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Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 10-30-2002, 10:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 710
Posted By rbertels
The brackets were added by the factory sometime...

The brackets were added by the factory sometime in the 87 or 88 model year. (I have an early 87 that didn't have the brackets when I got the car.) I've since added them. The brackets were added...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 09-23-2002, 10:45 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,370
Posted By rbertels
John, Yesterday while you were flagging I...

John,

Yesterday while you were flagging I went over and looked at your new car. I liked the duck tail on the car. It looks so natural on the car, even though it's a 993. In fact I loved the...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 08-29-2002, 10:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 949
Posted By rbertels
The consesus on the board seems to be synthetic...

The consesus on the board seems to be synthetic fluid for the G50. I have to say I agree with this from my personal experience.
Currently I'm using Redline's fluid that I installed in the spring.
...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 08-09-2002, 10:15 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,324
Posted By rbertels
I had a similar problem one day last April where...

I had a similar problem one day last April where the car would crank but not start and a few minutes later it started like I never had a problem.

That same day I also had a couple of situations on...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 04-29-2002, 10:08 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,126
Posted By rbertels
John, Car looks great! I'll stop by and see...

John,

Car looks great! I'll stop by and see you at Lime Rock this weekend.

P.S. Did you get a funnel?

rbertels
87 Coupe
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 04-23-2002, 10:10 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,174
Posted By rbertels
John, I second the thoughts of the other...

John,

I second the thoughts of the other John C. - it was good to see you and I hope your trip home from Pocono was uneventful.

I'm sure your car will be back to 100% soon. I'll probably run...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 04-16-2002, 12:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,059
Posted By rbertels
I only had a chance to start up the car. ...

I only had a chance to start up the car. Everything seemed fine.

This weekend will be the big test as I'm going to Pocono on Friday for a DE with the Metro NY Region.

rbertels
87 Coupe
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 04-16-2002, 09:39 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,059
Posted By rbertels
I Just wanted to post a quick update on my...

I Just wanted to post a quick update on my replacement of the DME relay and the CHT sensor this weekend.

The replacement of the relay takes about 5 minutes. As everyone told me, the real issue...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 04-09-2002, 09:23 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,059
Posted By rbertels
Thanks for your recommendations and for sharing...

Thanks for your recommendations and for sharing your experiences. I have ordered the DME relay and will now add a cylinder head temp. sensor to the order.

I can't wait (?) to try and see what...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 04-08-2002, 09:45 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,059
Posted By rbertels
Carrera - wouldn't start, cutting out

Yesterday at 5:30 in the morning on my way to an Auto X, my car wouldn't start the first 3 or 4 times I tried. The battery was strong and cranked the engine without hesitation. The car simply...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 04-05-2002, 11:26 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,977
Posted By rbertels
John, I'm sorry to see that you sold your...

John,

I'm sorry to see that you sold your 88. The first Tobay event was good and the second is this Sunday. The first event was made a little easier by the fact that you're no longer there and...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 04-04-2002, 10:30 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,977
Posted By rbertels
I recently installed 4 point harnesses in my 87...

I recently installed 4 point harnesses in my 87 Coupe. I installed a B-K harness truss so that the shoulder belts could be attached to it. I didn't want to install a harness bar and then attach the...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 04-03-2002, 02:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 994
Posted By rbertels
About 2 years ago I got out to Pocono for a DE...

About 2 years ago I got out to Pocono for a DE and found out that my voltage regulator was intermiittently overcharging. This was to the point that my battery was hot to the touch. Fortunately it...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 03-19-2002, 08:05 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,511
Posted By rbertels
Kevin Thanks for the details on the starter...

Kevin

Thanks for the details on the starter ring issue. Since I have one of the early 87's, I will eventually have more than one update to do - the starter ring gear and the clutch shaft...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 03-19-2002, 05:30 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,511
Posted By rbertels
My starter grinds with the same frequency as...

My starter grinds with the same frequency as yours, except this Sunday on one of my start attempts, it grinded three consecutive times. This was the first time this ever happened. I had been...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 03-18-2002, 06:28 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,511
Posted By rbertels
I'm aware of the clutch update, but I haven't had...

I'm aware of the clutch update, but I haven't had it done yet. I have a low mileage 87 Coupe that hasn't shown any signs of clutch problems. I know that the update will have to be done when it...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 02-13-2002, 10:49 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,560
Posted By rbertels
The recent Speed Channel schedule is...

The recent Speed Channel schedule is unfortunately turning into what some of us feared.

Monday night - Nascar Preview
Tuesday night - Nascar Preview

When I checked the schedule for Wednesday...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 10-30-2001, 12:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 631
Posted By rbertels
Post Same thing happened to me. I found out the...

Same thing happened to me. I found out the overcharging was intermittent. I replaced the voltage regulator (using the tech article available from our host) and the problem was solved.

rbertels...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 10-18-2001, 01:40 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,961
Posted By rbertels
Post A good source for financing is JJ Best & Co. ...

A good source for financing is JJ Best & Co. They advertise in Hemmings Motor News.
Two years ago I financed my 87 Coupe with them for 10.5%.

They specialize in collectibles and exotics.
...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 10-05-2001, 10:51 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,415
Posted By rbertels
Post Check out Care Care Specialties. They advertised...

Check out Care Care Specialties. They advertised in Pano and Excellence. They sell most everything and have tips on what products they like and articles on "how to" for various jobs.
...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 09-24-2001, 10:21 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 658
Posted By rbertels
Post Two years ago I financed an 87 Coupe through JJ...

Two years ago I financed an 87 Coupe through JJ Best & Co., which I found through Hemmings. They specialize in old cars.

I was able to get a secured 7 year loan for 90% of the selling price of...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 09-17-2001, 02:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 927
Posted By rbertels
Post I also have an 87 (Coupe) with 15 inch wheels. A...

I also have an 87 (Coupe) with 15 inch wheels. A few months ago I went with 205/55 and 225/50 as suggested.

There are plenty of choices. I went with Yokohama A032R's because the car isn't a...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 06-22-2001, 01:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 646
Posted By rbertels
Post I got my portable tank at Sears, but you could...

I got my portable tank at Sears, but you could probably find one at any decent auto parts store.

Russell B.
87 Coupe
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 06-21-2001, 01:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 736
Posted By rbertels
Post You might want to check out Rennwerke in...

You might want to check out Rennwerke in Elmsford, NY, just over the Tappan Zee Bridge. I've used him a couple of times and found him to be honest. He is an independent Porsche only mechanic. ...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 06-03-2001, 05:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 587
Posted By rbertels
Post I wouldn't miss it.

I wouldn't miss it.
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