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I assume that the ECU adjusts the amount of steering servo assist relative to vehicle and/or engine speed? Does it just increase the weight of...
The steering feel on my 550 is better than on the Vette C6 (never owned one, but driven a few), but it is more numb than on my former 2002 996 C2...
Thanks, Brian! What's your recommendation for the 550? Factory-Fill Ultra Helix (and I guess Quaker State Q-HP is similar/same)? Do you think...
This is the Mobil 1 oil I am talking about (sold at M-B dealers in the USA) and Mobil clearly states here that it is not API rated:...
Thanks, Terry!
I have the workshop manual for my 98 550 Maranello which gives the torque spec on the wheel nuts for Magnesium wheels. I understand these wheels...
I didn't know it was a law. I thought it was just a change to the API spec. There are many oils that do not conform to the API spec (Principly...
Thanks, Terry! I have followed the grumblings about Mobil 1 on several Porsche sites (longtime Porsche driver). I know the additive package was...
Terry - I had not heard that. The dealer recently filled my 550 with Mobil 1 5W-40 (ESP Formula M for Mercedes-Benz). Do you think the Q-HP is...
I've heard that it should be checked right after shutting down while warm. Will one receive an accurate reading if done with the motor running?...
How much effort is it to do minor maintenance on this car (oil, gearbox oil changes, brake and clutch bleeds, plugs, ignition, etc.)? Is there...
Nick - The 997GT3 comes with active suspension, so driving it on the street is no longer raw and unforgiving. I also think it's a much more...