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[blue62]

Originally Posted by LoneWolfGal

Continuing to research the matter, I realized it would be a good idea to eliminate the comparatively inexpensive stuff -- hoses, purge valves, etc. -- before I replace the cannister, because a new cannister will set me back $382.50 for a genuine Porsche unit or $329.90 for a knockoff. I'm not used to Porsche's stratospheric prices yet.

If it is a cannister issue (cracked) sometimes they can be repaired.
Keep us posted always like to know outcomes.

[LoneWolfGal]

Originally Posted by blue62

If it is a cannister issue (cracked) sometimes they can be repaired.
Keep us posted always like to know outcomes.

Thanks. I also noticed pre-owned (i.e., used) cannisters are available on eBay for well under $100, supposedly working units. Would you steer clear or give one a shot?

[blue62]

Originally Posted by LoneWolfGal

Thanks. I also noticed pre-owned (i.e., used) cannisters are available on eBay for well under $100, supposedly working units. Would you steer clear or give one a shot?

If you could get conformation that they hold a vacuum it is worth a shot.
Say they are $50.00 $75.00 apiece... that's 4-6 for the price of one new one.
Next thing to consider is how much work is involved in changing a cannister out???
So if they are reasonably priced and changing one out is like an hour or so ya I would go for it.

[LoneWolfGal]

Originally Posted by blue62

If you could get conformation that they hold a vacuum it is worth a shot.
Say they are $50.00 $75.00 apiece... that's 4-6 for the price of one new one.
Next thing to consider is how much work is involved in changing a cannister out???
So if they are reasonably priced and changing one out is like an hour or so ya I would go for it.

I like the way you think, blue62. I'll probably try to eliminate other possible causes first. Anything to postpone wrestling that wheel well liner out.

[Luckyman01]

I think anyone who changes a water pump will have zero issues with a
this job.

Pick up some new fasteners as it is like one or two will fail in the removal process.

David

[LoneWolfGal]

Originally Posted by Luckyman01

Pick up some new fasteners as it is like one or two will fail in the removal process.

That's a darn good idea. Thanks, David.