Does anyone recommend drain plugs w/ magnetized tips?

 

I would stick with the stock engine drain bolts, you only need to change the gaskets between changes unless you strip the bolt itself. I have done 2 oil changes on my TT now and its a breeze (I pass on draining the turbos). Go to Renntech.org for the specifics (may have to donate a small fee to access the files). Its well worth it, Loren is the moderator over there and the website specifically deals with the procedures that help "do it yourself" type folks maintain or fix their cars. Projects are classified as: easy, some experience required, moderate experience required, or professional qualified mechanics only. Follow procedures carefully and most of all use common sense. The only other product that uses magnets that I am aware of is sold through Griotsgarage and it wraps around the cars oil filter. I really don't think its worth the cost or if it works at all (there is very little room around the oil filter on our TT's to attach this anyway? Hope this helps.

 

I know draining the turbos is skipped by most DIY'ers, but I can't seem to find the turbo drain bolts to see if it's worth it. Any help locating would be appreciated.

Jim

 

Grad, thx. I think I'll pass on draining the turbos, too. I was just looking the Griot's filter magnet. I don't think it would work on a TT, but I could be wrong.

 

Thats good because Griots product requires that you completely wrap a magnitized aperatus around the oil filter and unfortunately (its located right on top of the engine) there is very little room around it so it would not be usable. I think its a bit pricey and in theory a good idea but not something we should consider. Caltech I am running out the door to work but just google renntech.org and everything you need should be there. Loren is the moderator, good luck its extremely easy to do. One thing will make life much easier for us DYI'ers. Measure the oil you remove from your car and only replace that amount before testing the level (I use empty gallon plastic milk jugs. 1 = 4 quarts). DO NOT OVERFILL!! Better a little shy than too much (I keep my TT at 3/4 level and add 1 qt when it hits the 1/2 mark). This advice comes directly from my Porsche mechanic. I say this because different situations can vary the amount that comes out of the car + its so easy to do and it makes transporting the oil afterwards a breeze. Good luck.

 

Maybe This product might work well , I have it on a few other auto's

Quickoildrainvalve.com

Fumotousa.com

Iam sure the tread size on the Res tank ?

You can get it with or without nipple for hose attachment...

 

i could post up alldata's service instructions for a 996tt, if wanted

 

That would be great, if you would be so kind.

 

Here's the link at Renntech. It's for a 996TT which may work for the 997TT. Good luck and happy knuckle busting.

TXGold

http://www.renntech.org/forums/index...DIY+Oil+Change

 

Did the 1K mi. oil change last saturday in between grandeur photos.

Start to finish in under an hour.

 

How did the oil look? Dark Goldish?

Looking to change it on mine too...Have around 1800 miles

 

The oil was dark goldish, and seemed to be in good shape from a lubrication standpoint.

One note of caution -- the oil from the oil tank comes out very quickly. Have a wide/deep catch basin for it. I also changed the oil with the car warm, but not hot, which made it much easier and safer.

Jim

2008 997TT
Guards Red

 

bump. An olde but goody