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I just did the replacement on my 2000 S. It failed on I95 in Florida at about 85 mph. So had insurance tow it to my local mechanic (Porsche specialist) and he diagnosed it, then wanted almost $1400. So had it towed to the Air Force base I work at and used the auto hobby shop (a DIY garage with lifts and all tools you will ever need).
Did the work for less than $700 including towing, lift rental, initial mechanic diagnosis, and parts.
However, I'd like to say a HUGE THANK YOU to all of you in this forum for the help and advice you've posted over the years. I used the advice you provide to make all of the right choices. Like using the 90 degree knuckle for the ratchet, that was immensely helpful.
Also, a quick info on parts. I used the Petosin (spelling??) as it was recommended by my mechanic. The big caveat is to make sure you flush the system completely with distilled water. I used about 5 gallons of the distilled water to flush, then just over 4 when I filled at completion.
Again, this was immensely helpful when I attacked the water pump, thermostat and new belt.
Cheers!
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