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engine bay rust
Hi all, a newbie here...
Take a look at this engine bay picture. I see what appears to me to be rust on the back wall of the engine bay. Is this a cause for concern? What if the rest of the car turns up rust free? Is the rust in the engine bay a deal breaker? Thanks for any advice you can give me. 
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08-14-2006, 12:17 PM
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Glue from sound pad that is missing. Don't worry.
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08-14-2006, 12:19 PM
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What you think is rust may just be the adhesive residue from a missing engine pad - mine looks the same way. You can check this by trying to clean it off with a solvent like lacquer thinner. They sell replacement pads on this site or you can fab one yourself using a variety of materials- there are a lot of threads on this issue, just search 'engine pad' on the 911 tech forum.
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08-14-2006, 12:23 PM
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I agree just that crappy glue.
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08-14-2006, 12:24 PM
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Ok thanks guys... so my newbie follow-up questions would be...
1. what function does the engine pad serve? 2. do I need it or do I need to be concerned that this car doesn't have it? I appreciate the help. |
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08-14-2006, 12:28 PM
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The main purpose of the engine pad is to lower the sound level in the car's interior that is generated by the engine running.
I would replace it at the first engine drop, but not until then. You can only replace it while the engine is out. -Matt
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08-14-2006, 12:32 PM
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It makes the engine slightly less noisy, but only below 5000 rpm. Let it sing!
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08-14-2006, 12:34 PM
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With no disrespect intended if you can't answer those questions you should not be considering buying a 911 off eBay. Do a search on PPI's and eBay purchases. Or just tell me to mind my own business.
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