Can you explain to me if there is a different method of gaining the lowering of the vehicle other than adding the model in detail... I'm lost... Photos if you have them would be even more helpful but your call.....

-Eli

 

Guy's, I just returned from the Porsche dealership to pick up my car from service. I had a long conversation with the service manager about lowered Cayennes, Lowering Modules, Ugly Switches, Factory Air Hoses and many things have been uncovered. READ CAREFULLY, and BEWARE!

He stated ALL ELECTRONIC devices which alter or deviate factory suspension settings or values WILL VOID your warranty! They have had multiple technical service bulletins released regarding wired modules which have failed or been used improperly causing related uncovered damage. He showed me examples of bent/torn airbags($2688) Bent Lower control arms and 3 Links($1508) Blown inner CVs in the rear($614) Blown outer CVs which cannot be replaced without purchase of the entire shaft ($1120) all prices were for parts only per axle not including labor.

I shared the various mods available for lowering and he shared more critical information-DO NOT DRIVE WITH YOUR AIR HOSE PLUGGED-this will also void your warranty due to the fact that it creates an "OPEN" air passage within the suspension/compressor system allowing moisture and pressure to escape and enter the system (Air/Comp $816.00). His response was it's really ugly when that air hose explodes in the cabin when you unload and then fully compress the suspension.

So where does this leave the solo-mod?

So get this...he knew all about the solo-mod from Porsche Tech! Since the solo-mod doesn't modify electronic settings/values, does not physically touch the compressor, or create an open air source it's the only warranty friendly lowering device.

Somebody paid Porsche a lot of money to consult on this mod. I'm am biased since I did pay $599, but I am very happy with the ride, the look, my/passengers safety and my factory warranty. Looking at the downsides of the other mods and the cost associated makes the solo-mod worth every penny!

My 2 cents.

 

the only one thing i hate the solo that is i CANT use SPORT MODE.

 

So in short, you're telling us that Porsche will honor it's warranty if the solo-mod is installed? http://www.solo-technologies.com/

-Eli

 

nothing in detail as I am not trying to kill someones business. I just thought the item would be more technologically advanced than an on/off valve switch. Check under your seat for a brown wire connector.

 

in fact, you cant say the solo can be installed... and never happened.
the solo "installed" under the passage seat, just like you put a cap on the coco cola bottle.
and then you turn on/off

 

That's a crap statement to say Porsche is okay with it and it is warranty friendly. Riding on a lowered suspension at loading level is terms to not honor the warranty for the suspension. You are operating the car outside of factory specs and function and you know it.

You were the first to say that you had the mod and then a few posts down you said you had a friend who has an 08 Cayenne and he lowers his into sport mode first and then turn on the Solo-Mod. So which is it? Do you have it or not? You don't have a sport button on your Turbo-S?

Funny how the owner of the company also has a Cayenne Turbo S but didn't know what year his was when I spoke to him. He said 07 Turbo S and that he took it to the track a few times, etc. I had to correct him. He didn't inspire confidence in me to get the module. He talked like it was electronic instead of mechanical which i am okay with. BUT be honest on how you represent the module. It is not electrical at all - it is purely a mechanical valve mechanism created to simulate the insertion of the air hose and then turned off -it just retracts the stem away from the valve. Open and close circuit per se.

I am not trying to kill anyone's business but if you sold over 300 of these modules you would think you would have some pictures of it posted and be more honest in its representation. At least with the Lowering Links he showed pictures and never claimed that it was as good as stock. NO IT IS NOT! I can ride with the car on the loaded level anytime I want with warnings and no sport and it does not ride as good as STOCK!

If this doesn't operate in sport mode then SOLO has falsely advertised this product as well. You said the warning for the air compressor would come on, not that it would also disable the sports mode of the car.

I have done this a long time ago but the sports mode and warning lights drove me nuts so i got the links instead because I didn't think paying $2500 for something to lower my car an inch or two was worth it.

 

Does yours not function in the same way? Why would you mention your friends module and not your own?

 

How is this any different than the solo-mod? Isn't it still activating the the same mechanism, just with a cap on it vs. a few ft. of hose?

 

NOT TRUE!
it never happened, even you engage sport first.
if you or your friend can do that, please show that im wrong!!!!

 

Yes. It won't kill the warranty.

And yes some people are having issues with the sport-tuning mode (granted it does not give you any additional HP). Seems like some 08s are able to use S-T mode and some are not? Anyone know anything about changes mid-year to PASM for 08?

Porsche diagnostic tools see and log everything we do, including speed, time/day stamps for errors or system changes(brown wire), cheap is good although it may come at higher price later. I paid over 100K for a SUV that I love dearly, the solo-mod is cheap in comparison to the negative possibilities of a DIY mod.

Nothing is foolproof to a talented fool.

 

How is the partnership with the Solo-Mod working out?

Daz - what a crock about warranty. Since it registers a warning with the module installed it will record as well. Explain that to me.

 

1. Not gonna go there with you Alpine...

2. My buddy has an 08 GTS not me.
His works fine, can't/won't speak for anyone else.

3. I do have a CTTS and there is not a S-T mode, hence no issues!

4. Re: warranty...words directly from Porsche Dealer.

5. I didn't see anything anywhere which stated it would work in S-T mode,
as the owner told me personally they developed and tested before S-T mode was even an option and they are researching a fix this week. They (solo) have been upfront, honest, and have provided me good service. I did'nt start this thread so ALEX911, BILL3571, any comments?

I'm done.

 

No need to go there with me DAZ. I asked you about the Sport Mode to make a point. It was not tested with any newer Cayennes with the Sport Mode button not the Sport suspension setting. Completely different. No where on the site does it reference any errors that CANNOT BE AVOIDED. Mispresentation of a product is not a way to start off. It does not list what years as well. I am looking out for people as well as myself.

The owner claims to have an 06 Turbo S with the module - fine but since the lack of a Sport Mode ECU button it should have been tested or stated that it will not let you engage the SPORT MODE ECU button when at loading level or when a Chassis fault warning comes on on update models. False marketing or lack of testing?

 

good news: I just spoke to the owner and he says they have a fix for the problem, and he is standing behind his product with a refund if the problem is not rectified....
lets keep our fingers crossed.