I recently had to replace the coolant tank on my 1999 996 C2 because of a crack in the tank housing. I notice that purchase the coolant from the dealer is quite expensive. If there something i can get from local Pet boys..etc. or similar to the one from maufacture.

I also notice that there are green and Orange color, but not sure which one is for Porsche. Any recommendation of name brand I should get. Can someone help me.

 

You can use the PEAK Lifetime coolant 50/50 mix. http://www.peakantifreeze.com/peak_g...time_5050.html

 

Hi 1999Porsche911,

Does it matter if the coolant color is green or Orange? Someone told me green color is not the right one for porsche 996. Just want to know whats the different.

 

No, the Peak is compatable with all cooolants.

 

I am pretty sure you can use PEAK...but they sure try to SCARE you to use the factory oem PURPLE coolant.

I had my expansion tank done and woohoo...it was pricey alright...maybe I should if just used PEAK...like above.

 

I use the OEM stuff, even though I am sure it's a rip off. These cars are so finicky there may be a hidden additive.

 

Guys, thanks for the info regarding the coolant. Today just bad luck, my wife went out to lunch with her co-workers. When they head back to the office and have her car parked. She can't lock the door, start the ignition, the whole thing just dead. I end up called AAA to toll the car to the dealer.
They now need to find out if its the battery or the alternator or ...etc.
The service manager said to replace a new battery will cost $350 including labor. Damn thats a lot.

Can I use after market battery from AutoZone like this one ? Does it have to be from porsche.
http://www.autozone.com/selectedZip,.../selectZip.htm

 

Use the coolant from Audi. The coolant is manufactured to nearly the same spec as Porsche, but is more cost effective. if it matters...its blue...

 

You can use the international series from Die Hard (1/3 of the cost)...Replaced it 2 years ago and haven't had a problem...

 

there is also a cheap one from costco that will work. try this http://mike.focke.googlepages.com/batteries. it is for boxsters but the batteries should be the same and should fit 996's as well. someone please speak up if i am incorrect.