Hello guys and gals,

Just grabbed a used 05 S for wifey. So far we've been impressed. First Porsche owned.

Car has Air suspension & Navi package. I'm still learning more about the car.

Anyhow, being a car guy, I'd like to make sure I'd get the first few essential things before going crazy with it.

Here's what I think so far, please advise/suggest:

1. All Weather Matt - Just ordered the 3D MAXpider. Hopefully it's good
2. Durametric - Been searching and I hear people keeps recommending it. So might get the enthusiast version from their onlinestore?
3. Coolant Upgade Kit - Gotta check if the car has it replaced (doubt it). So I guess that's next. Where can I get a kit for a good deal?
4. Double Din Kit - Well, I'm overwhelmed by the OEM Navi & gazillion buttons. Map is outdated, no BT, No USB/iPhone Connection, so I figure it's best to upgrade to the Double Din & Aftermarket Headunit for the convenience. What do you think?
5. Tint = Summer so trying to beat the heat.
6. ...
7. ...


Thanks,
Kev

 

Depending on mileage, I would recommend the Cardan Shaft Bearing Support high on the list. The bearing support is a known failure point, and usually fails at ~75k miles or so. If the rubber in the support fails, the bearing will soon follow & you will start getting some clunking noises below your center console, followed by drivability issues. This is an issue on all Cayennes of all years.

 

Thanks Brian, Mine is still below 50K, but due to the year, I think it's safe if I go ahead and look into replacing that as well.

Thanks you for the input

 

Not a problem, Nice find by the way having such low mileage. I had an 05 CS as well before the 2 I currently have now. Put 155k on that one & didn't have an issue other that coolant pipes & the Cardan Shaft Bearing support. I have added this part 3 times now.
This is the part I used & it works very well.

http://www.vertexauto.com/ShowItem/2...t%20Mount.aspx

 

Awesome Brian,

Dang nab it, a CEL just came on this morning. Going to have to pull the code later this evening. Crossing fingers that it's something simple.

 

Hello guys, been a min.

You guys nailed it. just ordered the EPS Drive Shaft Bearing Support kit

 

On the tint side, if you are going to get it, go with the best - Spectra PhotoSync: