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Just bought a 997 3.6 2006

997Mike

997Mike

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After driving a 911 Supersport for the last 10yrs I have moved forward to a water cooled 997 , there is a few things I need to ask you 997 owners
1. Are all 997s slow in turning over before firing up
2 At what speed does the rear spoiler come up
3 Is there anything else I should know (apart from IMS and bore scoring)

I haven't read any of the books yet as you can see (handbook etc)
PS I still have my Supersport if anyone fancies one
Regards
Mike
 
Well done Mike!
1. No, could be battery, starter or poor connections
2. Around 75mph from memory
3. Yes, RTM!
Good idea to keep these on a battery conditioner, ctek or similar as they have a tendency go flat if left for a few weeks.
If it's a manual a short shifter is good addition if it doesn't have it already.

Enjoy!
 
Hey Mike
Nice post and welcome to 997 world.
Mine's a 2007 and recently had poor turnover like you suspect. Turns out the connection wire from the battery to the starter was degraded over the years. A new one fitted was an amazing transformation. The battery was checked and in perfect condition and after the cable was changed the engine really spins over and fires really easy now.

Spoiler pops at 70mph

Can you drop me details of the super sport as I'm genuinely interested?

Thanks,
Roelof.
 
Hi Another question
do all 997 models you have to put your foot on the clutch to start it
also the handbrake on this car feels very loose when you pull it up its doesn't feel like you pulling on any cables ,is that normal

Mike
 
Supersport Mike said:
Hi Another question
do all 997 models you have to put your foot on the clutch to start it
also the handbrake on this car feels very loose when you pull it up its doesn't feel like you pulling on any cables ,is that normal

Mike
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Yes and occasionally the clutch switch fails and it won't start!
Is the handbrake coming on? There is a degree of what feels like free movement and the last little bit pulls the brake on (Shoes inside the rear hubs)
 
Many thanks for that I wont worry

The cars great but coming out of a classic Porsche and going into a modern is somewhat strange lots of electrics I don't even know where to find the locking wheel nut , I hope the car grows on me, I'm sure it will

Mike
 
Hello Mike,

You will! The nut is usually under the boot carpet. There is a compartment there. Just lift it up and you should see it.
Good luck and enjoy motoring with your 997.

Ta! Sid
 
Mike
just get out and do a long drive in it:ROFLMAO: I'm sure when you do you will love it and find it difficult to go back to the old one[8|]
 
I hope so Geoff

Went for a drive today in the SSE just love it …………….but I must move on

Mike

By the Geoff what's the best oil to use in the new one is it Mobil 1 0-40w fully s/s
 
Mike,
Hi not sure but that is what I use in my turbo. I have never had to top up between services but still carry a small bottle [:)] I have a litre in the garage if you want it as a top up. Will be at Dove House open day or if you fancy a run out pop over
 
Geoff
As you know just got out of a classic which has a dipstick , this hasn't (which I say is a bit silly) don't understand the manual how do you check the oil level , does a display on the dash come up every time you turn on the ignition , I need a step by step guide Geoff

Coz you know everything

Mike
 
Hello!

Bit late to this but here's my tuppence worth:
1 - Slow turnover is almost certainly an about-to-die battery. Be aware of this as if it decides not to play anymore, you'll be stranded unless it happens to be when you're still at home (It happened to me) Be prepared and get a replacement ready. I cannot recommend Tanya Batteries enough both for their prices (Far and away cheaper than anyone else) but on the two times I've ordered from them it's arrived inside 48 hours. Also, as others have said, get a battery conditioner if you're using the car infrequently. These can be a little as £30 from Halfords - no, honestly, I've had two for over seven years without issues.

2 - The spoiler comes up at 56mph. I'm not sure why a lot of people seem to think it's 70 or 75 - I mean, why make the spoiler come up at a speed which advertises that you're breaking the speed limit?

3 - Best thing to know is to let the car warm up properly before giving her the beans. The coolant temp comes up nice and quick, but the oil temp doesn't hit it's optimal range of 95deg for at least 15 minutes of normal driving. And change the oil (Mobil 1 - 0 / 40w) every year.
 
Just as a bit of background, I seem to recall early 997's did indeed lift their spoilers around 75mph until the problem you described was pointed out then a revision was quickly introduced! [:)]
Regards,

Clive
 
Yeah it's in the manual up at 120km/h (75mph) down at 60km/h (37mph)

Plod can't pull you up evidencing your raised spoiler as they can't prove you didn't raise it manually.
 
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