucky to live in a state that doesn't require a front plate.

You are lucky Gary! :thumbsup

[cakM3]

I just purchased a new Valentine V1 and connection kit for my Porsche to augment the installed K40.

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I will feel much better regarding my ESM suite when driving long distances in my Porsche :drevil

[illirep]

Charlie - check your pm. Please respond to me. Thanks


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[squashman702]

Yes, WD-40 has been applied so in the event I have to use a real tow hook, I will be able to. :)
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I happen to live in a state where the State Police are really anal and are quick to pull over nice cars that don't have a front plate so I have mine installed. All I need now are my plates so I can get them mounted. I'm quite positive having this bracket will cause unnecessary drag but then for the speeds I will be driving primarily I don't expect having this license plate bracket to affect mileage too much :rofl

Now to reapply WD-40 to my M3 and ZHP's tow hook bracket ensuring they can be easily removed if necessary :)


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I'd go with anti-seize or grease over WD40. Should hold up better over time.

[danewilson77]

I mounted my gominigo tow hook license plate bracket this afternoon

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Yes, WD-40 has been applied so in the event I have to use a real tow hook, I will be able to. :)
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160604/53af0cd32003d94e1adef0d70704b50a.jpg

I happen to live in a state where the State Police are really anal and are quick to pull over nice cars that don't have a front plate so I have mine installed. All I need now are my plates so I can get them mounted. I'm quite positive having this bracket will cause unnecessary drag but then for the speeds I will be driving primarily I don't expect having this license plate bracket to affect mileage too much :rofl

Now to reapply WD-40 to my M3 and ZHP's tow hook bracket ensuring they can be easily removed if necessary :)


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Looks good but a Porsche deserves a US Millwork.

S7 Edge, out

[cakM3]

Looks good but a Porsche deserves a US Millwork.

You are correct sir[emoji1360] Thanks for pointing me in the right direction [emoji41]


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[illirep]

Charlie - here is your daily reminder to respond to my pm


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[cakM3]

This weekend will be a busy weekend doing several upgrades to my Porsche.... more modding before my permanent plates get mounted ;)

1. Installing 6000k H11 bulbs into my headlight assemblies
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160608/6cb1a35b8e1082744633932fcc97a987.jpg

2. Taking off the front bumper to do the following:
- upgrading fog lights to 6000k HID fogs
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160608/9d9fbbe1b2b3a23956fd1f84f60080e0.jpg
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160608/c32fc033f2aa7c25776118188490adc1.jpg
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160608/bb700393595fbafe9cd6e7557c359535.jpg

- upgrading my turn signals to the DRL turn signals
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160608/5d5617bf0c219bddf7eeca48bc48c544.jpg
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160608/d779c247c7e7056a4a0a532d9769015a.jpg

3. Refreshing a few fasteners

4. Upgrading my rear license plate lights to LED lighting for a much cleaner look
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160608/88100fac8ef68a3f598f84b574237685.jpg

5. Upgrading my Porsche key fob to the 997.2 style key fob :drevil
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160608/49efd264903db2c331382cb0dbe77330.jpg
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160608/3c374dea4e392026833cc0a7b9d182a8.jpg

6. Apply leather treat inside my car (lots of leather to treat)


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[cakM3]

I let a very good friend of mine drive my Porsche the other evening...this was his response ;)
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160608/de5d03ac9b05179cff3dbc5ebc370f85.jpg

After the drive my friend thanked me and told me he could never afford one of these cars on his pay. I told him I wanted him to enjoy the full experience of being in a car of this level and that I was glad he enjoyed himself. Love having good friends who are into cars as much as I am [emoji41]


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[Sockethead]

We're still looking for people like that in Charleston. It will just take time. It's lonely not having car friends to share the passion

[cakM3]

We're still looking for people like that in Charleston. It will just take time. It's lonely not having car friends to share the passion

Rob, you and Kris are awesome people... you will find a few like-minded friends in the Charleston area :thumbsup

[rguti153]

I let a very good friend of mine drive my Porsche the other evening...this was his response ;)
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160608/de5d03ac9b05179cff3dbc5ebc370f85.jpg

After the drive my friend thanked me and told me he could never afford one of these cars on his pay. I told him I wanted him to enjoy the full experience of being in a car of this level and that I was glad he enjoyed himself. Love having good friends who are into cars as much as I am [emoji41]


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at a glance i thought it was vin diesel (Toretto)

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[cakM3]

at a glance i thought he was vin diesel (Toretto)

Wouldn't that be awesome! :)

[rguti153]

Wouldn't that be awesome! :)
lol yeah

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[MtechJon]

at a glance i thought it was vin diesel (Toretto)

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[emoji1] my first thought too


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[rguti153]

[emoji1] my first thought too


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no kidding

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[cakM3]

Got two packages for my Porsche today ;)
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160608/33b0e2a38df80823163f76c22f425196.jpg

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160608/118807eb9d9caf0c877aee69b12576a4.jpg


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[Sockethead]

what a surprise... ;)

[cakM3]

what a surprise... ;)

;)

My new Valentine 1 and connection kit for iOS devices came in
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160608/4475c9674ea2824bf6ca3331bce60466.jpg

As well as my new 6000k H11 bulbs
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160608/57fe9657b5e0689c52a58b378e35ac14.jpg

I should have my lighting all squared away by Sunday :drevil

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160608/763a0cff7819b023d37c09ef1d5b0d93.jpg


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[Johnmadd]

Nice!

[cakM3]

Nice!

Thanks John!

New 6000k 12v 100W H11 bulbs have been installed.... all I got left are my 6000k fogs.... that will be done soon... :drevil

[cakM3]

Ignition keys were updated today

My OE key on the right and the newer style key on the left...
https://c2.staticflickr.com/8/7253/26981475113_530d5c88e8_o.jpg
https://c6.staticflickr.com/8/7408/26981474973_b940d1d546_o.jpg


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[330i ZHP]

Keys are so passé









Lol

[330i ZHP]

Why the change? Your old key looked to be color matched

[330i ZHP]

I mounted my gominigo tow hook license plate bracket this afternoon

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160604/91ad4c5be03441e57560d35a99eb1540.jpg

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160604/6f5d93f7310b57892fc24002528cefc5.jpg

Yes, WD-40 has been applied so in the event I have to use a real tow hook, I will be able to. :)
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160604/53af0cd32003d94e1adef0d70704b50a.jpg

I happen to live in a state where the State Police are really anal and are quick to pull over nice cars that don't have a front plate so I have mine installed. All I need now are my plates so I can get them mounted. I'm quite positive having this bracket will cause unnecessary drag but then for the speeds I will be driving primarily I don't expect having this license plate bracket to affect mileage too much :rofl

Now to reapply WD-40 to my M3 and ZHP's tow hook bracket ensuring they can be easily removed if necessary :)


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Why put the lic plate on that thing hanging off the car when there are multiple mounting points exposed (yet covered by plugs)

[330i ZHP]

It makes it look cluttered

[cakM3]

Plugs are temporary Stuart. We talked about all of this offline. Thanks for your helpful comments :rofl


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[BADCLOWN]

Even though it's plugged, I'd still use the plate mount.


Stupid effing dealers and moronic people who drill into bumpers.

[cakM3]

Even though it's plugged, I'd still use the plate mount.


Stupid effing dealers and moronic people who drill into bumpers.

Exactly my thoughts Jacob, thanks! :thumbsup


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