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Kermit's got an RMS Leak: Time for an experiment so we're trying an experiment!
We knew it was likely coming and so now Kermit has a rear main seal leak too (still on the original seal). We've never looked at this as being a major issue (just an annoyance) and for 997GT3 guys it's always been a great opportunity to install the GT3RS light weight flywheel kit. Almost a positive thing if you will. I know some of us have talked and laughed together and almost hoped for an RMS leak in order to get one installed under warranty:p But for those of us with an RS with the light weight flywheel already in there what's a guy to do?
With a bit of precise machine work we were able to eke out another 3.2 pounds off of RS flywheel. http://videos.g33kd.net/modded_964_f...l/P1050635.jpg http://videos.g33kd.net/modded_964_f...l/P1050634.jpg We're trying this out as an experiment for now. Suffice it to say that the 964LWF has been used for years and years in cars with up to 800plus HP and 993,964 guys have been doing the same thing for years so we're giving it a try too. I'll let you know my thoughts on whether or not it's even worth it but 3.2 off of an 11.5 pound flywheel in theory should make it rev even quicker. We'll also be installing the 996GT3 seal in there too hopefully avoid any more leaks. Either that or the block is getting a set of Huggies. http://videos.g33kd.net/modded_964_f...l/P1050632.jpg Hopefully in this case our glass is half full as opposed to half empty! |
time for lwfw... no wait it's an RS. lol. best of luck man. hope you find the cure. out of curiousity, did you just recently had an oil change?
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dyno that puppy with the ligher LWFW :)
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Nice and clean mod,please keep us informed how this works.
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What's the difference in the 996 GT3 seal that will stop the leak?
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Hope it works so we can sell a couple :D
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Amazing after the 996 varient GT3 rms, now the 997 ? I had mine done twice with 9/2007 being the last time and it was supposedly the new one from a different vendor. It still will weep a few drops after I park it. Best of luck solving the leak on a permanent basis Sharkster.
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Originally Posted by sharkster
(Post 2048491)
We knew it was likely coming and so now Kermit has a rear main seal leak too (still on the original seal). We've never looked at this as being a major issue (just an annoyance) and for 997GT3 guys it's always been a great opportunity to install the GT3RS light weight flywheel kit. Almost a positive thing if you will. I know some of us have talked and laughed together and almost hoped for an RMS leak in order to get one installed under warranty:p But for those of us with an RS with the light weight flywheel already in there what's a guy to do?
With a bit of precise machine work we were able to eke out another 3.2 pounds off of RS flywheel. http://videos.g33kd.net/modded_964_f...l/P1050635.jpg http://videos.g33kd.net/modded_964_f...l/P1050634.jpg We're trying this out as an experiment for now. Suffice it to say that the 964LWF has been used for years and years in cars with up to 800plus HP and 993,964 guys have been doing the same thing for years so we're giving it a try too. I'll let you know my thoughts on whether or not it's even worth it but 3.2 off of an 11.5 pound flywheel in theory should make it rev even quicker. We'll also be installing the 996GT3 seal in there too hopefully avoid any more leaks. Either that or the block is getting a set of Huggies. http://videos.g33kd.net/modded_964_f...l/P1050632.jpg Hopefully in this case our glass is half full as opposed to half empty! |
Originally Posted by snowboarder54
(Post 2050118)
Hmm?:confused: A LLWF and a 3.9.:D I think you better sign me up Sharky.
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Originally Posted by rockitman
(Post 2049884)
Amazing after the 996 varient GT3 rms, now the 997 ? I had mine done twice with 9/2007 being the last time and it was supposedly the new one from a different vendor. It still will weep a few drops after I park it. Best of luck solving the leak on a permanent basis Sharkster.
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Originally Posted by speedoflight
(Post 2048622)
time for lwfw... no wait it's an RS. lol. best of luck man. hope you find the cure. out of curiousity, did you just recently had an oil change?
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Originally Posted by sharkster
(Post 2050263)
Hehe exactly. Snowboarder54 figured it out. From now on RS' will get the L_LWF:cool: Oil was changed last time about 2.5K miles ago I think.
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Originally Posted by sharkster
(Post 2050120)
Keep racking up those miles and we will:D I like it... for marketing purposes we'll call this the Light Light Weight Flywheel. Sorta like the old Late Late Night Show:D
A four puck disc:confused::confused:? You got a pix of that? This is getting interesting. |
Originally Posted by snowboarder54
(Post 2050988)
I'm working on the miles, just logged another 700+ yesterday and today.:D I even had a nice drive up the old 66 to Tyler Creek road this afternoon, one of my favorites!;) I will be driving back to Ca. Tuesday so I may have to get a new set of tires before the 29th at this rate!!:D
A four puck disc:confused::confused:? You got a pix of that? This is getting interesting. Don't make me bring the "replacement": https://www.6speedonline.com/forums/...-pdk-997s.html |
Originally Posted by sharkster
(Post 2051200)
I'll bet you are! How are them tires:)? Make sure there's some meat on them for the 29th:D
Don't make me bring the "replacement": https://www.6speedonline.com/forums/...-pdk-997s.html |
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